PARANOiD DJ - 'We're Sure To Drown (Husk's Tale)' feat. Cycoriot (Hazbin Hotel Pilot) 

I am still blown away of how awesome this song turned out! I will be having this on a loop for a while!! Thank you so much for having me apart of this project, I am still in awe!! Keep up the fantastic work!!!

"Life isn't a musical, hun." Husk; My story? You got Vocals then? Charlie; *GIGGLY NOISES.*

I love how husk isn't really talking about himself and his life but talks about why Charlie's dream that everyone can change for good will not happen, not because evil peoples can't change but because hell is full of broken beings, not necessarily evil, just broken with no hope to change because they won't ever try...This is something Alastor could never explain to charlie as she would not Believe it but husk is one of those broken souls and knows what he's talking about...Brilliant

“I can’t love or cry or hate so who the fu*k cares about my fate!?-“ GAVE ME LITERAL CHILLS-

"The only spirit left in me is from a bottle off the shelf" That line hit harder than it should've...

“Giving up , big mistake” such a beautiful call back to Alastor’s song and Husks verse

Love the concept for this. At first it seemed like Husk was just giving his life story. Thought it was purely to dissuade Charlie from trying. But by the end, with the way he sings, it seems like he’s giving her an education on the type of people she’ll likely be dealing with. Love how at the end he even lets her know she’s got her heart in the right place and she’s probably right about some people. Just not him

I would LOVE to hear Kieth David sing this

Adam: Hell is forever! Husker: Hell is forever for me.

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="286">4:46</a> i love how husker apologies to charlie and says that she has a good heart and that there might be someone worthy to be redeemed, but just doesn't believe it's him.

As a creator you always seem to understand the assignment with each character's song you've put out. I look forward to this next masterpiece

The crazy thing is that this song still fits even now that we know Husk was an Overlord before he became tied to Alastor. We don't know how he died, or who he was within the show (yet).

You know what’s really sad? All those who Charlie tries to help always tell her they have no chance of getting out of Hell, without even realizing that the girl they’re talking to has an even *less* of getting to Heaven than they do, if any at all.

Alastor’s laugh at <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="97">1:37</a> is so haunting. It’s reminiscent of how Val laughs in Vox and Angel’s songs, and it’s a reminder that despite how the Radio Demon acts, he’s still a manipulative overlord of hell

I love how Husk always talks over Charlie during the song, just like he doesn't want to listen to her nor let her talk because he strongly believes he can't be saved and Charlie shouldn't waste her time with him.

The way Charlie sings "If you think I'm giving up on you, big mistake" the same way Husk sang "If you think you're getting out of this, big mistake" is just perfect.

This is the perfect Husk anthem even after watching the first 4 episodes of the series, everything fits him spot on and his tragic situation. 😭

I like how Husk isn't wrong. "Tell me, how you gonna fix me?" and her answer is "Give me a chance". Don't get me wrong, her positivity is coming from the right place, but to someone older and more jaded, an answer like that is too wishy-washy to be taken seriously. It suggests she has no plan, just a desire to try. Good intentions, but the road to hell is paved with such acts.

"Raise a glass to the empty hearted, we're too far gone to know where it all started." That line HITS. You can associate it with a lot of characters and real life, raising a glass to a fate that's been accepted and downing it. Going through so much, down a twisting path of pain and suffering that you're too far gone to remember where it all started in the first place after enduring a lot

The fact that he drowns himself in alcohol, gambling, let's other push himself around but then immediately and fiercely rejects an offer of redemption, not in a mean way, but in a tired way of a man that has done nothing but continue running away from his sorrows makes it clear that he is _far from_ hollow. And far from being unable to gain redemption. He is the type that will run away again and again and again, but every time he runs away from a thing that seems likely or has started to move his old heart, the running away will get harder and harder, he will need to drink and gamble more and more just to keep it out of his mind... ...until he will have to face a decision. To constantly feel as he is failing to run away or face his sorrows, the things tugging at his tired heart. And that's when you latch onto him and try to guide him to a path of redemption. But even then, don't expect him not to run away once in a while. Just make it sure that no matter how often he runs away, you will always be there to find him again. This is Hell, you have eternity to break his defenses. He is an old and tired soul, so the only thing you can do is to out patience his resistance.

These hit different now the show is out, especially the interaction with husker and Alastor

I love how Charlie's opening verse is a callback to Husk's verse in "Smile Like You Mean It" ! Downright brilliant, my guy!!!

The voice acting and soundtrack Was amazing and Shows husker's character: A man who suffered a lot and believes to be far from redeemable and Not worthy to be loved. A truly tragic character. Hopefully he will learn in the Show he can be redeemed and worthy to be loved.

I love how it doesn’t really portray husk as a bad person, just a person with no hope left in his soul

this song really fits husk rn after knowing he was a ex overlord

1. This sounds like a song that is very reminiscent of the old fallouts songs which already fits Husk as is because of the whole war veteran thing. 2. Charlie using Husk’s motif from ‘Smile Like You Mean It’ hits way harder than I was ready for, but I love it either way. I never thought motifs switching out like that would work so well. Keep staying true to your work, it’s more noticeable that you might think.

I LOVE the use of the 'smile like you mean it' melody for Charlie. It's as if Charlie is either trying to convince Husk using his own words or Husk has taken inspiration from her, depending on which scene happened first. The different genre from your other music makes it all the more interesting, and I feel like you nailed fitting it right in with the story you're telling. Amazing job!

This song is awsome, it show how much of a cynical and disillusioned man Husker is but it also show that he is not beyond redemption, since he's rather nice with Charlie (which is more than you can say for a lot of the other sinners) and even cheer her up by saying that she is maybe right about someone. I really like the dynamic between those two and how Charlie believe in everyone and can make people like Angel or Husk be a little bit more empathic because even if Angel like to piss of Vaggie he is nicer to Charlie and don't wanna saddened her.

"I can't love, cry or hate" This really hits hard

As someone who used to work in a pediatric and adult psychological unit in a hospital, this song definitely resonates with me. Some of them wanted to get better, some were just there because their family or psychologist forced them to be there. It is so hard to get through to the later, and it takes a very long time (sometimes years), but the end result is always worth all the hard work. Thank you so much for creating this song! Not only is it a banger, but gives such a good message!

SOO FUCKING GOOODDDDD NICE WORK!

vaggie : life isnt a musical alastor : SMILE LIKE YOU MEAN IT- husk: I WAS ONCE A WANDERING MAN- angel dust: GO AHEAD AND USE ME UP

Love the parallel between "Smile like you mean it" and this song. They have a section, that both has a rhythmical similarity and are quite close to one another with the lyrics. Smile like you mean it: Husk: They say you reap what you sow And in this town, you should damn well know That what the Radio Demon wants He’s gonna take I’ve seen him kill Hell’s greatest evils Shake the status quo in upheaval So if you think you're gettin’ outta this? Big mistake… In this song: Charlie: You may well reap what you sew But that isn't how this program goes 'cause in the end, all that we want is your soul saved [...] I've watched the fall of many people Both the good and the downright evil But if you think I'm giving up on you, big mistake!

This song really dug deep into a character we don't know much about the level of depth brought into this song was insane.

When I was first introduced to Husk, I genuinely liked him. He came off as a real devil-may-care kind of person. But, through this song, you find that Husk lives up to the namesake, albeit one that tells you about his past; he never gives any details, just the clues to piece together his life and state a clear message: there is nothing here to redeem. Yet, he was willing to lay it all out for someone who was willing to lend an ear and, in a way, it's more than an obligation; there is something in him that cares. Thank you for this song; it really touches my heart to know that there's more to the character than meets the eye.

After watching episode 4, I kinda wish we get sequel extension with this between Husk and Charlie. hey! It worked for Stolas, so might as well give this a special retool edition to boost.

Oh my goodness this is so COOL!!! I love the back and forth you did with the characters!! and the way you weaved the narrative in the song was amazing!! wonderful work from everyone involved in this!! :D

I already loved Huskers part in Smile like you mean it, and now he´s getting a whole song to himself???? What did I do to deserve this!?? I already know I´m gonna have this on loop when it drops!!😍😍 Edit: I do even now still!^^

You’re so prominent in the community that these songs are basically just canon at this rate-

This and 'Addict' really show how it can take as little as 5 minutes to add a ton of depth to a character. And make an audience connect with a character they didn't really have an opinion on. I love it. Also, 'but I can't be fucked to lose my patience' always makes me chuckle for some reason. The delivery and how blunt it is just cracks me up.

I'm really excited my favorite character after Alastor is coming now

This song blew me away. It actually shows he understands and accepts his problem which is the first step. Most alcoholics can't even admit they have a problem or think anything is wrong. This was powerful and I loved it

Anyone else revisiting this after ‘Masquerade’?

"I lost the ability to love years ago". There's a whole story behind that line, and this song really captures the tone and attitude behind that mystery. This song hits hard and dirty, like a bottle of cheap booze smashed onto a dusty road, and that's just how it should be! Well done!

Man, the lyrics tell the story why he calls himself "Husk."

Lyrics: (Husker): I was once a wandering man ‘Cause I never felt at home. Now I’m just a gamblin’ man Risking everything I own The only Spirit left in me’s From a bottle off the shelf. And all it means is that I can’t see a goddamn way to save my soul or self. There is a h-o-l-e in me… And it’s ex-p-o-s-ed for the world to see. It’s what he k-n-o-w-s… So I did what he pleased. But I can’t be fucked to lose my patience So I just stay drunk and complacent I’M A Wicked old soul Nowhere left to go at the beck and call of the man on the radio Raise a glass for the empty hearted Too far gone to know when it started A shark of the cards never shows his hand And the same’s still true when you have these claws and fangs. So don’t think you can bring my walls down I drank my fill and in that I’m sure to drown… (Charlie) You may well reap what you sew, But that isn’t how this program goes. ‘Cause in the end, all that we want Is your soul saved. (Husker) Good luck with that (Charlie) I’ve watched the fall of many people, both the good and the downright evil But if you think I’m giving up on you, Big mistake… (Husker) I guess your old man got his dues When all was said and done. (Charlie) So they say, but there’s none you have to give! (Husker) And seein’ all the chumps down here, I know I’m not the only one. (Charlie) Making mistakes, it’s a part of how we live! (Husker) So you got a plan? Spit it out, Go and try to get me clean! (Charlie) Give me the chance to prove what I could do! (Husker) But the rot runs deep inside this shell of mine ‘til there ain’t nothing to redeem (Charlie) But - (Husker) There is a h-o-l-e in me… And it’s ex-p-o-s-ed for the world to see. And you k-n-o-w… That I’m a wrench in your machine. Though you try, I’ll have to show some patience to tell you So I’ll be complacent I’M A Wicked old soul Nowhere left to go at the beck and call of the man on the radio Raise a glass for the empty hearted Too far gone to know when it started A shark of the cards never shows his hand And the same’s still true when you have these claws and fangs. So don’t think you can bring my walls down I drank my fill and in that I’m sure to drown… (Charlie) Give us a chance to set you free If you’d just put your faith in me! You could grow and heal and change You don’t need to suffer all this pain! (Husker) Is it really that hard to see? There’s nothing left inside of me… I can’t love or cry or hate So who the fuck cares about my fate? (Charlie & Husker) But - NO! (Husker) Wicked old soul Nowhere left to go at the beck and call of the ones who are in control So raise a glass for the empty hearted We’re too far gone to know when it started A shark of the cards never shows their hand And the same’s still true whether you’ve got claws or fangs. So don’t think you can bring my walls down I drank our fill and in that we’re sure to drown… Down beneath the ground, We’re sure to drown… In our burial mounds We’re sure to Drown! Taste the blood in our mouths We’re sure to DROWN! And now there’s no way out, WE’RE SURE TO DROWN Just lay my head down We’re sure to drown Too lost to be found We’re sure to Drown. With my hands still bound We’re sure to DROWN! I’m already drowned…

Cycoriot sounded downright heavenly. Pun absolutely intended. I hope we get a Charlie song next with her reprising her role.

his name is Husk, his story's all written right there in his name (also I'd love to know more about his lore when s2 releases)

I love how you used Husker’s part in “Smile Like You Mean It” for Charlie. So much creativity and beautiful singing and voices. 100/10

Stunning, that's all I can say. There's something about the chorus in all of your songs that is just SO GOOD. The reference to "Smile like you mean it" by Charlie was a fun surprise. And do I even need to say anything about the vocals? They are godly. Or demonly? You know what I mean.

“There’s a hole in me” chills every time no lie

They need to get Keith David to sing this

The way Charlie's part is the same melody as Husker's part in "Smile Like You Mean It" is *GENIUS.*

I love how DJ literally takes a single line from a previous song and throws it into his new songs. Its the spice we all know and love that makes these songs even more epic!

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="127">2:07</a> i love that Charlie is singing the motif that Husk sings in 'Smile Like You Mean It.' As a long-time listener, very fun to find these little details. Good work!!

[ <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="231">3:51</a>] pilot husk: "i can't feel emotions" series husk (expecially in loser): "you sure?"

I'm loving this old western-ish style, it goes so well with his voice.

"Raise a glass for the empty hearted" hits real hard 😭

I'M JUST GOING TO SAY IT, WE NEED A REVISED VERSION OF THIS SONG WITH KEITH DAVID SINGING IT

i wonder how this song would sound with huskers new voice actor keith david cause it might make this awesome song grittier

You never fail to not disappoint. This song shows the same thoughts I think a lot of the fans have for Husk; the potential of being the hardest project. Everything about the song showed off why his name is exactly that: he is a husk of his former human self. And he accepts that and no amount of optimism will change it. This song made me so excited for Husk's role to be expounded on even more. Song choice, genere of song, is amazing. Love the Rock n Roll vibe for Husk so much!!

Gah this was awesome! I feel like it perfectly captures what we know so far about Husk. He really is the more down-to-earth one out of everyone in the hotel, fully aware that he's down in Hell for what he did in life and he's accepted it. He feels there is no hope for him because he doesn't deserve hope, and while he might find Charlie's cheerful naivete endearing, he believes she won't be able to break through those walls he put up. *"The only spirit left in me's from a bottle off the shelf"* This might be my favorite line in the whole song, how it emphasizes how his obvious alcoholism has consumed him, filling up this husk of a man, to quote Silva Hound's own Husk track. The song itself almost feels like a continuation of "Smile Like You Mean It" but from Husk's perspective, which is why I noticed Charlie's parts sounded a lot like his in Alastor's song. He even chuckles as the words sound familiar. Outstanding job as always, DJ! Looking forward to what you come up with in the future!

Whoever did the Charlie voice deserves all praise for how beautiful her singing voice is.

I love how the last chorus is the same as the others, except he is talking about people like him in general, instead of him specifically

I’m sure you’ve heard this before, but the way you perfectly capture these characters is astounding!! Especially for a character like Husk, who we don’t know quite as much about, yet this feels perfectly in character with him and even with how he’d sing! Another fantastic job!!!

As a husk Va myself I can say this here puts a Smile on my face. Seeing more Husk appreciation makes me happy.

I really feel Husk is from New Orleans. Born and raised in this city, I connected with Husk.

I find it very interesting how Charlie's parts sound like Alister's song. Almost like Husk is seeing her the same as Al.

ПРЕКРАСНАЯ ПЕСНЯ, под этот припев хочется делать великие дела🖤

This man’s ability to produce straight up banger after banger is incredible

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="1">0:01</a> The dialogue is amazing, idk why people want to skip it.

“Good luck at getting me clean” ANGEL KNOCKS DOWN THE DOOR “I SENSE A CHALLENGE”

I love how well Charles version of Husk’s solo from ‘Smile Like You Mean It’ flows into Husk’s story!

THIS IS JUST FUCKING AMAZING-- The music and the lyrics fit soooo much with Husk and omg the quote of Alasor's song is just NHHHHHGGG I'M GONNA CRY-- 🤧🤧 And, I know Husk's voice is hard for you to do, but I really love your version ❤️‍🔥

"Maybe you're right about someone, just not for me" You know? I think this is the finest proof that there IS a way to redeemed people like Husk. If Charlie keeps him at the hotel, just doing his bartender job, and not expecting any change from him. It'll take decades, but if Charlie manages to become Husk's friend (and if the Hotel actually works) he may start shifting his perspective in life. I'll love if this was his Redemption Story, it'll show the PAINFULLY slow and gradual process it is for someone who's given up, and how your environment and people around you can play a major influence.

"I can't love or cry or hate so who the fuck cares about my fate?" I hate to be the shippy person in a deep and insightful video, but, Angel does, Angel cares 😭

I only wish that Valentino (Angel and Vox ver.) was released on Spotify, I need more songs to listen on my way to school!

I really appreciate him getting a country-rock aesthetic it really fits him!

Alastor and Husk are the two primary types of demons. One doesn’t want to be redeemed and the other doesn’t believe they should or even can be redeemed.

Wow i understand why he is called Husk now

Husk's deep gruff tone mixing with Charlies is just...*chef's kiss* amazing! Props to them both. (And Cyroriot your art and designs are sublime!) And the artwork by ninjahaku is top notch! I blast this song when im playing deathslinger on DBD x3 so if survs catch me headbanging, im playing this lol.

I like how DJ made some of Charlie's lyrics similar to Alastor in "Smile like you Mean it" and some of Huskers as well, but with a positive twist.

WHY IS NOBODY TALKING ABOUT HOW THEY FIT A PERFECT PART OF SMILE LIKE YOU MEAN IT INTO IT

there is something that I find really noticeable to me. If you listen to this song and smile like you mean it. there is a part that sounds the same. The beginning of the Charile singing in this song. and the beginning of husker's part in smile like you mean it.

I love how sure husk is. Confidence is a wonderful trait. Even if it is in his self loathing.

The second I heard those guitar strings, I knew this was going to be amazing. And it is! The melodies, the back and forth with Charlie, the little parody for 'Smile Like You Mean It'. It's so amazing what you, Cycoriot, and Ninjahaku have doen for this! I can sense the begrudging acceptance of Husk and his self within the art as well as the lyrics and it's just perfect. You and all the artists involved or featured on your tracks and projects understand the assignment to the letter and deliver some of the best content this fanbase has heard/seen ever, and that's no exaggeration. Keep up the wonderful work, PARANOiD, Cycoriot, Ninjahaku, and everyone else that's been with you on this channel.

Glad you pursue this because Husk has always been my favorite and there's just not enough of him around. I'm a recovering alcoholic and have always thought I was a shit person, but also don't want to put my problems on someone else to solve, so this shit hits hard. I've had this on loop for so many hours at work.

after this weeks episode, this REALLY fits Husk!

I love how Charlie's part mimics Husker's part in Smile Like you Mean it.

I am speechless! This song rocks!! 🤘😁 It’s been a while since you sang as Husk and now getting to hear him starting in his own song, it feels like the wait was def worth it! ❤️ Ok, time to gush. The fact that it’s technically a duet makes it even better. Thinking back on the pilot, it was interesting to see how excited Charlie was to have Husk at the hotel, only to be let down by him in a blunt and dismissive way. “Omigosh! Welcome to the Happy Hotel! You are gonna LOVE IT HERE!!” “I lost the ability to love years ago.” The way they bounce off each other; Charlie’s attempts to get him to try and let her help him, while Husk says that there’s nothing she can do for him. He feels like he’s too far gone to be redeemed. You can hear it in his voice, how bitter and defeated he feels about his situation. Working under a boss he dislikes, trapped in Hell for eternity, and all he can do to cope is numb himself w/ alcohol. He’s a broken shell of who he was. 🥺💔 But I still love this sound and rhythm of it, like an old rock song with a hint of Blues in it. It’s going to be my ear worm for weeks now if I keep coming back to listen. I give it a 💯/10!

(Spoilers) "Maybe you're right about someone...just not me." HE WAS RIGHT YALL......

"When you've resolved yourself to the path you've set yourself on, you find the voices of those you love reach you, but you cannot find the sense behind their words; because you've said all you want to hear. It's not always set in stone that yours are all that you WILL hear."

It really gives the vibe of that old style casino feel, a gambler with only a few cards left in the deck to keep him together, and static that just won't go away. A beautiful piece like the rest.

HOW DO YOU KEEP MANAGING TO OUT-DO YOURSELF, SERIOUSLY! THIS IS *SO* GOOD. I love the western rock vibe of this one and the way Charlie and Husk reply to each other in the mid section? Perfection. Plus the way you can let your voice raise and lower in pitch (like in the line "There's a hole in me") is so so satisfying to listen to, your songs sound so professionally made they're like something you could hear playing on the radio!

I love how these songs are dialogues between characters and the creativity put into each one to match the character singing for musical genre

its always so sad when some one cares more about you then you do

Another perfect original song DJ, ya both did amazingly Husk's blunt attitude towards Charlie's 'redemption' idea trying to get the point across

How did you manage to capture every core character's identity so well??? Every original song you've done, you consistently nail every aspect of the characters.

Wow. If You're making a musical based on HH you have my support for it. I love the fact that instead of making a specific story he's feelings were wrote down. So I'm glad you stayed with the canon.

Paranoid DJ is a treasure to this fandom. This song is another banger