ASTARION SONG - "The Pale Elf" (Baldur's Gate 3 Bardcore) ||

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[@jonathanymusic]

Karlach song next? 👀

[@jaggedvulture198]

YES

[@JormungandrTheWorldSerpent]

Hell yeah. Karlach is the best

[@maxheath1158]

PLEASE

[@Badzee]

A militaristic Lae'zel song 🙇‍♂️ (I'm in the minority but hot damn I need it)

[@Shadow46510]

Yessssss

[@kassjazzy]

He's the ultimate 'I can fix him'! I've played my first run as basically just an Astarion redemption arc, like the main plot is just background noise to making sure this traumatised vampire gets his vengeance and freedom

[@Daelyah]

I'm aiming with my Durge to have them seek redemption alongside their ride-or-die bestie Astarion. Both each other's darlings that will help fight each other's enemies to rise above. 💗

[@TheSeventhOutlaw]

I don't want to fix him, I want him to fix himself. And he did. I'm just his emotional support infernal.

[@LB-rm4el]

@@TheSeventhOutlaw This is EXACTLY how I feel about his character too.

[@krystalaughrun4878]

As someone who is obsessed with Astarion, I didn't hesitate to open this song. And I can say it definitely doesn't dissapoint.

[@kadenregger4761]

same

[@AnCafE4TW]

I opened this expecting it to be a silly KZbin suggestion and was hit with *THIS MANS VOICE*?!?! It's so powerful!

[@Magicalwolfgamer]

The makes me want to try to romance him when I get the game . Hell be the first one I’ll be romance

[@ShadowWitch666]

Same! It's so good!! No matter how many times I will play BG3, I will always save this man

[@petra_g]

SAME

[@Dinosaur_Nightlight]

Can we take a second to just appreciate that the last couple notes of the song are “down by the river”? What a clever bard you are Mr. Young!

[@Miss_Distress]

Yeah! Awesome 😄

[@ryakitsune86]

Loved how it was incorporated

[@Leslie_Burke]

Yes! Gave me goosebumps!

[@kemilausaturindu6258]

this is a bard's song indeed. you did not miss a beat in capturing Astarion as a character. I could totally imagine this being sung in a tavern after the events of Baldur's Gate 3 (and whatever Astarion storyline ending is) as Astarion himself sits in the corner of said tavern, listening to the song of his tale like some sort of fairytail/legend. Amazing work!!!

[@beezzinha]

I feel like he would be pretty mad this random bard is spreading his personal details tho

[@eggus9112]

I love the song, but I'm pretty sure if a bard sang this in front of Astarion they would not live long

[@Senekenn]

@@eggus9112 "Oh look, Dinner and a Show!"

[@blueeyedwitch9840]

Alfira singing everyone's praises after the main story (we're assuming here that we've knocked her out and kept her wrapped in blankets)

[@macabreromance]

Yessss

[@toolatetothestory]

He really just needs someone to genuinely care for him, and keep him just a bit in check. To tell him that what he needs isn't nesseccarily what he wants. In the end, he only wants power so he can finally feel safe, so he won't be scared anymore.

[@rosevalety3408]

Disagree on that, he doesn't know how to truly accept what he wants for himself. He spent so much time without being able to make a choice he just doesn't beleive in his free will. It's not that he wants power per say, he thinks it will grant him safety from all the pain of the past. He is blinded by fear, but it you, through friendship or romance who will guide him to grow the confidence of choosing for himself. You do not control him nor choose for him what's best, if you think so, you're no better than Cazador and he has only changed from one master to an another. If you do choose the spawn ending as you romance him, you have the emphasis on what He wants. What He feels. You may feel in charge because you're the player and you choose where the story goes, but if you truly care for him, you only make choices that let him be able to express his feelings and aknowledge his agenda. I love Astarion so much

[@Aurirang]

@@rosevalety3408 But you actually DO control him a bit, just enpugh to steer him away from the violence. You protect him at times, even speak for him (Moonrise tower with the drow, which is the turning point of the romance) and tell him what to do/not do. He does learn to step up for himself with having you keep him safe long enough for himself to develop and even step up for others on his own accord. Turning down the Ascendent vappire part is the last push he needed too be mentally free. But the scene on the graveard ('good route'), i'm pretty sure that was all him considering how much he was bumbling about there. :D (Also it was probably the sweetest romance scene i've seen from many, many games)

[@xNarttu]

I really can't express how happy it makes me to see 3 people who ACTUALLY see and understand Astarion and his situation. I've been seeing so many bad takes on his character and story, and it's been disheartening. So yeah, just wanted to thank you guys for showing some emotional and general maturity and intelligence

[@Aurirang]

@@xNarttu I admit, my friend kinda pushed me into romancing him at first. I was pretty put off by the 'let's go hurt somebody'-attitude he rocks most of the time at first. Also had a real long reconsidering phase when i've seen Halsin the first time. Somewhere middle of act 2 i decided that this man definitely needs a leash to be safe from himself (his idea with asking Raphael was more concerning than anything else, luckily he was sensible enough not to trade one master for another). But after having met the drow in the tower, i did start to get hooked real bad, after he thanked me and just kept looking like some lost puppy. (a lost killer puppy i guess. He surely kept my neutral good druid on her toes. But it's kinda extra funny if the woman is bigger than him when hugging and he can barely reach her shoulders :D) After i finish this run, i'll try two runs next to eahc other with the Durge. One Durge that tries to resist and one that goes full evil. I wanna see how Astarion (and the others) react to that. Afaik Durge and our little Star have the same writer and that there should be an extra amount of dialogue between them, so i'm curious what BG3 has in store for us. Sorry for the essay, but this game (And Astarion) is seriously amazing. :D

[@xNarttu]

@@Aurirang omg I’m currently doing exactly that with two D’Urge’s, both romancing Astarion 🤣👌🏻 I’m doing things with my evil D’Urge first and then going along with resist D’Urge afterwards, because doing the evil things is HARD for me. Legit almost got teary raiding the grove, it felt horrible. But yeah, Astarion’s character progression and the romance with him (not ascended) is by far my favourite of all the games with romance that I’ve ever played. He’s such a fantastically written character, that even my partner, who doesn’t like vampires in general and doesn’t like personalities like Astarion’s, tolerates him and is willingly going through his personal quests. Usually my partner would just skip the personal quests of characters he doesn’t like. Me though, Astarion had me from the moment he held my poor Spore Druid at knife point after the nautiloid crash. I started her as neutral good, but with Astarion’s influence she ended up more chaotic good by the end, they were a power couple 🤣👌🏻

[@macabreromance]

I feel Astarion would hear this and be mad his personal details are out there. 😂 Very accurate to his storyline, I love it!

[@shawnsegebarth6707]

He would either be upset his business was out in the open or smug as a peacock XD

[@gwendalyn444]

Cannot get over the contrast of relaxing bard with sinister vibe. Love it so much. 🖤

[@allisonrosenrot3606]

I really hope the voice actor for Astarion and his writers hear this. It is amazing! 💚 Cried a little, I felt like I was listening to it in a tavern in Baldur's Gate.

[@rasenshuriken9076]

Stellar work as always, Jon! That trailing snarl at the end of "fangs" never fails to give me goosebumps~!

[@Daelyah]

Yeah, it's not just the cold room around me doing that, I swear! This song is just... GODDAMN!!! 🤯💗

[@Callum07]

Damn, this somehow manages to make me feel even worse for Astarion. I didn‘t think it was possible. ❤

[@Hiraeth_Nightshade]

Astarion needs a hug

[@Magicalwolfgamer]

It makes me wanna romance him even more when I get the the game

[@Callum07]

@@Magicalwolfgamer Well, if what I have experienced of the game so far is any credit, you won‘t be disappointed by it. Hope you have better luck than me on my first run. xD

[@themudpit621]

@@Hiraeth_Nightshade needs a hug? Nah, he needs to go back in that box for another year or two, he's evil AF. Oh, and he broke up with me, so yeah... I'm bitter lol.

[@annaavertho4944]

@@Hiraeth_Nightshadewith the new patch you can give him two in total now.

[@Karomix3]

I'm completely obsessed with Astarion, and yes he can change if you don't make him ascend and romance him, ascending him is the biggest mistake you can make with him, as you think you are saving him, but you just lose him completely instead, quite sad.

[@Umah666]

I'm just wondering if there couldn't have been a way in between. He could have drunk Cazador's blood and still remained himself, I think it would be nice if Larian had planned that as a hidden third option. Astarion deserved this after 200 years of torture and saving the world.

[@5Demona5]

I was thinking of using his bite attack against Cazador to free him.... but then I remember he's held back throughout the whole fight 🙃

[@DeviousMyst]

@@5Demona5 after my second play through i found that you can "help" him, as if he was downed.

[@adrienneinchi]

@@Umah666drinking Cazador’s blood will not change him. The full vampire being drunk must be willing. That said, the ritual is a break from lore and could have provided a less traditional type of full vampire. One not yolked by the effects of, “Dark Desires.”

[@Karomix3]

@@Umah666 I think if you have him ascend when you play him as the main character he can choose to stay nice if you choose the good option, I think.

[@chaos9chao]

I do hope you know what this means. We are now expecting a song for every party npc 👀👀

[@leonie7754]

This. They all need one

[@TheRockhound119]

I expect Minthara's to be a banger.

[@TitanACU88]

Looking forward to all of them! @jonathanymusic

[@Danileptic]

O my a karlach one please

[@leonie7754]

@@Danileptic he already did one ;)

[@aaronhenley4741]

I hope he tagged both Larian and the Voice Actor. Now I’m eager for my favorite hot barbarian to get her due.

[@-asilex-2356]

Baldur's gates 3's musics are insane, Astarion's story is insane and you are covering a song about it !? That's too much greatness for me...

[@LunarAnimeAngel]

um no freaking way. I freaking love Asterion and this song does him justice in so many ways. Thank you so much! This made my day 100 times better

[@Z0Z33KY]

you love him yet you cant even give homeboy the decency of knowing how to spell his name? 😭 it's astarion lmfao

[@Adirbal]

I'm glad you're making more BG3 songs. The game is absolutely awesome and deserves every bit of praise and love it gets.

[@robertofiend1264]

I’m a honored to watch him produce and arrange the instrumentals of this absolutely glorious song. Also, Karlach song coming soon…

[@corpsewytchdannii]

"Will you accept his fangs?" Yes. In a heartbeat... Incredible song Jonathan.

[@fencullen9522]

Holy shit I love the growl on "fangs"

[@TheVixenAI]

This song is making me SO emotional! I love astarion, you did really well capturing him in this!

[@TricksterModeEngaged]

imagining bard Tav writing these songs as he travels with the tadpole gang and everyone's secrets start to come to light

[@ohmy-dooppyyy4923]

The Song is so well written. It gives out details without giving to much detail. Spoiler! It is known that Astarion uses you in the very start. And to be honest I would too if I was in his position. He tries to push you away, not get close. He uses his body to lure you in and keep you under his grasp. But, he failed at the one thing he told himself not to do, fall in love with you. He is always using his words and attempts to hide behind this mask that you shatter. And when it asks, "Will your proudly be a pawn, in the vampires game." That is the best part because to Astarion you ARE a pawn that he uses for protection. Like Chess. All the pawns must protect the king. He, being the king. You and the others, being the Pawn in a game to be free from Casador. To me, Astarions trauma and as you get close to him, is so well written. He is a hard character to romance, but it felt so worth it. His story, his reactions - its so good. Especially if you Pay the Dark Urge. You get a side to him that you don't get when playing a regular character.

[@Cross-Warrior]

I LITERALLY SCREAMED SEEING AN ORIGINAL ASTARION SONG!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Fee501st]

I love this, almost much as Astarion loves himself

[@zachlikes7159]

LOVING this style of song from you. Keep up the good work brother!

[@DaynorBelmont]

the last few notes being a refference to "down by the river" is truely a big ol' cherry on the cake

[@Gukkiegalaxy]

The last couple notes of "Down by the river" just gave this song the perfect ending. This has Astarion's name, the sinister but sad vibes behind, the way your voice sounds and the lyrics? You did such an amazing job capturing his story and feelings! 👏

[@deniblackmore2179]

Your voice sounds so darn good doing this bard style - love it! 👍Interesting as always seeing you put this together and get it ready to release here - "will you save the pillows?" 😂🤣😂

[@TheShinayser]

My god I wasn't expecting this. Holy fucking shit, someone should make those "character videos" with this music in the background. Someone please?

[@ravenrose_99]

I was literally just thinking today at work how badly I wanted an Astarion fan song and I came home to see this! I AM SO OBSESSED! This is absolutely perfect in so many ways!

[@xXGreenLotusXx]

I honestly don't exaggerate when I say, that I freaking screamed when I saw that you did a song for Astarion! You did such an amazing job of capturing his complicated character in the lyrics. So heartbreaking and emotional. God's, I want to hug my dear pale elf so badly😭 *runs to play baldurs gate 3*

[@Experiment100Jae]

This song is so freaking good and captures Astarion so well!! I finished Astarion's quest last night, unascended, and romancing him!

[@vassia_cat]

I think this song is my new obsession ❤ In my first play through I invested so much in Astarion to try and save him. Also love the “Down by the river” notes❤

[@elenabearzotti6118]

How many times have you listened to this song? Yes. I'm literally so obsessed with this, you managed to capture the essential traits of Astarion's true nature, and at the same time you created an epic melody with a stunning voice. Amazing work, darling

[@braveatheart]

Absolutely obsessed with this!!!! I love it so much! Definitely Karlach next!! You should do an album of all the characters 👀

[@hyouart2883]

"Do you think that he can change", gals, pals and nonbinaryfells, WE CAN FIX HIM.

[@ethers0uls318]

A dark urge themed song would be awesome especially if it had a bit of rock in it

[@StormiLeWolfeh]

I am losing my shit over the growl in the word "fangs" what the FUCK jonathan that's so fucking sick

[@littlecookie5454]

Perfect timing, just started playing. Astarion, my man, come listen to your song 👌

[@fayeprime9631]

Wow this is so good! Unexpected but welcome!! Oh man Jonathan Young never disappointed me with his songs ever!

[@Cami-Cat]

GOD this song turned out so good, you crushed it Jon!

[@MariahLamour]

Don't think I didn't recognize the little "Down by the River" notes right at the end. Fantastic work.

[@InsanityVirus]

I am absolutely obsessed and in love with with Astarion, and this song does him SO MUCH justice! This was truly beautiful!

[@NyxNovaStar]

This song shows a more true understanding of the character then most have. Thank you for showing the tragic story underneath the facade.

[@saratavington5435]

I love this! The ballad-style music with the rock voice, perfect combination! The little hint of Down By The River at the very end! Starship Velociraptor now has to share the #1 spot in my heart 🥰

[@UmbraDreams]

1:58 gave me chills because I still haven't gotten to this point yet and I really don't know what route I should take yet.

[@Nghting]

This song make me feel sad for Astarion after learning about his ending. Your voice brings so much emotions and I love it

[@eureonsilver8529]

Astarion is definitely one of the best characters in BG3, and your song about him is really good!

[@mitchellbanks2614]

I just love the bard song, just such a unique structure and sound to them every time. Makes me feel like I’m sitting in the tavern with a pint in hand

[@mert-by1pe]

I love the "down by the river" sprinkle at the very end of the song

[@appledorayaki8456]

I really loved the subtle inclusion of the game's theme song there

[@elcid200]

an awesome song about a great character. I have him always in my party with Karlach and Shadow Heart

[@zen-zen]

Я слушаю это всю неделю 24/7. Буквально засыпаю, просыпаюсь и бодрствую, пока эта песня на повторе. Не играла в эту игру, почти ничего про нее не знаю, но влюбилась в этого персонажа из-за песни. Круто, жалко только 1 лайк ставить можно (Теперь у меня гиперфиксация, помогите........)

[@JulieHellington]

Персонаж правда потрясающий )) раскрывается с разных сторон, в зависимости от того, есть роман с ним или нет )) очень рекомендую поиграть ))

[@annmatsuoka]

"will you save the pale elf?" uhhh my whole first play through was Astarion centered OFCOURSE-

[@taniacasali6549]

I can't stop listening and singing this. Thank you so much for this masterpiece, my obsession with Astarion is finally fed.

[@MMAR10021]

No surprise that Jonathan made another fantastic song. There seems to be no end to your talent. Truly amazing. I'll say it again... BRAVO!!!

[@NullitasOfOne]

I want to see Neil react to this. It's amazing!

[@vicariousxiv2436]

BRO! The way this starts and finishes with the BG3 main hook is glorious, I mean the whole thing is, but that little bit.... that perfect, little golden topper lol

[@Dualitys]

This is such a fucking bards song. I want to play this is the background of a dnd campaign, this is incredible

[@Daelyah]

I just want to help him heal, he's been through so much... 🥺 Thanks for this, Jonathan, this was just so beautifully chilling! 💗

[@caffeinatedelf1631]

Broo!!! Did not see this coming. Killed it! Thank you for letting us indulge in our Astarion fantasies. X😂

[@finallyaleks]

Good, the best follower has a suitably tragic, aggressive, but somehow alluring tune. The way handled you plucking fingerstyle portions stands out in this one.

[@cinemaspades4947]

Holy shid, this is amazing!! Making me tear up from this, wtf

[@jennyglynn-va]

This gave me goosebumps... The beautiful lyrics, the bittersweet tone that reflects the character so well and your epic voice made this a true pleasure to listen to. The little hint to "Down By the River" at the end was the perfect touch. This is amazing.

[@raymondchapa2039]

Amazing song

[@thelorewright]

Wrapping up Astarion's quest line as The Dark Urge and watching the pale elf stab his problems to a pulp was extremely satisfying.

[@LaRanaMordaz]

Heck yeah! Love hearing the final version, it rocks

[@AnkaJon]

Your songs make my every day better. Thank you, Jon.

[@Zivilin]

This is amazing 💜✨

[@paigerogers4982]

this is amazing its so soothing yet upbeat i love it

[@awkwardswan2463]

Dude this is too good!

[@samoliver2404]

This song instantly gave me chills. Tempts me to open BG3 back up and run through just to get Astarion's full story. Thank you so much for making and sharing this, Jonathan-- the vibe of this song is so awesome. It has a raw taste of feral fury behind the elegance and hauteur that really comes out during the chorus, showing you some of that bitter anger and resentment under the surface.

[@fireguardianx]

Expected this was gonna be like the Blind Guardian song, and I am happy to know I wasnt wrong! Love the song!

[@netherialdreyrimani]

love the little down by the river lick at the end

[@scribbleem]

I am in LOVE with this! THANK YOU SO MUCH!! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@yazzy4059]

Oh my god PLEASE do more!!! I would absolutely love to see a Karlach song!!! Also, I really love the 'Down by the river' motif at the end there

[@LeMedjayYT]

I was there when you edited it live, a pleasure to finally see it!

[@alisalebedeva7097]

Ohhh my god. This is beautiful. Thanks so much for this song!

[@larissa1716]

Another song that will be my new obsession. Amazing work!

[@ks9759]

I’m obsessed with this ❤🍷 That guitar is delicious

[@PhoenixDGM]

This was amazing. I'm glad it popped up in my recommendations. I hope you do a song for all the characters (And especially Dark Urge, whose story I was in love with from start to finish. Especially when resisting the urge.)

[@Firamiel]

I love it!! You captured his story so well in the lyrics, great work!!

[@RubyGika]

Omfg this is so amazing! I was blown away from beginning to end by the melody and lyrics, incredible!

[@ayamechan8284]

I'm absolutely loving your Baldur's gate 3 songs😍, can't wait to see what you'll do for Karlach I hope you'll do one for Gayle too 🤞

[@shawnsegebarth6707]

Look up Wizard of Waterdeep by the same artist! ^-^

[@moonymoonzzimoon7399]

Do one for the other companions too!!!! This is cool

[@cintas1603]

the little hint at the motif at the end is a nice touch!

[@themidnightjudge]

Amazing, just amazing. I'm speechless.

[@ElderBard00]

Went into this with no expectations til he started singing 😮🎉 Loving it. Yes Kharlak next please!!

[@resileaf9501]

"Will you accept his fangs" Look, you don't have to sell me on this, yes I'll fuck the vampire

[@damned0wl]

your comment almost made me choke on my tea, thx :D (also, same)

[@baddayatmysteryspot]

Absolutely in love with this!!! Your voice and talent never disappoint

[@jessdickens8664]

Great work especially tying in the Down By the River leitmotif at the end

[@Theodax1]

So, I have to ask the obvious question.... Did you let Astarion ascend or did you have him forego ascension? You so perfectly captured the essence of the character and his dichotomy of tragedy. I LOVE the sultry, sinister, breathy delivery here as well. Now, when are you going to break down and do Raphael's Final Act?!?!?!? I said it before that you could absolutely CRUSH that version.

[@hannahmetzger4880]

Can we _please_ tag the entire BG3 voice cast, get them to all react to this song collectively on KZbin, please? _Please, can we make this happen?!!_ _Upvote if you want the entire voice cast to react to this!!!_ :3.

[@fyon]

So beautiful song, I'm so glad I found it!! 🖤

[@heroyuki_cos]

U NEVER MISS JONATHAN! thats just epic, love that so much

[@-leezha-]

YES. ALWAYS AND FOREVER WILL I SAVE THE PALE ELF. ALWAYS. I HAVE JUST REALISED THAT I AM ABSOLUTELY PILING MY UNFULFILLED SOLAS LOVE ONTO THIS MFER AND I DONT KNOW HOW TO FEEL. FUCK. GODSDAMNED ELVES, MAN.

[@Kritinbjcgj]

I love your comment 😂

[@-leezha-]

@@Kritinbjcgj lmao thanks😂 just a surge of emotions over Elves, yknow how it is

[@ywlumaris]

this is soooo good!

[@th3boi146]

Love it!

[@aimeemarshall1036]

So good!!