Rachel Platten

Rachel Platten is an American singer-songwriter born in 1981. She initially released music independently, putting out two albums in 2003 and 2011. Her career took a significant turn when she signed with Columbia Records in 2015, marking the beginning of her major-label journey. This move led to the release of her breakout single "Fight Song", which achieved immense success worldwide, peaking at number 6 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and topping charts in the UK.

Platten's subsequent work included her major-label debut studio album, Wildfire, released in 2016 to critical acclaim and commercial success, earning a gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of America. The album featured notable singles such as "Stand by You" and "Better Place". She followed this up with her second major-label album, Waves, in 2017. Throughout her career, Platten has received notable recognition, including a Daytime Emmy Award for her live performance of "Fight Song" on Good Morning America, solidifying her position as a talented and accomplished singer-songwriter in the music industry.