Aviators - Metal Won't Burn (Armored Core Song | Alternative Rock)

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About time, right? FROM Software got me again, and managed to make another stellar game with addictive combat. "Metal Won't Burn" attempts to Capture Armored Core 6's bleak and emotionless world, and reflects on a loss of humanity after being rebuilt so many times.
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Lyrics:
The adversaries priming
Like wolves within the snow
A consciousness is dying
Too stubborn to let go
When the daylight comes for me
I see what I am
An alloyed extension
Of invisible hands
And yet I risk more than
The credits I earn
My soul is in ashes
But metal won't burn
The raven in the updraft
I soar on borrowed wings
With heart beneath the construct
A cobbled mess of strings
Red echoes in the fracture
Sing to my weary mind
Protected by the rapture
I'm one of my own kind
When the daylight comes for me
I see what I am
An alloyed extension
Of invisible hands
And yet I risk more than
The credits I earn
My soul is in ashes
But metal won't burn
Wrapped within a soulless shelter
I possess the dread of war
Is there still a peace to enter
Or are we guiding aimless cores
Visions of a flame keep burning
Broken but still not decayed
Fueled by the blaze awakened
Human eyes remain afraid
Sacrifice my embers
Forge me better form
Burn away remainders
I am flesh no more
No one has the answers
So we all burn what came before
For what the future has in store
When the daylight comes for me
I see what I am
An alloyed extension
Of invisible hands
And yet I risk more than
The credits I earn
My soul is in ashes
But metal won't burn

[@SkorupaPancNaSkorCzl]

4:16 "I am flesh no more." Random Techpriest (Warhammer 40k): Is It Possible to Learn This Power?

[@synth8519]

Man, they'd love to have an Armored Core. They're incredibly nimble, even for Mecha standards.

[@Zigthrill]

@@synth8519 An Armored Core vs a Gundam? Who wins?

[@Kayriel]

@@Zigthrill Gundam. I can't recall any AC that's specced up to take down a Gundam. Even the Realmecha Gundams are still working with higher tech, especially those with Gundanium/Gundarium armor. The RX-78 might have a tough time, but that's the grandpa of Gundams. If we get into the Supermecha Gundams there's no point to even holding the contest. God Gundam solos the ACverse.

[@Mortimor]

"Got a song for you, 621."

[@a.9913]

E621?

[@a.a.r.2769]

Damn it, I read it in Walter's voice too

[@YouSoSpice]

This one comes from the Aviators group, a Rubicon Liberation Front subsidiary.

[@InsaneNerdGeek]

@@a.a.r.2769 not alone mate, not alone xD

[@Victor-056]

@dylanwade3326 ...I just imagined him swearing as much as Ragna the Bloodedge does...

[@septemberstarlight9362]

been listening to this song on repeat with the rest of the album and twist at the end for weeks now. and god "my soul is in ashes, but metal won't burn" is the most metal line i've ever heard.

[@theangrygermanlad1328]

Heh metal

[@Idiotdragon8]

METAL🤘🤖

[@btchplease9758]

Nah, it just overheats.

[@thatman8562]

What about magnesium?

[@literallyfemboi]

It also explodes

[@josephperez2004]

Melts if it gets hot enough.

[@zombiemanjosh]

Everything burns if it gets hot enough.

[@VictorIV0310]

I’d win

[@dragonridertechnologies]

That "Raven in the updraft / I soar on borrowed wings" line in particular... excellent. I love the symbology there (admittedly the whole song's filled with it, but that was my favorite).

[@nyarlat2609]

*symbolism

[@specialoperatorlolbit8671]

@@nyarlat2609 Symbology is a word.

[@mothman8300]

Reminder folks, check the releases page in their youtube channel. The full albums get posted there and most songs never get a full video like this made for them. Tons of amazing music to be found.

[@Wyzai]

huh. Handy.

[@unformedeight]

I... I knew that... *nose grows*

[@Unformed8]

Damn it Aviators, why do you hate me? How am I supposed to try and wait for a sale with a banger like this ringing in my head?

[@jessicaberry5596]

I understand the economic market is rough, so I don't begrudge you your decision to wait for a sale, but if any game this year deserves full price it is Armoured Core. When you get it, you'll enjoy the heck out of it.

[@najlitarvan921]

Saw it on key sites for 45 euro

[@a-blivvy-yus]

@@najlitarvan921 Key sites like the ones which multiple developers have said they'd prefer you to pirate their games than buy from? Because... be careful which key sites you shop at. Most of them are scum enabling even worse scum and effectively operate as money laundering tools for credit card fraudsters more than game stores. Depending how the devs handle the problem, either the devs get burned, or the devs and the customers get burned.

[@VictorIV0310]

Must be a coral mutation in your head

[@LiterallyAWesternHognose]

​@@VictorIV0310Beg your pardon?

[@pandarosfaolanexcelsior3551]

How lucky am I? I come online on KZbin and first thing I see is "Aviators uploaded 53 seconds ago". I always look forward to any new song you create because they are truly unique. Metal Won't Burn is just another huge banger. Keep up that good work!

[@leonardgodina2933]

Exactly 💯 I agree with you 💓 my heart beats to his uniqueness and flow of music and Metal Won't Burn has done the same thing!!🎶.

[@bladeraptor1]

For me it's 36 minutes but yes it's always a good day when aviators posts a song

[@tenocha-kun]

Congratulations! :D

[@RockylarsYT]

The song isn't new though, its been out for a while now

[@TotallyGlitch]

We are blessed

[@LucifersAngel-mu4mw]

"Metal won't burn" Malevelon Creek would beg to differ!..Wait wrong dystopia.

[@--Cat--]

It is criminal that AC6 was only nominated for Best Action, and it probably won't win over High Fi Rush. Thank you for doing this wonderful game justice Aviators. I adored the song as always, and I can't wait to see what you do next!

[@venom0825]

People actually take gaming awards seriously?

[@RoulicisThe]

To be fair, High Fi Rush is also a very good game, just not the same kind as Amored Core

[@LordnotsirTav]

Because they nerfed melee attacks. Without dual-wielding I can't even play it like I've played every other AC game. So I'm waiting until mods for dual wielding comes out.

[@spamhere1123]

Game Awards are self-fellating parties for those who pay for the privilege to be there, no better than the tainted, inbred den of fartsniffers at the Academy Awards, Golden Globes, etc. To be ignored. Not even worth the energy to hate.

[@Xentonic1]

I'm here from the future. I have good news!

[@shadowking981]

I love how this songs builds on the video, with all the slow bits showing how depressing the world is and when the chorus hits shows 621 fighting and doing jobs. Really sounds like this was the song that 621 sings while on rest and the chorus is when he has to be Walter’s hound

[@azathothsscarecrow3938]

To soar beyond the crimson skies on borrowed wings Into the future humankind have no eyes to see May a Raven soul guide us true Into a fate he sought to choose Alea Iacta Est Thank you, Aviators, for this wonderful new piece. A truly masterful anthem for a story we all treasure.

[@spirecreator2888]

Your music is my inspiration for many of the things I have created. You give me drive through your music. I was stalled on writing a D&D session based in a cyberpunk setting using some of the armored core concepts in my campaign when, out of left field you released this song. as soon as I heard it, I got the inspiration I needed to finish writing the session. And this isn't the only time you have given me the inspiration I needed. I learned how to use blender while listening to "code breaker" and "signed on for a sequel" because I had an image in my head I needed to get out. I always look forward to your music and look forward to what the future will hold.

[@Year_of_the_Dell]

Late but how did it shake out? Always curious on stuff like this

[@fiercedeity9955]

Damn. The lyrical cover of Sealed Vessel by Man on the Internet feels tragic. Gut-wrenching even. But this. This just feels so bleak. I don't know the story behind it, but it just feels like there isn't any anger. There isn't any hope. There isn't anything. Just a broken acceptance of circumstance from someone who either is too tired to fight it anymore or never knew to fight it in the first place. The melancholy and emptiness are so powerful. Good job.

[@BlackEpyon]

Welcome to the "dying world" genre. Pretty much every FromSoft game, really.

[@XonixDerps]

In a sense 621 or "Raven" is one of the few who get a choice to chill out in a sort.of happy end so to speak. So not all.bleak? Still bleak though.

[@AunicaAnimations]

Honestly you're so much better than 90% of artists now. Heavily underrated.

[@otakufreak2617]

Aviators and miracle of sound r 2 of best music artists I've ever known. Every single song each one makes is top quality

[@czarnywilk6536]

true ture

[@Unformed8]

So say we all

[@CreatorParaversian]

I completely agree with you... I am on a quest to find people who would eventually know Aviators. But I am surprised that even the FNaF lovers don't even know Avi's songs... It's so shockingly strange... Such a quality, but so underrated...

[@Unformed8]

@@CreatorParaversian If he'd be able to do a collab with someone like Stupendium he'd get a lot more eyes on him, it's how most youtube artist get more attention, collaborative effort

[@brotherlorcalthetheloyalis4928]

Such an amazing Game. It’ll be Game of the Year in my heart

[@kennethgrey7829]

Recently been on a binge of nothing but your music again. And boy do your songs never seem to get old.

[@oktena]

agreed

[@omnipotentpumpkin9755]

Double agreed

[@DreadedVsg]

Triple agreed

[@szalyn8849]

Quadro agreed

[@almightyace3581]

LETS GO AN ARMORED CORE SONG I just noticed that how you do things release the album on Spotify n then slowly release music videos of said song really gets me to appreciate them more and shows me the inspiration i love it your a genius

[@mothman8300]

You can also find the full album on the releases page of their KZbin channel

[@Argusthecat]

Okay, I understand that some of you know about metals. But do any of you know about METAPHORS?

[@Argusthecat]

"Under certain high temperature conditions, it is theoretically possible for pedantic chemistry nerd to gain the ability to perform literary analysis. However briefly."

[@arat9904]

I LOVE YOU AVIATORS!!!!

[@jordanzoaretz]

Aviators you probably won't see this but if you do i just want you to know that your songs help me so much with dealing with life, thank you for always making more amazing songs

[@constantine7249]

"An alloyed extention on invisible hands" line originally made me think this will be another Elden Ring song. You never cease to impress, Aviators. Thank you for your work =)

[@mchooveshoofman7314]

This has been a song I have waited for so long to get a music video and damn is this paying off! I haven't finished the video, but I have been listening to the song on Spotify and it was an absolute banger - both as a song and as a tribute to one of my favourite games of the year! It truly captures what AC6 presents to the player, and Aviators knows how to recreate the ambience and tonality of the FromSoft games and turn it into song. With so many other great games from this year, some of which I still have yet to play like Lies of P, having songs tributing to these fantastic forms of media is what makes me so happy! Aviators is a person who can write some absolute fantastic songs which can be amazing standalone whilst also dedicated to a chosen game franchise

[@thecrimsoncommando3875]

2:53 to the end of the bridge is the best part of the song, and the music video for that sequence did not disappoint! A damn good closing song to one of your best albums yet.

[@fardshidder]

"Burn away reminders I am flesh no more" 🔥 WE BURNING RUBICON WITH THIS ONE 🗣📢🔥

[@olivier5251]

I like how armored core manages to make everything look so grimey

[@user-gr9un8ni3i]

Metal won't burn Thermite: - Am i a joke to you?

[@jenovazincorporated2958]

A somber song for a badass and somber game. Keep up the amazing work. Playing this while playing Armored Core 6 gives me such a Adrenaline rush. Thats all that can be said

[@enricopaolocoronado2511]

Metal may not burn but this song is pure fire burning away the doubt. Amazing song, truly fitting for our Ravens new and old.

[@daemonflayer]

The sequence of lines starting with "I am flesh no more" ("So we all burn what came before", "For what the future has in store") all rhyme with armored core, and it would fit in that sequence. Whether intentional or not, the fact that it isn't said makes it feel even more present.

[@BaronofSouls]

I love this song, one of my favorites on the album, it makes me sad, but uplifts me at the same time, and even though it was last minute, i still love it, the atmosphere is just so perfect, keep making wonderful music Avi, I have loved seeing how much you have grown as a musician over the years, this album is probably one of my favorites.

[@RealmKast]

Oh man, I really have been looking forward to an Armored Core song from you! This is beautiful!

[@alexstone4236]

Been waiting for an Armored Core song, and it doesn't disappoint! Love y'alls music, and hope yall keep making more!

[@vampireforhire18]

I genuinely touched by this piece of music, like much of your works honestly

[@raymondmacdonald2464]

16 Seconds in and I already Love it, your Music always re-ignites my Creative mind, some of your Music I've used for battle tracks in my DnD Games, and one was the basis of a Campaign of mine, Keep up the great work man.

[@tighlia3375]

Amazing as always, Aviators. Always a pleasure to listen and see an upload from you!

[@SnekkerNoodle]

Since I've listened to this for the first time on Spotify I've been eagerly waiting for the lyrics video release! I'm so glad it is finally here! :)

[@ColonelEviscerator]

Metal won't burn, but have you heard of thermite?

[@ThomasKingGaming]

another classic aviators ending track! loved the composition and etherealness on this one. to my surprised, actually ended up being one of my favorites from Halfwolf!

[@battledroid-hk9rr]

WOOOOOOO! I love your music Aviators! And I loved Armored Core 6 so much! Thank you for continuing to make such amazing music. I've been a fan for years now, and I love almost all your music please keep spoiling us with your talent!

[@Pamhakat]

The irony (heh) in the song's title (there are many metals which burn, quite hotly)

[@errorcringyname4044]

Always hype to hop on and see one of your songs drop.

[@onlyastaronlythesea]

Thank you for putting the lyrics on the screen. ❤

[@Jmarron529]

Another banger, Aviators don't miss.

[@1993rnicholson]

Whoo another great song, glad to see you more active

[@SuperSeriouslyJoking]

The algorithm has blessed me today and brought me to discover your music. I love it.

[@tomleeroy5847]

Great video and song. I just finished my first play through yesterday and this song makes me wanna pick up the controller for round 2 and play this song on a loop

[@Tigersight0]

omg I can't believe I randomly found this posted like 20 minutes ago while randomly scrolling youtube. This song is so good! It just *feels* like armored core 6.

[@garfilor]

An amazing song from an amazing artist!

[@VTimmoni]

There is a reason you are my number one artist on Spotify two years in a row.

[@Ven7177]

Literally tried to look it up on iTunes until I read the description. Hope it comes soon! Really banger song 🤘

[@dzetaredfang7352]

This has been my favourite song from the album. It’s really really good

[@AlicornRadio]

that was totally wicked... great banger, wonderful lyrics... good to hear your still making music, always waiting for more

[@dialNforNinja]

FOOF-sempai just wants you to know, "EVERYTHING burns."

[@mattwcook9127]

Man, I was SO hoping you or Miracle of Sound would make a song on this game! Favorite game to come out since Bloodborne, FS or otherwise

[@MorsCanis]

You never disappoint. Thank you for another amazing song.

[@user-xd2lg1uo6y]

God damn, i won't sleep listening to this with a lyrics video... I spent a lot time listening for it even without the video, it's a masterpiece... Keep it up aviators, you are the best!

[@Springtrap11556]

I love the lyrics. I'm constantly being reminded of your old Dark Souls songs. (Probably because of how often Fire and Burning comes up in Dark Souls and this song.)

[@Oriansenshi]

I keep coming back to this song. I can't escape it. It plays in the back of my brain. No matter what else I am doing, I always find my way back to this song. I love Armored Core and mecha games as a genre, but I haven't had the funds to get Armored Core 6 yet still, this song speaks to my soul.

[@mileselon1339]

Hell yeah! This was amazing. Thanks for making this guys

[@michaelafton2494]

Hey aviators i just want to say something your new profile picture is amazing and tym for the amazing music you give us for the past 12 year's ❤

[@TaosoftheVoid]

I was wondering if there would be an Armored Core song and boy am I eating well tonight! Fantastic song! Gonna be on repeat for awhile!

[@user-zs4ej3ll8q]

The best song from the album!

[@HumbleFoxGaming]

been on repeat for i dont know how long now. im 200% hooked

[@kessler1476]

I thought Victorious was going to be the next upload, but this still hits hard!

[@yero6928]

i was so excited for this song im glad to you made a armourd core 6 song that game was amazing and rusty was a great highlight of the game

[@HumanAnalyst257]

Metal is actually very flammable, when it burns it is a pain in the ass to put out.

[@SutasSjet]

True but if the line distracts you too much just think of it as "Mettle won't burn" and the idea behind the line won't change too much.

[@athanatosfallenstar5483]

love all your music man its so good!!!!!!

[@blastshooter8791]

This was just 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥. And Thank you for giving another song to add to my playlist as their lack of AC6 Fan songs!!!! As this song feels like Armor Core 6!!!!!

[@WisdomThumbs]

This bro makes montages with his own original songs, and they slap. This one *especially* excites me. The wordplay is sublime.

[@welcometomyhell1135]

God this is great, at this rate I hope Victorius comes out soon, I can't wait. But as always amazing work!!

[@hinkelstein244]

A great song for a great game

[@vali.s5109]

I'm still waiting for a hard rock or heavy metal song about armored core, considering how action packed the game is I think such song is possible :3 this one has a particular touch I like, it's based on the feelings of 612 (possibly), I love it.

[@arozin6773]

Me too

[@thealliedpowers]

literally any of USUDA's popular covers

[@arozin6773]

@@thealliedpowersI checked out his channel and got to say I like his Mechanized Memories Remix.

[@sethlinker2905]

Your song got me to get this game. After research of course.

[@sheodagana2863]

Definitely captures the quietly burning passion I feel when playing these games!

[@Dohoar]

Goosebumps from hearing the text for the first time - this is a new level.

[@DewoftheDutch]

Another banger as always, keep on rocking!

[@hulfe2514]

YOOO, I always get so excited when I see you upload music.. I recently discovered some of your old music, after getting into the MLP fandom, and have since then been enjoying basically ALL of your songs! Great song as always, can't wait to finish listening :D

[@not-so-british-brit9752]

Hell yeah, been waiting for a song for this game

[@johnarntzen8945]

This captures the grim atmosphere of AC6 so well. Kudos!

[@otakufreak2617]

Aviators never disappoints. God damn this is beautiful

[@Huntersky2105]

Holy shit, I can't believe this. One of my favorite musicians making a song for one of my favorite games. It's a dream come true.

[@ShadowEval]

I BEG OF YOU!!! PLEASE MAKE A LIES OF P SONG NEXT, IVE BEEN SEARCHING EVERYWHERE AND I CANT FIND ANY UR MY FAVOURITE MUSIC ARTIST

[@Robin_Hood05]

Favorite Aviators song to date, and I've been on this train since the beginning. Holy shit.

[@jabololxd2.037]

¿Is it only me or the final section of this masterpiece remembers to "Fading Light"?

[@corruptedmineral]

I WAS WAITING FOR THIS, HELL YEAH BROTHER

[@tonic9914]

My Bad Cook flamethrower says otherwise

[@foxgamer_6487]

What better than see a new absolutely banger release!

[@michaelsobolev7800]

Actually, as a Rimworld player, I can confirm that metal is surprisingly flammable.

[@PeregrineBF]

With sufficiently strong oxidizers (or just with sufficient surface area in air, e.g. steel wool) metals burn handily. Putting metal fires out is actually quite difficult!

[@YourLocalEldritchHorror]

​@@PeregrineBFflaming sword?

[@PeregrineBF]

@@YourLocalEldritchHorror If you don't want the sword to exist for very long, and want it to be more dangerous to the wielder than most anyone else, sure, douse your sword in white fuming nitric acid!

[@HerpicussCosplay2]

A aviators song about my favourite 2023 release? YES please!

[@leonardgodina2933]

No lie I was thinking about this song early in the morning lol and man this music video is so so good! I love the vocals what a great way to end the HalfWolf Album!! Bravo 👏 👏Avi!!!! ❤ going out with a BANG!💥🎵💥

[@onlyastaronlythesea]

Posted 1 minute ago? I've never been quicker to a video than this!

[@elishaberry611]

Boy howdy, does this slap hard! Well done.

[@reconab12]

God Damn this song is good! I know I am a bit late but still. I really wouldn't mind hearing some more Armored Core 6-themed original songs done by you, because this song Absolutely sounds like it belongs in the game

[@DragonaxFilms]

Despite all your other Fromsoft songs, for some reason I didn't consider that you'd make one about ACVI. Glad that I was wrong 👍

[@ditchwch4941]

love every bit of this

[@TheDenofBadgers]

This went HARD, love it~!

[@marcometra10]

This is one of the best Gundam songs I have ever heard! Amazing work!

[@thiccthighssavelives5866]

I am offend by but admire how confidently incorrect you are

[@svenabel2987]

Since AC 6 was the first Fromsoft game I actively followed I have been anticipating a song for weeks now, and its finally here :DD

[@BG_Rico]

I've been a Raven since 1997 and this is the most Armored Core thing I have ever heard.