Born to be a Killer (Vox Machina Fan Song)

It's been a whiiiiile
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Lyrics:
“You were born to be a killer,”
Says the giant in my blood
“The blade is your salvation,
Leavin’ bodies in the mud.”
“There ain’t need for no redemption.
Sheddin’ tears is for the small.
Let the little ones scream and shout
And beg for mercy as they fall.”
What do you do
When they look at you
Paralyzed by the fire in your eyes?
What do I do
When I was born to be a killer?
“You were born to be a killer”
Says the vilest of my kin
“Mercy ain’t our language
We wage war, and fight to win”
“It’s the duty of a Herdsman
To kill or die in shame
Never choose to spare one
We could use to feed our flames”
(Repeat Chorus)
Hard man with a heart that’s harder
A herdsman don’t need no honor
A man’s only as good as his armor
Don’t drop your sword
In battle we find our freedom
No emotions, we don’t need ‘em
The weak live to meet our steel
And feed our rage
I was born to be a killer
So a killer I shall be
I will stand between the lion
And the fawn that it would eat
I’m reborn as a protector
Of the little and the weak
In my love my strength is tempered
On the wicked my blade will feed
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Art by Tomasz Chistowski (@chistowskiart)

[@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! 😀😀😀😍😍

[@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 😊

[@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! ❤

[@rithrius5384]

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

[@midnightzgamer20k]

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

[@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 🥰

[@merlin3226]

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

[@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 👏

[@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

[@GambolMuse]

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

[@enwarrior8163]

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

[@EndermTheSwordsman]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@mr.stuffdoer8483]

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

[@ambrosiusmalachai5403]

i think ive listened to this 30 times in just 8 hours of finding it

[@americahellyeah1776]

you made a great song keep up the good work

[@spacegremlin9972]

they need to hear this pronto!!!!!

[@sherminatoranalysis3429]

These songs give me such an appreciation for the characters

[@Sunyankzi]

This song is amazing.

[@Tiva100ify]

Dude, amazing!!! I can't wait for more!!!

[@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!

[@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!

[@lifeis.....8882]

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

[@silveroak_9600]

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

[@nobunagaodin8110]

i love this so much, i didnt watch CR but even then is this song so good

[@wizardswordfish5875]

Still waiting on the song for the most important character Trinket

[@JDdoesstuff]

This is amazing 🤩, gave me chills. Well done ❤

[@tempestarashi5682]

“15k views” Could’ve sworn I’ve watched this more

[@kendalldesouza4595]

This song popped into my head watching the mid-season finale for invincible S2

[@DragonElixion]

Obviously please do every character, but, I'd really love to hear a take from you on Gilmore and his past.

[@merle25168]

Amazing as always ❤❤❤

[@Geek-therapy]

This hit me hard loving the song 1:58

[@Vulpecula-Enfield]

Grog is one of my favorite characters from Vox Machina. He was born to be a killer and reforged himself as a protector of the weak.

[@ryanrhino2318]

The last line chef kiss.

[@Warden60]

This song describes grog perfectly, but while listening, I also realized it describes the dark urge perfectly. If you do a good guy play through where you resist the urge in bg3

[@JnEricsonx]

Yup!

[@ctrl_user5129]

This is absolutely FANTASTIC! You mever disappoint! My only questiong though... who's next?

[@MCLefka]

Grog, experienced love. Something he never would have had. And it made him stronger. Its a cliche, but its true. Fuck with Pyke. See what happens.

[@bijornswordraise2916]

Wooooohhhh goosebumps anyone

[@peteralexandergraae2830]

One day, i will design a vox machina, the bad end. Where percy has given in to the demon, Vex became a corrupted dryad and the trees lover, scanlan as a drug addicted marfia crimelord. And ofcourse, where Grog is running rampage, keeping craven edge wellfed, any means necessary.

[@NinjaWLOG]

As prophesised!

[@drpizzagames1015]

“Herdsman don’t need no honor, a man’s only as good as his armor” went hard

[@blkhwk1321]

Nailed it, once again

[@GosuSpac3]

When does this get to Spotify?

[@ChaseNoseworthy]

I’m gonna submit it to the distributor tonight, but it usually takes one or two weeks to arrive to Spotify. Keep an eye out!

[@Name-ui9oc]

wow!

[@kendalldesouza4595]

Holy shit that was epic

[@myrojyn]

C1 vagabonds to heroes c2 chaos crew doin good c3 T.R.A.U.M.A

[@FabledHeroes3351]

Damn this is Lit 🔥 😎🤩

[@ZeldaWolf2000]

As usual, your songs are fucking amazing! Travis, better, see this, dammit! The ending is so good! I love the fact that, even though you have choruses, the ending of your songs are always some sort of change, and they're so good! Fuck yeah! God, I love your shit! You're so talented! 😀😀😀😀😀😍😍😍😍😍, 0 likes

[@Warfather17]

How would Grog be if he was a paladin? I just realized that this song would fit Angron if he chose to remain a loyal son and protected The Emperor if he was to weak to fight in a great battle

[@Syenthros]

I... Would like... TO SMITE!

[@Motsognir9791]

👍

[@bellidrael7457]

Dark Urge be like

[@laioszafeiriou4388]

So... Who's next?

[@BlackenedGold]

*"Literally me"*

[@GatorDreams]

I would like to raaage

[@xaviergould8747]

Whoever says grog is a simple character aren't paying attention at all

[@John_36]

Next song when?

[@ChaseNoseworthy]

Very soon :)

[@John_36]

@@ChaseNoseworthy I am excited

[@nathanbrehm1085]

Now do a metal version

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@Geek-therapy]

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

[@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

[@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

[@GrimmMemoirs]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@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!

[@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"

[@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

[@lightninggodjimhi5342]

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

[@scarletangel9462]

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

[@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!!!

[@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!

[@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!

[@th3boi146]

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

[@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!

[@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!

[@sof_t_]

Babe wake up its time for critical role flavoured depression

[@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!

[@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

[@JohnTheodoreMusic]

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

[@F2214_]

YEAAAAAAH CHASE POSTED!!!!!

[@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.

[@AmalyaHunter]

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

[@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?

[@brettdahl-knipe8914]

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

[@Cypher-9]

Complete and utter chills. This fits perfectly

[@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.

[@TrainingOffer]

You nailed the character - again! Love it ❤

[@silver4265]

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

[@dbroking8996]

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

[@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

[@LunaKey]

First! Love your work

[@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.

[@ZirQuu]

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

[@Blobalex]

The waiting made it better, another incredible song.

[@spectator4096]

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

[@Patch-lz9yi]

These songs never miss. Absolutely incredible.