The internet reacts to 'STAR WALKIN'' Worlds 2022 anthem
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The internet reacts to ‘STAR WALKIN” Worlds 2022 anthem

Reactions to Lil Nas X's song and the accompanying animation are mixed
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Coby Zucker
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Published: Sep 22, 2022 12:36 pm

The newest League of Legends World Championship anthem, “STAR WALKIN'” by Lil Nas X, debuted on Sept. 22.

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As with previous anthems, the song was accompanied by an animated music video. In it, pro players like Jo “CoreJJ” Yong-in and Marek “Humanoid” Brázda face off in the streets of San Francisco, where the Worlds 2022 finals will take place.

Initial online reception appears mostly positive. Fans of Lil Nas X and League of Legends alike were quick to listen to “STAR WALKIN'” and share their support.

https://twitter.com/nasmarianax/status/1572968648582610947

https://twitter.com/notpranto/status/1572967905247039489

Comments and tweets quickly pointed out the unfortunate attention drawn to CoreJJ, who will not be attending Worlds as Team Liquid did not qualify. This isn’t the first time a Worlds anthem music video has highlighted a player that would not be going to Worlds; these mishaps occasionally occur because production on the music video begins long before Worlds qualification.

https://twitter.com/AzaelOfficial/status/1572968033311948804

When it comes to criticism leveled at the song itself, the main talking point has been the fact that “STAR WALKIN'” doesn’t “feel” like a Worlds anthem. While most listeners don’t dislike the song, some say that it feels more like a Lil Nas X song and less of Worlds song.

Past Worlds anthems have received a lot of praise for being the “hype” song that introduces the tournament and builds momentum heading into the first matches. Some have said that this is where “STAR WALKIN'” falters. Although it’s a good song, it doesn’t build anticipation for the matches.

https://twitter.com/nikisundefined/status/1572968691838468098

https://twitter.com/G2Jankos/status/1572967679308320775

https://twitter.com/GuldborgReal/status/1572968415538683906

The song has only just released and likely the discourse will shift as the tournament begins. Lil Nas X’s live performance of “STAR WALKIN'” may also change attitudes towards the song depending on how it’s received.

One thing is certain, the song’s release has already led to heaps of memes created by the community to celebrate the newest Worlds anthem.

https://twitter.com/league_italia/status/1572969298917744641

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Coby Zucker
Coby Zucker is Upcomer's resident CS:GO writer. He's also played League of Legends at the collegiate level and is a frequent visitor in TFT Challenger Elo. He's a firm believer that Toronto should be the next big esports hub city.