Making of Everything Goes On w/Porter Robinson | Star Guardian 2022

From the skies of early ideation to final sound lock, Porter Robinson details his musical journey behind “Everything Goes On," the official music video for Star Guardian 2022.
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[@LeeandLie]

THIS SONG IS SO BEAUTIFUL

[@geiruchu1015]

Omg Amalee I've been listening to your English covers since grade school I'm 22 going 23 rn and almost 3 years working 😭😭😭😭

[@geiruchu1015]

Sorry I wanted you to see this you have been part of my childhood growing up and I wanted to do what you did but I got busy 😂😂😂

[@Dat_Jonx]

No.

[@35Low]

Deadass

[@septiandwicahya2744]

its true 😭

[@mistressnightingale21]

The fact that he is the one who reached out is so adorable.

[@drox52]

Being a long time fan of Porter and seeing him come this far spawned tears in my eyes. He knows how to access the emotions and feelings hidden within the heart's deepest corners with his work. This theme and the song just exude radiance and comfort all over.

[@chaboylaz6501]

Dude same. Cant believe I opened league up and he was just magically there.

[@ffnovice7]

I learned of Porter through Avanna and Vocaloid and I'm very happy he's getting that LoL patronage

[@hi_its_jerry]

@@ffnovice7 respect

[@Pendarr]

Beautiful. I always love hearing Porter talk about his creative process and what's going through in his mind when he is making the music I love to listen to. That was so neat to see a bit of the symphony playing the song as well! I figured he just used a synthesized sound for those beautiful strings in the song but to see that it was actually done with real instruments, well, it just makes sense why they stand out so gorgeously in the song. :)

[@FukurouYGR]

@Don't read profile photo bro go away

[@KC7Tumblr]

Totally agree, and make sure you hit up the Fantano interview with him if you haven't!!! Tons of this "inside Porter's head through parts of the creative process" that we enjoy. :D

[@hardcor3.]

Oh hey pendarr! Imagine seeing u here lol. Couldn't agree more.

[@user-hx7io9lh8t]

Reminiscnet of the time I used to watch the BTS of Porter making Shelter's music and MV. I just can't believe how beautiful "Everything Goes On" turned out, be it the amazing song or the touching animation, it was absolutely perfect and the entire SG2022 event finally gave me that last push to start playing League and icl it's been a fun few days

[@surapatno.9821]

moba games are fun for me

[@keyronkathrynekathrynkeyron]

Playing with your friend is the best but time when the time is come we have separate ways in life... That time became a beautiful memory 😥

[@surapatno.9821]

@@haidar1128 my region queue is super long (Thai) and not that toxic its based on garenas server

[@xvsun]

GIVE PVE GAME MODES BACK :(

[@BananaKng]

ive been exclusively playing aram for a bit which has been a nice break from the toxicity so i can just chill

[@vanillafoodie]

that's my most favourite lyric ever in the song "Don't look for me, I'm just a story you've been told." it can apply to anyone who misses someone or something in their life

[@Mizzyheartzu]

[@ffnovice7]

2:48 this perked me up, having felt romantic love for the first time last week. This song really hits hard for new lovers

[@TheThunderkatana]

Man… Porter is such a breath of fresh air. True artist who captures nostalgia so well

[@iRDude415]

Exactly! Every time I hear a Porter song without even knowing about it I know that it's him. You feel that nostalgia flowing right in and you can't explain it. Porter really has that special touch with his songs.

[@articrius1100]

Nostalgia?! Check out his song "Wind Tempos" just sit there and listen, trust me

[@dan_noo]

@@articrius1100 oh Wind tempos? check his sideproject "VirtualSelf" thats where he put his time machine for ears

[@HighLanderPonyYT]

"Breath of fresh air" "Captures nostalgia" Pick one?

[@CharlotteLfleur]

@@HighLanderPonyYT both

[@professionalamateur417]

This song is a true masterpiece. It really hits hard when I listen to it during difficult times. There’s just something so special about Porter’s music. Sometimes, it reminds me of something heartbreaking, other times, it’s full of hope. I truly admire him and his endless creativity and musical expressions. I get really emotional and start crying every single time I listen to one of his songs… but everything goes on!

[@Blue-BIue]

Truly A Work of Art, Loved this song and all the music they created for Star Guardians.

[@dontreadmyprofilepicture960]

Don't read my name!

[@Ysukill]

Don't read my credit card

[@GigaGage-]

It's crazy how this guy's music helped me through the lowest point of my life, no other music has touched and healed my spirit like Nurture did. Hopefully he'll compose something for the Kingdom Hearts series one day.

[@awesome1Rj]

what song?

[@dan_noo]

BRUH, porter on KH gonna be an emotional party

[@tzuyuu1714]

I ain't gonna lie after first time listening to "Everything goes on", I quickly fell in love with it, the SG story and most of all Porter's Voice. The song really gives me nostalgia like I'm reliving my childhood and it has magical vibes in it where I feel like I'm in a fantasy world! Yeah music production of riot games prove their amazing music again, they never let us down. 10/10 NO! 100/10!

[@LexxamanYT]

I once cried reading comments, while listening to one of his songs, Goodbye to a world. I feel so privileged that Porter Robinson made an emotional song for the game I love so much since i was a kid... Thank you for this piece of work 😭

[@anticlickbait]

Oh man. What a good old days. It keep touching me too

[@drone306]

Oh yeah, that song rips my heart in half.

[@spaceheart7513]

Well said, what a beautiful song.

[@KunaTheKiller]

Every time I listening to this masterpiece, my tears comes on their own.

[@KunaTheKiller]

To be honest I love shelter to because it gives that vibes like when you see that video and hear that angelic voice you have to cry no matter what.

[@Joshua-jw9ze]

I gotta check out his music. He seems really genuine. And this song still make me cry still. I love 2 paths they were going with kai'Sa and Xayah. But for me, Xayah and Rakans hits me more. Star Guardian is on the top of lore when it comes to league.

[@Joshua-jw9ze]

@@DangoKaizoki I Can Tell he likes songs about getting over stuff

[@shiv_ring]

Same!

[@funktastic888]

Shelter and Something Comforting are definitely the next step you can take with his music

[@Joshua-jw9ze]

@@funktastic888 I Feel like I’ll break in both

[@iankobe]

His best album is still Worlds. Give it a listen, especially Sad Machine

[@basilisk1997]

When I heard the song the first time I didn't think much of it... I guess I was also mostly focused on the beautiful animation. But I've been coming back to it every day since for some reason and get extremely emotional every time I hear it. No idea why, this song just brings out certain memories and feelings for me.

[@saltylelele]

Pretty much same for me. I’ve been following SG for a long time, so my first thought was Oh hey new lore! But pretty quickly that turned into me really liking the music and yeah, here we are

[@Confusion7182]

That's one of the reasons I love Porter's music so much - it seems to resonate with everyone in their own way, with different memories and emotions attached. The same song can be both heartbreaking and remiscient of the comforting past at the same time.

[@maxbossaert375]

"It just gets me every time" Yeah sure, and now I've been crying 45 out of the 50 times that I listened to the song. The 5 times that I managed not to cry were only because I was fetching a new handkerchief.

[@pinguinthecity4603]

I will always be enraptured by how porter is able to write songs that feel like just a glimpse into an expansive world. Songs like ‘sad machine’, ‘years of war’, ‘shelter’, ‘unfold’ and now ‘everything goes on’ all feel like snippets from stories that would take hours to understand. What’s amazing about these songs though is despite only being 3 minutes out of these larger journeys, they can somehow make you feel as though you understand all the emotional weight behind them, even with only those blissful 3 minutes.

[@DesuVentix]

i still cant believe porter and league did a collab never thought that day would come

[@MadTeeJay]

I love how everyone in the comments knew Porter Robinson before league and its amazing to see two titans which the communities already pulled together, coming together and doing something that actually exceeds our expectations and meets what we desired from these two forces together. Thank you RIOT and Porter :)

[@amirofthedesert]

I became a fan of Porter Robinson from watching Dyrus and Meteos streams and hearing Lionhearted. Full Circle.

[@MadTeeJay]

@@amirofthedesert *chef's kiss*

[@Jordnpoww]

Porter has this gift of pulling an emotion out of a person through his music and lyrics and he just keeps getting better and better with each release. This song hit me so hard when I first heard it with the Start Guardian premiere because it helped round out this story to help you feel for the characters. Then sitting down and listening more to the lyrics, hit me harder becaue of someone close to me being in late stage dementia. "Don't look for me, I'm just a story you've been told." and "Then I felt you on my shoulder, and you weren't suffering anymore" just...wrecked me. Thanks Riot for bringing in such a beautiful artist for this event.

[@ccayco]

"The best advice I feel I can give other people who are trying to do creative work is to try to make your own favorite thing." -Porter

[@manuelalcausin7712]

Of all the lines in the lyrics, the "Don't look for me, I'm just a story you've been told" was the one who hit the hardest. What a powerful line indeed.

[@jarl7380]

Everytime I see something new with Porter, I already know that's gonna leave me at emotional places I have never been before.

[@rimurutempest4945]

Please god and all that is holy, I wish Riot will surprise drop a Star Guardians Anime or an OVA. The chances of that is as low as the PVE happening, but please let it happen. I’m huffing dangerous and borderline lethal amounts of copium right now, so please let me at least die in peace.

[@macicowata]

I think there are higher chances for anime than PVE mode >>

[@rimurutempest4945]

@@macicowata honestly, yeah, and probably higher returns for them too. Still too much copium for one man to huff.

[@cupidok2768]

You can still play LOL during lockdown....-_- you're home all day

[@MrBlitz2000]

Please, bro! I need this

[@elijah8194]

@@cupidok2768 I have no idea what's the relation of your reply with the original comment but some parts of the world are no longer in lockdown though.

[@csignite]

THis song just brings a tear to my eye everytime the line "When we are gone, everything goes on" comes. This is a masterpiece and I believe Riot always nails music. Love you for this Mr.Robinson and plz buff tristana. Peace

[@MikeVoidKai]

Goddamit im crying!! the music is so Beautifull!i have it on replay everyday!

[@shinygiuli]

Very beautiful song for us Starguardians 💗😊✨

[@MikeVoidKai]

@@shinygiuli Yeah! :)

[@JN-ei9hr]

Love these behind the scenes so much. Please make more of these, there's so much potential, like for future cinematics and stuff.

[@Apticx]

Thanks for that masterpiece Porter and also Riot games. This is more than just a promotional music video, this is art and every single person working on that project nailed it.

[@clearlyblurry508]

I love listening to Porter speak. He’s so well spoken and know exactly how to convey what he’s trying to explain. I believe that everything he says is truly genuine. Never stop being yourself, Porter! ❤️ Also, shoutout to Porter’s amazing fan base that has kept it positive and real for so many years. Glad to be a part of it!

[@hatsulurks]

Porter has already captured our emotions through Shelter, that's more than enough for me to look forward to.

[@DarkTiger83]

I didn't really understand the lyric "All the vines that keep you tethered to your room" until I heard the full version of the song. The vines are iv tubes and other medical cables. I just recently FINALLY heard the full song and it slammed into me like crazy. I think I cried when first watching the music video and cried again at the full song a full three months later. Might be something I'd love to have played at my funeral one day. A perfect combination of sad and uplifting.

[@nalthanzo4648]

As a composer myself, I really love how Porter Robinson breaks down his thought process. It's fascinating to see how other people put together music. Building the song around a single musical motif and message is something I do with my songs, and it's quite reassuring to know it isn't a bad idea. EDIT: Also, wanting to write your new favorite song hits hard for me. I always end up obsessing over my newest piece, listening to it on repeat, singing it constantly like a madman. It's a very chaotic and beautiful process.

[@MS-kb4jh]

Porter you are a phenomenal artist and I'm soo grateful I'm even able to experience ur music. My favorite lyric from this song is. "So let's pretend a little longer" something about that specific part really just hits different for me

[@gerardoaparicio8980]

i saw you at the gorge, man i cried so much when you were closing it out and just speaking

[@michaelfrench8517]

Porter Robinson. Such a genuine and gifted person. Thank you for making the world a better place through your music.

[@mythrimax]

Wow, that was a fantastic look behind the scenes. I definitely sensed everything he was talking about in his reflection. His emotions and heart totally came through in the music. Beautiful!

[@darellinares3956]

Thank you Porter Robinson for the explanation, you truly are a master at your work :)

[@Cat-xo8zz]

I don't think i've ever listened to a song by Porter that hasn't made me tear up. He's just a genius at knowing how to pull you into his songs. His songs make you feel like you're living in the music. Idk if that makes sense but it's the only way to describe it.

[@amazonfamilia8712]

its not even been a week since the song have launched yet it already gives nostalgia, absolutely amazing song, really captured the feeling of the current state of star guardians

[@TwoEzDragon]

The way Porters mind works has been such an inspiration for me. I always love the behind the scenes footage he does, you really get an insight into what he's doing, especially in the nurture and shelter ones! Love this

[@daniellin188]

at 4:03, Porter's reaction was exactly mine when I heard the song, and also when I make a cool tune myself. I love that they do the behind the scenes stuff because it makes everything so real.

[@Talented_T]

The music was incredible and it had me in my feelings

[@jaclyndenz1971]

Am I the only one who cried and cried watching this? I feel so understood. These feel like my words too. Omg what a beautiful and empathetic soul.

[@icedragon5896]

His music has always had an element of magic to it, that you could really grasp onto and feel. the fusion of the song, the lyrics, melody, with key moments in the animation really drive it to a world beyond. I really felt it for days afterwards, as it played in my head on repeat, and that just does not happen with as many songs that I've listened to. Big thank you to the team who worked with Porter Robinson. I don't think it would have been anywhere as profound if not for the blending of visuals with his song.

[@lizpoche944]

When my son who is 26 sent me this song and asked me if I'll like this song? So I listened to it once and I was hooked immediately! I'm not a kid but I acted like one every time I played this song so many countless times! IT'S JUST BEAUTIFUL TO LISTEN to, I feel like a kid again 😊

[@charlotteruan995]

Porter Robinson's song never makes me disappointed. Everytimes he brings a new song to us, it's always a masterpiece

[@fangx7424]

Man, ive been playing league for so long and ive lost the original people I played the starguardian events with. Those were some of the best memories i have and as a Xayah player i lost my Rakan. Starguardian has always held a special place in my heart and this song really hits everything i needed it to. Hearing the intentions behind the creative process really drives it home too.

[@astyutechick7980]

I just wanna talk to him now. Wanna know what other lines had that emotional impact as he was writing the song that was akin to "I'm just a story you've been told". The line "cause when we're gone, everything goes on" is also extremely sad - makes me feel like the he's trying to put distance between them in order to comfort her, but we feel how sad it must be for her to hear that - that their love is just an inconsequential part of the universe.

[@Matt-ib6vd]

Man !!! I don’t know .. I get so emocional with this !! But thank you so much Porter !! This is so magical 🪄💖

[@Popoybato123]

As someone who also has a person close to me going through clinical depression and anxiety this really warms my heart. She isn't really into league but I'm happy that she is able to enjoy this through Porter's music. Much love everyone!

[@Kyumune]

I love this song so much and the story behind the lyrics and its emotional meaning

[@johnsaragosa4995]

Porter Robinson is such an amazing artist! I've been a long time fan, but seeing him perform at EDC, watching his livestreams during lockdown, and now THIS?!? Tears EVERYWHERE!

[@TheSiberian]

As a producer I would like to have a listen to the instrumental version just to analyze how it was made and all the details it contains. I always loved Porter Robinson and his music but this one is definitely my favorite. If you're looking for me these days, I'll be in Spotify playing this song on repeat

[@inferno5434]

Absolutely love everything about this song. It’s really helping me through an incredibly hard time rn. Porter if you somehow see this, thank you for everything 🙏

[@TonyB369]

This video was awesome to listen to and learn about the inspiration and culmination of the song

[@kirokie2156]

As an aspiring musician, I am truly inspired by Porter Robinson's music. I admire the fact that his music makes me remember certain emotions and I just reminisce the past while listening to his music.

[@TheWarmachine375]

They should make an animated series like what they did with Arcane.

[@felixrigole9165]

Honestly, a animated Star Guardian series would be so cool

[@helpmereach45ksubswithoutvideo]

Fun fact: these videos makes our days better

[@Bakwingxd]

The music hits hard like a malphite diving turret with her 3 more friends

[@pastelhotmess9299]

I love how he brings his art into spaces beyond physical touch and combines reality with it its like his niche

[@xxargonautxx9790]

This song that you sung hit me so hard! You work is art! Been listening this song on repeat for HOURS and haven't gotten sick of it yet. Love your song. Also to have this for a song for Xayah and Rakan is beyond bettersweet. Like everyone that knows their lore knows the love they have for eachother.

[@Yummuyu]

What a good way to show the creative process, really made me appreciate the song even more!!!

[@w1ndt]

Beautiful song and even more beautiful words from Porter.

[@rena6273]

That's a lot of art

[@spaceheart7513]

Such a wonderful song. It really brings me back into what I love about music, and has served it's purpose very well. I love seeing these characters in a setting that is more similar to my own, the song definitely made me cry a few times. The animation is so beautiful and so is the song. :D

[@Luna_sora222]

yet I love this song has such power to hit u with the feelings and even the animation (considering it as being able to feel the music)

[@jayriddare1605]

OMG, that's freaking deep man! He's really tuning those great chords and amazing emotions into a miracle rhapsody. I love Porter Robinson's opus!🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@Nemuriah]

When I 1st heard this song, it made me cry. I lost my fiance 2 years ago at COVID pandemic in Brazil and I just couldn't go through without him. I was lost, we couldn't say goodbye to each other and it was just killing me inside. The kindness and the love in this song is too close from him and helped me to breath again. The last seconds when Xayah had flashes of Rakan, I shouted together... 10x a lot for this amazing work. It meant a lot to me.

[@Subietay]

Chills. So awesome to see the making and behind the scenes of porters work. Such a musical genius

[@Christina.N.]

What a beautiful outro! Very interesting and really like the song- really grows on you.

[@Takashisan123]

Thank you Porter and Riot! Truly a great song and animation!!!!

[@melux]

this song, like all of Riot's, has made me cry 🥹​🥹​, help this song is very melancholy but even so I can't stop listening to it ♡🥹​

[@dabi_]

05:14 “That was when the magic, for me. reached 100%. Because…I’m always chasing after complete sincerity. I feel full as an artist, when I feel I’m telling the truth.” That is so inspiring and beautifully articulated. 🥺

[@shuzelice]

When he said he's the first to reach out to RIOT, brings a smile to my face. When you know you could do something amazing, you don't wait for an opportunity. You reach out and grab it. Thanks for another beautiful music, Porter Robinson ❤️

[@mhwtzmhwtz1942]

Thank you for making this masterpiece ❤❤

[@josemiguelamaya2381]

He looked so happy working with Riot

[@TJBROWN]

As a musician I relate with so many things he said in this, and I loved this whole collab, from the trailer, to the orchestral theme, to the actual song. Awesome.

[@HK-gm8pe]

I cant say that I love this event soo much but I absolutely loved the music video, this music has this sad but in the same time magical vibe, really loved it

[@heesuxmitsuki9158]

A MASTERPIECE WE BE SHOULD PROUD OF! 🔥✨

[@keyronkathrynekathrynkeyron]

When arcane became master piece of all the viewer i think riot want there content became masterpiece because... A content that never forget in our memory i think that they do now my theory 🥰

[@shonen84]

Sheesh, the production value of this BTS is off the charts. Amazing work, Riot. Great song, Porter.

[@aasteem]

This song is a straight up masterpiece. I can listen to it over and over and over again. So much LOVE to you people at League of Legends and Porter Robinson for creating this insanely beautiful piece of art!!! 💖💖💖

[@catwhisper2211]

My tears just out when ever i hear this song, its just so good, i cant describe how good it is, one of the best 2:39 in my life, i wish the song was longer.

[@harlem8015]

Talk to him

[@catwhisper2211]

@@harlem8015 XD how, but maybe 2:39 is enough !

[@harlem8015]

@@catwhisper2211 maybe his Facebook or Instagram

[@harlem8015]

@@catwhisper2211 also did you edit your comment,cus if i remember well you were talking about how it reminds you of someone

[@bapob]

The version on Spotify is longer

[@Eraseablepen]

I am going through a bitter break up right now but we parted because we loved each other and knew our choice was for the best. On our last day we danced to music and songs that were memorable to us. This song perfectly describes our sentiment-what we’ve been through…even to the sea part- we had our first date by the sea, walking around by the beach. To be honest, I broke down listening to this song. He plays league too and I hope he’s doing better than I am.

[@chgaming5059]

Can't wait for the full songs

[@jalalhadjimalik6871]

Literally, the reason why I shift to LOL wild rift from MLBB is because of their cinematics, musics and the stories behind the champions. 💓

[@zoey3254]

The animation the music the lyrics its all filled to the brim with emotional meaning to the starguardian world and to us as a audience. It helps us connect with the characters and world so brillantly. The whole song just vibes with the starguardians.

[@B_R_U_H14]

The MV and the Music used is so good Also, I just have to say this R.I.P. SG Rakan

[@donghakim_]

Full of healthy vitality, his genuine heart he puts into his every creations is why his creations ring true in deeper soul level.

[@uttamkumarroy6120]

This whole Star Guardian theme including this amazing and beautiful song by Porter Sir has really touched my heart. Thank you Porter Sir for giving us such an amazing song and thanks to Riot for creating such an amazing animation. Love is so beautiful and this video and the song both are just perfect examples.

[@najmaht.a.1314]

okay riot now make a whole spinoff series for star guardian as well

[@MarcyChill]

what an incredible story to tell - thank you to everyone involved! you've brought some magic into the lives of everyone this touches.

[@savannahrow157]

this is absolutely beautiful. the passion and the love behind the art brings literal tears to my eyes. thank you for sharing your vision and emotions with everyone. it is truly appreciated

[@IxX3koXxI]

Normally I NEVER go out of my way to watch the "Making of" for any video or song.... But with "Everything Goes On" I felt such sincerity in the video and lyrics that I just had to! It totally hits those uplifting yet sad notes and sets the tone for moving forward despite hardship. I got sucked in on the 1st watch :D

[@mohang8514]

From Shelter to Everything Goes On, Porter Robinson and Riot never fails to make people fall in love with music and animation.

[@guinazusweet]

You know? I take care of a one-year-old baby and one day I wanted to hear this song and I put it on her TV and she was fascinated, stunned, watching the cinematic while enjoying the song, the voice, and the dance, every day I put it on once and she enjoys it as much or even more than me.

[@hqhuy931]

this star guardian lore and this music... Riot has so much potential story to make into movies, into full-fledged high budget standalone games that I know people would love. I hope one day we will see a game about Pantheon's journey, Sylas and Lux, Story game of the Star Guardian lore and maybe even a Shurima-themed game that takes us through the history of the Darkins and the story of man-made gods

[@nationXD]

U can feel the love and effort that went to making this song and the animation and I haven’t seen that in riot for quite awhile this is probably my favourite song of 2022❤️

[@KomiWasHere]

I also wanted people to be sentimental and being attatched to their mains.

[@kbuster2473]

This is like a revival of "Goodbye To A World" whereas now he loves playing league instead of having to leave a digital world.

[@psykidomcscotty13]

Man, I'm bawling and Porter did it again. Pulling heart strings left and right, their creative process making the music video was beautiful and always left tears in our eyes.