Rachel Platten’s “Fight Song” has been used by corporations, sports teams and at least one 7-year-old cancer patient to inspire all kinds of emotional uplift.

The original version was known as "Fight, Eagles, Fight," something that was changed in the newer lyrics. It was designed to be Philadelphia's version of Washington's song, which is now known as ...

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In a 2015 interview with ABC News, Platten explained the genesis of her inspirational anthem: “When I wrote ‘Fight Song,’ I was in a particular low point,” she said.

AFTER “FIGHT SONG,” Platten’s label, Columbia, wanted her to put out music as quickly as possible to build on the enthusiasm. Platten released the album Waves in 2017 with a lead single ...