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Girl with special needs walks up to singer to hear his classic Whitney Houston cover up close
This performance will pull on every heart string.
Aubrey Murray
07.20.20

When you’re roaming city streets it’s common to see an amazing performance right on the sidewalk. Sometimes we may be too “busy” to actually stop to watch every show, but once we slow down a bit we can enjoy the insane talents these performers have. In Washington DC, a singer named Kenny Sway has a sidewalk concert that you could never pass up.

An Incredible Talent

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Kenny’s remarkable voice has the power to stop anyone in their tracks just to listen. One day a young girl with special needs named Emily came across Kenny singing on the streets of DC. Kenny was surrounded by a crowd of lucky listeners when young Emily was going to get a surprise of a lifetime.

Dedicated To Emily

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Kenny brought Emily in the middle of the circle when he sang to her one of the most legendary songs we all know and love, I Will Always Love You by Whitney Houston. Emily was glowing with joy while she listened to Kenny’s unbelievable voice. She even waved her arms to the rhythm of the beautiful song.

We Can’t Help But Smile

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Kenny’s performance will leave your arms covered in goosebumps, as he hits every note of the immensely talented Whitney Houston. Music is truly magical by bringing humanity together in so many ways. What may have seemed like a small gesture by Kenny, had the power to change Emily’s life, creating a wonderful memory she would never forget.

The Power Of Music

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Moments like these remind us that there is still kindness and love in the world. Emily swayed with amazement while Kenny sang every note perfectly. But when it was time for Kenny to hit Whitney Houston’s epic high note he was ready for the challenge! Kenny effortlessly sang the amazing pitch which had Emily cheering right alongside him.

Jumping For Joy

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Every pedestrian that stumbled upon this amazing live performance was moved by Kenny and his band’s heart-warming talent. For them to watch young Emily’s happiness beam throughout the DC streets, is something to hold onto forever. It’s not every day that you find a talent like Kenny singing on the city streets.

Memories That Last A Lifetime

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Luckily, someone recorded this beautiful serenade, the video has over 3 million views on YouTube and once you watch it you’ll understand why. Viewers on YouTube were extremely touched by the amazing performance.

A viewer named Calvin Coggins wrote,

“As a Dad with a special needs daughter I know that this is something that young lady will always remember and it will always have a special place in her heart just because that young man took the time to make it a special song for her that makes him a hero in my eyes we need more people in this world like him”

Beautiful Kindness

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This will definitely be a moment that Emily will always cherish in her heart. Kenny’s empathetic act should inspire all of us to do whatever we can to spread kindness throughout our lives. Life is too short not to spread love in any way we can!

You might need a box of tissues before you watch this spectacular performance.

Watch the full heart-warming video below.

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