Street Fighter 6 Ken's Theme - Spirit of the Flame

Don't expect him to be a pushover. 🎵
Listen to Ken's Theme from #StreetFighter6, which reflects his drive to clear his name and to keep his family from harm.
Twitter: / streetfighter
Instagram: / streetfightergame
Facebook: / streetfighter
Twitch: / capcomfighters
Discord: / discord
©CAPCOM CO., LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

[@flamix2418]

"I used to be a street fighter Ryu.. but now the streets are fighting me."

[@user-tzzglsstle585e38]

Not actually inaccurate even now lol

[@ElectricalFlare7201]

Perfect explanation lool

[@TheDancerMacabre]

I'm kinda bummed out Capcom didn't just go into the "Divorced Ken" meme. (Since most everything else was confirmed when it came to roster) The outpouring of support and relatability for a fictional character was amazing

[@spongeman3090]

Kid named Street:

[@whiz1233]

damn it, I was gonna just comment that...

[@k-vandan4289]

I used this song as Alarm and every morning I do wake up DP.

[@realchezboi]

I hope your upstairs neighbours are okay

[@HypnoSwag]

It's just a total reversal. Now Ryu is at peace, and Ken is fighting his demons. So to speak.

[@Kpsla]

The curse of a Foil. Ryu and Ken can only have so much common ground, when one succeeds, the other must fail, narratively speaking, else the line between them becomes blurred and it becomes harder to compare them to each other.

[@GwieE]

i assume violent ken could be comming in the future, he would fit into this game

[@fapnoob]

@@GwieE Yeah we had Evil Ryu many times, its time for Violent Ken to be the alt form character.

[@jinjeredge]

@@Kpsla I like your beanie pfp

[@icannotthinkofaname6248]

@@fapnoob he very definitely doesnt seem to be heading that way tho, hes still determined and staying fairly positive, plus his name is already cleared directly said in his arcade story

[@k.u.5798]

Old theme showed Ken as a pretty boy hot shot that played to win. This theme tells the story of a true hero that's going through a dark period, but with a fire that will never go out. It's terrific, really shows how Ken has matured over the years.

[@Bob-ge8qd]

I can't say if he "matured", since his reaction to this situation feels very in-line with his character. He's still showing off and making quips in gameplay, but we know something's not right with his life in the story. There's great room for development here, and however the events of this game unfold, I feel like it will definetly change his character in significant ways for future street fighter games.

[@Hazel_TheOne]

I’m just hoping the character dialogue in this game’s story mode is better than the dialogue in sfv, that’s all I want

[@reclaimerofmychair]

It sounds like the same spirit of his fire stayed burning and is burning even stronger now that he has to fight for himself and his family. It seems like something like this would cripple most people like Cody who took it rough when he got framed, but unlike Cody, it feels like Ken is looking at this as his new mission besides fighting with Ryu for himself to be a better fighter, thinking of this as fighting the circumstances of his situation for himself and his family to emerge a stronger man than he's ever been.

[@ShaneDouglas713]

Yup

[@ShaneDouglas713]

@@Hazel_TheOne I'm sure it will be

[@obololegal]

Can't wait to hear this some 80 times throughout the early tiers of ranked

[@jellofan1578]

wanting to bash my head in after getting jump kick -> throw/sweep mix-up for the 8th time

[@FutureSanik]

@@jellofan1578 How are you getting hit by sweep may i ask

[@vegas3352]

@@jellofan1578 Use your anti-air options

[@VoidEternal]

It does have that "Up and comer" energy to it in the beginning doesn't it?

[@Jastake]

@@jellofan1578 after that many times and that many iterations of the game how have you not found a solution for the problem you know you can jump as soon as you block the kick right then you get a free combo for most characters or at least anti-air

[@sean8599]

This version of Ken's theme is so much more angrier. I love it. I also love that Ryu's and Ken's mood have "switched" with Ken dealing with a darkness (whether internal or external) and Ryu enjoying himself a lot more than before.

[@reclaimerofmychair]

Yeah, for me, it doesn't sound angry. it feels more... offensive like he's gotta be more vigilant than he's ever been. i get where you're coming from! Ryu and Ken are switching places. Nice observation. and ken's theme sounds like he's persisting despite the hardship, flames never dying out in the rain. sick as hell , man

[@dorkasaurus_rex]

Wow. Good observation. Didn't think of it that way.

[@bulthaosen1169]

Hmm I wouldn't say angry. I would say determined. His earlier themes were more fiery.

[@Aki-kh2qe-StreetKidZZZ]

​@@reclaimerofmychair I 100% agree, a bit tired and switching relentless offence with tactical offence

[@suparufflZ64]

Story wise i hope it brings the return of violent ken and Ryu trying to bring him back so the roles are reversed and signify their brotherly friendship

[@404Yaiba]

I like that you can kinda hear the determination in this theme reflecting Ken. Knowing he was framed for something he didn't do, he's trying to stay positive and be victorious.

[@ShaneDouglas713]

EXACTLY 💯

[@carmello000jp]

What was he framed. Ken masters is my favorite from day 1! Ladies man and lethal

[@404Yaiba]

@@carmello000jp Its in his character profile. Blamed for a criminal activity he didnt do. So he goes into hiding.

[@404Yaiba]

@noneya business No? read his character profile for 6. Cody was vindicated in 5.

[@PettingCatss]

yes that explains why I get a really strong Ace Attorney vibe!

[@w.a.b.g9938]

"Don't worry Ken.. In the end of your way you will definitely FIND YOUR FLAME"

[@susushieva.5297]

"Thank you Clive Rosfield from Final Fantasy sixteen"

[@bluehedgehog123]

Nice 👍

[@themasterfailure4748]

WILL THE WHOLE WORLD KNOW YOUR NAME 🗣️🗣️🔥🔥

[@Antonio-is2cn]

Find Your Flame from Sonic Frontiers definitely fits Ken/Ken's situation!

[@SirFlanKKKKKKKKKKKKK]

"It seems that the only one who can understand me... is myself." - Ken win quote SFVI

[@masontem7526]

Relatable

[@streetkombat6088]

@@SirFlanKKKKKKKKKKKKK Does it depend on who Ken beats, when it shows that win quote? I wanted to know that. I like that win quote either way.

[@SirFlanKKKKKKKKKKKKK]

@@streetkombat6088 KEN vs Ken fights only

[@streetkombat6088]

@@SirFlanKKKKKKKKKKKKK Thanks

[@flanker909]

Ken...my all time favorite character since I was 15! at 45 today and he is still the best and has the best theme, always has. Go Ken!

[@JpocalypseHD]

I’m trying him as my first go to as he’s great in learning how the game mechanics work 🤟

[@peterp7903]

Same here.....fave since i was 6 yr til 32 yrs now

[@TomBombFR]

Go ken? Gouken? That's a different character ;-P

[@SpaceCorgi08]

I was 5 and now I'm 33, lol.

[@MrKasugano]

Nah, Ken Masters best theme is arranged " Light Guardian " of SF ex+Alpha. Best OST of all the SF series. watch?v=J3cI6YEk_a8

[@cooppp]

The beginning gives off an air that Ken is going through a rough part of his life. He's older, disgraced, but still gotta fight. Then we hit 0:25 and it's almost like a flashback to what his life used to be like where he was a champion and on top of the world before going back to his current struggles. It goes back and forth with this idea until we hit 2:38 where the music almost tells him to keep fighting and being the hero he used to be. Nice musical storytelling

[@HonestMidsNero]

I used to wake up DP, Now I don't even want to wake up anymore.

[@ariq5258]

I give it up thats a good one

[@Zorxcalibur_]

Real af

[@landonhulett2119]

Ken's new theme has feels. He finds himself in a downward spiral after being framed for a crime he didn't commit. But unlike Cody, Ken remains optimistic and hopeful as he keeps his flames burning with passion, truth, and justice.

[@fiammaorsmth9840]

that's why he's the GOAT

[@Babamarcus2632]

Do you imagine if Cody returns in the game and then he tells Ken that he knows how he feels???

[@landonhulett2119]

@@Babamarcus2632 That would be a story worth putting in.

[@Babamarcus2632]

@@landonhulett2119 Damn right it is

[@AProblemOfficer]

It would be worth it just to have Cody back

[@blazusyt3056]

This is fire

[@plsiwannabeHyper]

True

[@warioscousin]

I see what you did there

[@Bob-ge8qd]

literally

[@Shinigami_Striker]

🔥 *TURN UP THE HEAT* 🔥

[@MellowStepx]

Nice one 😂

[@BladedStrider]

In a lot of ways I feel like some of us can relate to Ken, that we lost our motivation for something, but you can still hear a little spark of what initially captivated us. For me. Street Fighter 5 was the game that ended my competitive run on most games. And now in Street Fighter 6, I really empathize with Ken on most levels especially on losing motivation. And honestly, this song makes me hype to try and relearn a series that got me into the competitive fighting game scene back in 2012.

[@TSE_WOODY]

Do it man, if it’s fun

[@icannotthinkofaname6248]

within fights this song helps me too, when i get low on health after a huge lv3 combo the theme motivates me telling me i can make a comeback, and i have made a fair number of low hp comebacks

[@_Trixie]

I'm here after watching AngryBird winning EVO 2023, what a good song, what a good game.

[@TheAAJYu]

The little part at 2:46 reminds me of his SF2 theme. Deep down, Ken is still the same person he always was.

[@MiketheNerdRanger]

Yeah I definitely heard it too

[@kingnothing5137]

Nostalgic...

[@CadeMan101]

I think that's the idea behind all of the old characters' themes. They've all got vague lemotifs of their old themes, and if you keep their old themes in mind as you listen to them, you can hear small bits and pieces of them in the new songs. This one uses what sounds like the same notes and a similar tempo, but in a completely different order. EDIT: This applies to everyone but Luke, who retains his theme from SFV

[@sheikhu1039]

Oh wow you're right, I hear it too

[@gamemax1049]

Yeah man i can hear it too, but for some reason it also sounds like the Newgrounds theme xd

[@AndersonTenecela]

The title of the song itself defines Ken. He represents the heat in the fight and the tone of this music shows that despite what he is being accused in the storyline, Ken will not give up so long his fighting spirit remains

[@helmiboboy]

plus, the music themselves have the Underdog story making an coming back vibe.. that's when you're realize that despite being runaway criminal (being framed), He's still is the Ex Champion that hasn't lost his edge at all.

[@shadicboom1695]

What is Ken being accused of?

[@helmiboboy]

@@shadicboom1695 Crime.. possibly being framed for someone murder

[@montelhelem8707]

@@helmiboboy not even that lol

[@themightyspaz]

​@@shadicboom1695 his Masters foundation was framed as financially supporting shadaloo after events in sf5

[@CountOfMonteCristo_]

I love how this theme sounds far more humble compared to his other themes, again it’s beautiful to see all these characters go through transitional periods, and their theme reflects their current phase in their life.

[@FourzEllGaming]

It's not that deep

[@amirfroggie8370]

@@FourzEllGaming Fun at parties, huh?

[@Korvinian4601]

@@FourzEllGaming what’s the point in music then

[@manjitheerratic5127]

1000% agree with you. I have waited this ost since Ken's comeback trailer ( along with 3 others ) We see a lesser flamboyant Ken but "down to earth" atttitude one to differentiate Ryu who has been so serious in the fight against his dark side til now he is the relaxed one in the next SF game.

[@FourzEllGaming]

@@amirfroggie8370 lol.. parties..

[@GrandAngel]

This really gives the vibe of "I've done this shit for too long, but not long enough", and it suits Ken perfectly, especially with his story in this game

[@alexthecrow5068]

All these memes didn't age well Ken turned up the heat again

[@ShaneDouglas713]

FACTS

[@mr.penguindrewmateo8146]

Ken: She didn’t took the kids Ryu, someone took my publicity

[@I-Radiant-I]

SF6 is really hitting every note in my book when it comes to Ken...feels good to see Mr. Masters like this

[@greenlimeman1320]

Single?

[@mahmoudait4032]

@@greenlimeman1320 he's not single though he's hiding until he clears his name

[@Takashii85]

@@greenlimeman1320 bro the meme is dead now. We know the truth

[@hyper_pyro]

@@greenlimeman1320 strange. Don't remember him talking about what you are.

[@BaixaGuardissima]

Jesus, this song tells a story by itself. What have you gone through Ken?

[@ShaneDouglas713]

He got framed, had to resign his position had to leave his family behind to keep them safe while he goes to clear his name...

[@dusathemaid]

IKR?! It's incredible how full with feeling this track is

[@dusathemaid]

@@ShaneDouglas713 After reading the comics, holy shit. Ken went though absolute hell. My god...

[@ShaneDouglas713]

@@dusathemaid Yeah, he fighting for everything he has...

[@icannotthinkofaname6248]

@@ShaneDouglas713 his name is thankfully cleared, maybe a world tour DLC or something can continue on his redemption

[@Eme1612]

God… this literally made me tear a bit. Such a bop!

[@heidibenner1577]

I'm with you friend. Definitely made me tear up too. 😁

[@chunkymonn5177]

It hit me when that guitar part plays in Round 1

[@CountOfMonteCristo_]

It’s genuinely inspiring, especially if your going through difficult times, this theme really gives you that sense of determination to never give up on yourself

[@tropixx_xlr1549]

He may be on a serious, vengeful journey to save himself and his family, while clearing his name at the same time, but his light-hearted, flamboyant, stylish nature still remains within Ken that made us enjoy him, and this theme is yet another example of it! Shinryu reppa! I love to see dhalsims theme get uploaded too, it also took notes from DeeJay and it's a bop!

[@tropixx_xlr1549]

@just i c e BOT

[@rasui80]

Dhalsim theme is 10/10.

[@tropixx_xlr1549]

@@rasui80 that also is one of the best themes of the whole soundtrack, and yet I have so many favorites!

[@treydrecogaming734]

Yeah, he’s still Has his his hothead personality in him even though he’s flame he still smiled, and still has his hot head self personality

[@kingnothing5137]

Ken Masters may be going through a difficult phase of his life, without Eliza and Mel, what's left for Ken are the fights, which for him, is a flame that never goes out ✊🔥

[@rasui80]

I love this!

[@joelimitsuandyoshi]

He is out to stop those who have framed him

[@cpt.zangscarlet1898]

Bro I got straight-up emotional when the part at 0:25 kicked in.

[@ArpeggioPegasusMusic]

As a musician and a music theory enthusiast, I love seeing them re-use chords from the original SF2 theme and re-arrange them into a darker and more serious theme that still sounds like Ken. The music team at Capcom knows what they're doing.

[@sek6907]

finally another person that knows about music. there is a group of people in this videos talking nonsense like "this is trash, nothing like the original, bad music" ... they need to stay in "1:54 videogame type music loop"

[@apophis7712]

@@sek6907 Nostalgia's a hell of a drug, and it's a damn epidemic amongst gamers

[@ElViperr408]

Max is definitely going to play this song later

[@vicvic889]

Can’t wait until he hears the similarities of Ken’s original theme in this one

[@gonzavengerjones5473]

Just like Ken, this theme is 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@ShaneDouglas713]

NUFF SAID

[@AnthouseBeats]

I made the original theme a hip hop remix kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZfEi6aLjsqGqpI

[@martyr84]

The way 0:23 happened without a bridge leading into it is insanely impressive...

[@pomademahal]

I know right

[@BigmanSebastian]

While Ken’s old theme still makes you feel badass, pumps you up, and is hands down one of the best & most iconic character themes in not just Street Fighter but in all of video games, this new theme in my mind perfectly captures what Ken has now become due to the unfair situation he’s in. This new theme now emphasizes Ken’s exhaustion from being on the run & his sorrow that he may never see his family again but still keeps the upbeat, badass, determined aspect from his old theme in the hope that he can clear his name. Absolute MASTERPIECE‼️ *CAPGOD IS BACK‼️*

[@cashordeals3672]

Even though it's gonna be awhile i can't wait to hear akuma theme

[@skunthundler]

I'd imagine it'll be like something out of horror movie: quiet and unsuspecting at a first glance, but it explodes into violence in an instant.

[@bigloc3442]

@@skunthundler x

[@waffles7z]

@@skunthundler don't forget the traditional japanese instruments!

[@lennydickson8845]

@@waffles7z Or they go the SFV route, although I doubt it’ll fit Akuma in this case, from the leaked design he looks freakin ripped

[@radhisghaier6394]

Yep a very long ass while at least 8 months from now if we lucky to get the first dlc batch

[@Mushroomhead671]

Babe wake up new SF6 theme

[@kaarD04]

*Wakes up DP*

[@MyShortsAreWet_]

inaccurate because street fighter players don't get any girls

[@Mushroomhead671]

@@MyShortsAreWet_ you’re playing the game wrong then

[@MyShortsAreWet_]

@@Mushroomhead671 😂

[@sonofaglitch7549]

Imagine the disappointment

[@romzen]

Who else gets a distinct sense of urgency and determination from this? Ken is fighting a steep uphill battle. And he knows he has no choice but facing this challenge.

[@golazo1266]

The fact that the composer chose E-flat minor is so genius. E-flat is such a dark and epic key for a character's theme like Ken

[@ClaimerofLoot6942]

How do you tell whether a song is in major or minor key?

[@zzzz0zzzz]

Best song of street fighter 6 thus far

[@dark_nightwing_xl2797]

Thats what I’m saying

[@romel9129]

Blankas will be better

[@SPACECOWBOY705]

Juri theme go dumb

[@scrubology]

Okay that’s a stretch, Mr. Top Player is peak rn

[@andimari9194]

Naw bro. Jamie theme isn’t only amazing it sounds like the embodiment of a drunk boxing breakdancer. This theme is heat tho

[@Ben-jz3mt]

I’m glad we’re getting new themes for all the characters like Alpha 3, EX1, and 3rd strike. This song is different from his SF2 theme, but it still SOUNDS like Ken.

[@Ben-jz3mt]

@whaaa t I’m not falling for the old “air fryer potato wedges” trick again. Nice try, bot.

[@AegisKHAOS]

I'm glad that they're good. Different means jack if they also suck, but thankfully that isn't the case so far. Luke's is literally the only one I never bothered listening to again, which coincidentally is the only theme that happens to be a reiteration of a previous theme.

[@dark_nightwing_xl2797]

Facts

[@dark_nightwing_xl2797]

@@Ben-jz3mt 2:50 Easter egg👀

[@Oscar97o]

Unlike Ryu's

[@MegaTomPlays]

Been playing Ken since SF 2, and honestly this is probably the best version of him yet.

[@jlc541]

sfv ken was already a lot of fun but sf6 ken is the quintessence of his flashy aggressive gameplay. just hope we can get back the sfv theme

[@creeps664]

There's...a lot that's cool about this theme. But what I want to mention the difference in tone between Ryu and Ken's themes between then and now Ryu always had the more "serious" theme, signifying his journey to master his fighting style and overcome the Satsui no Hado. Ken on the other hand had the one that's much more Upbeat and exciting as he didn't have a need to follow such a journey. He was simply a rich young man who wanted to show off his fighting skills and how cool he is. Now in StreetFighter 6, the roles are almost completely reversed. Ryu's new theme is now just as Upbeat and even a little bit funky since Ryu has finally reached the end of his journey and has a chance to look at the world in new eyes. Ken on the other hand? After the false accusations forced him to hide, leaving behind his company and his family, HE is now the one who is starting on a new journey, one to clear his name and reclaim the things that rightfully belong to him. As such, Ken's new theme is now the much slower, more serious song of the two. All that and yet both songs still manage to fit their respective personalities. Like, this Soundtrack is genuinely on a whole different level

[@internetera1523]

You're right on the mark.I just want to add...can't wait to see JP haha

[@RaulRIot]

This theme and "top player" are my favorites. Good job Capcom this game will be one of the best.

[@dark_nightwing_xl2797]

Facts!

[@andimari9194]

Top player is the best so far imo

[@321Tdog]

@@andimari9194 Since Deejay is a literal musician, it would ironic if his theme ends up being terrible

[@akilcharles3473]

@@321Tdog Not at the slightest, his and all of the themes are bangers.

[@vera4737]

This specific comparison is funny since luke and jamie also have their own "ryu vs ken" thing going one with one being serious and the other being hotheaded and it also extends into their themes, with luke's being Taking Aim (implying he's a strategic kinda guy) and jamie's being Mr. Top Player (full of himself like young ken)

[@helmiboboy]

Man, Ken in Street Fighter 6 ain't really messing around as much from the previous one installment. usually, he's always have 3 or 4 witty answer and taunt but here? He's wasn't playing around and want to end this fight quickly. His exchange blow, his taunt and fighting style is getting more violent as well.. Damn dude got it rough.. And that is great to see

[@ratedr7845]

he ain't playing games no more

[@helmiboboy]

@@ratedr7845 for real bro most of his quip is more desperate than witty one like before

[@HyperComboEx]

People having the same reaction to 3rd strikes music when it released. Now it's considered a amazing soundtrack. Watch over time sf6 ost grows on people. I swear if it was up to some of yall, you would wanna hear the same shit for the rest of your lives. Some of us actually like new and fresh music too, but still love the old themes as well. The soundtrack is fine and will do just fine. To me it's fire.

[@SPACECOWBOY705]

I AGREE WITH EVERYTHING YOU SAID WHOLEHEARTEDLY.... This is one of the best SF soundtracks ever and in time it will be perceived as such... Just like MvC 2, just like 3rd Strike

[@rasui80]

True words! The entire OST is amazing, I'm very excited for the new age of SF. :)

[@archersterling6726]

I really prefer the alpha themes, but it's ok to welcome new people and I want everyone to come join! And there are still some bangers since every song is different

[@jamessaunders8204]

Agreed. Ken's track really takes me back to being a kid and loving games. I get people have a hard time hearing melodies sometimes, but I hear melodic themes in each and every one.

[@JSN723]

I like a lot of the new music but wish they had kept some of their themes remixed as well. Keeping both sides happy.

[@Temorkhan]

Best soundtrack in SF6 so far

[@Babamarcus2632]

As an avarage Ken enjoyer, I'll say that this theme is perfect and I'm glad that he's still energetic as ever

[@kylecairns2847]

Good thing it's a banger because I hear it in at least 60% of my ranked matches.

[@z3us_81]

Me too buddy

[@JulienGrant]

Ken winning EVO seems so fitting

[@joyuz6583]

I love how you can hear Ken's desperate determination and struggle. Like he's fighting through the resistance of his old body, or he's trying to push past what he thought he could do. Such a sick theme, please keep this up.

[@mepose420]

And just to think at the start of this games announcement, people thought Ken wouldn't make it because Luke is too similar. But look at where we are now. He's finally in with a better looking character model than his SFV version, cool looking costume, and one of the best Ken's themes that I've heard probably ever.

[@ryanwest6035]

And his game play looks really good, nearly has every tool the old kens had except roll and kara throw. The homage they did for his SF3 super is chefs kiss as well

[@mepose420]

@@ryanwest6035 this is the best way to experience Ken. It feels like the definitive version of him

[@ytcmbt2505]

Im just glad that he looks good again. Ken is supposed to be a handsome man, and not the laughing stock that sf5 made him with his banana hair

[@vicvic889]

His main theme approaches at the last 40 seconds of this track. You have to listen really close. I miss his original theme. But I actually love this track, it’s modern with a splash of nostalgia. It reminds me why I love this character so much. The climb, the joyful spirit, but don’t toy with his family or friends and will always have your back 💯🔥

[@reclaimerofmychair]

Yes! It's modern, but still nostalgic with the melody synth line sounding similar to his original theme like an evolution of his flame never burning out but blazing hotter!

[@vicvic889]

@@reclaimerofmychair bro this theme reminds me of my childhood and why I fell in love with this franchise 😢

[@reinaldoneto5021]

Theme of EVO Champion!!!🔥✊ 🔥

[@HeroicJei]

Best theme in the game so far

[@zoltire6478]

hell yeah it is

[@unclegrimsley839]

Ken: “She took the fucking kids, Ryu.” Ryu: “Cool. Wanna fight?” Ken: “….” Ryu: “….” Ken: “…Yeah.”

[@TKTheGodBreaker]

Ken's theme is the one of all of them that has the most spirit of its past incarnation tho all the themes have been Great so far

[@CodyRockLee13]

Going a step further, I hear more Mighty Wings in this (Mighty Wings being the song by Cheap Trick that inspired Ken's original theme).

[@tokyobassist]

Ken's song is so good that I decided to try him out seriously for the first time since I started Street Fighter.

[@SnowflakeSSQ]

I never played Street Fighter and this man's theme got me excited for the game.

[@streetkombat6088]

Street Fighter 6 is a great and fun game to play. I suggest you buy it and have fun.

[@zoltire6478]

the network is brilliant. We finally got a fighting game that has a more stable network

[@SonofOrion42]

Ken's splash art here is interesting. It's very similar to his pose in IV, but there, he was smiling confidently in an easy-going fashion. Here, he still wears a cocky smirk, but just look at his exposed eye. There is a _rage_ bubbling just under the surface.

[@nicholasgoodard5746]

I dunno. To me it seems like his whole facial expression is just anger. The cocky smirk looks more like a grimace to me, or exertion from using his moves, a possible side effect of his age in SF6.

[@jbcoolerninja]

Ryu has gained enlightenment Ken has lost everything

[@zainy_inc154]

Easily the best theme of 6 so far I hear this when im 1v1ing my brother ryu v ken all the time and it still doesn't get old🔥

[@zudor6125]

When Ken Masters says: Feels like the only one who understands the nature of my struggle...is myself." this embodies this song more! I love the new track and if you listen closely it has similar sound to the last one just mixed up sick! Love the blue collar vibe i will be maining ken again been rocking with him since 1!

[@DivinusAurum]

Slaps harder than Ken's feet in Guren Enjinkyaku

[@dorkasaurus_rex]

To me, I feel this song is really about perseverance. To believe that even if life has knocked you down a peg, it's still worth fighting and trying to overcome it and be a better person despite the hardships.

[@helmiboboy]

This 👍 He may getting framed, having to lived his life away from his beloved family and sleep at street but he's always come back, even more determined to find the person who framed him and came out victorious

[@dusathemaid]

If anything it made him realize what actually matters in his life.

[@jaserror]

This song is about persevering that grind. Good workout song. Still optimistic but has some anxiety in it.

[@tmcttf8087]

I'm impressed. This new theme for Ken definitely holds meaning, especially considering what he's going through now in Street Fighter VI....I love the *rock* feel of the track, how *solemn* it sounds (which fits the very hardships that now stare Ken in the face, and how he's going to destroy said hardships), and out of all the Street Fighter VI themes I've listened to so far, this one, by far....is the most *"Street Fighter-sounding"* one. It definitely gives me that *Street Fighter* energy compared to the rest, and as a whole, it really invokes the *"Spirit Of The Flame"* that Ken himself possesses. Whoever created this theme was and still is a genius. Perfect *10/10.*

[@JenovaDreamweaver]

i always see people complaining about ken in lower level play but bro this theme goes so hard i dont even care

[@SPACECOWBOY705]

ACTION HERO KEN SAGA IS WHAT I NEEDED

[@merlylvsm]

The verse-chorus blends in to that stereotypical arcade 80s style like there's a youth still bubbling inside; struggle vs vigor Such a cool theme

[@superbnns]

Sounds like the theme of a man who's down, but not out.

[@droskitheman]

LETS GOOO MY BOYY WON EVO. LETS GOO KEN!!

[@emmanuel7155]

Ken's theme is really good

[@ThePlasticBowl]

I don’t know how to explain it but this one feels the most Street Fighter-ish of all the themes like I could see this being the main theme of the game itself. It just encapsulates the franchise in a way.

[@Alejandro-dk2gk]

I can already tell this will be nostalgic in the future

[@straivalist8281]

This is really one of those amazing themes where it tells a story based on it's audio alone. Out of all the themes this one really has a more "story" element to it. The beats and tone of the song completely tell the story about ken. He is in a desperate situation. He is not as energetic as he used to be but even through all the struggles he has gone through, he still has his determination "spirit of the flame" if you will from the past games still there. You can clearly see his spark still showing during 0:25. The upbeat tune shows his determination and energy rising up to protect his family at all costs. It's really a struggle ost. Whereas Ryu has finished his quest and conquered himself. Ken is still struggling to get things right. Absolute 10/10 ost

[@Raymond-kx8jf]

EVO CHAMP AANGRY BIIIIRD LET'S GOOO!!! Ken is awesome 😀

[@spooky8491]

Kens theme sounds like depressed aerobic music and its great

[@Scatmanseth]

This song pretty much embodies “down but not out”

[@Zulfikeay]

Right after 2:38 till 2:52, the nostalgia hits pretty deep! What an work of art!!!

[@martyr84]

What’s nostalgic about this part? I don’t hear it 😅

[@riyaadh9187]

@@martyr84 u deaf?

[@cliftonrobinson2043]

We will enter in this tournament and fight with and for Ken as well as the legacy of the Masters name.

[@monogamousmatt546]

​@@martyr84 It's his old theme

[@zoltire6478]

@@martyr84 did you play Street Fighter 2?

[@spongeman3090]

Ken's flaming fighting techniques have evolved so much his theme has to be fire as well.

[@atre5763]

This theme truly represents Ken's struggle right now and it's great! Hope we can help clear his name in the story!

[@MollyPowerslide]

I have to say, this take on Ken is much better than the "She took the kids Ryu" direction we originally thought they were going. Like, a lot of stuff's happened and he's down on his luck, but this is still 100% Ken.

[@jopedrop]

SF6 Ken just helped consolidate my choice for the ancient question of Ryu or Ken, as previously I was very indecisive and swapped use between them a lot. As a kid I rocked with Ryu more, but nowadays, after revisiting 3rd Strike for a bit at the beginning of the year and specially now after the release of this game, I just love this hot-head so much.

[@nintendude57]

1:10 sounds Nostalgic for some reason, and probably my favorite part of the track.

[@bingbongdingdong867]

*Standing before you, a warrior of red. Despite his disheveled appearance you see the glint in his eyes, and somehow it fills you, too, with determination.*

[@JerryEsquer]

Man, I’m glad Ken is fighting again. In sf3 it looked like he was retiring for his son Mel. Then he looked like was going to be a coach for Sean. Now he is back, the guy can keep up with ryu who dedicates his whole life to fighting. Ken is no joke.

[@AhmadIzzuddinGaming]

Idk why I'm here listening to this on KZbin considering the fact that I hear this theme everyday in game BECAUSE EVERYONE PLAYS KEN It is a banger tho ngl

[@kevalevduqc9147]

This song hit right to the soul

[@nick2901tampa]

Best theme in the game 🔥

[@briandickerson8311]

This has now officially grew on me. It's been in my head lately🔥

[@Saul_David]

He is Kenough

[@blueperseverance3912]

This has a really nostalgic and motivational tone to it. Ken might have hit some lows, but he is ready to jump back to glory.

[@eljugadorescaldenc4002]

Sincerely I love this soundtrack. As a SF fighter since the SNES, I really love how Capcom has ventured in completely new themes and styles.

[@JpocalypseHD]

“Don’t expect me to be a pushover 🤜🤛”

[@FoxeralArt]

Y'know, this song in particular has really grown on me.

[@Wally_West]

same for me, it really fits for Ken's arc in SF6

[@lima3689]

It's so fucking funny that Ken became a real beat 'em up protagonist, beating up street gangs to clean his name with the IRS.

[@DemolitionRaccoon]

Ken will absolutely fuck you up, mention his family (Ryu included) and he will jinrai kick your whole bloodline into the ancient era, no questions. But he's a true competitor. A king. Ken will always be my favourite :)

[@NukNuk013]

i'm a Ken main, and this song is in my head at home, at work, in the truck, EVERYWHERE lol.

[@kengoku3498]

I'm addicted and it bangs 💯🔥💯🔥

[@RED24659]

Bro if there is a moment where Ken succumbs to the Satsui no Hadō and Ryu(having mastedred Kyoi no Hado and being his best friend) steps in to stop him with this theme playing; I'm going to cry so f**king hard. The manliest most bromantic tears that have ever been cried 😅

[@TheJjGammer]

I'm absolutely fucking LOVING this game's soundtrack! This is just another absolute banger, and I really can't wait to hear all the themes!

[@mychaeljones7526]

BANGER AFTER BANGER AFTER BANGER AFTER BANGER AFTER BANGER AFTER BANGER AFTER BANGER AFTER BANGER AFTER BANGER

[@mychaeljones7526]

SHEAMUS WWE

[@dusathemaid]

Seriously, it's been a while since I've been so obsessed with a game's ost like this. Everything is so fucking well mixed!

[@TheJjGammer]

@@dusathemaid Absolutely agree, I've been listening to this one and especially Blanka's theme nonstop since they posted them!

[@theus1624]

One of the few new songs I've enjoyed so far, this one is about inspiration, redemption and fire... you can feel it in every beat of this song.

[@Matt101Vgettio]

Ken Has main character music and its about time

[@ZiZo34344]

You standing there blocking Ken: How's this! > Crouching light punch X 3 You:OK my tur...... Ken:Shoryureppa!!!