MILLI Delivers "ONE PUNCH" for VALORANT Masters Bangkok
Thai rapper and singer MILLI has partnered with Riot Games to release "ONE PUNCH," a hip-hop track featured in the cinematic video "Dawn of the Duelist" for VALORANT Masters Bangkok. The release marks a significant moment for both the artist and the esports event, as Bangkok hosts its first international VALORANT tournament, following the success of VCT Ascension Pacific in 2023.
"ONE PUNCH," available on MILLI's YouTube channel, Spotify, and other streaming platforms, was released ahead of Riot Games' official announcement, generating early excitement among fans. The track, which will be included in MILLI's upcoming album "HEAVY WEIGHT," also has an alternate version released by Riot Games Music, YUPP!, and 88rising.
MILLI, known for her groundbreaking performance at Coachella 2022, where she famously ate mango sticky rice on stage, has garnered numerous accolades, including Best New Asian Artist Thailand at the 2020 MAMA Awards and Hip-Hop Song of the Year at the Rap is Now Awards 2020. Her rise to prominence began with her appearance on the Thai reality show "The Rapper," where her unique flow and style captivated audiences. Her debut single, "Phak Kon," achieved four million YouTube views within days, and her follow-up, "Sudpang," solidified her status as a leading figure in Thai hip-hop. We are huge fans of Milli and her ability to merge culture and music.
The collaboration with Riot Games Music adds "ONE PUNCH" to their extensive catalog, which now exceeds 1,000 songs, including nearly 60 dedicated to VALORANT. This partnership continues Riot Games' tradition of working with music artists for tournament anthems, following recent collaborations with Julie & Natty of KISS OF LIFE and Mark Tuan for the VALORANT Champions 2024 anthem.
VALORANT Masters Bangkok, featuring the top two Kickoff teams from each International League, will be held at UOB Live, with matches streamed live on VCT's official YouTube and Twitch channels. The event culminates on March 2nd, when the winner will be crowned and the next VALORANT agent will be revealed.
While it remains uncertain whether "ONE PUNCH" will serve as the official theme song for the entire Masters Bangkok event or if MILLI will perform live, her social media activity suggests the track is intended to celebrate the tournament. The release of "ONE PUNCH" and the accompanying cinematic video "Dawn of the Duelist" underscore the growing intersection of music and esports, showcasing MILLI's dynamic artistry on a global stage. Her ability to fuse traditional Thai elements with contemporary hip-hop rhythms continues to cement her place as a cultural icon and a formidable artist.
