The latest Riot Games K/DA leak has added significant weight to rumors. K/DA has registered a new song titled “WATCH ME,” giving the latest and Riot Games KDA leak: K/DA registers new song Watch Me as Worlds 2026 comeback rumors grow
K/DA has registered a new song titled “WATCH ME,” giving the latest and strongest indication yet that Riot Games’ virtual pop group could return with new music in 2026. The track is listed in the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) repertory with K/DA named as the performers, although Riot Games has not announced a comeback.
The registration arrives after months of K/DA comeback rumors and could put the group on course for a return around Worlds 2026. That timing remains speculative, but the new registration gives the long-running leak cycle a concrete piece of evidence that new K/DA material exists.
K/DA WATCH ME registration fuels Riot Games KDA leak
The ASCAP listing for “WATCH ME” appeared on August 25, with K/DA named as the artist. The track credits Nija Charles, Felicia Ferraro, Sebastien Najand, Ali Tamposi and Federico Vindver as writers, and is registered under ISWC T3311396933 and Work ID 929188000.
That does not give us a release date, but it is a much more interesting development than another anonymous leak. There is now an actual K/DA song in a public music database, even though Riot Games has not announced it.
The official ASCAP repertory listing has become the key piece of evidence behind the latest K/DA speculation.
Why the K/DA comeback could line up with Worlds 2026
K/DA's last major music release came during the ALL OUT era in 2020. Six years later, “WATCH ME” could be the first sign that Riot is finally bringing the group back.
Earlier leaks have suggested that K/DA could return with new music in November. That would put the group’s comeback close to Worlds 2026 and has fueled speculation about a possible performance at the event.
That has led to plenty of speculation about a K/DA performance at the tournament. For now, though, that part of the story is still just speculation. Riot Games and LoL Esports have not announced K/DA for Worlds 2026.
Those leaks also point to Ahri, Akali, Evelynn and Kai’Sa returning together. That would bring K/DA’s original lineup back for the first time since the group’s last major music release in 2020.
WATCH ME could be K/DA's first new music since 2020
The registration is significant because K/DA's last major release cycle dates back to 2020. The group became one of Riot Games' most recognizable virtual acts after “POP/STARS,” followed by the ALL OUT EP and its associated music releases.
The original K/DA lineup was Ahri, Akali, Evelynn and Kai’Sa, with different real-world artists providing their vocals. Seraphine joined the group’s 2020 era as a featured character, but she was never part of the core K/DA lineup.
“POP/STARS” remains the group's defining debut, and a new K/DA release would mark the first major musical return since the 2020 era. The latest registration does not reveal the vocalists attached to WATCH ME.
More K/DA leaks point toward a larger comeback
The WATCH ME registration is not the only recent K/DA rumor. Earlier reports claimed that Riot Games could be preparing new K/DA content for the third act or season of 2026, including possible skins and other cosmetic content. Separate merchandise images involving K/DA and HEARTSTEEL have also circulated online, although those reports have not been confirmed by Riot Games.
The community reaction has been immediate, with the ASCAP discovery generating strong excitement among League of Legends and K-pop fans. The registration itself is the most concrete development so far, but speculation about artists, release timing, skins and a Worlds appearance remains unconfirmed.
| Detail | What is known |
|---|---|
| Song | WATCH ME |
| Performer listed | K/DA |
| Registration | ASCAP repertory |
| Writers | Nija Charles, Felicia Ferraro, Sebastien Najand, Ali Tamposi and Federico Vindver |
| Work ID | 929188000 |
| Release date | Not listed |
| Worlds 2026 connection | Rumored, not confirmed |
| Riot Games announcement | None confirmed |
K/DA's Worlds history makes the K/DA leak notable
K/DA already has a history of appearing at the League of Legends World Championship. The group performed “MORE” at the 2020 Worlds event in Shanghai, making the tournament a natural setting for another K/DA appearance. If the current comeback K/DA leak rumors are accurate, Riot could once again use Worlds as the stage for the group's return.
It also explain why Worlds 2026 has featured so heavily in the recent leaks. A new K/DA song could be part of a much bigger return, with Riot potentially pairing the music with new skins, an in-game event or another live performance. None of those plans have been confirmed, but the group’s history with Worlds makes the speculation easy to understand.
Frequently asked questions about K/DA WATCH ME
Did K/DA register a new song?
Yes. A song titled “WATCH ME” has appeared in the ASCAP repertory with K/DA listed as the performers in the recent K/DA leak.
Is WATCH ME officially confirmed by Riot Games?
No. The ASCAP registration is evidence that a work has been registered, but Riot Games has not officially announced a K/DA comeback or a release date for WATCH ME.
Will K/DA return at Worlds 2026?
A November comeback has been mentioned in earlier K/DA leaks, which would put the group’s return close to Worlds 2026. The new song registration certainly adds to the speculation, but Riot Games has not confirmed a K/DA performance at the tournament.
When was K/DA's last new music?
K/DA's last major release was the ALL OUT era in 2020. A release of WATCH ME would therefore represent the group's first new music in roughly six years.
Who wrote WATCH ME?
The ASCAP registration credits Nija Charles, Felicia Ferraro, Sebastien Najand, Ali Tamposi and Federico Vindver as writers.
Is K/DA getting new skins?
New K/DA skins and other cosmetic content have been part of circulating leaks, but Riot Games has not officially confirmed those plans.
The next K/DA reveal could settle the Worlds 2026 rumors
The WATCH ME registration gives the long-running K/DA comeback rumors their clearest evidence yet. K/DA is listed as the performer on a newly registered song, while previous leaks have pointed toward a possible return later in 2026.
The next step will be waiting for Riot to make something official. A release date, the artists behind “WATCH ME” or confirmation of a Worlds 2026 appearance would quickly clear up many of the questions surrounding the comeback. Until then, the new registration and the existing leaks are the strongest signs that K/DA could be preparing a return. More updates will be posted in the RiftDaily news section and leaks coverage.
