Worlds 2025 Anthem Release
Riot Games has revealed that the 2025 League of Legends World Championship will feature a new anthem performed by G.E.M., a well-known singer from Hong Kong. She will also take the stage during the Opening Ceremony, adding a major highlight to the event’s kickoff.
The Worlds anthem has become a tradition that sets the tone for the tournament each year, and the choice of artist often draws global attention. By selecting G.E.M., Riot continues its approach of collaborating with prominent performers to bring both music and esports together on an international stage.
Worlds 2025 anthem performer G.E.M.
G.E.M., a Shanghai-born and Hong Kong-raised pop artist, will lead the music for the 2025 League of Legends World Championship. Known for her powerful vocals and ability to cross cultural boundaries, she has established herself as one of the most successful Mandarin-pop artists of her generation. Her career combines chart-topping hits, record-breaking milestones, and global tours that highlight her influence across multiple markets.
One of her most recognized works is “Light Years Away”, the Chinese theme song for the film Passengers. The track set a Guinness World Record as the most-viewed Chinese music video on YouTube, accumulating nearly 300 million views. She also broke new ground by becoming the first Mandarin-pop singer to release a full Spanish-language album, Revelación, expanding her reach to audiences well beyond Asia.
Her live performances have drawn massive audiences worldwide. As of March 2025, her I Am Gloria world tour has earned approximately $424 million, ranking as the fourth-highest-grossing tour by a female artist. This achievement places her above tours by Madonna, Blackpink, Lady Gaga, and Celine Dion, while also securing the 19th spot among the highest-grossing tours in history.
Key Career Highlights
| Achievement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Guinness World Record | Most-viewed Chinese music video on YouTube (Light Years Away) |
| Language Milestone | First Mandarin-pop artist to release a full Spanish album (Revelación) |
| Touring Success | I Am Gloria tour grossed $424M, 4th-highest for a female artist |
| Global Ranking | 19th-highest-grossing tour of all time |
For Worlds 2025, G.E.M. expressed her admiration for the competitive spirit of League of Legends esports, noting how the themes of teamwork, sacrifice, and resilience align with her own artistic journey. She will headline the Opening Ceremony of the Finals, joined by Anyma, Chrissy Costanza, and TEYA, blending diverse musical styles into the event. Riot Games has not yet disclosed the anthem’s title, but anticipation continues to build ahead of its October release.
