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Five for Fighting is the stage name of U.S. singer-songwriter John Ondrasik. His 2000 album America Town went platinum in the U.S. due to the success of the song "Superman (It's Not Easy)" in late 2001. The 2004 album The Battle For Everything has also enjoyed chart success in the United States. John has also released a DualDisc of his 2004 album which has one side containing The Battle for Everything in its entirety and the other side being a DVD containing bonus footage and the "100 Years" music video. John Ondrasik was born in the San Fernando Valley in Los Angeles. He grew up there in a musical family with his mother teaching him the piano from the age of two. As a teenager, he learned how to play the guitar as well and started to write music. While he also learned to sing opera briefly, he quickly decided that he would like to be a piano playing popular musician along the lines of Elton John and Billy Joel. He adopted the name "Five for Fighting" which is an expression in ice hockey when a player is sent from the rink by the referee for a major penalty. The name was used for the reason that it would be more memorable than his real name. In 1997, his first album Message for Albert was released by EMI. After the success of "America Town," Capitol Records re-released this debut album. In 2000, Five for Fighting signed with Columbia Records and released America Town on September 26, 2000. At first, it made little impact until "Superman (It's Not Easy)" became an anthem after the September 11 attacks. He would perform the song at The Concert for New York City in late 2001. "Superman (It's Not Easy)" started climbing the charts reaching the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the Billboard Adult Top 40. While America Town failed to make the top 50 of the Billboard 200 album charts, its consistent sales led to it going platinum. Superman (It's Not Easy) was also an international hit reaching number one on a composite adult international chart (based on performance in the U.S., Canada, Germany, France, the United Kingdom and Australia). Second single Easy Tonight would make the top 20 of the world adult chart as well as going top 20 in New Zealand. The third album The Battle for Everything debuted at number 20 on the Billboard 200 in February 2004. Its first single "100 Years" was another top 40 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 and again reached number one on the World Adult Top 40. It also was number one on a composite world airplay chart and top 10 on a composite world modern rock chart. (based on USA, Germany, United Kingdom, Finland, Sweden, Canada and Australia). The Five for Fighting song "100 Years" was used in a ubiquitous JP Morgan Chase commercial, and more recently in an episode of Scrubs. The song was also used in the last scenes of the final episode of JAG
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Great concert with intimate setting. We liked the Easy parking. The chairs were a little hard for older people to sit in for long. The stringed quartet was great. Lace and Lee were very talented as well. I was surprised to learn that Olivia is John's daughter. I will be getting their music when it come out. I like that John is courageous enough to support the military and stand against aggression and terrorism.
Neighborhood Theatre Charlotte, NCIt was excellent. John and his quartet, as well as the entire crew, always puts on a great show. We have seen him multiple times with the quartet. At times I just close my eyes and listen to the music. It helps to focus on the sounds of all the instruments. The show is excellent therapy to clear your mind. Again, the perfection of the musician’s and the quality sound, make for an awesome experience. Music is great therapy!
Janet & Ray Scherr Forum Theatre Thousand Oaks, CAThis event will stand out in my mind for its relaxed, intimate atmosphere. We loved hearing the stories behind the music, and watching Jon interact with the string quartet, audience and Lace and Lee. We were amazed at the skills of each member of the string quartet. My favorite thing was a surprise duet of the song “I Just Love You”. A perfect evening. Thanks to all these talented artists.
Neighborhood Theatre Charlotte, NCHe walked on the stage and did acapella and the moments the first phrase left his mouth I was teleported back to being 16, in my 1987 Volvo wearing my docs and catholic school skirt hearing his record Battle for Everything for the first time. I got the chills. I had never had someone do that before. It was a last minute ticket. I would go again in a heart beat. His voice hasn’t aged.
The Admiral Theater Omaha, NEWe've seen John 5 times now and this was one of our favorites! Beautiful venue and we always love the quartet! John is so down to earth and a man of great virtue! We believe in all the things he stands for! We loved seeing Olivia sing with him! She is beautiful and very talented! Our front row seats right in front of John made for a perfect night!
Corning Museum of Glass Corning, NYYes, Five for Fighting is currently on tour. If you're interested in attending an upcoming Five for Fighting concert, make sure to grab your tickets in advance. The Five for Fighting tour is scheduled for 23 dates across 21 cities. Get information on all upcoming tour dates and tickets for 2026-2027 with Hypebot.
Five for Fighting is scheduled to play 23 shows between 2026-2027. Buy concert tickets to a nearby show through Hypebot.
Five for Fighting's tour starts May 23, 2026 and ends on Oct 16, 2026. They will play 21 cities; their most recent concert was held in Incline Village at Bowl Incline and their next upcoming concert will be in Colorado Springs at Pikes Peak Center.
As part of the Five for Fighting tour, Five for Fighting is scheduled to play across the following venues and cities:
