John Ondrasik, the songwriter and pianist known for blending pop-rock with emotional storytelling, has released a new version of his hit single “Superman (It’s Not Easy)” to draw attention to Israeli hostages still held by Hamas since the October 7th terrorist attacks.
The brand-new release is a collaboration with current hostage Alon Ohel’s mother, Idit, and his brother, Ronen, along with additional family and friends.
This version changes a lyric in the certified Gold song to “Find a way to Fly – To a home I will soon see.”
In doing so, “Superman” transforms from a song about a hero experiencing human struggles to one of hope for the men and women still in captivity, achieving their own heroism by surviving unspeakable conditions and returning home soon.
I am Honored to collaborate with current hostage Alon Ohel’s mother Idit, brother Ronen, family and…
