"Unchained" - KARLACH SONG (Baldur's Gate 3)

[@ColmRMcGuinness]

What character should I make a song about next? Also the presave link to my his song is in the description! Stay very handsome!

[@FBWL-u1r]

I'd like to hear your take on a song about Gale or Astarion pls ^^

[@MarinaChao]

Shadowheart plsss

[@johnfrancis3203]

Shadowheart/Gale/Asterian/ (Long shot but someone does) Lae'Zael/Not a companion but uhhhh. Auntie whatever. Also The girl crazy auntie has kidnapped?

[@andreasnolte9475]

Shadowheart would be Great

[@FFT-wr3gl]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/rn7SaKidjNqXeaM Raphael's theme, enough said

[@Red_Dun]

I love how some KZbinrs have basically become Bards, singing the tales of the differnet Companions like they are part of that world. It makes the game feel more real

[@carpz7281]

First Jonathan and now Colm making a Karlach song? and the fact that they are released back to back.

[@johnfrancis3203]

I was wondering if this was a cover of Jon's song lol

[@MandibleBones]

They're both so good, and so different. And now they need to cover each other's songs 🙂

[@dipolartech]

Its a conspiracy!

[@theneongemini]

And both on my playlist as it should be😂😂😂

[@Claymann71]

"That man is into Muscle Girls!" "What true-man isn't into Muscle Girls?!"

[@heartfullofpink6605]

"Revenge and Redemption both tread the same lines" is such a good line.

[@nanomario]

Dude, now you are morally obligated to make a song for each companion you know this right?

[@nerderonofficial]

AGREED

[@owenwallbrecht5077]

it’s been 7 months and i still have hope it will happen

[@RachelHardy]

"Revenge and redemption both tread the same lines" This entire song is such a good overview of the pain beneath Karlach's tough front. Killed it my friend! clapclapclapclapclapclapclap

[@RachelHardy]

pls sign my brain tadpole

[@rencunin]

that line is so poignant, I love it! Also just recognised your name from the BG3 song with jonathan and colm, you were incredible! would love to see BG3 covers/songs from you!

[@1991USsoldier]

​@@RachelHardythe tape tadpole squirms happily as you click play again. As the music plays, you feel a connection brush against your mind. It recognizes it's own kind...

[@saucyblossom]

@@RachelHardy It's adorable that you and Colm have continued the "pls sign my ___" bit for so long 😂 I hope it never stops and extra hope for another collab in the future. 😊 🎉

[@Emma-pl1qz]

Did not see this coming, dear gods it's incredible. All the love for our Baebarian Karlach.

[@IndigoIndustrial]

Bae-barian, Bae-zel, Shadow-bae, Milf-ara, Bae-hira.

[@Dndfan1997]

Lol stop 😂​@@IndigoIndustrial

[@1991USsoldier]

​@@Dndfan1997ass-stare-ion? Lol

[@TheDarkPreacher65]

I know this is just supposed to be a Karlach song, but as a war veteran with PTSD, I identify with the lyrics all too well. I tear up every time I hear it. Thanks, Colm, for writing into song what I sometimes can't say myself.

[@etherealboomslang991]

Hey regardless of country, I'm glad you're still with us and holding strong. I'm sorry you suffer but know that you did something that most people only dream of and you have my deepest respect. Never ever feel ashamed of shedding tears.

[@emreads]

It makes sense sadly. Kalach was forced to do terrible things in a war she never even wanted to be in. I have talked to a lot of Vietnam Vet that had this feeling too. Regardless of the war or the country, it makes sense to connect. Hell I have never been in war, but I feel so much connection to this to with PTSD from "war" with certain parts of society and things I have been though. Take care of yourself

[@AA-cf4es]

​@@etherealboomslang991except Russia. No, I'm not sorry. I am Russian.

[@پوریاصحبتزاده-ب3ب]

Let me add one more word to this then: Thanks man. For everything

[@dropkickpiper3204]

For those of you who have also run the adventure Descent Into Avernus, there's something to be said about how this song quietly highlights how much Zariel and Karlach's stories have in common and how much of a foil Karlach is for Zariel's fall from grace. I think it's absolutely a shame that we didn't get any scenes with Zariel in the game itself, because there's something poignant that could've been done there.

[@ВладиславБулаев-л3э]

Possibly DLC content?

[@dvklaveren]

​@user-mu8dm4rk7g They've already said they won't do DLC, I think.

[@johnpaulgilbert3898]

Full Lyrics: Far off on the risen road Sits demonsbane Plagued by the scars and The thoughts that remain A way to resolve but No way to forget Unchained and Unshackled But bound by regret Twisted in Torment As you waged his war You were adorned in The weight of their souls How to atone And to wash what you've seen Hands forced by another But stained all the same Clawed up from below You escaped from the nine Revenge and Redemption Both tread the same lines Twisted in Torment As you waged his war You were adorned in The weight of their souls Mistress of War After you made them fall You were adorned in The weight of us all Twisted in Torment As you waged his war You were adorned in The weight of their souls Mistress of War After you made them fall You were adorned in The weight of us all

[@agentxx3022]

Did not expect a BG3 song here... I'm all for it. More please, this game is amazing

[@Hyperdragon97]

As much as I love Devil With a Heart of Iron, I love this even more. It just moves me more, y'know?

[@thelorewright]

That subtle Gortash reference gave me chills. Love this song. Maybe Gale or Jaheira next?

[@dropkickpiper3204]

It's even better since it could refer to Gortash OR Asmodeus. Also yes, I agree there needs to be some more Jaheira appreciation.

[@thelorewright]

@@dropkickpiper3204 I didn't even think of Asmodeus, but obviously he would have a claw in everything that's happening in the Hells.

[@alertedcoyote7892]

@@thelorewright Much more than that! By most Lore implications, he STARTED the Blood War to gather power and raise himself to godhood. It is quite literally HIS war.

[@Lawry_illustrations]

My favorite musician singing about my favorite Baldur's gate companion!! ❤ Glad you're back, Colm!

[@Rattman_4126]

That's a 30 performance check, soldier

[@Tanya19898]

Dear Sir, I didn't even play Baldur's Gate, but oh Gods, this song is soooo amazing, I've been listening it on repeat three days in a row, and I still love it. Just THANK YOU, PLEASE DO MORE

[@cristianturbian2513]

Now you also need to do one for every companion. PLEASE

[@cirescythe]

And for every player class, subclass and race combination!

[@MassisKharne]

Well. here's another song going that's going to be on loop for the next few days. Thank you, Colm, beautiful song

[@AimlessSavant]

Seeing Karlach break down in Act 3 made me weep. This song echos that painful scene. Ugh, perfection.

[@kodain]

Oh my, everyone is burning up for Karlach it seems. Plenty of songs with her that have ascended recently. It's quite a devilish surprise, but a welcome one.

[@cirescythe]

Pff everybody knows that my dragonborn paladin Coatl is the best character in the game.

[@TotalSH]

I'm really thankful for a song that actually goes in depth into Karlach as a character. All other fan songs I've heard are always extremely peppy and gloss over all the pain she went through and the turmoil she actually feels when she's not masking it all. This song captures it perfectly.

[@alexisharper241]

You created something so beautiful! Lovely melody and gorgeous instrumental music.👍

[@vader_pt5932]

This is absolutely beautiful, a worthy song for Karlach, keep up the amazing work!

[@shimaenaga5656]

Someone please take me on an adventure... We could sing all the coolest bard songs together 🍂

[@christopherpierce6609]

Man, I need that sweater. Just beautiful, not saying anything of the music itself. Good to hear those passionate pipes you've got without all the tuning and all in on the passion.

[@toadlemax7551]

Ooh love it. I got chills when he started singing.

[@bethbaskett3]

Colm, amazing, as always! I absolutely love your voice so much...

[@jantomaszewski546]

Earth has 4,6 billions of years. And I'm livin in time that Colm making music. Win as f*ck

[@Gilgamesh631]

I can safely say, after hearing you for years at this point, I have no doubt in my mind that you are one of the great singers of our generation, I have not been disappointed once by any of your songs, you can easily feel the passion and effort that goes into making these songs. Excellent work!

[@Golfi101]

Colm your back👑 we missed you

[@Designer-Speech7143]

Great to see that one of my favourite musicians also enjoyed the game! Great job, Colm! Hope that you had fun!

[@talonsmith2016]

You just keep getting better and better!

[@alertedcoyote7892]

For people who aren't familiar with wider DnD lore, "His War" might be confusing, since Karlach served Zariel, who is a she. However, I presume this refers to the fact that Zariel herself serves Asmodeus, and that you could say that the Blood War is "His" war, since he's one of the main interested parties. One of the theories is that Asmodeus began this war to ensure his own ascension to godhood and control over the lower planes, which he is largely successful in.

[@dropkickpiper3204]

I’ve said so elsewhere, but I also want to point out that to that effect, if you just change a scant few details this song is about Zariel herself being bound to Asmodeus. The adventure Descent Into Avernus (a direct tie in to BG3) shows that when Zariel fell from the Heavens, she did it because she’d attempted to force a peace in the Bloodwar herself. Her forces were dropping like flies, so she turned to Asmodeus in desperation. In fact, while it is apparently not the canon ending to BG3, in that adventure if the players manage to make a sufficiently strong case, they can convince her to take up her old weapon and start walking toward redemption. (Granted, the way the adventure suggests you do it is very silly, and I don’t like it). Anyway, the point is that Zariel and Karlach are way more alike than people realize and that’s something I desperately hope gets explored in any future BG media.

[@mayapilkey3577]

The war first started when asmodeus and the legions of angels were sent to fight the demons of the abyss. The corruption of the abyss transformed all the angels in the war into devils. The devils were banished from heaven, from their home and the only way back is to become a god. Heaven started the war and punished all of their soldiers with banishment. Asmodeus continues the war so that he can become a god

[@Ramseas119]

in the brilliant words of Karlach: "Fuck yes!"

[@breenarnianwarhorse5051]

Wow, lovely. I know nothing about where this song comes from, but your cover paints a beautiful, haunting picture. Loved it.

[@Steph-xq3sx]

Beautiful song!

[@Hope-Arising]

It's great to have you back! I love the candles! And I really love the captions!!

[@KecS]

Yeeeeeesss. Same here 👏

[@Quadraxis]

A wonderful tribute to Mama K. One to truly rage for.

[@xxLucianVamp]

beautiful work as always 🥰

[@bek0hmsford]

Heard this in Samantha's stream and it's great. Nice work.

[@ShamanicGG]

Karlach in my heart

[@Valkarion117]

I was in the top 13% of listeners for 2023 for Colm, Looks like I'm stuck here again for 2024...

[@TheCreepypro]

it is so good to hear this from colm! so good!

[@braveatheart]

This is unbelievably stunning!!!!!! Will be listening on a loop! I hope you do a whole album for the Tadpole Squad ❤️

[@ViscoMordorGames]

To say it's impressive would be an understatement for how good this song is. My congratulations from Spain

[@arigravity2833]

Can't wait to share with my friends who actually play

[@keiroty7187]

Karlach is a definite fan favourite

[@marc0s158]

this is quickly becoming my favorite song. bless you for bringing this into being 😊

[@wizzzjer]

Coooooooolm! Amazing job! The lyrics, the mood, evrything is just perfect. Thank you, king ❤

[@SusanneHerbst-dc2ld]

Such a beautiful song! I'll have to listen to it again and again. And I think I have to look into Baldurs Gate too

[@toddmaliepaard9777]

I keep saying that every time Colm and Jonathan Young release a new song based on the game

[@SusanneHerbst-dc2ld]

@@toddmaliepaard9777 I just need more time! Do you know where to buy some spare time?

[@wolffang489]

"Avalon" by the Dreadnoughts. I have yet to see anyone cover it but I feel like you'd nail it. "This is basically the only good song we've ever done", they said.

[@Helldragon789]

Goddamn this song is straight fire! Hellsfire even! Im glad best girl is getting so much attention

[@starwarp8885]

Colm. You never disappoint. This is an amazing and epic song. Keep up the great work

[@JulianaBlewett]

Karlach's story is the saddest of all

[@DrakeWurrum]

Man, now I'm wondering how you would sound doing Close in the Distance from the Primals.

[@matteomasi298]

Not just one of my favourite videogame song, but one of the best songs i've ever listened to. An amazing masterpiece

[@DrKnockers05]

Came here from Karlach themselves, Samantha Béart! Hearing your song in their stream, I had to go find it properly and man, what a banger! Amazing job!

[@ZandyrBier004]

Wooo! Great work, love the lyrics so much!

[@GoddessOfThree]

AH!!! I love finding out that an artist I love made a song from another thing I love!!

[@Lillyjanelavender]

The lighting and set in this is excellent!

[@HospitalerSt]

Great job soldier ;)

[@kungknas6108]

This makes me want to upgrade my computer to the point where it can play Baldur's Gate 3.

[@ВладиславБулаев-л3э]

Hopefully you'll be able to play it soon!

[@arhangeo]

I would give it a shot if its not too bad of a rig. Just cap your fps to 30 or 44 and look up optimization guides for the game. Benchmarking and Zykopath have good ones. Its a turn based game so you really dont need high fps. And game's performance is much better now compared to when it launched.

[@cirescythe]

Incredible game. Relatively suiteable for older rigs as well as long as you turn the reactive crowds setting off.

[@MandibleBones]

This is haunting and beautiful, and I love it. The only reason it's not hands-down my favorite Karlach song is that I've had Jonathan Young's "Devil With A Heart of Iron" stuck in my head since five minutes after it was released... but still, this is amazing. Immediately going on my playlists.

[@k92littlered]

What an absolute delight about one of the best characters. ❤️

[@wittyusernamefailed]

I adore the soft breatiness you sang the first part in. It seems to me (might be wrong of course) you prefer to sing more powerfully most of the time, and that does sound fantastic, don't get me wrong, I love that. But you need not hold back on the sofness either, especially when you put more force in the chorus for contrast. You're an extremely versatile singer and it's been exciting to watch you develop more and more

[@VikingNerd2024]

Oh my god?! I heard this on Sam's stream and had no clue it was LEGIT a song made about Karlach. This is incredible!

[@jaymzodonnell]

what a beautiful song and delivered with such power.. i love it

[@ColtonRMagby]

Colm's music means it's good day. When it comes to characters, bring them all on.

[@Garret007]

Nice, a Karlach song!

[@perfectlyhopeless]

This is so beautiful 🥺💕

[@stephanietodd4105]

Been fighting the urge to buy Baldur's Gate due to $$ atm and this song cover isn't helping me fight those urges to purchase it. Lol, thanks Colm, good work as usual :D

[@cirescythe]

Do it. Forget to eat while playing = save money.

[@1991USsoldier]

Have you played yet?

[@stephanietodd4105]

@@1991USsoldier No I havent gotten a chance to yet :(

[@1991USsoldier]

@@stephanietodd4105 you will not regret it I promise you. I was not big into RPGs anymore but this game has me hooked so bad I have over 80 hours in one month while working full time and being married. Love my camp full of misfits.

[@jackl4614]

If you're ever thinking of doing another Irish folk cover, I think you'd do a very good version of Finnegans Wake.

[@toddmaliepaard9777]

No idea about the game, but the content you and JoYo put out based on it have been great

[@cirescythe]

Best game i ever played, to answer that :D

[@1991USsoldier]

The game is every bit and unique and beautiful as the content. The characters are the most immersive and human seeming characters I have EVER witnessed in any game. Beautifully complex individuals.

[@rencunin]

I can't stop listening to this on loop but every time I hear that first note I keep thinking you're about to play Old Time Battles from the soundtrack!

[@NilasJunkyard]

A worthy tribute to her. Makes me love her even more.

[@trajan74]

"Adorned in the weight of their souls." Damn.

[@jeremydyck2601]

Beautiful job Colm. 10/10

[@JasonW14]

This is phenomenal Colm, hats off to you good sir!!!!

[@MrCrazyAndy]

this is just too good, like wow. Hitting it out the park is an understatement!

[@Shinnja]

love it

[@anitaassad4499]

Hi from Johannesburg south Africa. Really well done.

[@JnEricsonx]

STAHP....you make awesome Mighty Nein music, and now BG3 music? Oh hell yes.

[@BlackSmithWolves]

Kinda hits that inbetween of power and emotion. I don't honestly know how to feel about it, but I also can't stop hitting replay haha.

[@ShadowBlade765]

More original songs please! Cannot get enough of this!

[@marc0s158]

I adore this so so much! beautifully captures her regret, Incredible!

[@BlatheringBlighter]

Honestly, everything about this song is great. Had goosebumps thru it all!

[@rozannascorgie-spence7767]

That is beautiful. Thank you Colm. Stay forever handsome 😊

[@guerney2000]

Thanks fo this, soldier

[@n7lyriumghost744]

This song is soooo good! So glad YT recommended it.

[@AimlessSavant]

Colm. You are impeccable. Your music is top!

[@Latinoman116]

My bard performing this for his great love, Karlach! This is in my head canon now.

[@thiagoribas5898]

Im fall in love for this song! Thats wonderfull! great work! Great Song! \o/

[@marcparent9857]

I adore how this game has become such a cultural phenomenon. Like, it feels like it came at the right time for all of us and we all are getting more from it than most other games ever did...

[@ArneBab]

This is beautiful! Thank you! And I would love seeing a mod which includes this song in the new epilogue.

[@talonsmith2016]

I don't know this movie or game or whatever it is lol but I love Colm's voice on this song

[@TheFaithlessGod]

Did this song get taken off Apple Music? I just noticed it wasn’t in my library anymore and I can’t find it via searching.

[@peacefulhazkam3916]

Astonishing as always, keep up the good work for as long as you can

[@Matts-Edge]

Glad you're back :) Also, in case you're still working on that Shanty Album I'd really like to suggest Ode to Falling from Peter Pan and Wendy and All For me Grog by The Longest Johns. And my sister wanted to suggest Float from Tinkerbell. God Bless :)

[@Bbboby123]

Karlach #1

[@TalonOfDragon]

Is there going to be a Lae'zel or Astarion song? ❤