Baldur's Gate 3 OST - I Want to Live (Instrumental)

[@borislav_slavov]

Dear All, I am excited to share the Song version of this composition! I hope you enjoy it as much as the instrumental one - kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2bSh42gqdJnj7s

[@edwardbaker1451]

An amazing piece. I love both of them. Thank you for your brilliant work!

[@RustlnPeace.]

You sir, are one of the most talented composers of today! Love all your work!

[@solmithras7527]

How does it feel to make thousands of people cry with joy with your work? Sir, I think you won life.

[@hal64738]

Thank you Borislav 🎉

[@pimspekreyse4584]

Mister Borislav do you know where i can find the version with the flute in it? It's not on the OST but in the game nevertheless. Big fan and thanks!!

[@SavageDragon999]

"What's on your mind?" "Hey, soldier!" "I was hoping you'd come to chat. What do you need?"

[@Zaxares]

"Well met." "Ah, my favourite travelling companion." "Speak."

[@Acoustical12]

the nostalgia of something ive never experienced is very strong in this song

[@killgriffinnow]

That's because the notes being used are the "Minor Pentatonic Scale". There is something extremely strange about them, and I for the life of me cannot even fathom what could be going on with them...

[@Husky92223]

Anemoia

[@lavishlyvice]

It makes me nostalgic for the Act 1 camp. The beginning of a new adventure, the forming of new friendships and romance. Nothing like it

[@Doomsdeath17]

Deja entendu, literally en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deja_entendu

[@hollydillion1315]

Crazy how this is already nostalgia and I just picked up this game a couple months ago.

[@LittleGreenBag98]

I feel like, besides all the violence and cruelty of BG3 world, these melodies and the atmosphere makes the player feel like there's magic in the air, a neverending hope and beautifulness that can never be defeated. (A part of me feels the same about our world)

[@jonneha7]

❤

[@Phenris]

So you might say that "there's magic keeping this chest sealed" and you may also say that you can feel its aura? only true Baldur's Gate 3 character creation goblins will understand this, I'm sorry to any sane people reading this

[@wickedvikingart]

Feeling's mutual; earth needs to step it up 😂

[@MaCome4631]

Hello, thank you for sharing part of your purity with us

[@Eastcyning]

"There, peeping among the cloud-wrack above a dark tor high up in the mountains, Sam saw a white star twinkle for a while. The beauty of it smote his heart, as he looked up out of the forsaken land, and hope returned to him. For like a shaft, clear and cold, the thought pierced him that in the end the Shadow was only a small and passing thing: there was light and high beauty for ever beyond its reach." J.R.R. Tolkien, The Return of the King

[@xxmusicplease]

Fantastic love theme. It's so tragically romantic. Because whoever your Tav ships, it's a struggle fighting to piece your companion whole again. For me, it was heart wrenching trying to convince Gale that he is worthy of living and after, worthy of love just as he is. A mortal. "I love you for the man you are. Not the god you'd pretend to be" "You put the stars to shame" 😭😭😭😭😭♥️♥️♥️

[@fangykesshai5211]

That music does remind me of all those quiet, magical nights with Gale, just chatting away, making sure he knows he's worth not giving his life away.

[@georgeleonidis4322]

I listen to your music during d&d sessions, while i sleep, or just daydream when i am outside. This is magic. Thank you very much for this dreamy music.

[@bobert2999]

My sessions too!

[@datguy6101]

You rolled a nat 20 when making this

[@alexbradley3827]

I spent so damn long in Act III that hearing this song again is like a refreshing sip of a mountain spring

[@lurkerinthedarkness]

This is not an intrusive reminder of your obligation to do something with your life, it is an invation. An encouragement to just give life a try and find beauty.

[@crowbard]

I know you probably won't see this and this was just a casual comment but it's making me think about life in a new way. Thank you.

[@lurkerinthedarkness]

@@crowbard YT made sure I do, and I'm very happy my little late night musings helped someone. Godspeed!

[@failingsystemdeeplore9636]

Do not let your inner child die. Remember to see the beauty

[@GhostlordGames]

Best song in BG3, I've listened to it on repeat idk how many times

[@damdamfino]

I want a music box that plays this 😍

[@nabnab9]

Why?

[@Devious91]

​@@nabnab9late , but I think they meant ,in real life

[@nabnab9]

@@Devious91 Damn yeah 2y since ⏩

[@Cherrycherrylady1479]

There is a few music boxes in the game that play this!!

[@CJMattis]

I could cry listening to this. I feel such a poignant amount of nostalgia, like the fading glimmer of those emotions I felt as a child, that I haven’t felt since. Somber and happy, warm and cozy all at once. It reminds me of when the world felt young and new and mysterious. Thank You Larion for taking us on an adventure, and letting me feel. I too, want to live ❤

[@justlue9757]

The title and the music... both go under my skin. I lost a dear friend and cherished dm of a long dnd campaign a couple of days ago. It makes me think of the many hours of joy and wonder we shared. He would've loved to listen to this.

[@lurkerinthedarkness]

As slong as you remember them, they won't be truly gone.

[@theethereal188]

I'm sure they'd be very proud of you, even now. I've a friend who I know would be similar, folks like them are worth it.

[@tydeuskero7295]

I spent 3 years of Early Access listening this song in every long rest!

[@snramadhan]

Early Access finally paid off,, what a game

[@Incoherent-excitement]

I've adored this music since I heard it while playing early access so many times and Astarion is my absolute favourite character (he's amazing). Now I find out it's Astarion's official theme, it all makes sense. 😂

[@arasaka3007]

This song makes me cry

[@erenes]

I can't wait to play the full game with such an atmospheric soundtrack! Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@cemkesici2020]

I hope you enjoy it =)

[@scottski02]

Reporting from the future: it's freaking great

[@radiantblog]

I just have to leave another comment, I hope you read this one too. When I played Dragon Age orgin I thought this was the most beautiful song ever during a romance, then I played Witcher 3 and thought the song for Yennfer and Geralt was the most beautiful. But now? It's this music. I hear Gale. I hear Astarion. I hear them all. Every note tells of them. Thank you.

[@mirkomelotto2765]

"You cant do better than Dos2 Rivellon soundtrack." Borislav Slavov:"hold my beer". This Is Just perfection.

[@Wimikk]

The main motif from DOS2 is still my favourite, but I think the other songs (like this one) are better in BG3

[@Synthia17]

Hearing this track makes me tear up and I don't know why, absolutely beautiful.

[@m22d889]

Okay but why does this music make me so sad and want to cry? Like a beautiful dream is shattering? Like paradise is falling and ripping off at the seams? There is hope in this music but also dread. I feel love but yet I feel it fleeting, as if not meant to last. An illusion but a beautiful one.

[@jackychen6261]

Everyone thinks of Astarion with this song, but for me its Shadowheart. All the moments when she opens up to the player and makes herself vulnerable because she trusts you, this song seems to play. The melody really fits as Shadowheart tells you of her suffering and pain…

[@styx971]

its the same for him honestly if you romance him , its so deep , they're very similar chracters honestly

[@tahirravat131]

For me this is camp music. Solemn and heartfelt as the connections I form with my party at night around the campfire. This song defines the Bg3 experience for me. Crazy how impactful music can be.

[@damienjohnson3450]

If you guy's complete his storyline and listen to the version that has lyrics, you will understand why people think it's for Astarion.

[@Chokoboh]

​​​@@styx971 Well, no. Astarion is never sorry for any wrong things he does. He may be charming, but he's still evil at heart. He literally kills you by biting and no matter what you do, you won't get a heartfelt apologize from him, just some hollow phrases is the best he can manage if you force it. Shadowheart on the other hand is tainted by Shars teachings, but she wants to do the good thing. On the surface maybe similar to you, but fundamentally different in fact.

[@moth7579]

@@damienjohnson3450 It's kinda a song of everyone. Cause they all are victims of their cruel twisted masters

[@WynneL]

I mean this in the best and most complimentary possible way: This is such a perfect successor to the old Baldur's Gate musical style, giving me the same feeling as exploring the Cloakwood or the Sword Coast. It's like the series has come to life again with a bigger budget than ever before. Larian is truly taking pains to find just the right talent to make it live again, because I hear this and I feel like my childhood just grew up.

[@Incoherent-excitement]

I know this is called I Want To Live, but this is so beautifully relaxing I can’t help but think of it as Astarion’s Lullaby.

[@hiraku536]

And the official lyrics still fits, "I feel your breath upon my neck"

[@xxmusicplease]

For me it's the weave trip to Waterdeep with Gale 😭❤️

[@RememberingStars023]

Interesting, I’ve actually associated the song with Karlach. (Then again I only played the game when it came out in full and not the Early Access, where I’ve been led to believe Karlach was less of a major player/wasn’t part of the game.)

[@klym8_]

its literally the camp music

[@nayauru]

Astarion's Lullaby, perfection. ❤

[@7spidersofhh]

the first time i heard this was in early release it went by mostly unnoticed. im not sure when but at some point of doing act 1 for the millionth time at 3am, sorting my bags and it just.... hit me. the bottom fell out and i had to just take a moment to absorb the beauty. and step out of the pool of goblin blood. instant classic for years to come, this game.

[@stevehuskey1758]

This will go down in history as THE balders gate 3 song.

[@janetwyning8661]

These were both beautiful, I loved them both. The young woman had such a lovely voice, and beautiful eyes. The landscape was also very moving. The combination of mountains, forests and rivers were special, out of this world.

[@HighlightHeroesTV]

This game changed my life forever. And so did this song!

[@DomyTheMad420]

I'll never get over how the first time i heard this song i thought "wow. I don't even know the lyrics but this feels like the sad yet hopeful song of someone who... i don't know... wants to live? i don't know it's just a feeling?" then i found the title and lyrics :) great work mate!

[@StickyBuns1390]

This song is so beautiful. The BG3 soundtrack is amazing!

[@jbd1800]

The Camp music has been my favorite so far, and this just makes it even better. Truly beautiful music, thank you.

[@Nyghtgirl27]

Newest patch made me love the game even more. Really looking forward to the final product!

[@windfishletusdream]

This blew me away, what a fantastic composition...

[@Mattsprague]

This game and music helped me in my darkest moment

[@KingSargaroth]

This is the kind of music that brings a tear in your eye... Makes you travel...

[@Mathilde_Moksha_333]

This is THE song, for Me, when I am down in the dumps, all hopes shattered, and all that's left to Me is that I want to Live, through it all ♥️

[@MalakiaLaGattaNera]

Such a delicate, relaxing sound with a hint of mystery and danger yet to come... perfect ;)

[@DracoRunz]

This is definitely the video you put on late at night, after the chaos of the day's behind you, and you just get to sit there and... reflect.

[@Supernova094]

Another masterpiece.

[@shad3115]

I loved whenever this song played during the game. Most of the time it was taking a break from all the action and Absolute stuff and just adventuring, learning about the world and your companions and

[@cptnhero6116]

the sound is so simple, yet it touches my heart somehow

[@ilidari1955]

Now this is a work of art. I don't have much things goin well my life but I'm truly glad that I had the pleasure to experience Baldur's gate 3 and this song....cheers to you

[@FBWL-u1r]

Thank goodness! I had saved the first version in one of my personal youtube playlists and was a bit sad when it suddenly seemed to have gone offline. Great to see that it's been re-uploaded :)

[@tutekstarkiller827]

It was not. Its dieferent.

[@SailorMiMi770]

I think I've been playing Baldur's Gate too much, this is the second time this week that I've woken up with this song in my head. I think I might be dreaming about it lol

[@yenlabuda9289]

I like your music very much. The DOS2 OST is still one of my favourite fantasy soundtracks proudly sitting next to Witcher 3 OST. I grew up with BG and BG2 and these games basically formed me as a person who enjoys the fantasy genre and still, even almost two decades later, I can still feel the vibes and old memories. And that's the reason I was quite nervous about BG3 OST because for me music is a huge part of the whole experience (I'm very sensitive in this regard) and I must say, Mr Slavov, you did a hell of a good job. To put it more vaguely but also easier to understand - your music has a soul. It's easily recognizable and I feel like I want to be in that fantasy world for a little more time every time I listen to it. I'm looking forward to seeing the BG3 OST on Spotify!

[@Shockzort]

The visual beauty of nature in this video conjoins with the audial experience so beautifully. Thank you, the Authors

[@NormalBlueKangaroo]

I step back from my computer, unable to see my screen through tears. Hours with this song on repeat writing through one of the most impactful scenes I've written in any book. From artist to artist, thank you.

[@bigburd875]

I love to play this song quietly while im stargazing or looking at the moon, makes me feel at peace and forget my stress

[@mint21082]

3:05 gets me every time

[@Taliesin_]

It feels *so* sincere. One of those moments in music you hear more with your heart than your ears.

[@tonjel1326]

It’s so nice when someone understands and appreciates exactly how a certain few chords of a song can make you feel

[@Aarontheman-5567]

0:12 gets me everytime

[@kieranmiles5883]

This is absolutely sublime! You deserve to be up there with the likes of Jeremy Soule when it comes to video game compositions 🥰

[@virtualdream_]

This became one of those melodies that remind me of the game. Thanks so much for this. You're very talented

[@Cherrycherrylady1479]

This song is so cozy and safe.

[@nitasu987]

I am OBSESSED with this song so much

[@ichi_san]

This is so touching, the beautiful music with those incredibly rendered and mastered backgrounds.. such a calming experience.

[@Fang-gp6ne]

The game literally just came out, but the soundtrack makes me feel nostalgic and emotional for some reason. It's a weird sensation to say the least.

[@hanichuuu]

lyrics: I feel your breath upon my neck A soft caress as cold as death I didn't know you well back then I blame it all on luck and bane Your blood like wine I wanted in But darling, get me drunk and make me feel It's not my fault I'm not to blame These ain't my sins I broke my chains There's more to do And I still want to live. I feel your breath Upon my neck A soft caress As cold as death I feel your heart Beat in my soul Our futures bound Our bodies known Your blood like wine I wanted in Oh darling get me drunk and bite me It's not my fault I'm not to blame These ain't my sins I broke my chains There's more to do If I can only live I can't go yet Don't let me die I'll never stop Until I'm done But just tonight Maybe I'll rest in peace I feel your breath Upon my neck A soft caress As cold as death I hear your heart Beat in my soul Our endings bound Our bodies known I can't go yet Don't let me die I want to live My only one There's more to do If we can only live The clock won't stop And this is what we get

[@DragonflyUK1907]

I've played games for years and heard alot of great sound tracks ,I'm not even a fan of general music really but occasionally a piece of music comes my way that just makes me feel something . And this music does that, for me it's the single most memorable bit of music I've heard in decades, truly beautiful. And what a game BTW, masterpiece.

[@MuttonTheDragon]

How does a song feel like one is somber because they know they are doomed, yet feel so full of hope?

[@lunaredgrave]

My cat for some reason loves listening to piano music. She just curls up and sleeps whenever she hears a piano. So I just open this before bedtime and we both sleep to it. It's so beautiful. ❤ You're an amazing composer and I've been a fan since Divinity. but I feel like Baldur's Gate 3 soundtracks will be your masterpiece.

[@Lizardwizard55]

I can’t explain why but I want to cry

[@frajudo]

Well. I am back. Do you know, how IMPACTFUL your music is? I really cried when I heard "Divines Lamet", but all of your songs are so moving in their own way. I keep waiting for more, friend :)

[@Foretelling]

This game makes me feel in so many ways

[@tonac13]

You Sir, are delivering some masterful art to this world. So happy to lived through Your music in DoS2 and now BG3. Don't stop, ever.

[@a.szpadel3645]

I love delicate choir in this music. And piano.... Beautiful melody.

[@TakTrack]

This is the theme of the game. Love.

[@ioannaleni2758]

We do not deserve this piece of art. This is beyond anything I have heard before. I am pretty sure everyone has thanked and congratulated you as I will. But the most important thing is that you did it. You gave this music to us. You created this perfection and I am proud of it.

[@Forevermoonlighte]

The background strings are so good, and they’re just the right level of in the back to help the piano lure me into the soundscape. These pieces are amazing. ❤️

[@KicK3r]

Big congratulations on the BAFTA award mr Slavov, deserved. :)

[@nukritus_]

So calming, and at same time sad and hopeful, thanks for wonderful soundtracks. Can listen to this for hours.

[@buraksimsek5614]

I really can not comprehend , how da hell in this sh.t world you can create so pure angelic music. Thank you for efforts Borislav.

[@MrTarakanisher]

Impressive visuals and outstanding sound. Got it on loop for about an hour.

[@ThomasHowell-yd4gs]

After spending a whole afternoon slaying goblins, getting Shadowheart to open up, and then finally making it back to camp this comes over the speakers... a real sense of release, calm, and peace. Boris, you smashed it with the soundtrack. Looking forward to the next masterpiece.

[@marconeves1979]

Fantastic. Keep 'em coming, Sir Bobby! You've been highly inspired ever since you started BG 3. Loving this!

[@DauntlessChaos]

I tear up every time I listen to this now. Man... amazing stuff.

[@amnothere1234]

Ah god this is just fantastic.

[@danicr01]

My favourite song from all the game, this one is the song that made me embrace the ambience of the characters, thanks for posting

[@cindydubs9082]

thank you so much for making this happen. This changed me as a person although it sounds unrealistic to say, but this changed how i think and act, to be calmer

[@marcoz2179]

Here, now, i found this masterpiece, this is magical BG3 ❤

[@trakzerak735]

I am proud that i am from the land where you also are! 🇧🇬 Отлична работа!

[@1doobiedoo]

Indescribably beautiful. I have never had a video game encapsulate so much emotional depth and I fear I never will again. This is a masterpiece. History has been made before our very eyes.

[@thatscarletmoth]

Your music is what truly completes these games. Thank you for bringing these masterpieces into the world!

[@bigaj6901]

The game comes out in less than 12hrs and I can't sleep. As relaxing as this is, there's still a call to adventure lurking beneath it all. Damn you Bobby!! ❤

[@simpliar3959]

need this soundtrack on streaming services asap

[@Foretelling]

I love this track so much

[@mlj3347]

This song always moves me to tears. It conveys so much somber beauty.

[@tirnfael4342]

I listen to this music when I want to be calm and also when I write my notes in my book for my adventures at D&D ❤️ Thanks a lot for this masterpiece 🙏

[@YsuVal]

I love it... I listen to it regularly when I want to focus, or maybe before I go to sleep, to calm my thoughts. I feel my eyes watering slowly, but these are good feelings... You manage to do this; you touch my heart and soul- every press at the keys of the piano feels refreshing. The vocals so soothing, and the violins feel so melancholic, to name a few instruments of course. I can picture myself staring at the open, starry sky whilst listening to this. Reminds me of home, when I visited my family's farm when I was a teenager-- there, the sky was clean and clear, no artificial lights concealed the beautiful milky way. Everything here simply melds together so well. Thank you for these feelings and memories.

[@biglord02]

Simply beautiful

[@xaviercastaneda8125]

can’t wait for this to be released to spotify!

[@dewainearfalas]

The album will be on the loop while the game is being downloaded. I plan to make even the downloading time part of the experience: soft and chill tracks from this album, dim lights, and a bottle of Glenkinchie to sip very slowly, all the while I am making a character sheet to plan all 12 levels beforehand. Gonna be one of the sweetest nights! Thank you so much for giving us such beauty to enjoy.

[@lizkatrin]

So beautiful...

[@Ginash.]

"Perfection".

[@frajudo]

Indeed

[@kiba8426]

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[@Muha1421]

I really love you and love your music. Thank you so much for the happiness you gave us ❤️🫂

[@spaceshark9999]

This games soundtrack is up there with lord of the rings, star wars and skyrim.

[@Aarontheman-5567]

And Oblivion too

[@Cyb3rHusky]

2nd reupload and I still love it

[@CyberJedi1]

Perfect! This is my favorite track along with "Who do you dream of? (Dream Song 03)".

[@Vyserian90]

If Baldur's Gate III isn't going to win the GOTY I'll be really, really upset. Thanks for creating this masterpiece of a OST, Mr. Slavov ❤️

[@ks2033tv]

Love this tone so much, fits what the characters are going threw so well. Its a fantastic music to play in the background for all the cut scenes at camp. It particular hit hard during some of the Tav scenes and the Astarion scenes.

[@lavendermist1433]

This song always cheers me up in a peaceful way 💙