T1, Raiden, And The Boyz’s ‘Last Man Standing’ Video Shoot: Go Behind The Scenes: Exclusive

While K-pop stars have risen to newfound worldwide fame in the last decade, major players in the esports world are not too far behind in larger recognition, as made clear by a new collaboration.

Last Man Standing” is a new theme song crafted by K-pop super-producer Raiden, boy band The Boyz and T1, the South Korean esports organisation with multiple world-champion titles for the massively popular, online multiplayer battle game League of Legends. The track follows up T1’s first foray into K-pop music with Raiden last year via “Runner,” which featured EXO member Baekhyun and Korean rapper Changmo. The collaboration will boost support as T1 competes in the League of Legends World Championship (also known as Worlds) that kicked off in September in Mexico City, which will hold its quarterfinals on Oct. 20 in New York City, ahead of the finals in November in San Francisco. Lil Nas X was tapped to record the official anthem for the overall League of Legend Worlds.

Coming back as an executive producer for T1’s 2022 theme song ‘Last Man Standing,’ I feel more confident than ever,” Raiden tells Billboard. “I imagined this song to be ringing in everyone’s ears as we march for the Worlds trophy. In our music video, we worked with ILLUMIN, a very talented creative director, on a message ‘speaking through light.’ We captured The Boyz, T1 players and myself as the last men standing in saving the world. It is very cinematic and I’m happy that The Boyz were just as passionate as I was in delivering this song both vocally and on set.”

Produced by Raiden and co-written by The Boyz member Sunwoo, “Last Man Standing” is described as a culmination of creative admiration among the different artists. “We shared a lot of ideas together, so this is truly a collaborative project,” Raiden adds. “Sunwoo is such an amazing songwriter and a rapper—it was a pleasure being able to work with him creatively as well.” Billboard can also share exclusive behind-the-scenes photos and reflections from those involved.

Even in the recording process, The Boyz leader Sangyeon says they envisioned the song helping the League of Legends champs. “I recorded this song in the hope that our voices would inspire T1 and their quest for the World Championship.” I am overjoyed with the finished product. I wish them the best of luck at Worlds. This project brought together The Boyz, T1, and Raiden, and I want to spread a joyful message to everyone through this incredible song.”

Furthermore, many of The Boyz’s members are fans of T1.

“As a T1 fan, I wish T1 great success in their journey at T1 and beyond,” Younghoon says. “It’s a privilege to be a part of this project.” And, according to Hyunjae, “this song fits T1 like no other—it sounds heroic and powerful.” T1 will always be a fan of mine.”

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