Riot Games has crafted unforgettable music for League of Legends, with their iconic Worlds anthems stealing the spotlight each year. As we celebrate the 2025 anthem’s release, let’s revisit the epic tracks that have defined nearly two decades of global esports competition.
| Year |
Anthem Title |
Artists |
Description |
YouTube Link |
| 2014 |
Warriors |
Imagine Dragons |
The iconic first anthem, a rock epic with cinematic visuals of rising pros and champions. It defined Worlds’ global hype, with over 350 million views. |
Watch on YouTube |
| 2015 |
Worlds Collide |
Nicki Taylor |
Pop-rock track about global rivalries, with clashing champions in its video. Set the tone for international showdowns. |
Watch on YouTube |
| 2016 |
Ignite |
Zedd ft. Gray |
EDM banger capturing competitive fire, with a vibrant video of fireworks and Beijing’s finals energy. |
Watch on YouTube |
| 2017 |
Legends Never Die |
Against The Current |
Soaring rock ballad on eternal legacy, a fan favorite performed live at Worlds. Over 300 million views. |
Watch on YouTube |
| 2018 |
Rise |
The Glitch Mob, Mako, The Word Alive |
Gritty electronic-rock anthem about underdogs ascending, with visuals of champions rising from shadows. |
Watch on YouTube |
| 2019 |
Phoenix |
Cailin Russo & Chrissy Costanza |
Empowering pop-rock track on rebirth, with fiery visuals of champions resurrecting. Tied to resilience themes. |
Watch on YouTube |
| 2020 |
Take Over |
Jeremy McKinnon (A Day to Remember), MAX, Henry |
Defiant metalcore-pop mix for a post-pandemic Worlds, with virtual crowd energy and Faker’s mentorship in the video. |
Watch on YouTube |
| 2021 |
Burn It All Down |
PVRIS |
Dark rock anthem about unleashing chaos, with apocalyptic Runeterra visuals. Captured EDG’s dramatic win. |
Watch on YouTube |
| 2022 |
STAR WALKIN' |
Lil Nas X |
Futuristic pop track about forging your path, with cosmic visuals and Lil Nas X’s bold energy. |
Watch on YouTube |
| 2023 |
GODS |
NewJeans |
Sleek K-pop anthem with divine themes, featuring ethereal choreography and champion cameos. Marked Riot’s idol collab push. |
Watch on YouTube |
| 2024 |
Heavy Is the Crown |
Linkin Park |
Nu-metal track on the weight of legacy, with Mike Shinoda and Emirhan "Cem" Çimen. Video revisits 10 years of Worlds. |
Watch on YouTube |
| 2025 |
Sacrifice |
Sacrifice ft. G.E.M. (鄧紫棋) |
Powerful ballad for LoL Esports’ 15th anniversary, exploring sacrifice for legacy with Faker cameos. Released yesterday, already trending. |
Watch on YouTube |
We hope you've been enjoying these groovy tunes, and look forward to see who hoists the Summoner's Cup this upcoming year!
EsportsHeaven
2025-10-13 07:22:49