Vladimir John Ondrasik III, known by his stage name Five for Fighting, is an American singer-songwriter and pianist celebrated for heartfelt, piano-driven rock. Rising to fame with the platinum-certified album America Town (2000), he delivered timeless hits including “Superman (It’s Not Easy),” an anthem of hope after 9/11, and “100 Years,” which topped the Adult Contemporary charts for 12 weeks. His follow-up albums The Battle for Everything and Two Lights both went Platinum, with singles like “The Riddle,” “World,” and “Chances” (featured in The Blind Side) expanding his global reach.

With over 2.5 million albums sold, Ondrasik’s music has appeared in films (We Were Soldiers, August Rush), television (JAG, Hawaii Five-0, American Ninja Warrior), and charitable projects, including NASA initiatives and military tributes. Beyond recording, he’s written for artists like Josh Groban and the Backstreet Boys. A lifelong hockey fan, he adopted his moniker from the sport’s five-minute penalty for fighting. Today, Five for Fighting continues to inspire audiences with soulful performances that blend melody, storytelling, and emotional depth.