Filmmaker Statement

What started as a viral army cadence remix by MJ Hanks, amassing 20 million views on TikTok, quickly grew into something much bigger. With The Marine Rapper and Topher adding powerful verses, we set out to create an official music video—a Veterans Day tribute honoring the 13 service members who gave their lives during the Kabul evacuation. Built on real quotes from their loved ones, evocative projections, and a custom-built set(and a maxed-out credit card), this project became a labor of love for all those involved. It’s more than a music video—it’s a heartfelt anthem that resonated deeply with the veteran community, proving the power of music and storytelling to unite and heal.