About the Song
Rachel Ashley Platten is an American singer-songwriter and author. After releasing two albums independently in 2003 and 2011, she signed with Columbia Records in 2015. Platten is best known for her Diamond certified single "Fight Song", which peaked at number 6 on the US Billboard Hot 100, topped charts in the UK, and peaked within the top ten of multiple charts worldwide. Platten won a Daytime Emmy Award for a live performance of the song on Good Morning America. Her major-label debut studio album, Wildfire (2016), was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and featured the follow-up singles "Stand by You" and "Better Place". Her second major-label album, Waves (2017), came out a year later.
Meaning Behind the Lyrics
"Fight Song" has resonated deeply with many listeners as an anthem of resilience and empowerment. The lyrics can be seen as a declaration of strength in the face of adversity, encouraging individuals to stand up for themselves and push through challenges. This message of determination and self-belief has made the song a powerful motivational tool, particularly for those facing personal struggles. The upbeat pop sound further enhances its uplifting theme, making it a rallying cry for anyone needing a boost of courage and confidence in their journey.
Did You Know?
- RACHEL PLATTEN is linked to Wildfire in the music metadata for this track.
- The matched YouTube title presents the clip as an official video, which is worth noting before you hit play.
Music Details
These details come from the iTunes song listing used for the artwork and metadata match.
- Album/collection: Wildfire
- Genre: Pop
- iTunes release date: February 19, 2015
- Track runtime: 3:24
Video Snapshot
- Video title: Rachel Platten – Fight Song (Official Video)
- YouTube channel: Rachel Platten
Quick Facts
- Artist: RACHEL PLATTEN
- Song: FIGHT SONG
- Album/collection: Wildfire
- Genre: Pop
- Reference page: Rachel Platten
