Creed - My Own Prison (Official HD Music Video) 

20+ years later I think we can say Creed stood the test of time. Great music today

He was an addict. He apologized to his ex wife and child for his actions. He is still a human being and deserves forgiveness and acceptance. And love.

It's really crazy seeing the amount of people still supporting Creed. Just shows you that cool music never dies.

I don't give a flying rats behind what the haters say. This is music that speaks to the heart. Still cranking it in 2024!

People can hate all they want.. But this album was one great song after another..

Was in the military when this came out. It blew up around the country and on base i was stationed at. Took me months to realize how profound the lyrics were to Christianity.

I remember those hopeless nights listening to this song in my motel room, alone and broken by my own poor choices. I went into a drug induced psychosis twice and I've overdosed once, and whenever I slipped into the drug induced mania I used to think to myself " I created my own prison..." 7 months clean and I named my son Gabriel ❤

Say what you want about Creed. Scott is an amazing songwriter. There's a message to learn in every song from Creed.

One of the best bands ever. Don't care what anyone says. These guys helped me through some darkness. They brought light where only darkness resides. "Higher" and "my own prison" are instant classics to me. Don't understand all the haters....

Love his voice, his passion, he’s incomparable!

Talking about judgment day… choosing your sin over God knowing fully the choice you’re making. SUCH A DEEP SONG! ❤️✝️

One of the best voices, one of the best bands!

Lyrics: A court is in session, a verdict is in No appeal on the docket today Just my own sin The walls are cold and pale The cage made of steel Screams fill the room Alone I drop and kneel (And I said oh) So I held my head up high Hiding hate that burns inside Which only fuels their selfish pride (And I said oh) all held captive Out from the sun A sun that shines on only some We the meek are all in one I hear a thunder in the distance see a vision of a cross I feel the pain that was given On that sad day of loss A lion roars in the darkness Only he holds the key A light to free me from my burden And grant me life eternally Should have been dead On a Sunday morning Banging my head No time for mourning Ain't got no time Should have been dead On a Sunday morning Banging my head No time for mourning Ain't got no time (And I said oh) So I held my head up high Hiding hate that burns inside Which only fuels their selfish pride (And I said oh) all held captive Out from the sun A sun that shines on only some We the meek are all in one I cry out to God Seeking only his decision Gabriel stands and confirms I've created my own prison I cry out to God Seeking only his decision Gabriel stands and confirms I've created my own prison (And I said oh) So I held my head up high Hiding hate that burns inside Which only fuels their selfish pride (And I said oh) All held captive Out from the sun A sun that shines on only some We the meek are all in one (And I said oh) So I held my head up high Hiding hate that burns inside Which only fuels their selfish pride (And I said oh) we're held captive (I created) Out from the sun (I created) A sun that shines on only some (I created) We the meek are all in one (I created my own prison) Should've been dead on a Sunday morning Banging my head No time for mourning Ain't got no time

I've been a Creed fan since 1997 and I'm still listening to them in 2022

People can say what they want about Creed but “My Own Prison” is one of the best songs of its era.

As a Christian, I struggle with depression & suicidal thoughts. I beg God to take those thoughts away & only hope I don’t give the demons the keys to over power me. Jesus loved me so much He gave His life for me. This song reminds me I’m not alone,that we do face spiritual warfare but we also create these things in our heads. I’m guilty of that for sure. What an amazing song. 🖤

mama bought me this album for my 8th birthday with a cd player and headphones ........... one of the best things she ever did

This album got me through my first overseas deployment in January 2002, three months after 9/11. Nobody will ever know the impact these songs made on me or how they helped a young kid survive in a scary place.

I’ve never understood the hate for creed. They are absolutely amazing and I love them.

Definitely...one of Creed's best song.

4/5 2024, I'm 70 and I luv Creed been listening to their music for years

All the hate they lived thru & we’re still here listening in 2024 ❤

"I cry out to god seeking only his DECISION... Gabriel stands and CONFIRMS I created my own prison!" Best part!!!!

I used to be a creed hater. My brother had his faith renewed and I got clean and sober soon after. Finding God and accepted Jesus Christ as my lord and savior saved my life. Now I really appreciate creed, not only for the music and the lyrical content (which is amazing) but also that as a band they’ve gotten so much hate (much like Jesus did) and still manage to make such amazing and touching music. Creed rocks!

As a troubled teenager I used to listen to this song and loved the 'darkness' of it. Today, I really understand the message of this song and I feel so blessed that He has pulled me out of the darkness and helped me accept Christ. In faith I look forward to meet Him! GBY for adressing such an important message in this song, please never hesitate to accept Jesus as your Saviour!

Damn I miss this era so much…..the music, the women are so beautiful and natural, the friendships…..everyone just seemed to love life more back then. Nostalgia, one hell of a drug.

i feel bad for whoever hasn’t heard this song. A masterpiece to say the least. Hits home every time.

"I cry out to GOD." help me LORD JESUS CHRIST

I’m so confused about why everyone hates Creed. I’m 31 and they’ve been my favorite band since I was about 14.

2:44 gives me goosebumps every time

I requested this song to be played at my fathers funeral last February when his life was taken from cancer…. The crazy part is the moment I walked through the doors to the funeral home this song started playing… it wasn’t playing already.. the moment I walked in it started playing… this song will always have a place in my heart.. even before my dads passing I grew up around rock..

I spent the entire high school listening to Creed, I'm 40 and I still listen to it, eternal teenager 🤣

The lyrics in this song, from start to end, are some of the best (if not the best) I've ever heard in a "rock" song. The lyrics use the power of symbolism to reference stories/lessons from the Holy Bible over and over (too many for me to explain all of them). By far my favorite verse is " I cry out to God Seeking only his decision Gabriel stands and confirms I've created my own prison". The reference to the archangel Gabriel delivering the message is outstanding and so deep it gives me chills every time I hear this song. (this is my interpretation so that's all it is. I could be wrong) Awesome song!!

I don't get why everyone hates on Creed. I've heard a lot of negative things about Scott and I think with his recent behavior and occurrences he might utilize the second chance he has been given, I've always loved the bands music! Since I was a kid I've had respect for the band and have jammed to them lol. Anyway I hope they get back together and I wish people would just Keep Calm and listen to Creed.

This song hit me..i never understood what it meant... As a teenager i was dark and dug my own hole.. , now I'm 21 and gave myself to Christ and understand this so much on a spiritual level.. Thanks Creed!

Huge comeback from Creed. Well deserved

1997 15. Something's Gotta Give- Aerosmith 14. Unleash The Beast - Saxon 13. Tyranny- Jag Panzer 12. Psycho Circus - Kiss 11. My Tortured Eyes- Wasp 10. Eternal Stone- Scald 09. A Pleasant Shade of Gray Part 3 - Fates Warning 08. Taking The Queen- Bruce Dickinson 07. Last Cup Of Sorrow- Fates Warning 06. The Memory Remains- Metallica 05. Trust- Megadeth 04. Du Hast- Rammstein 03. Everlong- Foo Fighters 02. Be Quiet And Drive- Deftones 01. Torn - Creed

Once upon a lifetime ago, this band was on top of the world. It was a different world than what we know today. It was a better world. 😣

As a suicide survivor, this song cuts me deep. I've always loved this song. Always will love Creed! My struggles with my mental health illnesses are a beast but the lyrics...damn! Soothes my soul for real

God bless Scott Stapp for these lyrics even when he wasn't living them he put them out there. He kept his promise to God. What a good soul.

I have battled my own demons for years and was at the point of where I thought I would never go until I found this song. Scott Stapp literally saved my life with this song, and I could never thank Creed enough for everything that they've done for me and my family.

This song just hits different when you can relate to the lyrics.

My sister and I chose this song to be played at my son's funeral on Sept. 8, 2008. Today would be his 37th birthday...07/22/86.

One of the most REAL songs ever. No matter what God you believe in its all applicable.

This song so powerful in my life .... Regret .... living in fear consumed by sadness, pain and anger. Love Creed so much

this is my favorite song by creed rock on

"I cry out to God seeking only His Decision, Gabriel stands and confirms I've created my own prison,"

“A light to free me from my burden and grant me life eternally” ✝️ Praise Yah

"I cry out to God seeking only His Decision, Gabriel stands and confirms I've created my own prison," the whole blessed song is awesome, ALL the lyrics, I can have it on Lazy 8 Infinite repeat and I won't get tired of it, a CLASSIC.

Ah yes. 2021 coming in hard emotionally and here i am. Music never fails me.

One of the best if not, the best post-grunge song ever. Everyone is killing it here!

One of the best bands I've ever heard in my life...

This song really knows how to pull you back down to earth and realize your own mistakes. Would like to walk around like everything that happens to us is everyone else’s fault when in reality we do it ourselves. I love creed it’s raw and it’s real and it’s heartfelt.

This song helped me through some of my darkest days after losing my husband and mom 17 days apart in 2019. I can say that now I can hold my head up high! ❤❤❤❤

It's interesting how I've always appreciated this song, but the older I get these words cut deeper and deeper. I feel like I'm in a prison of my mind where the battle of good and evil goes on. Depression, anxiety, doubt, feeling I can't do anything right is sadly my norm and I can't break these shackles and escape the prison.

Regardless of their beliefs, Creed hit hard with this song. Monster riffs, self-help lyrics with a spiritual tinge. All the anger pointed in the right direction: yourself and your own choices. All while keeping things open for external help. Love it.

A court is in session a verdict is in no appeal on the docket today, just my own sin the walls are cold and pale the cage made of steel screams fill the room alone i drop and kneel silence now the sound my breath the only motion around demons cluttering around my face showing no emotion shackled by my sentence expecting no return here there is no penance my skin begins to burn (chorus) so i held my head up high hiding hate that burns inside which only fuels there selfish pride we're all held captive out from the sun a sun that shines on only some we the meek are all in one i hear a thunder in the distance see a vision of a cross i feel the pain that was given on that sad day of loss a lion roars in the darkness only he holds the key a light to free me from my burden and grant me life eternally should have been dead on a sunday morning banging my head no time for mourning ain't got no time (chorus) i cry out to god seeking only his decision gabriel stands and confirms i've created my own prison

I remember making fun of creed for years and here I am 15 years later realizing they were actually great

One of my favorite songs since I was a kid. These guys really didn't deserve the hate that was heaped on them.

10 years later and this song and band are my top 10 favorite in 2024

People need to listen to the lyrics of this song. I have created My own prison/depression. I forgot to look up. This song reminds me who is there to rescue and save me. When my son became a father of a son I messaged/shared the song ARMS WIDE OPEN. It's a beautiful song. Creed is awesome. They sing about life... just listen

His voice is so amazing

Still listening ...real music lovers understand creed

I've loved this band since I was a kid. I'm just soooo excited that the band is back and omg I just can't stop fangirling lol. Their music has helped me so much over the years, can't wait to see what else is going to happen. Good luck to the band. ❤😊

In these dark times of isolation and fear, especially being alone with dark memories and stress, this one hits too close to home.

That guitar player with that goatee, voice, and baggy leather jacket. Is literally the MOST EARLY 2000's person every recorded on film.

I've always loved Creed, the music, lyrics...teen angst days...this soul fuels on music like theirs. I miss it. 🌒🌑🌘

Born in 1989 I still listen to creed

Will never forget songs like this from the 90's... the nostalgia is a melancholic sadness.

September 2024. Who’s here

Songs like these never die, they just get better with time 🔥

I’m here, I’m listening, I deal with a lot of sadness and grief, but I try every day to make a difference, it’s so hard.❤

I fortunately have never suffered of depression, and I'm currently not sad. But every time I listen to this song, it transmits me a weird, sad, melancholic feeling, which is exactly the purpose of this masterpiece. What I mean to say, this song is so well-made that you don't need to suffer of depression to feel it. I love this song. And I swear that if I ever fall into any kind of sadness, I'll listen to this song and I'm sure it'll make me overcome that moment, just as it did with other people.

O Brasil ouve e ama o Creed! 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷 💚💛

People shit on Creed but people actually still like them as a guilty pleasure, Creed's Human Clay was amazing. I'll stand by it.

God i miss the early 90's

I really feel bad for Scott. His demons have a stranglehold on him. It's easy to kick someone when they are down but that is something I will never do. God bless Scott and help pull him out of the darkness he is in.

Creed. Never stop loving them with the love of Christ

Literally discovered Creed yesterday, and will be listening to more

Been awhile since I've listened to CREED. Amazing how this band with their lyrics are able to snatch my soul with their hooks and thrash it around to make me feel what they are trying to convey. No doubt,God givin talent. Why isn't music like this being made anymore? It's a wonder

“A lion roars in the darkness only he holds the key, a light to free me from my burden grant me life eternally.” I know that Lion, you want him on your side, you need him on your side.

People shit on this band alot, but this song is a total jam that still sounds good today.

People that don’t like creed fascinate me. 90s were it. The in between. This album will be played at my funeral

A light to free me from burden and bring me life eternally😭🙏

"I hear a thunder in the distance, see a vision of a cross I feel the pain that was given on that sad day of loss" .....CHILLS.....

I can't say enough good things about this song.Scott's voice is powerful , Tremonti's guitar is haunting and the lyrics are just poetry.Oh yeah , and they're not afraid to include our maker , God in the lyrics.I'll forever love Creed. Haters are just jealous !

This song makes a believer out of someone who stopped believing. Thanks Creed.

Just saw Creed Live last night @Dailys Place . Was Electric !

Loved Scott as a crush and fan. Then I think we all connected and prayed for him. Took awhile for his search...but he is a believer and survivor...the rest of the band were pure talent and the time was priceless. May we never stop searching seeking loving God and people like these guys. Been to many concerts but these guys were a true musical spiritual experience. Hope they are happy and blessed. CREED fan for life!

One of my favorite songs and albums in the late 90’s. Played it over and over.

[Verse 1] A court is in session, a verdict is in No appeal on the docket today Just my own sin The walls are cold and pale The cage made of steel Screams fill the room Alone I drop and kneel Silence now the sound My breath the only motion around Demons cluttering around My face showing no emotion Shackled by my sentence Expecting no return Here there is no penance My skin begins to burn [Chorus 1] And I said oh So I held my head up high Hiding hate that burns inside Which only fuels their selfish pride And I said oh We're held captive Out from the sun A sun that shines on only some We the meek are all in one [Verse 2] I hear a thunder in the distance See a vision of a cross I feel the pain that was given On that sad day of loss A lion roars in the darkness Only he holds the key A light to free me from my burden And grant me life eternally [Chorus 2] [2x] Should have been dead On a Sunday morning Banging my head No time for mourning Ain't got no time [Chorus 1] [Chorus 3][x2] I cry out to God Seeking only his decision Gabriel stands and confirms I've created my own prison [Chorus 1][x2]

We don’t need no holy war i cry out to God. ❤🔥💪🏽

Man his voice is beautiful!! Holly cow. I get tears listening to his song one last breath.

Magic. One of their best songs. They don't get enough credit & have been under appreciated over the years. This & Torn are 2 of my favorites. Scott's voice is the 90's. Love you guys!

Only the Lion Of Judah the Lord Jesus holds the key to eternity. So true brother. God bless you guys.

People who hate just hate everything which is divine. Creed is divine

One of the best songs I've ever heard.

First album at around 7 years old was human clay. My uncle gave it to me and still listen today at nearly 30 years old. Ironic as when I hit adulthood I then discovered my own prison which I listened to endlessly due to its class and relevance to my mental health for a long period of time. Also ironic that I was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer at 27 just a year after welcoming my daughter in to the world. Used to listen to arms wide open a lot before she was born and cry, such a powerful song. 'i hope he/she is not like me' and most of lyrics were exact feelings I had towards becoming a father, and now my sacrifice is a potential song for my funeral as it is so suitable for me and I've loved it since a kid. Big up creed and fuck depression and cancer!!! 👍💪

Such a badass song

Love this song. I really feel it in my soul