Riot Games and NewJeans Release 2023 'League of Legends' Worlds Anthem, "GODS"
Conveying both the grind and the glory that awaits the players.
Ahead of 2023 League of Legends World Championship, Riot Games has announced NewJeans as the performing artist for the conclusion of the 2023 League of Legends esports season. Titled “GODS,” the song was written by Riot Games principal composer Sebastien Najand and Alex Seaver of Mako, whose co-writing credits include “Legends Never Die,” “RISE,” “Awaken,” and multiple songs on the Arcane soundtrack.
“The Worlds Anthem is the rallying cry for our community every year, and we’re so excited to partner with NewJeans to deliver this incredible moment,” said Carrie Dunn, Global Head of Creative, Esports at Riot Games. “Between Worlds taking place in Korea and NewJeans’ meteoric rise, this partnership felt fated as a true cultural celebration. ‘GODS’ juxtaposes epic and intense production elements with NewJeans’ beautiful and powerful vocals – conveying both the grind and the glory that awaits our players at Worlds.”
“It was a new experience for all of us,” said NewJeans. “It was fun to try a new genre and sound. Through this collaboration, we are happy to present a song that incorporates both NewJeans’ and League of Legends’ unique colors. We hope it brings you a new sense of empowerment!”
“We’re honored to be partnering with NewJeans for Worlds 2023 – both a historic breakthrough year for the group and momentous for esports fans as we celebrate the 10th anniversary of Worlds anthems,” said Maria Egan, Global Head of Music & Events at Riot Games Entertainment. “NewJeans joins the ranks of superstars such as Imagine Dragons, Zedd, and Lil Nas X who have helped make the anthem such an iconic moment for our community.”
The music video for NewJeans’ “GODS” follows the story of Korean pro player Kim “Deft” Hyuk-kyu. Highlighting his discovery of League of Legends in high school to his unbelievable run at Worlds 2022. Aside from Deft’s personal story, the visual serves to offer a chronicle of his unbreakable spirit and how his team overcame all odds to become World Champions.
Watch the music video for NewJeans’ “GODS” above and stream the 2023 League of Legends World Championship anthem on streaming platforms now.
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