I feel so bad cause I really did not like this band back in the day but I absolutely love spiritbox now. And upon learning that they were originally in this band, I've come back to find I actually do like all these songs. Maybe they were just ahead of their time. definitely ahead of my musical tastes that's for sure lol
I heard about iwrestledabearonce back then. I saw them on alot of bills. But I didn't get into their catalog until I heard about Spiritbox. That's a fact.
I was and otep fan frist though no wonder I love I wrestled a bear once I've been listening to them since 2010 my senior year of high school. Them and suicide silence that's the year I got really into deathcore I was already a metal head and kinda emo typical millennial lol. I was already listening to heavy stuff I just wanted to listen to different bands doing the same shit and different things and then everyone became hip hop heads lol now I listen to everything.
My daughter loved this vid. She's 8. Metal bands that don't take themselves too seriously is a great gateway for kids (and adults) to appreciate metal.
Oh! Thanks! I didn't like it that much since I really can't like female singers screaming (yeah, maybe I'm an asshole), but after your comment I'll definitely save this video to show it to my 3 years old daughter. She already likes Arch Enemy ("the blue hair girl"), Nekrogoblin and Belzebubs. I think she will be a metalhead. I'm incredibly happy hahah ...Her mother likes pop music, so I have to do all the job, haha. Thanks for your tip. I think she will like it!
I think this band is really under rated. they have awesome musical ability, and phrasing that seems pretty original. I'm also glad they keep it real and dont immulate that "anger" and "seriousness" that most metal perpetuates.
This has always been one of my favorite bands and songs..going back to listen to this after hearing some spirit box...man how much she has grown is so amazing her voice is so pure and so controlled
My 3 year old and 5 year old daughters request this video. They can even hum along to it. It's awesome. Aggresive music not trying to be overly dark or serious in the video. I am all in.
My friend showed me this song yesterday to show me that Courtney fits in a lot better in Spiritbox... but he accidentally showed me my new favorite song..
Never heard this band before. But I clicked on it, & my 18 month old just sat and stared at the screen for the full 6 minutes. He loves music, and the video obviously captures his attention lol
Metal is a genre that definitely requires a developed taste. When this first came out, I wasnt ready for stuff like this, I thought it was unlistenable, but as the years have gone by, I find myself needing heavier stuff and, I actually like this song now.
With the answers we can help each other. The ability to find humor despite darkness, the time it takes to heal... a little metal never hurt anyone. We define what we're made of just in time to see others relating and that helps us in return. Thank you and carry on.
I guarantee that if Mike and Courtney stayed in this band it would not have ever been as good as Spiritbox is. While I don't think this is bad really, it isn't that good either. Spiritbox is a lot more serious and more musically focused than this band ever were. This band were a singing ship, and were only taking IWABO fans with them.
1. What. 2. I love it when band members wear other bands' merch. 3. That is the best drummer ever. (4:14) 4. What. 5. I just can't stop at a 4, I just can't.
I remember when this was posted, and I might not listen to it religiously, but it's definitely one of those songs I find myself listening to every year. Definitely one of the most profounding songs that affected my life. I never thought to say thank you in the past, but thank you for this.
that section from 4:35 until the end is just fucking insane - there's something about it that when you blast it loud, just gives me fucking goosebumps every time - when it fades for a second and drops back in - the shift and how well executed it is, the whole thing will never fail to delight me!
Watched Spirtbox live yesterday in Tacoma, WA open for Korn. On the exact day of Korns 30yr anniversary of Korn album from 94. Reminiscing brought me back here.
Emperor Nero wait.... a comedy band?? Isn't this girl realy a screamo singer? The little butt-face-man was scarry, but not like her voice.... oh, i'm so glad it's ain't real...
This is not a channel, it is a sandwich The lyrics aren't that great. I don't know what you mean by "most 'serious' metalcore bands" but this isn't much to fawn over.
This is not a channel, it is a sandwich The lyrics are terrible I agree. But, most metalcore shit bands that try to sound deep talking about their relationship issues make me laugh. I just wish I didn't wait 2 minutes and 24 seconds to hear her say "I felt the ocean breaking over my head. I'm spinning."
This came up on a youtube playlist while my phone was in my pocket and i was doing dishes. My brother thought i was going crazy when i said they were talking about dog turds and tea. All the while i was laughing. And i have now lost count of how many times i've listened to it.
stop fucking hating on courtney. shes incredible! im so glad they found someone like her to replace krysta. shes amazingly talented. she has the same sense of humor (she kills me on instagram sometimes lololol). Krysta is not coming back so stfu/ she has a family and her own little business. shes happy. Courtney is fucking perfect for IWABO. i love her.
Agreed. I dig her vocals and she seems just as quirky as Krysta. It's just gonna take some getting use to.. She has been with them from the start, Fan's aren't going to accept it over-night. I'm glad Krysta's happy and IWABO found a talented vocalist to replace her, but yes... I am a little butt hurt about it. Shocker, that's all.
They make music in general in a humorous, fun way that they enjoy and make profit off it. So in the end they win for not being a serious enough "metal" band. Who cares, yeah it sucks but they have fun doing their shit.
The clean vocals remind me of symphonic metal bands like Sirenia ,Within temptation ,heck even Epica .I do wish her death metal growls were more brutal though there`s definitely room for improvement there .
ok I've talked shit about this band on another vide. Well come to find out my drummer loves this band and suggested this song to me. & I gotta admitt Im impressed. I take back every bad thing I said about this band lool their funny an the singer is good.
+Raven Blaze God damn it.....I just got done talking shit on that comment but see their nothing to take to serious it's all fun with alittle metal.... I will now take down my comment cheers for coming around I hope your band is doing well...
For a moment i thought it was a New singer...When she started screaming\growling, I recognized her xD Anyway, Finaly a band who doesn't give a fuck, Wear onesies and become superheroes and SCREAM! Awesome!
Haematochezia EightySix Hey man, no reason to call him names. Especially when you make a mistake that makes you look unintelligent as well. c: Read up on it a bit, Maximillian. They got a new singer after the last got pregnant.
When people who are like "ahmahgad she ruined dem doe, everything is changed in a bad way blah" You do realise she is JUST a vocalist? There are still 4 other members of the band. Pretty sure its not just a case of "lets do what the singer wants"
![IWRESTLEDABEARONCE - Self-titled [FULL EP]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/jkEFKEGPQZc/mqdefault.jpg)
As a diehard IWABO fan, it’s so nice to see people pass by up to this day and have their eyes opened by this band!
I feel so bad cause I really did not like this band back in the day but I absolutely love spiritbox now. And upon learning that they were originally in this band, I've come back to find I actually do like all these songs. Maybe they were just ahead of their time. definitely ahead of my musical tastes that's for sure lol
I heard about iwrestledabearonce back then. I saw them on alot of bills. But I didn't get into their catalog until I heard about Spiritbox. That's a fact.
Yeah, I mostly listen to French Rap but love this band sooo much they produced so many incredible songs
U wot
I was and otep fan frist though no wonder I love I wrestled a bear once I've been listening to them since 2010 my senior year of high school.
Them and suicide silence that's the year I got really into deathcore I was already a metal head and kinda emo typical millennial lol.
I was already listening to heavy stuff I just wanted to listen to different bands doing the same shit and different things and then everyone became hip hop heads lol now I listen to everything.
My daughter loved this vid. She's 8. Metal bands that don't take themselves too seriously is a great gateway for kids (and adults) to appreciate metal.
Yeeeah i know what im gonna play to my nephew
Oh! Thanks! I didn't like it that much since I really can't like female singers screaming (yeah, maybe I'm an asshole), but after your comment I'll definitely save this video to show it to my 3 years old daughter. She already likes Arch Enemy ("the blue hair girl"), Nekrogoblin and Belzebubs. I think she will be a metalhead. I'm incredibly happy hahah ...Her mother likes pop music, so I have to do all the job, haha.
Thanks for your tip. I think she will like it!
This is not metal
@@panterafanloco1600 Yes. It's metalcore.
Awesome ! I totally agree never thought of it in that way (:
I think this band is really under rated.
they have awesome musical ability, and phrasing that seems pretty original. I'm also glad they keep it real and dont immulate that "anger" and "seriousness" that most metal perpetuates.
They are incredible players. Spend almost a decade in orchestra and I can't even step to their time signature.
Well, you have to be good to get popular. This sounds mediocre and generic.
How is this beautiful fever dream of a song evaded me for 11 years. Thank you for this.
Kidz today just don't understand. When you combine heart, soul, passion, talent, and love you get music like this...ART.
Courtney has always been amazing.
i love early 2000's metalcore and just how absurd the music videos are its absolute gold
hate to bring it to you but that's mid 10s already
Man... Courtney has come such a long way since this era of her music career. She's now one of the best vocalists in the scene 🔥
Agreed. I come back to her time in IWABO just to listen to her old songs as they are really good. Its honestly crazy the vocal range she has.
easily. so glad she's getting the credit she deserves 💖
This has always been one of my favorite bands and songs..going back to listen to this after hearing some spirit box...man how much she has grown is so amazing her voice is so pure and so controlled
You weren’t a scene kid back in the day without a IWABO shirt.
This is the first iwrestledabeadonce song and video I’ve ever seen... sold.
My 3 year old and 5 year old daughters request this video. They can even hum along to it. It's awesome. Aggresive music not trying to be overly dark or serious in the video. I am all in.
My friend showed me this song yesterday to show me that Courtney fits in a lot better in Spiritbox... but he accidentally showed me my new favorite song..
the chorus is so catchy. i love this song so much lol
she’s doing MUCH better now lol
Lmao
I never know that was Courtney lol
I was going to come back and comment the same thing. She’s fits in spirit box but this is by far my favourite songs she’s done.
Courtney became a goddess in Spiritbox now!
She always was a goddess
She’s always been hot
in my opinion she became a goddess in the video "green eyes" this was the best iwabo album in my opinion too. Spiritbox fucking rules!
She best chick screamer I've ever heard
@@bleakflouw930 I love that video and song ! And ya totally
Never heard this band before. But I clicked on it, & my 18 month old just sat and stared at the screen for the full 6 minutes. He loves music, and the video obviously captures his attention lol
F YEAAAAA!! START EM YOUNG GOOD SIR !
No song has ever given me chills 4 different times.
This is one of the most beautiful songs I've heard!! Courtney and the the guys are incredible musicians.
Just found this! I'm so glad I did. Her voice was a pleasant surprise twice.
Metal is a genre that definitely requires a developed taste.
When this first came out, I wasnt ready for stuff like this, I thought it was unlistenable, but as the years have gone by, I find myself needing heavier stuff and, I actually like this song now.
"needing heavier stuff" You consider this heavy?
@@Stinker4583 idk ask your mom
With the answers we can help each other. The ability to find humor despite darkness, the time it takes to heal... a little metal never hurt anyone. We define what we're made of just in time to see others relating and that helps us in return. Thank you and carry on.
This group is so random sometimes I love it
Almost 8 years later and this song is still a banger.
Now its 11 years
Its a shame Courtney wasn't in iwabo for long. She was taking the band to the next level.
IWABO was holding her back.
@@sweiland75 not really
@@matryxer 100% holding back her artistry
@@matryxer yes rlly
I guarantee that if Mike and Courtney stayed in this band it would not have ever been as good as Spiritbox is. While I don't think this is bad really, it isn't that good either. Spiritbox is a lot more serious and more musically focused than this band ever were. This band were a singing ship, and were only taking IWABO fans with them.
Spiritbox is the ultimate musical glow-up.
Agreed, but listening to Courtney's IWABO albums is interesting to hear these proto-Spiritbox albums.
@@brianforrester9587 I just discovered her iwabo stuff and it’s great.
I like this way more than the spirit box stuff. Way more fun.
Not really, Krysta era iwabo was way better,
@@rosegrace5762 at least someone said it. danger in the manger, You know that aint them dogs real voices, tastes like kevin bacon. absolute bangers
1. What.
2. I love it when band members wear other bands' merch.
3. That is the best drummer ever. (4:14)
4. What.
5. I just can't stop at a 4, I just can't.
I love you
Max Kovanen love you too
lmao
This song is so beautiful I had to control myself from shedding a tear.. I mean wow this band never lets down
song is sooo dayum awesome. luv the riffs & her vocal ranges on the track. had it on repeat 4a min & still not old yet
I remember when this was posted, and I might not listen to it religiously, but it's definitely one of those songs I find myself listening to every year. Definitely one of the most profounding songs that affected my life. I never thought to say thank you in the past, but thank you for this.
"Yes Steven, it's quite delicious"
Flying pinkies x2 by Courtney @1:00 to 1:01
Pinkies out
You heard him say that too?
This song and"left behind" by Secrets are my anthems; I'm a medical parent. Thanks for the music you produce. It helps me cope.
Great vid. Great vocals, this lady roars right, sings great. Very talented band, great metal, great band name too. Gonna check out more vids.
check out the band Spiritbox, she sings there now
When a drummer is having that much fun, they are the most dangerous. What a beast.
After 2 mins I forgot I was watching a music video. lol
It's weird how screamed lyrics are totally Impenetrable and then you read them and they are perfectly clear
So ture
+Martin Grimes incomprehensible
+Nick Joy I like Impenetrable better, sounds more metal you know?
i like how when i poop i feel better.
Martin Grimes impenetrable? I think you mean inarticulate. What you said makes no sense.
Speeding right into fuckin 2023 with this blasting at home!
that section from 4:35 until the end is just fucking insane - there's something about it that when you blast it loud, just gives me fucking goosebumps every time - when it fades for a second and drops back in - the shift and how well executed it is, the whole thing will never fail to delight me!
I'm usually not a fan of this kind of metalcore
But these guys are one of my favorite bands, I love their chaotic playing style. It's fucking amazing.
It isn't chaotic. I remember talking to a rythem person and it's retarded hard (15/17th or something like that).
This is such a good song. She is such a good vocalist.
Watched Spirtbox live yesterday in Tacoma, WA open for Korn. On the exact day of Korns 30yr anniversary of Korn album from 94.
Reminiscing brought me back here.
I love the BAND, the SONG, the new SINGER, the COLORS !!!
Am I the only one who loves both the new singer and this song?
You're not alone
not at all i like the new singer and song! new singer isnt as hardcore as Krysta Cameron :( however still good
justin landry no one will be as hard as krystal NO ONE
jackbaradog wait they got a new singer??? I'm new here
radio ron santos yeah the old one was cooler.
Still coming back to this video in 2022.
Almost unreal that this band is now Spiritbox. I cannot stop playing Holy Roller over and over and over again.....
Just Courtney tho
@@Jonathanhorrorz and Mike ?!
@@twinny_mi He wasn’t in it at this time. But technically you’re right as he was a part of it.
Yep listening to this in 2020
Reverse here from riffshop animemetalcore madnes🤗
This is the first singer that had right
@@matthewclark3799 2nd. Check out Spiritbox for her new music.
Here we go! Huges from Brazil
YEP COCK
Love it!
Old or new singer, all their videos and songs are great!
Your pussy music videos suck.
4:14 his neck movement is epic
IWABO guys right now: Hey bro did you notice that our videos have like 100% more views lately? Wonder what the fuck happened
3:48
The guitarist's right suspender comes off, but in the next shot, it's back in place.
Just one of those things. I still love this band.
Josh Rose also 5:19
I saw plot holes and no character development
A comedy band comes up with better lyrics than most 'serious' metalcore bands
This is not a channel, it is a sandwich I just wish more people would realize that they are a comedy band and not serious a solid 90% of the time.
Emperor Nero wait.... a comedy band?? Isn't this girl realy a screamo singer? The little butt-face-man was scarry, but not like her voice.... oh, i'm so glad it's ain't real...
Osher Litochevski
Okay sarcasm detected fully.
This is not a channel, it is a sandwich The lyrics aren't that great. I don't know what you mean by "most 'serious' metalcore bands" but this isn't much to fawn over.
This is not a channel, it is a sandwich The lyrics are terrible I agree. But, most metalcore shit bands that try to sound deep talking about their relationship issues make me laugh. I just wish I didn't wait 2 minutes and 24 seconds to hear her say "I felt the ocean breaking over my head. I'm spinning."
"...heavens to Betsie, that son of a gun..." i nearly lost if there
This came up on a youtube playlist while my phone was in my pocket and i was doing dishes. My brother thought i was going crazy when i said they were talking about dog turds and tea. All the while i was laughing. And i have now lost count of how many times i've listened to it.
i haven't enjoyed a music video so much in a long time.
Crazy to see how far Courtney has come.
What crazy? Thus was better
This song is so badass. This video is so badass! iwrestledabearonce is so badass!!!
Saw spiritbox live at blue ridge rock fest. Awesome show.
0:35 When people try to overclassify subgenres in metal.
Post hardcore neotreble symphonic death scream funk
assfuck metal
Progressive black thrash jazz fusion
Neo-classical battlefunk
EarGasmCore
First time seeing this band and I have to say, it's pretty great
"Mh This Cocoa Caramel, Sea Salt, Dog Turd Herbal Tea" haha
This is still one of my all-time favourite songs and video combo. Thanks for being awesome. 💕🤘🏻✌🏻
always bring a smile for me...these guys slay.
I still remember watching this as a kid thinking this was the coolest shit I ever saw, I still think it's the shit 😂
You ain't wrong, James
I mean this still goes strong brooo!!!!
This is.... AMAZING!
stop fucking hating on courtney. shes incredible! im so glad they found someone like her to replace krysta. shes amazingly talented. she has the same sense of humor (she kills me on instagram sometimes lololol). Krysta is not coming back so stfu/ she has a family and her own little business. shes happy. Courtney is fucking perfect for IWABO. i love her.
i agree completely with everything you just said. Courtney is also really nice met her and had a good chat with her
Agreed. I dig her vocals and she seems just as quirky as Krysta. It's just gonna take some getting use to.. She has been with them from the start, Fan's aren't going to accept it over-night. I'm glad Krysta's happy and IWABO found a talented vocalist to replace her, but yes... I am a little butt hurt about it.
Shocker, that's all.
Courtney's not in the band anymore, so now these comments are outdated lol.
The drummer is like *dramatic smile*- *high hat*- *high hat*- *boom*
The fact that this song still rips despite the ridiculousness of this video is unreal
Yep you caught me listening to this in 2019
You are under arrest for something i forgot can someone remind me
0:33 - "Mmm... this Cocoa-Caramel Sea-Salt Dog-Turd Herbal Tea... definitely hit the spot right now!"
go go powerrangers
Incredible to see what has evolved from this. W-it's gonna go back in time.
Her vocals are so fucking nice
I mean, not scream. Clear vocals. .-.
It sounds like mic cupping on the screams which is a yikes (especially in studio)
Check out Spiritbox, she's there now, especially song Constance. It's magical. She had grown so much.
every time i hear "yes steven" i die x]
Adorei a banda. Essa música é muito boa, lindo vocal
I absolutely love this song and this album!!!
They make music in general in a humorous, fun way that they enjoy and make profit off it. So in the end they win for not being a serious enough "metal" band. Who cares, yeah it sucks but they have fun doing their shit.
Love your pic ;)
Can’t believe they have now broken up. Looks like the bear ripped them apart in one finally wrestle
her voice is great. It was difficult to find a female screamer i liked that can go hard too
You need to listen to Jinjer
Seven spires 😈
Still come back to iwabo because good music and good memories. Hopefully in the near future iwabo comes back 🖤
This is fucking killer!!!!!! I love it. Her vocals are really strong. I feel the vibes from the guitar/drums!!!!!!!!
Ikr
Last singer was better
what happened to her?
She left or I think she change xc
Laffayette Grey
Yeah, this isn't really what I expected from this band at all. Not to say it's crappy, it just feels way too different.
Im really liking Courtney...
The clean vocals remind me of symphonic metal bands like Sirenia ,Within temptation ,heck even Epica .I do wish her death metal growls were more brutal though there`s definitely room for improvement there .
Well, you got what you asked for I think
its crazy how much her vocals have improved since this, i literally forgot she was in the band for this album
Spiritbox prequel? :D
hell yeah \m/
Wouldn't it be cool is Spiritbox made a cover of IWABO?!
Those vocal melodies give me chills :)
Blessed be
2:56
I WAS RAISED IN A STEAK
I still love this video to this day. And god do I love Courtney.
2022 e eu aqui velhos tempos, msc boa demais
Who is here in 2024
See you here in 2025 too hopefully
ok I've talked shit about this band on another vide. Well come to find out my drummer loves this band and suggested this song to me. & I gotta admitt Im impressed. I take back every bad thing I said about this band lool their funny an the singer is good.
+Raven Blaze God damn it.....I just got done talking shit on that comment but see their nothing to take to serious it's all fun with alittle metal.... I will now take down my comment cheers for coming around I hope your band is doing well...
Courtney spilling the tea on herself caught me off guard 🤣 also the breakdown at 4:08 is sick!
For a moment i thought it was a New singer...When she started screaming\growling, I recognized her xD Anyway, Finaly a band who doesn't give a fuck, Wear onesies and become superheroes and SCREAM! Awesome!
She is the new singer.
Huh?????
this a new singer dumb ass
*is
Haematochezia EightySix Hey man, no reason to call him names. Especially when you make a mistake that makes you look unintelligent as well. c:
Read up on it a bit, Maximillian. They got a new singer after the last got pregnant.
The song begins in 2:00
When people who are like "ahmahgad she ruined dem doe, everything is changed in a bad way blah" You do realise she is JUST a vocalist? There are still 4 other members of the band. Pretty sure its not just a case of "lets do what the singer wants"
shit but is that a fun game wen your the singer
...also Courtney's fucking amazing
I wish this album wasn't so rushed, with proper production it'd be even more amazing.
What. The. Fuck.
How fucking high were they when they made this? Good song by the way!
must have been some good cocain
Or some dank ass kush laced with cocain. Or just simply acid.
The talking with eyebrows made me spill my liquid.
I miss these guys and gal
The begging was funny as shit xD
2:16 ur welcome my rona mates