Born to be a Killer (Vox Machina Fan Song)

[@cartoonking1789]

I can feel a little bit of the theme of Grog finding his true strength from “The Legend of Vox Machina” being played throughout the song.

[@LightningPiano]

I got goosebumps at "I will stand between the lion and the fawn that it would eat"! Grog is my favourite so it's always great to see him getting more love!

[@blkhwk1321]

Strongjaw! Strongjaw! Strongjaw!

[@libertyprime1614]

It inspired me to stand between the fawn and the grass it would eat. ✊

[@VVhirl-VVind]

I read this comment before I herd that part of the song and yeah I just got goosebumps it’s a awesome line

[@underthependulum3484]

The scene that will always make me cry is Grog realizing that he's nearly killed Pike in his blind rage. Even in the dnd session Grog and Travis both were just stunned and speechless, it tears me up.

[@lionchaser2012]

Grog is my favorite character in CR and as a father now that struggled to over come his own violent anger the line “reborn as a protector of the little and the weak” brought tears to my eyes and made me think of holding my sons as babies. And how now as their father until my last breath it is my duty and my honor to protect them. Thank you

[@meediamongergamemodder2302]

Like kratose when he held his son the world needs destroyers bkades to humble the pwerfull bazerkers to tear down the pridefull but theresa seasion for destruction na time for prptection thats when the best of us r reborn protectors r blade guards the meak n r rage shirlds the gentle the devel fears such fearsome beings for they gods hsnd hus fury calamity aimed at ones true enemy is not mere destruction but delieverence for the viokent tskith by force n the truth sets the captives free truth is lightning swift sure n mighty it splits the trees n scorches the earth itsa destroyer reborn asa protector😍

[@owenwilliams4039]

A good man is not violent, the best men know when to unleash it.

[@perrintuzicka8264]

4 years ago I would have fit in with the Herd of Storms I had little care for others and I didn't care who got hurt by my rage but no but now I am a father and now I will use my rage to protect those I care about and the wicked will feed my flames

[@scarletangel9462]

Well said, friends 😊

[@Geek-therapy]

“Herdsmen don’t need no honour” this is such a good line

[@Doublemint54]

"I'm reborn as a protector" gave me chills! always love your songs man. appreciate you!

[@morganarndt3219]

I've just been listening to this for the past 20 minutes and the chills come back each time I hit replay!

[@WarpstormChronicles]

Yeah me too! Hairs on my arms stood up. So great.

[@tristanschroeder1550]

Such a good song

[@WarpstormChronicles]

The best new song I've heard in a while.@@tristanschroeder1550

[@ZeldaWolf2000]

Same! Holy SHIT! I love his SHIT! 😀😀😀😍😍

[@LadyWildlower]

Gods, I never expected an epic song for Grog of all characters, but damn! He's one of those characters whose depth is very easily missed but this is incredible.

[@Cowpunch]

yep its easy to not think much of him as he is just a lovable goofball. But given his circumstances the fact that he is a goofball speaks to his humanity.

[@GrimmMemoirs]

travis willingham will absolutely LOVE this when he listens! this gave me CHILLS.

[@AmalyaHunter]

I love this song! Every single tune! And your voice is perfect. I'm your big fan since "Far from me" actually.

[@shadowking981]

Man with all the vox machina songs you’ve done, you can feel the emotion and how it tells you the story of the character. Truly the work of a bard can’t wait for sam’s character to be last and it be nothing for his character cuz he’s always horny

[@ChaseNoseworthy]

Was literally talking to a friend the other day like “I have no idea what the fuck I’m gonna do for Scanlan”

[@cobaltsable1800]

​@@ChaseNoseworthy no spoilers but save the Scanlan one for last. It'll be worth it in the end

[@grey8288]

​@@ChaseNoseworthyI mean, he was the one who critted on the groups feelings just by asking if they know his mother's name. Maybe write it from the perspective of him right before leaving VM, when he was in a darker spot and let the comedian side drop for a moment when he saw his daughter.

[@taleoftwowolvesasmr3381]

@@ChaseNoseworthy Something about how pleasure can't fill emptiness in ones heart and wanting something to truly live for

[@p.a.4512]

​@@ChaseNoseworthydefinitely something to do with "a bard's lament" or "Scalnlan's last wish". Those are great characters moments for him

[@lightninggodjimhi5342]

The Scanlan song should be titled "From Vices to Virtue" and could be an apology song to his daughter

[@toad1414]

Haven't properly watches Vox Machina show nor did I watch the DND podcast, but holy shit, your voice is absolutely stunning....and the song itself is so emotional... I'm out of words, this is...just incredible

[@ChaseNoseworthy]

Thank you so much! Good to know my music holds up beyond just fans of the show haha

[@reaperck6983]

@@ChaseNoseworthy I've never heard of the show/podcast(?) but found this song and LOVE it!!

[@JohnTheodoreMusic]

"Shedding tears is for the small" (guess I am small) Love it man 🤘🏻

[@acmeannie]

Just as John Williams is the musical soul of Star Wars...so have you become the musical soul of Critical Role for me; a true bard who digs deep into the very core of each character you touch...nailing them..and us...with heart-rending accuracy. Thank you! ❤

[@cherryblossomwriter23]

DUDE!!! You kill these songs every time!! "I was born to be a killer, so a killer I will be...I'm reborn as a protector" That last verse is my favorite!!

[@Riggy1991]

I can imagine it as a situation of if Grog was more violent in his initial going against the Herd "I'm born to be a Killer? fine...COME HERE!" before rushing at Kevdak to protect Pyke's grandfather

[@midnightzgamer20k]

DUDE, ALL OF THIS MANS VOX MACHINA SONGS ARE ON. FUCKING. POINT!

[@scarletangel9462]

Dude! You couldn’t have nailed this any better! This so good!

[@Sindar]

God...I was spellbound...paralyzed...I couldn't wait for the next line. The quotation marks set up the lies, and the reveal, "I will stand between the lion and the fawn that it would eat" Masterpiece. No other words. I really hope Travis sees this. He would go crazy that you understand the character he made so well

[@quill9648]

Especially that he began as a "i have no clue how to play so let's make a big stupid hard hitter" joke character. Same for Scanlan where his creation began with "what's the worst character i can play - i dunno, a gnome bard? - then I'll be that"

[@bananawork]

Hot damn! The utter emotion you put behind each of these characters is just beautiful! Wonderful and bittersweet! I can’t wait to buy this song too 🥰

[@rithrius5384]

Dude, I hope they reach out to you and ask to use these songs in the show! They are worthy.

[@williamhenry2602]

Absolutely gorgeous and exactly what I needed today. "I will stand between the lion and the fawn that it would eat." So freaking good. Keep up the incredible work!

[@steventhiele9281]

WOW. This is such a heartfelt song for a character so often overlooked. You captured his essence so well!! I can't wait to hear the rest of your VM songs!!!

[@Senok13]

When i was created my first Blood Hunter (one character class, made by Matt Mercer), i didn't even realized, that how much this song inspired his background, until about half a year later, when i lokking up some long-time not listened songs... The lines "I will stand between the lion and the fawn that it would eat" and "On the wicked my blade wil feed" are so fitting the class description, i doesn't even know, how i missed that part then. (Those, who are not familiar with the class, a short description: They fight against different kind of evil creatures with the policy of "fight with fire against the fire", as they intentionally use some method - a pact of a lesser warlock-type patron, the curse of lycanthrophy, some necromantic ritual to get closer to the undead or simply a Witcher-like mutagene-craft - to get to know their enemy better, and fight against them. Most peoples would describe them as "monsters, who fight against other monsters". The class itself was inspired by the Witcher series, so the similarities between them doesn't end here, but some of it more-or-less splitted among the subclasses.)

[@luckywhiskle8447]

It's been two months that the song's been out, how'd it take you half a year to realise this? Was it out elsewhere?

[@thescowl6971]

It's funny, this song was made specifically for Grog. But I think it fits a redeemed Dark Urge from Baldur's Gate 3 just as well.

[@SUPERBILLY3D]

I was thining the same thing but about Kratos. Born a Spartan, a warrior, and how he must eventually protect his son Atreus!

[@jaffarebellion292]

It also fits the character of Guts incredibly well. For his whole life, Gambino, Griffith, and the Beast of Darkness whisper lies into his ear, but the tortured, damaged man underneath all the suffering, rage, vengeance, and heartbreak still resolves to protect his loved ones and rise above his inner demons. The line "I will stand between the lion and the fawn that it would eat" sends my mind back to the scene in the Conviction arc where Guts blocks Mozgus from reaching Casca, declaring that the mad priest will never touch her again.

[@gothicwitch_9993]

Honestly I agree with this. This song helped me create my redeem durge's story. She was a rogue but wished to be a paladin but she had broken her oath so many times she gave up her oath and became an assassin for Bhaal before the story began and lost her memories In short, before she confronted Orin, she slowly regained her memories and became a paladin of Devotion to express her devotion to defeating Bhaalists and ending Bhaal's cult, starting with Orin and if she was struck down by Bhaal then it would be the protector who she swore to be and no longer as his assassin

[@NoahOMorainRush]

I've been excitedly awaiting this song ever since you teased it in the description for Hound, and it was worth the wait. Absolutely incredible, gave me chills and a huge grin at the last verse!

[@morganarndt3219]

I've been waiting for your next song! I've had Far From Me stuck in my head all day and was wondering when your Grog song would come around. Happy surprise getting home from work to this!

[@nano_verse7815]

Holy crap this is fantastic. The vocals are incredible, but the lyrics are just perfect. What a fantastic song covering Grog's character, and the dichotomy of his past and all the lessons that were hammered into him, versus him growing into the role of a protector. Just incredible. Thanks for this fantastic work!

[@merlin3226]

Amazing work, Chase. Was so happy to see a Grog song from you!

[@nattraseri4934]

I see this once and feel as if the meaning of this coursed through me so many times. It's embedded in my soul. Grog being the one that's wedging himself in between the innocents and the danger, trying to do away with the stigma that has been put on him by his tribe and their deeds in Tal'Dorei and do good despite everything and everyone, now That's what I am here for. Thank you again for surpassing my expectations! I will wait for more, you fuel my soul and imagination!

[@rainman8861]

You did this so well. For a while i was afraid that you wouldn't post anymore, but im so happy you came out with this. Please keep up the great work

[@th3boi146]

Always love your work. Just fantastic representation of the character(s). Keep doing what you are doing!!!

[@sceleton1453]

What an amazing song, I'm playing this song repeatedly from the moment I've discovered it... My favorite moment is the "I'm reborn as a protector, of the little and the weak".... + the "In my love my strength is tempered" is actually really clever. Nice work 👏

[@gordgoreson5064]

Who else immediately liked and saved this song to a playlist before it started? Amazing work, inspirational, I listen to it while I write really makes you think of the characters.

[@GambolMuse]

Straight up chills when the tone of the song shifted. Another absolute gem!

[@enwarrior8163]

The legend returns!!!! Your songs are amazing!

[@Cypher-9]

Complete and utter chills. This fits perfectly

[@eryvac0074]

I've watched every episode of critical role as well as Vox Machina, and this is such a perfect summary of Grog. Doing good makes him feel like he's failing his herd, but doing evil just isn't in his nature

[@erfanmartell2313]

This was freakin fantastic. You write greatly and you sing even better. CR hire this guy it's time fr

[@TrainingOffer]

You nailed the character - again! Love it ❤

[@halosreaper1]

This song speaks to me. A younger me with a lot of blind hate and anger that just wanted to hurt another because I thought It was fun to do. As I'm older the anger and hate I have aren't gone. Never gone. But now there's a sadness too. But I got okay-ish at burying them so no one gets hurt by them. But with the way the world is today its also gotten much harder to keep them contained within. This song speaks to what I could've been and what I wish I could be. Grog Right? He has my deepest respect for trying to be better even if he's a fictional character. And I know this sounds "edgy" and "angsty" as hell to say all this but It's true

[@flyboymike111357]

Your songa always bring a tear to my eye

[@Blobalex]

The waiting made it better, another incredible song.

[@ZirQuu]

Yet another masterpiece. I love the raw emotion of this one, it feels so powerful to listen to. Amazing work!

[@spectator4096]

Hell yeah! It's such a good blend of epic but still conveying emotion, and that's kinda Grog. Love it as always

[@dragonboysam3252]

This song is so good that calling it a song feels like I'm not doing it justice.

[@Patch-lz9yi]

These songs never miss. Absolutely incredible.

[@alext.m.312]

Dude 3 for 3 all of these are absolutely amazing, keep it up i can't wait for the rest

[@SilverFlames_]

YO the entire song is fantastic (of course) but specifically something about the way the higher strings cut out at the very last "feed" before resolving is SUCH a good choice. I love the lines “You were born to be a killer” / Says the vilest of my kin - so much packed into those two lines. Great job as always!

[@nimblejarl7635]

Freaking awesome song for Grog. I also have a dnd dhampir character that would fit the bill for this song and it was cool to think of him in Grog's place. Great work as always Chase!

[@G.F.SF55]

My GAWD, the deep voice the lyrics, and just pure epicness ✊🔥 Truely worth of a Strongjaw

[@bignelly9476]

I’m bias cause the big man is my favourite critical role character but I think you capture the essence of grog very well. The reborn as a protector line fits very well since we see just how violent grog used to be. This is by far my favourite so far. “Hound” is a close second.

[@silver4265]

Was waiting for this and it did not disappoint. FOR STRONGJAW!!!!

[@richardtracey9473]

Fantastic! I can't put into words how much I love this series of songs and the work you obviously put into them!

[@LunaKey]

Who's gonna be next?! This was a great song! :D

[@ChaseNoseworthy]

I've got a Keyleth song in the works!

[@LunaKey]

@@ChaseNoseworthy Yaaaaaaaaaas! Best girl is getting a song! I'm looking forward to it!

[@zrixie7695]

Gives me some redeemed!Dark Urge feels.

[@demonic_myst4503]

No suxh thing as a redeemed dark utge a resistent one yss but their is no redempfion The dadk urge is the slaysd ghe beast child of a god of death it cny be saved bhalls children are destined to destroy their not some serial killer their death in flesh

[@joshmurphy8775]

Man this song is amazing. I'm not exaggerating when I say this has become my favorite song of all time I've played it on a loop for a good hour and it's only gotten better!

[@nightplayer75]

I hope to see Travis react to this. Great song again looking forward for the nexts ❤

[@vaxelden]

Would be great to see their reactions to your songs

[@LunaKey]

Can you imagine one of these songs playing in the credits of the show? Pure bliss!

[@F2214_]

As amazing as always, continue like this !

[@Thunder17_-]

This is amazing!! I am conflicted because I was hoping this would be a soft song to listen to from time to time, because you can never get enough of those, but now I feel that a metal version of this would be awesome as well. I am not critiquing anything at all, your song is amazing and full of emotion. Gives me Disturbed sound of silence vibes. Thank you for making this.

[@StealingMyUsername]

You are so good at lyrics I can't even 😭😭❤️

[@jzam5018]

I discovered you just a day ago, i´ve heard your other songs now, but i can´t stop listening to this one, as an amateur writer, i just want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for this piece, it is just incredible.

[@EndermTheSwordsman]

Fucking beautiful, perfectly embodies Grog to his core, where he finds his strength in protecting the 'little folk'

[@grejny0843]

I found this song today. I already heard 2 hours of this song. I absolutely adore your work.

[@grejny0843]

Update: 5 hours

[@ChaseNoseworthy]

This song is now on Spotify!: open.spotify.com/album/1KgZi09zkWIgaDzQ47Lz5h?si=3I7S1EjgQ8qNHfiZ8Ax2tg

[@honorguard7616]

Well I picked a good time to watch this lol

[@shazbunni9937]

I adore this song, even though it makes me cry every time! You've truly captured Grog's turmoil and despair as he battles with all he was taught in the herd against all he learned with VM.

[@anneroosv]

As amazing as always Chase! The emotion in it is spectacular. Thanks for sharing your music with the world

[@dbroking8996]

ayyy, at last, yt recommendation brings to me true treasure! can't wait for pike's song (if that's comin)

[@Damiana_Swan]

Fantastic! You gave me goosebumps!

[@phoebica]

Didn't think I would ugly cry listening to a song of Grog, but I do. Thank you and it is beautiful.

[@ggabornagy83]

I deeply appreciated the other songs that you made before but personally? I believe this is absolutely unbeatable. Just. A. Masterpiece.

[@alannatherson7721]

I can definitely see this making the animatic circuit.

[@lukapolo3006]

Thank you for making a song that represents characters so well, giving me goosebumps and tears with all the feels this brings having seen all of CR, and thank you for giving an amazing son for a bass singer to try!

[@adamletts885]

The chills, how is this that good

[@364dragonrider]

A little bit of lyric changing and this would be a great theme song for a Good-aligned Dark Urge.

[@neppy7221]

I love the meaning of this song that I am reading. From the song, I am getting the "Nobody tells you who you are meant to be" meaning behind the lyrics and I am loving it.

[@Gunganfan]

Can anyone else see this when they listen to this song? An older Grog Strongjaw, a wealthy, respected gentleman of leisure in Whitestone, tightens his Dwarven Thrower, straps on the Titanstone Knuckles and hefts his blood ax as he leaves his comfortable home. His powerful strides carry him past guards helping evacuate citizens from the outskirts and to the city wall. He ascends the wall to join the other survivors of Vox Machina, their various kids, and the city guard as they stare out out a horde of goblinoids attempting to lay seige to the city.

[@Akeche]

Truly I was saddened to note there was no real sign of Grog in Campaign 3. But perhaps he's off with Scanlan.

[@Gunganfan]

​@@Akeche Or visiting his cousin's family.

[@mr.stuffdoer8483]

So glad you’re doing more of these! I patiently wait for any more. Especially Scanlan. And best girl Keyleth.

[@arenbrandis7406]

God this was just absolute perfection as always.

[@wolfsbergdraws5983]

I was waiting and hoping you'd make a grog song! This is so amazing, been stuck in my head all week

[@LunaKey]

First! Love your work

[@maximumdm9612]

This is so freaking Beautiful!!! I love it!!!

[@ethanedwards7834]

That's awesome!!! I hope you end up doing a song for all of Vox Machina!

[@dormishaeli]

What can I say that havent been said yet? You are amazing man!! I adore your songs❤ This was sooo goood

[@BryerTheKing1]

The rhythm of the truly strong.

[@vanaheimstories7530]

Your music is so good!

[@vivamexico254]

Thanks you , not justo for one hell of a song , but also for using artwork Made by an artist

[@silveroak_9600]

Oh that ending is so so PERFECT!! i love this

[@sethhudson8596]

Best song I’ve heard this month, keep in up!

[@brettdahl-knipe8914]

Perfection as always, when can we expect this masterpiece on Spotify? I’m gonna need to add it to my playlist lol

[@americahellyeah1776]

you made a great song keep up the good work

[@sherminatoranalysis3429]

These songs give me such an appreciation for the characters

[@nighthawk3045]

There does not exist words to describe how epic and cool this song is.

[@defenderbyname3484]

How did it take me a month to find this? How did it slip by? Oh I didn't ring the bell? Well, lemme just fix dat real quik

[@TheShadowofLight]

my lord im so happy to see you havent stopped doing these. the turn litterly gave me shivers. I am so excited to see the rest of the cast, and hope to see the mighty nien follow that!

[@Lancoon]

Never seen Vox Machina but this is awesome!

[@F2214_]

YEAAAAAAH CHASE POSTED!!!!!

[@lifeis.....8882]

Great song with soulful lyrics and strong ending. A masterpiece, as always.

[@Grixis_Teller_of_Tales]

All of these have sent chills down my spine

[@caseykingdom5888]

Chance noseworthy: lv 20 bard blessed with the voice of a god. Sent down to give us his heart and soul in song