What It Takes

Album: Act Of Valor Soundtrack (2012)
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  • Country duo Montgomery Gentry penned this song for the soundtrack of the action movie Act Of Valor. The movie shows Navy Seals combating terrorists and is inspired by true events. Devoted supporters of the U.S. military, Montgomery Gentry have been on several USO tours. "We've always been huge supporters of our military, and when the opportunity came up to sing 'What It Takes' for the Act Of Valor soundtrack, we jumped at the chance," Troy Gentry told The Boot. "The movie and the song both speak to the heart of what our military heroes mean to us."

    "They put their lives on the line, and they do anything that it takes to get the job done and protect our freedom," added Eddie Montgomery. "We can't say enough about the men and women and their families that sacrifice for us every day."

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