CG5 × DAGames - Children of the Machine (Bendy and the Dark Revival Song Animation) 

Cheers for having me on the song! Was super fun to write and help out, came out KILLER :D 💖

Thanks for having me on the animation for this! Bendy is cool :)

i love how dagames just randomly goes “WE BUILT THIS MACHINEEE”

I love how powerful the imagery is at 1:25. It's like Joey was a being of hate and darkness, and the all consuming power of love purified him. But since he had no love himself, when he was purified, there was nothing left of him once he accepted the love and let it consume him, just like the darkness once had.

Cg5’s voice is genuinely angelic in his slow songs like this but combined with the soulful bombastic voice from Will is just icing on the cake.

The animation at 1:26 through 1:39 is amazing. Beautifully done. Audrey reaching for Joey's hand before he falls away, the side view of Audrey running after her father... I love it. And the lyrics only make it more impactful

I’m pretty sure the song was inspired by the quote from the game “Just because we’re born of darkness, doesn’t mean we belong to it.” It does that very well with lyrics and instrumentals that elicit feelings of both dark feelings like despair and regret but also bright feelings like hope and love. It well represents how people live on not in their grand achievements, but their real ones, their family, the ones they held dear. “The children of the machine” in the song are representative of what we create in our life, the same thing we can use to create our demons are the same thing we can use to create our sons or daughters, and I think that’s powerful.

I just love the way they approached this. It’s not the common immense horror. CG5 put all of the spices of the game into one dish, and created a never thought masterpiece. The fact that it’s like hopeful and sad and scary is just hard to take in. The verse “So wonderful how deep the love can flow!” is just to powerful, it shows how much Joey drew loved his project. And finally, Audrey, the song shows her hope, and determination while also feeling sadness along the way of her journey. I love how CG5 isn’t just one type of artist, he’s multiple, pop, rock, horror, and etc. Congrats CG5 on this masterpiece, I’m not the only one loving this, 2.7 Thousand commenters all complementing you on one song out of hundreds already here and millions more to come, and there is probably still more people that listened to the song without going on RU-vid and commenting. You have gone from 1 to 3.81 Million subscribers, and still more to come. Congratulations again, take care RU-vid travelers. Edit- bro y’all really took your time to get this to 650 likes man what an accomplishment Edit 2- bro.

Oh gosh, are we back to the wonderful times of 2017? 🔥 Thanks to Charlie and Ryan for still being able to give this community such songs! This song came out cool, the rap from Joey Drew is something 😄

This song reflects how much the events of the story impacted the lives of the others, rather than just the "big scary monsters," and I feel like we need more songs like this to shed light on the tragedy going on behind the scenes. Amazing song to all who worked on it, definitely going on my favorites :D

this genuinely hits you in a soft spot, the amount of story telling within just 3 minutes is inedible, the beat drop is amazing, the rap is so addicting, and when i saw Henry again, i cried like a baby.

0:59 the deeper vocals really make a contrast between cg5 its really great

I love it when a song is able to pick out the themes from a game and reflect them. My favorite is "He lives on through us, born from darkness, born from lust" I love the idea of an artist and their ideals living on through their art, being sung about by that art. Such a cool perspective!

This has got to be one of the most beautifully animated Bendy songs I've seen. The melody is on pointe, and it captures the game's essence so well. So happy to see Bendy coming back.

1:50 i love the Build our Machine references, so nostalgic.

I know I may go deep on this but I'd love to talk about it because it makes me feel at ease a little listening to this. "I'll show you the truth, I'll show you your purpose" - Knowing your place in society's world. "Just a pencil and a dream, created for entertainment" - Our dreams started from picking up a pencil and writing what we would like to be in the future, right? And our dreams are all over the news, articles, everywhere. "Cause when we reach the end, we do it all over again" - History repeats itself, things repeat itself, over and over. "Follow me, we are children of the machine. Barely human in a city built on broken dreams" - as we grow older, more responsibility are on our shoulders expecting things to be okay. But then there is Depression, Anxiety, and maybe some underlying mental health conditions the person doesn't know about (Yes those cases happen). "It's a joyless job, when your heart is running empty at the seams" -Adult life and teen life are difficult, don't think it's easy as it seems. It sucks the life out of you and you feel more and more insecure. "Singing on a desperate pencil and a dream" -Willing to chase your dreams but you are desperate to be there already. "You need a magic darker than mine, and a kiss from the angels casting demons from the bottom line!" - Survival of the fittest. The weak won't survive what adult life has to offer, nor will it ever. Only with luck if anything, so build that thick skin early. "So wonderful how deep the love can flow" -Being able to get close to your friends, partners, pets, and family. You are able to be vulnerable to them and are able to gain your trust. "Cause when you came to my life I couldn't bare to let go, but the curtain came to a close" -Abandonment. It happens when a friend, pet, family memeber, or someone you know passing away or just stops having a connection to you. It happens alot belive it or not. (Happened to me too couple of times). The best thing to do is move on. Did I miss anything? Reply below! (Also ty for seeing this lol)

So much more built on the tragedy of the Machine and its victims than the rage or despair that many other songs focus on. Well done, all. From the vocals to the art direction, truly a Masterpiece of Projections worth waiting for.

Seeing a new bendy and the ink machine song really put me through a massive nostalgic trip. Can't believe these bangers are still coming.

LYRICS: I’ll show you the truth, I’ll show you your purpose. Just a pencil and a dream, Created for entertainment. He lives on through us, Born from darkness, born from lust, ‘Cuz when we reach the end, We do it all over again. Follow me, We are children of the machine. Barely human in a city built on broken dreams. Follow me, We are children of the machine. Barely human in a city built on broken dreams. It’s a joyless job, When your heart’s running empty at the seams, But after eons filling up the bottle, Sitting on a desperate pencil and a dream. Well, the void was filled when you lived, To the empty ink, then we would sink, To the beat of a cog wheel turning, Love was the fuel that kept me from burning, To create this finest design, You need a magic darker than mine, And a kiss from the angels casting demons down the bottom line. So wonderful how deep the love can flow, ‘Cuz when you came into my life, I couldn’t bare to let go, But the curtain came to close. He lives on through us, We’re born from darkness, born from lust, ‘Cuz when we reach the end, We do it all over again. Follow me, We are children of the machine. Barely human in a city built on broken dreams. Follow me, We are children of the machine. Barely human in a city built on broken dreams. In the dark nightmare, See the spotlight glare, And accept your fate in time. In the dark nightmare, See the spotlight glare, And accept your fate in time. Follow me, We are children of the machine. Barely human in a city built on broken dreams.

This song takes up a very well-deserved place on the internet. Fantastic job, everyone who worked on this 8 months ago! I've watched this video numerous times, and the love for the game, the creator, and fandom is strewn lovingly throughout. Enough to make me cry.

Gotta love the double meaning with the chorus; one being the fallen ink monsters in the alternate world singing of their despair, and the other being Audrey and Bendy, with the chorus changing from despair to hope. Kinda hard to write it all out, but it's well done.

I love how it's less of a huge symphony and more of a lullaby, focusing on the sadness rather than the horror. But it's not all sadness, there's also hope. In a world of despair, Audrey is a being made of love and hope. As Joey says, "To create this finest design, you need a magic darker than mine, and a kiss form the Angels casting demons down the bottom line," it shows he was aware he wasn't a good person, and that her goodness could only come from others rather than the demons he created. I personally think that the memories found in BATDR are from others, like how shortly after we find the hotdog, we hear about it in a tape form Nathan Arch, and how it's about him enjoying life's small things.

This fits the theme of BATDR so well. It’s not exactly scary, but it’s a somewhat ominous lullaby. Also, given the themes of the game, the lyrics fit like a missing puzzle piece.

The song "Children of the Machine" by CG5 and DAGames is a reflection on the nature of existence, purpose, and creation. The lyrics of the song are dense with meaning and imagery, drawing on metaphors of darkness, lust, and broken dreams. The song speaks to the human condition, exploring the way in which we are all products of a larger system, and how we are constantly searching for meaning and purpose in our lives. The first lines of the song set the stage for the themes that will be explored throughout the rest of the lyrics. "I'll show you the truth, I'll show you your purpose," the singer declares, suggesting that there is some higher meaning or purpose to be found in life, and that it is up to the listener to discover it. This idea of purpose is further explored in the following line, "Just a pencil and a dream, created for entertainment," which suggests that life itself is a form of entertainment, and that we are all characters in a larger narrative. The idea of being created for entertainment is one that resonates with the hit online multiplayer game "Among Us." In this game, players take on the roles of crewmates on a spaceship, and must work together to complete tasks while trying to identify and eliminate any imposters who are secretly trying to sabotage their efforts. The game is a form of entertainment, and the players are all characters within the game's narrative. The lyrics of "Children of the Machine" suggest that our lives are similar to this game, and that we are all part of a larger system that is designed for entertainment. The idea of being born from darkness and lust is also explored in the song's lyrics. "He lives on through us, born from darkness, born from lust," the singer declares, suggesting that our very existence is rooted in primal urges and desires. The line "Love was the fuel that kept me from burning" suggests that love is a powerful force that can help us to overcome our more destructive impulses, and that it is necessary for our survival. The idea of being "children of the machine" is one that is repeated throughout the song. The line "Follow me, we are children of the machine" suggests that we are all part of a larger system, and that we must follow a predetermined path in order to achieve our purpose. The lyrics suggest that this path is one of struggle and hardship, as we are "barely human in a city built on broken dreams." The imagery of broken dreams is another recurring theme in the song's lyrics. The line "It's a joyless job when your heart's running empty at the seams" suggests that life is often a struggle, and that we are all fighting to find meaning and purpose in a world that can be cold and unforgiving. The line "Barely human in a city built on broken dreams" reinforces this idea, suggesting that we are all struggling to survive in a world that is filled with disappointment and shattered hopes. The song's lyrics also explore the idea of fate and acceptance. The lines "In the dark nightmare, see the spotlight glare, and accept your fate in time" suggest that we are all subject to a larger power or force, and that we must learn to accept our place in the world. This idea of acceptance is linked to the concept of fate, suggesting that our lives are predetermined, and that we must learn to accept the cards that we have been dealt. In conclusion, the song "Children of the Machine" is a powerful reflection on the nature of existence, purpose, and creation. The song's lyrics are dense with meaning and imagery, exploring themes of darkness, lust, broken dreams, and acceptance. The song speaks to the human condition, suggesting that we are all part of a larger system, and that we must learn to navigate the struggles of life in order to find meaning and purpose. The repeated refrain of "Follow me, we are children of the machine" suggests that we are all part of a larger narrative, and that we must follow a predetermined path in order to achieve our purpose. The song's connection to the online multiplayer game "Among Us" is interesting to consider as well. The game itself is a form of entertainment that requires players to work together and identify imposters who are trying to sabotage their efforts. The themes of the song, particularly the idea of being created for entertainment and following a predetermined path, seem to resonate with the experience of playing the game. The lyrics suggest that our lives are similar to the game, and that we are all part of a larger system that is designed for entertainment. Overall, the lyrics of "Children of the Machine" are powerful and thought-provoking. The song explores complex themes and ideas, drawing on metaphors of darkness, lust, and broken dreams to convey a sense of struggle and hardship that is inherent in the human experience. The repeated refrain of "Follow me, we are children of the machine" reinforces the idea that we are all part of a larger system, and that we must navigate the challenges of life in order to find meaning and purpose. The connection to the online multiplayer game "Among Us" adds an interesting layer to the song's meaning, suggesting that our lives are similar to the game, and that we are all characters in a larger narrative.

This is gorgeous and so worth the wait. We need more Bendy songs like this.

1:12 After hearing Will sing like he does for so long, hearing him sing like this gave me goosebumps

This is so... beautiful Like, you can feel all their love and passion through their voices.

0:32 that was the best beat drop ever

The nostalgia seriously hit so hard I'm literally crying. The song and animation are absolutely perfect and I couldn't ask for anything better! The fact that Will was on the song aswell is just so wholesome. It for real feels like 2017 all over again. Thank you for this absolutely stunning, beautiful, and amazing masterpiece Charlie. Well done. ♡♡♡ (Also love the Build Up Our Machine and Spotlight references at 1:56 and 2:19)

When I heard Will was going to be in this I couldn’t wait!! His raspy voice just adds so much more personality. I absolutely love the rhythm and overall vibe!! This came out amazing, can’t wait to listen to it on repeat. Great job Charlie and Will 😄✨

I’ve been non stop listening to this song for the past 4 weeks, it’s just honestly that good.

I came across this last night in a random music playlist, and I've had this on repeat on and off for the last day. I don't know why, but this song is like the best song I've ever heard and I'll be 48 in a couple months. I think it's something about the audio itself and the visuals working together to perfectly blend a sad story together like no other. Because of this song and another I came across I might wind up getting the Bendy games to just experience the story first hand! Good job on this and such epic voices, I will continue to listen to this till I have it burned into my brain!

CG5 has truly made me surprised song by song, day by day. He is an artist with so much wonder to his voice! As a South African, I see CG5 as a symbol of a young talented voice.

I've genuinely never heard a song like this before. To me it sounds totally unique. Kudos to everyone because I will be adding this to all of my playlists. I wholeheartedly believe this song should play with the credits.

Although this is unlikely to be seen now, this is truly a masterpiece, better than any fanmade game song I have ever heard. It is so good that I even shed tears for it. Instead of the horror, it focuses on the tragedy within the ink. But hope still rises despite all the sorrow, with love and goodwill eventually overcoming the darkness, which is the most moving part of the game, thus making this piece filled by tension and power. CG5's work made the song nearly impeccable, and the distinctive voice from DAGames also did an excellent job. Without the two working together, we wouldn't be able to hear this.

1:12 THIS LINE GOES HARRRD

CG5, I mean it, you've outdone yourself here. This is one of the best fan songs I've ever seen you and DAGames did such an amazing job on this. Already on all my playlists

It feels like 2017 again, an amazing song with amazing animations with amazing creators on an amazing game.

we makin it out the ink realm with this one

This song hits hard not just in context of the story of the game itself but in the context of the people who've played it. It's not just that the characters in the game who're “Children of the Machine” but, if you truly think about it, many of us were raised by Bendy and the Ink Machine and various other indie games (FNAF, Undertale, Etc). But using Bendy as the example, we were raised by the Ink Machine, making us children of the machine.

Man this got me so emotional. I’ve been listening to your old Bendy and the Ink Machine songs since the new game came out, and I’m SO glad you made another one specifically for Dark Revival 🙏🙏 You and Will popped off with these beautiful vocals, and Coda’s animation visuals turned out so perfectly! Absolute GEM ❤

2:38 this part legit gave me goosebumps. This song is gorgeous and is going straight on my Spotify playlist! Keep up the good work, Charlie! :D

An excellent and heartfelt song with quality animation to boot. Also, on a _very_ different note: I couldn't help but think that a sizeable portion of these lyrics could be construed as a Magos Biologis techpriest who is unusually passionate about their work roaming the remains of a destroyed city, with flashbacks where they remember their work creating newborns (and the paperwork of such; yes they use a quill & ink bottles), along with memories of the one kid they were _really_ fond of (their own genetic descendant?)

My favorite part was when he sang "So wonderful how deep the love can flow". That part hit me hard. I repeated that part atleast a 100 times

Maybe it's cause I've been listening to it on loop for hours, but it feels so lovely that starts and ends on same(or at least similar) notes, so it feels like a cycle, just the Animated World in BATDR and BATIM existing in loops. The voice combo of Will and Charlie are wonderful as well, with such stunning visuals to accompany it make this such a fantastic song. Thank you for another wonderful song, and I can't wait for the next one, if and when it comes.

1:00 was a amazing moment for me because of the way he assures you then shows how much you are loved I honestly almost cried on this part.

absolutely adore this song. it has such a specific sound that I genuinely cannot fully describe. the best I can explain it as is a sort of solemn joy/acceptance which is absolutely perfect considering the source material. you guys did incredible on this!

Listened to this like 40 times now...Still can't get enough.

This song is synonymous with nostalgia, it is a masterpiece that gives you so much emotion, nostalgia, feeling and happiness that it makes it your favorite instantly

I’ve listened to the song many times and since it’s release has been stuck in my head, the song is absolutely amazing ❤

It's been a year since this masterpiece of a game was released. This song brings me nostalgic vibes for some reason. It's like a lullaby you hear when times were so much simpler. I will forever love this franchise. This song is truly lovely and reminds me of Bendy being a huge part of my childhood.

This music is just something else. Just the low tone and slow speed. The slow beat combined with the fast lyrics of the second verse just combines perfectly. The somewhat hopeful sounding of the tune just feels different. It just sounds different imagining the situation of the song. It really just sounds good.

I absolutely love the almost marching, footstep like beat with 'Follow me, we are children of the Machine' Especially at the end, when the group arrives upon the Audrey and Bendy fusion- the children having arrived to see the cycles end. This whole song gives me shivers, most BATIM/BATDR songs are in a jazzy, swing type beat. But this one is so much more solemn and reflects on the true tragedy of the machine and those who have been 'blessed' by the ink.

The animation for this was so gorgeous and the song fit so well with it, this is definitely an instant classic

Id listened to this song since it came out, but I only just now actually watched a full playthrough and its crazy how context elevated this experience for me

God the visuals are STUNNING. Ive rewatched this over and over already! I adore the care put into the meaning of the lyrics in certain parts- its so powerful!

I’m absolutely blown away. This is my new favorite Bendy song, no contest. It encapsulates the themes of BATDR nigh flawlessly. Amen to you brilliant madmen, AMEN.

Holy crap! I didn’t expect a song based on BatDR to be so beautiful! A wonderful job for a wonderful game Charlie!

My 6yr old introduced me this song and I’ve been hooked. I found a message in the lyrics. Now I’m like thinking about our creation, being conscious, living with responsibilities and working to overcome challenges 😃

As a big BATIM and BATDR fan i almost cried during the song because its in the emotional parts rather than the horror ones, and it’s also very accurate to the game not gonna lie. It became one of my favourite if not my favourite song yet!

Almost nostalgic video style. I am whole-heartedly obsessed once again, such satisfying visuals Coda!! Charlie and DAGames did a very touching job at the vocals. They really set off emotions somewhere within me. Gorgeously pulled off. You executed the song along with the concept of the game amazingly!!

is it just me or whenever cg5 makes a new song you play it on repeat for like 4 hours without getting bored and you get inspiration to do something?

This is probably the best batdr 3d animated video I've seen yet

It’s incredible to see the amount of skill and time put in to this between DAGames and CG5. This song is unlike anything else I have seen on this channel and I have watched it about 10+ times before writing this review. The visuals tell the story so intricately and shows how within any dire situation, good will and perseverance always overpowers fear or anxiety. This isn’t just a song, it’s a beautiful message that relates to everyone.

what i like about cg5 the most, when he makes song, he doesnt just make them, he give them a... purpose, meaning, emotions. he give the song personally, an image and a story. he truly loves his job and passion and is ready to take it on another level. we love you cg5

anyone else likes how at 1:07 Ardrey just stands there

I love how it transitions to scenes and areas in the game. The animation is just perfect, wish you keep up with these. I absolutely adore your songs.

1:13 was the most replayed part of the whole song.

2:20 Henry's my favorite character in Bendy, so I love this shot of him at the end, almost like he's the light at the end of the inky, dark tunnel. Great work! Edit: I just got into a really emotional mood thinking about this song and the whole of Bendy's story, so when I watched it again and Henry's smiling face showed up at the end, I literally teared up. Like, come on, man...

This sounds like a genuine song I'd hear on the radio, the lyrics and music are so nice! Great job to everyone who worked on this.

words cannot explain how much of a masterpiece this song is. you've gathered all of the spices of dark revival and blended them into one beautiful dish of a song. I believe that the love joey drew had for Audrey, carried on into her heart. now its officially Bendy's turn to be loved.

such a beautiful track i had both tears of joy and sadness 🥲👍

Amazing song as always, it’s great to see you back making music! Your collabs have always turned out great.

I just recently started drawing, and this song is motivating me even more to keep on trying after failing a sketch, it reminds me how much it will be all worth it to be able to actually animate something and spread my creations throughout the internet. I hope to see you all in a couple of years when I'm able to actually animate :D

BRO, I LOVE THIS SONG!!!! ❤❤❤

"We do it all over again" and "see the "spotlight" there" hit hard and also "spotlight" was a old song from cg5 it was lovely

Por qué siempre las canciones sobre los finales el videojuego me hacen llorar? Primero con My Masterpiece y ahora Children of the Machine 😭🌹

Rhyming nostalgic and also looks like it’s animated back in 2016 or 17 when there was animations for Bendy and the ink machine

I loved this song, for some reason the whole songs lyrics strikes me to my core. Like emotionally something about it is relatable. Like Da verse/ chorus hit the hardest even made me tear up. Honestly it's hard to explain but point is I love the song.

0:49 I know this is supposed to be a sad song- but imagine an army of lost ones just marching towards you like a military squad-

So many others have said it already, but I think this song is just incredible at looking at the other side of this game. I was hesitant to listen to the song at first, expecting the usual strong and aggressive approach, but I was pleasantly surprised by a lullaby tune and alluring lyrics. Been listening to it on repeat ever since then!! Wonderful work 🙌🙌

I swear CG5 needs to make a live concert

The animation coda made really tied this song together perfectly. He deserves more views for his solo projects

This song is so underrated. The lyrics are genius, and the tone is so different from other Bendy songs in the best way possible. I love how it's more... upbeat? Uplifting? I'm not sure if those are the right words, but it's not dark or edgy. Usually, I'm all for those darker, heavy-metal/electronic-esque songs, but over time, I've grown to appreciate the less edgy/calmer stuff more. In other words, your work is fantastic as always, CG5. I know you'll keep up the great work!

No poor baby bendy at 0:54 :(

I never really into Bendy and the Ink Machine, but this hits different! And collaborating with DAGames.. makes it better. Love you guys! Keep up the great work Charlie!

joey drew's part hits harder than my dad's belt

IM GONNA CRY BROOOOO, STAAAHHHPP!!! (Plz don't stop, this is phenomenal. Keep it up.)

0:47 me and the bois going to raid area 51 and get Dunkin' Donuts after:

I’m absolutely speechless, this is one of the most beautiful Bendy songs I’ve ever heard! And the animation fits so well!

This is such an amazing song. I just love songs that have a hidden meaning that not everyone will understand. She sounds so soothing. You really made her stunningly beautiful.. Someday, it will become one of the best Bendy songs ever. And someday, in a couple of years, we will listen to it again, with the feeling that it came out quite recently❤..

Another masterpiece by your boy cg5

"There is no way a BATDR song can make me cry" "So wonderful how deep the love can flow" "Cause when you came into my life, I couldn't bare to let go" Me: *Starts crying* THIS IS SO GOOD!!! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!! ☺️

Such a beautiful melody and instrumental with outstanding vocals! Y'all really killed it on this one.

I have listened to this on repeat since it came out, and it is still just as good

Lyrics: I'll show you the truth I'll show you your purpose Just a pencil and a dream Created for entertainment He lives on through us Born from darkness, born from lust 'Cuz when we reach the end We do it all over again Follow me We are children of the machine Barely human in a City built on broken dreams Follow me We are children of the machine Barely human in a City built on broken dreams It's a joyless job When your heart's running empty At the seams But after eons filling up the bottle Singing on a desperate Pencil and a dream Well the void was filled when you lived To the empty ink, then we would sink To the beat of a cog wheel turning Love was the fuel that Kept me from burning To create this finest design You need a magic darker than mine And a kiss from the angels casting Demons down the bottom line So wonderful how deep The love can flow 'Cuz when you came into my life I couldn't bare to let go But the curtain came to close He lives on through us We're born from darkness, born from lust 'Cuz when we reach the end We do it all over again Follow me We are children of the machine We built this machine Barely human in a City built on broken dreams Follow me We are children of the machine You came to life Barely human in a City built on broken dreams In the dark nightmare, see the spotlight glare And accept your fate in time In the dark nightmare, see the spotlight glare And accept your fate in time Follow me We are children of the machine Barely human in a City built on the dreams End of the lyrics :)

1:27 this bit sounds a lot like Disney

They aren’t any word that express my amazementment. DAGames did an absolute amazing job, and CG5 was breathtaking, as always. I feel like even if you have no idea what the heck an “Ink Demon” is, you can still love the song. I respect everything you do. Welcome back from break, Charlie. Love, MrCramRam

this song sounds so powerful!

Talk about underrated