Sometimes You Gotta Fight by VANN

This is the Official Social Media Video for http://www.sometimesyougottafight.com by VANN. This song was written & recorded specifically for the reason of funding childhood cancer research and awareness. Co-writer Ryan Burton lived at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Egleston for 6 months with his stepdaughter Callie (Sept 2011 to Feb 2012). Thankfully Callie is in remission. But things can change, and other kids are in a tough spot. All proceeds from download of this song go to the organization CURE Childhood Cancer.

Sometimes You Gotta Fight is an upbeat, radio-ready "anthem of encouragement" for anyone going through a dark time. Written by VANN and Ryan Burton, the song was produced in Real2Reel Studios in Jonesboro, Georgia by VANN and features Georgia musicians, Burton on bass guitar and VANN vocals and guitars for a distinct "north meets south" sound.

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"Sometimes You Gotta Fight" by VANN

Written by VANN & Ryan Burton
Produced by VANN
Engineered by Will McPhaul
VANN: Lead vocals, Backup Vocals, Guitar
Wendy Scheffield: Backup Vocals
Sloan Hayes: Piano & Organ
David Buice: Drums
Ryan Burton: Bass Guitar
Recorded April 2nd to April 6th, 2012 at Real 2 Reel Studio's Jonesboro, GA
*Some recording done in advance at RAVANN Studio Montreal, Canada
MIxed at Real 2 Reel Studio's Jonesboro, GA April 2012
Mastered by Ryan Smith at Sterling Sound in New York May 2012

Sometimes You Gotta Fight - Lyrics

tell me why you cut your hair
you're still beautiful, no one will really care
tell me, why'd you hide your smile?
you're gonna need it in a little while
don't worry baby
anything is possible now

turn off your tears and the lights
everything will be alright
you and me, there's nothing we can't beat
hold onto hope and your dreams
got a shot, it's all we need
to make it right
sometimes you gotta fight

tell me why you feel alone
you've stolen the heart of everyone you've ever known
I'll tell you what I know for sure
so many things we'll do once you feel better
so don't worry baby
'cuz nothing is impossible now
turn off your tears and the lights
everything will be alright
you and me, there's nothing we can't beat, see?
hold onto hope and your dreams
got a shot, it's all we need
to make it right
sometimes you gotta fight

I know it's hard, I know it hurts
I know it's more than you or anyone deserve
and when life shows darkness and pain
know that brighter days will come again

sometimes you just gotta fight

© 2012 VANN & BURTON

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[SuperAnan2010]

Thanks so much! I'm in this video two times!!! I have been keeping Callie in my prayers!!! I think it is so cool that you did this! I was diagnosed when i was 10 and had to get lots of chemo and radiation. I also had to have a bone marrow transplant which was VERY hard! I even went blind at one point! I am now 11 and cancer free!!!!

[Ryan Burton]

hi anan, sorry we missed your comment 2 months ago. thank god you are still cancer free.  our little callie is to. this song is for you. thanks for being one of our angels in the video. god bless you sweetie. ryan

[Kendal Thomas]

Wow. This video is amazing. it reminds me of all my friends I have known who have foght cancer or are still fighting it or who became angels because of it. I am a cancer survivor (had AML, first got sick at 11 years old), I'm now 14 and recently found out it's back and will now need a transplant. I'm in the hospital now getting chemo and this just made my day. Thanks for making this!

[Ryan Burton]

Kendal, thanks for the comments. This song is for you. VANN and I recorded it with you in mind. Our hearts are with you as you fight your fight. Our little Callie has AML also, so we know it all to well. Keep us in the loop and let us know how you are doing. Do you have a facebook page or somewhere we can follow you? Google "Sometimes You Gotta Fight" to find our website and you can email us from there. Feel free to keep us informed. All our love to you...Ryan Burton

[Auntie Eri]

Thank You, on behalf of every child who has fought and every family who has suffered alongside. Love, Erin -proud member of Camp Jack ("Charasmatic") and honorary aunt of Alexander the Great (both taken by Neuroblastoma)

[Ryan Burton]

Thanks Erin, VANN, myself, and CURE Childhood Cancer are grateful for you taking a minute to say "thanks". This song is for the real fighters and heros like Jack and my stepdaughter Callie. Ryan

[jwilliamson1966]

I am so honored for my son Jack to live on for a CURE through this song and video. How sad is it that we are so jaded as a world to even question the heart behind this song like "cheapcape" above? For me, it doesn't matter. As long as people see my child's face, and do SOMETHING constructive, powerful. Cheapcape, when is a time you were so moved as to create a difference? Until you do, please keep the Love pure... Thank you Vann. Love, Camp Jack (aka "Charasmatic" : )

[never1324]

I was diagnosed when I was 10 too! I thankfully didn't have to go through any treatments but cancer is regardless a scary. I am 15 now and in remission also. I am so happy to her that you are cancer free. God bless.

[StlHr4U2]

Beautiful song. My prayers for your daughter also.

[brennanmichelle0530]

Having lost both parents to this hateful disease and then losing my husband although unrelated to cancer , I thought it wasn't worth the fight when it came to my turn . . . .Sometimes you gotta fight though xx

[gality]

Bravo, Guys!

This is a great and moving song. I will spread the word, this disease touches us all.

Big fat love to you and to all the brave kids fighting their battles.

Galit xo

[nycosmopolitan]

I'm so excited about this anthem! It can be downloaded from ITunes or CDBaby -- best 99 cents I've ever spent Please tell everyone!

[Brandy Walden]

This is such a beautiful song. Way to go Ryan and all the angels in this video. This so made me cry!!!!!