Riot Games has officially announced that the highly anticipated 2023 League of Legends World Championship anthem, "GODS," will be performed by the acclaimed K-pop sensation, NewJeans. Scheduled for release on October 4 at 12 am CT, this musical masterpiece promises to set the stage for an unforgettable championship experience.

K-Pop Sensation NewJeans to Perform 2023 LoL Worlds Anthem "GODS"

The choice of NewJeans, a global five-woman K-pop group comprising Hanni, Danielle, Minji, Hyein, and Haerin, to bring "GODS" to life is a testament to Riot Games' tradition of partnering with artists local to the tournament. With their captivating vocals and the epic production of the anthem, NewJeans is poised to deliver a performance that encapsulates the essence of the League of Legends World Championship.

"Both the grind and the glory that awaits our players at Worlds" will be vividly portrayed through NewJeans' musical prowess, as affirmed by Carrie Dunn, the global head of creative for Riot esports. What makes this collaboration even more exciting is NewJeans' willingness to explore a different musical genre and sound compared to their usual repertoire. This artistic experimentation has resulted in a song that seamlessly blends NewJeans' unique style with the distinct identity of League of Legends.

The journey to create "GODS" involved close collaboration between NewJeans and the creative minds at Riot Games. Riot's principal composer, Sebastien Najand, and renowned American DJ and music producer Mako played instrumental roles in shaping the anthem. Their combined expertise, evident from past anthems like "Legends Never Die" and "RISE," ensures that "GODS" will be nothing short of a musical masterpiece.

Riot Games has teased that the music video will trace Deft's evolution from his debut in the League of Legends scene to the pinnacle of success – lifting the coveted Summoner's Cup. The video will also touch on the universal theme of "allies becoming adversaries," a narrative that resonates with athletes worldwide and sets the stage for an electrifying World Championship.