You may be familiar with Rachel Platten’s uplifting anthem, “Fight Song.” This summer, it has resonated with many, serving as a powerful source of inspiration. But nothing compares to a young boy’s emotional rendition of the song alongside the artist herself at his hospital bedside. Meet 7-year-old Ethan Torres, who infuses new meaning into this already impactful song.
When Rachel learned about Ethan’s admiration for her music, she decided to pay him a surprise visit at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Battling stage-four atypical rhabdoid teratoid, a rare and aggressive tumor affecting the brain and spinal cord, Ethan had been using “Fight Song” as a source of strength throughout his treatment journey.
“Ethan adores ‘Fight Song’ and had it memorized after just a few listens,” shared his father, Mark Torres. “He would sing it during tough moments, like when he had headaches, but now it’s part of his morning routine, bedtime, and even during his medical procedures.” Rachel was genuinely moved to see how much the song meant to him.
This heartfelt duet captures a beautiful moment of resilience:
“This is my fight song
Take back my life song
Prove I’m alright song
My power’s turned on
Starting right now I’ll be strong
I’ll play my fight song
And I don’t really care if nobody else believes
‘Cause I’ve still got a lot of fight left in me.”
September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the fact that 15,780 children under 21 are diagnosed with cancer each year, with around a quarter of them not surviving. Brave kids like Ethan are fighting every day against this illness. One comment on YouTube suggested, “They should record the duet professionally and donate the proceeds to cancer research.” What a great idea!
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In summary, Ethan’s duet with Rachel Platten serves as a touching reminder of strength and hope in the face of adversity. Their performance not only uplifts spirits but also brings attention to the ongoing battle against childhood cancer.