The Word Alive - "The Only Rule Is That There Are No Rules" Music Video

The official music video for The Word Alive's song, "The Only Rule Is That There Are No Rules", from their debut EP, 'Empire'.
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Video directed by Jerry Clubb.
LYRICS:
So you think you're safe now, well think again.
I'm not holding back now so let the games begin.
My bones are breaking from the weight of the world on my shoulders.
I heard all of them say "you've sold your soul"
Now all that's left is the pain.
You've destroyed us all.
You've destroyed everything I know, but I've lived through it.
All the shame, all the pain that you have caused...
My heart can't beat (my heart can't beat).
All the fights, all the lies you put me through....
It's your disease.
Go ahead, blame everything on the ones who forgive.
Blame everything on the ones who forgive.
All the shame, all the pain that you have caused....
My heart can't beat (my heart can't beat).
All the fights, all the lies you put me through...
It's your disease.
You take. You take. And you...
You take. You take.
You take the life out of me.
(I'm done)
I thought that love was bigger than you hate.
I thought that love could change your heart, but I was wrong.
All the shame, all the pain that you have caused...
My heart can't beat (I've let go).
All the fights, all the lies you put me through....
It's your disease. (I was wrong)
All the shame, all the pain that you have caused....
My heart can't beat (I've let go).
All the fights, all the lies you put me through...
It's your disease.
I'm done with this!

[@jackieeethepwner]

This song/ EP is the definition of good metalcore. Sad this era is over :(

[@estebanfm92]

I feel the same It's kinda sad, TWA used to be my favorite band.

+Jason Fontaine Definition of good metalcore = As I Lay Dying.

[@rickysilverman5967]

I was there at the glasshouse when they filmed this and man they just aren't the same :( such a good memory too lol

[@estebanfm92]

Ricky Silverman That's really sick you were there!

[@rickysilverman5967]

Good times man, the line up was stellar!

[@OmgMetalFtw]

0:22 I WANT SOME PANCAKES ME TOO !!

[@TidesAndTidalWaves]

This album is a legend, never did the word alive ever sound this good again. Not hating lmfao still listening. Just... this... is well a masterpiece.

[@flightwheel]

i’m with you

[@DraculaXHunter101]

The era before Luke Holland was on drums, Telle had long ass hair and they had a dude named Dusty on keyboard. Feels weird though. 2012 is what got me into these guys. Shame they'll mostly likely be moving away from this stuff and we might never hear this again. I wish they still played Battle Royale and The Wretched live though. But they've gotten way more popular now and I have to say there doing better then ever.

[@burningskullsrise]

I saw them a few months ago and they played The Wretched and Battle Royale :D

[@burningskullsrise]

But I agree on what you mean, the old TWA was legendary but the new TWA is still fucking awesome and they're still as good live as a few years ago, Telle even did his "backflip" :D

[@DraculaXHunter101]

NoPityForA Coward They seriously played those two songs?!? I'm jealous. I've seen them twice and they have yet to play those songs at where I'm at. But this was during a support show with Killswitch Engage and Warped Tour 2014. Sadly I'm not seeing them with The Devil Wears Prada. Wish I could.

[@WhiteFeathers669]

I'm pretty sure Luke Holland was in TWA when Craig Mabbitt was in it and they still Have Dusty lol he has always been in TWA

[@DraculaXHunter101]

Alex Hively Luke joined in 2012 after Life Cycles are released. Something like that.

[@TroyDawdy]

1:59 He did a handstand on his keyboard o--O

[@MrDorianSims]

Missing this concert energy so much

[@Run1NGunFr34K]

Zachs scream is freaking effortless and amazing!!! Love this band

[@maskebab25]

Zack should be the bassist or rhythm guitar because Zack often screams without doing clean vocals, and I think Zack Hansen is the most annoying lead guitarist.

[@dinkfu01]

I still come back to hear this version just for Zach’s scream. So fucking powerful. Miss this TWA :/

[@harisaffandy7822]

KZbin bring back memories again. The good old time :')

[@natethestrangest6592]

Having been a fan of theirs for the past 11 years, seeing them grow has been absolutely amazing, and knowing that their early stuff still holds up this fucking well is just a delicious cherry on top.

[@dustinbaxter4521]

Yes it does I was jamming it today

[@andresfrias4746]

2:01 Iconic

[@plotskosisii312]

Love this lineup with dusty on the keyboard

[@ErikJason_]

This is the beginning with Telle after Craig Mabbit left, awesome 👍

[@t.m.sisters1921]

He didn't leave the band asshole he got kicked out he said it his self douche

[@BluBangsxoxo]

what the hell. that was mind blowing. i am STILL amazed at the keyboardist

[@djcj]

wow first time i've heard something innovative and original come from this scene in years...

[@nestorluvsher]

Probably one of the best times for this genre in my opinion

[@Forfeiture09]

i cant tell whether this is live or not, i f*cking love this band.

[@Majora904]

the crabbing is strong in this video

[@TheLimitOfHumanPain]

He just did a hand stand off a keyboard..... Holy shit this is the best band ever.

[@blessthephil]

the best line up they had (although I am more a fan of this band with craig - demos were incredible) including nick, dusty, tony a.

[@kriskenard]

Milligram Smile, where did you find the jonny craig demos?

[@blessthephil]

Kris Owens i meant craig mabbitt not jonny craig. craig formed twa

[@kriskenard]

Milligram Smile, you're right, i completely forgot. i never thought our scene would see a day when TWA was bigger/more relevant than ETF

[@iixpsyc02]

If you band has a guy that can do a handstand on the keyboard and a backfliping vocalist, you know you kick ass.

[@trismayer]

they were more fun back then

[@tbonegames8631]

Keyboardist does a handstand on his keyboard, mind=blown.

[@theody8977]

This is gold!

[@endlessdigital]

I love bands that have the talent of synchronised headbangs.

[@chrissebastian3]

thumbs up for the ABR shirt;]

[@buffalobisons182]

first video i ever saw of the word alive, loved them since that moment 2 years ago.

[@Darac155]

This video need's more views! Lets spread it! :D

[@moka10]

just saw them tonight...the keyboard player is fun to watch.. he hops around more than he plays

[@wilsonator8217]

Poor guys, the crowd is dead...

[@ImangoJango]

THEY GIVE SO MUCH ENERGY AND THE CROWD JUST STANDS THERE.

[@SuperFluffyface]

of all the scremo bands these are one of the few that have real talent

[@mebemichelleyy]

........ I am so glad i found this band.

[@ShelbyRAAA]

1:41 2021 and my heart remembers this song

[@ashleyjadealford]

Everything about this is perfect.

[@csrocks3]

the scream at 1:42 is sooooooo luscious.

[@sweetestDUMPLING]

THIS IS THE BEST SONG EVER!

[@Kaelllllyn]

their playing at warped tour! the only band worth watching. this years lineup blowed

[@ShiPshapeD00d]

Saw them last sunday in Birmingham and met their blonde guitarist. He actually wasnt a douche. I was pleased :)

[@xXKillEmAll94Xx]

Keyboardists have the best stage presence, hands down!

[@CkAllDay777]

Seeing these dudes TONIGHT!

[@JayLimos]

Telle's screams are EPIC!!!

[@32Orion]

this is the first time i listen to this band and there AWSOME!!

[@tie233]

saw these guys last night a myrtle beach im an instant fan!!!

[@rthorner1]

35 People's bones broke from the intensity of this song.

[@acidflip1]

going to go see them live tonight... cant wait

[@MetalAddict345]

My bro went to one of their concerts and apparently they're like one of the best bands live... I WANNA SEE THEM!!!

[@TheChesteen2]

Im looking forward to seeing them live in 2 weeks

[@kingofsheeba]

Christ, They Have Amazing Stage Presence.

[@SmackTheLights]

i was trying to find another video and had, "the word..." typed into search and all the word alive popped up. couldnt be happier i clicked it!

[@CkAllDay777]

Seeing these dude TONIGHT!

[@StillflyxGeorge]

the word alive is from my hometown phoenix az

[@benoitdrummer]

Dude on the keyboard just made my day xD first video i've ever seen these guys... im sorry i never found them sooner!

[@drummerthekid12]

the keyboardist at 2:00 wins the biggest BAMF award

[@sxcch4nt]

awesum how they all hedbang together! awesum music !!

[@TheAtomSmasher88]

Stage presence of the century. Bravo.

[@ToasterRehab]

i love explorers. it's good to see someone else with one

[@Tallon102]

This song is still a banger

[@SoxBRoy1]

When i get back I better have 50 thumbs up and have 5 comments saying that these guys are gods ; )

[@chrisherrera95]

They totally deserve a better crowd.

[@keegnasty]

my friends and i almost walked out on watching at warped this year when this little nothing band came on.....then they let it fucking drop so hard, i wanted to cry. they are supremely badass.

[@MontyAlcott]

saw them last night, it was fresh

[@LseriesGodsMotor]

Breakdowns are sick! vocals are sick! what more could you want?

[@metaldrummer9000]

my friend just told me about this band and i like them

[@HObo478]

I love how the studio version is played over the live clip.

[@Chizzluvskeleton]

[@doneone1817]

this is the first song i've ever heard from this band, and in an instant i love them

[@skateit63]

ive seen these guys twice there hella good

[@TheAccountt]

lmao they look hilarious jumping up and down all at the same time

[@calivibes215]

not to mention their stage presence which is amazing seeing them on saturday so stoked :)

[@Valentin119]

Why is it ALWAYS the keyboardist in the metal bands that are more energetic than the others?! XD The dude almost FLIPPED using the keyboard stand!

[@CBHPwnz]

2:00 OMGGGG KEYBOARD HANDSTAND

[@wideglide0221960]

i saw them live in georgia, and it was crazy! they kicked some douchebag out, and then gave what seemed like an extremely heartfelt performance. mad respect for all these guys, and their love for the music.

[@JuanValdezJCV93]

they're so sick live.

[@chrisherrera95]

Wish they would still play this on their set..... /:

[@XxIS33StarsXx420]

This bands amazing. one of the best breakdown bands ever. their even better live.

[@WhoWithAGuitar]

what the keyboard player does at 2:00 is amazing xD

[@nomorecakes]

the guitarist with the ABR shirt gave me his shirt at warp tour it was awesome

[@TidesAndTidalWaves]

Watching this I am amazed, our music has survived so long. Like been in this game since 2000 and look where we are. There three main music genres now, pop, rap, and metal. Salute

[@TheRockme16]

amazing! AMAZING! just...amazing

[@austin999mx]

That keyborder sure can rock! haha

[@elgagedeawesome]

cant wait to see these guys wednesday.

[@MyDosenpfand]

einfach der hammer die band !!!

[@candycian]

2:00 Superman keyboard!!!

[@Ru1Roy]

Thumbs just because the guitarrist is using a t-shirt of ABR, the best band ever. Btw this song kick ass too

[@cedezrants]

The keyboardist is so mother fucking amazing live! This entire band is mother fucking amazing!

[@3kgtSL16]

So pumped for seeing these guys live for the first time Feb 8th!...along with other amazing bands including WCAR

[@HideYourScreams]

Dusty is such an awesome guy

[@lostperfection09]

this is new, exciting, and o so original!!1!!

[@TheBandIMade]

i wish i could scream like this guy

[@silenttbobb217]

ive seen them a couple times in concert, they are pretty sick

[@cwidd1929]

No offense, but TWA has never topped this

[@Supermariorocks455]

Holy shit this was one epic performance. Eyegasm, eargasm, how many more gasms are there?

[@TheDevilWearsProduct]

Tony P with a ABR shirt?! HECK YEAAA!!!!!!!!!

[@Run1NGunFr34K]

Zach's epic screams are EPIC!

[@winningtolose]

Crabcore to its full potential awesome song

[@guillermo_pastrana]

long live twa!!

[@zeppodeppo]

so much personality in this....

[@robs5777]

2:00 keyboard handstand :D

[@izabajigga]

SOOOOOO HEAVY

[@JaClOa]

These guys were so good live.