Creed Six Feet From The Edge Official Music Video

Okay, friends, let's talk about a music video that's basically a time capsule of the early 2000s: Creed's "Six Feet From The Edge". It's angsty. It's dramatic. And honestly? It's kind of amazing in a way that only something from that era can be.
The Video: A Masterclass in Millennial Melodrama
First, let's set the stage. It's dark. It's raining. There's a lone figure looking intensely into the middle distance. Yep, you guessed it, that's Scott Stapp, the voice of a generation grappling with, well, something profoundly deep and meaningful, probably.
The Visual Feast (of Rain and Emotion)
The video is basically a series of vignettes featuring Creed rocking out in the aforementioned rain. I swear, they must have gone through gallons of hair gel and waterproof mascara filming this thing! The special effects budget probably went entirely to that rain machine.
You've also got snippets of people going through tough times. A boxer taking a beating (literally and metaphorically!). A woman crying in the rain (because apparently that was the only weather condition available that day!). This video definitely aimed to evoke some FEELINGS.
It's like the director said, "Okay, everyone! We need MAXIMUM EMOTION! Think global sadness, act local angst!" And boy, did they deliver. It's so earnest, so over-the-top, it's almost charming.
The use of slow motion? Chef's kiss. Everything just looks so much more important when it's happening in slow-mo, right? Like, a tear falling from Scott Stapp's eye in slow motion is practically a national tragedy.
Why We Still Watch (and Secretly Love) It
Let's be honest, a big part of the appeal is nostalgia. This video is a direct portal back to a time of frosted tips, baggy jeans, and unquestioning belief in the power of rock ballads. Anyone else remember using dial-up internet to download this from Napster?
But beyond the nostalgia, there's something genuinely captivating about the sheer commitment to the bit. Creed was *all in* on this performance. They weren't holding back. It's a level of sincerity that's almost admirable, even if it's also a little bit goofy.
And let's face it, the song itself is pretty catchy! It's the kind of anthem you can't help but belt out in the shower, even if you're not entirely sure what "six feet from the edge" actually means. (Existential dread? Metaphorical cliff? Probably something along those lines.)
The video is unintentionally hilarious. The way Scott Stapp dramatically clutches the microphone stand! The intense stares into the camera! It's pure comedic gold, even if that wasn't the original intention. In a world of slick, polished music videos, there's something refreshing about this earnest, slightly awkward attempt at raw emotional expression.
So, Should You Watch It?
Absolutely! If you're looking for a good laugh, a dose of nostalgia, or just a reminder of how far we've come (or haven't come) in terms of music video production, Creed's "Six Feet From The Edge" is a must-see. Just be prepared to embrace the angst. And maybe grab an umbrella.
It's a reminder that sometimes the things that are a little bit cheesy and over-the-top are also the most memorable. Embrace the cheese. Rock the angst. And maybe, just maybe, you'll find yourself "six feet from the edge" of something amazing.

















