A beautiful blend of talent, courage, and classical music left Rome Airport travelers in awe when a 10-year-old violin prodigy, Yeonah Kim (@yeonah_kim_violin on Instagram), performed an impromptu duet with pianist Julien Cohen. The duo’s breathtaking rendition of Vivaldi’s “Summer” turned the airport’s Terminal 1 into an unexpected concert hall, captivating both onlookers and millions of viewers online.
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The now-viral performance began when Yeonah, a young violinist from South Korea, approached Cohen, a seasoned pianist and internet sensation, while he played a public piano. At first, Cohen was skeptical about the young girl’s request to play the challenging Vivaldi piece alongside him. “She wants to play Vivaldi?” Cohen asked, raising an eyebrow. When Yeonah confidently replied, “Yes,” his hesitation quickly turned into astonishment.
A magical moment in Terminal 1
As the crowd gathered around, the duo began their performance, communicating effortlessly with eye contact and subtle cues.
Yeonah played her violin with incredible speed, precision, and emotional depth, perfectly complementing Cohen’s piano accompaniment. Travelers paused to witness the young girl’s exceptional skills, their stunned reactions captured in a video that has since garnered over 21.2 million views on social media.
One traveler, overheard in the video, described the experience as “goosebump-worthy,” while others took out their phones to document the once-in-a-lifetime moment. A comment on the viral clip summed up the public’s amazement: “No matter how good you do it, there’s always going to be an Asian kid who does it 1000 times better than you,” wrote Instagram user @rhk_valenzz.
Cohen later shared the video on his social media, praising Yeonah for her extraordinary talent. “A 10-year-old violin child prodigy played Vivaldi’s ‘Summer’ with me at Rome Airport! It was a crazy and beautiful moment,” he wrote, adding that her technical mastery and emotional expression were far beyond her years.
The story behind the prodigies
Cohen, a Paris-born pianist with over 3.29 million YouTube subscribers, has made a name for himself with impromptu duets in public spaces. His collaborations often feature surprising musical partners, but none have captured hearts quite like Yeonah.
Yeonah, on the other hand, is a rising star in the classical music world. Born in Seoul, South Korea, she began studying the violin at age 4. A long-term student of renowned violinist Sunny Lee, Yeonah has already achieved international acclaim, including winning first place at the Zhuhai International Mozart Competition for Young Musicians in 2023. Her performances across Europe have earned her a dedicated following, with 15.4K YouTube subscribers and 245K Instagram followers.
A performance that inspired millions
The airport performance is not just a viral sensation but a testament to how fun music can be when bringing people together in unexpected ways. As one commenter put it, “These moments remind us of what pure joy and raw talent look like.”
Want to experience Yeonah’s brilliance for yourself? You can follow her on Instagram (@yeonah_kim_violin) and subscribe to her YouTube channel, where she regularly shares stunning performances. Cohen’s captivating duets and solo performances can also be found on his YouTube channel (@juliencohen_piano), offering a treasure trove of musical magic.
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The one phrase people most want to ban forever—and 20 more that drive us all nuts
If you’ve ever cringed at hearing “It is what it is” or rolled your eyes at someone saying “No offense…” before delivering something totally offensive, you’re definitely not alone. Some expressions are so irritating, so overused, or so grammatically cursed that hearing them once more might just push us over the edge.
We asked our Facebook audience, “ If you could ban one annoying phrase from existence forever, what would it be?” and holy moly, did the floodgates open. Typically, a given question might rack up around 5,000 comments—but this one? Over 14,000. People shared responses that were funny, petty, brutally honest, and occasionally downright poignant. From phrases that try (and fail) to sound wise, to those so overused they've lost all meaning entirely—here are the top contenders folks are completely done with.
The one phrase nearly everyone wants to vanish
By far the most repeated offender was:
Over and over, users cited this as the ultimate non-response. It’s dismissive, it ends conversations, and it offers exactly zero comfort or help.
Another big category? Expressions meant to comfort that end up being painful or insulting. These include:
Many commenters explained that these phrases, while often well-intentioned, feel dismissive in times of grief or hardship.
Grammar gripes and word crimes
Grammar lovers had a lot of feelings. Some of the most-cited “please stop saying this” phrases included:
And let’s not forget the collective rage over “pacifically” when people mean “specifically.”
Words that reveal more than they intend
Several users took issue with phrases that feel passive-aggressive or intellectually lazy, such as:
As user Jacqueline C. put it, “'To be honest...' What does that mean? That you're not honest any other time?”
Phrases tied to racism, sexism, or toxic positivity
A significant number of respondents took aim at harmful or politically charged phrases. Among them:
These comments weren’t just about annoyance—they were about the emotional weight and social impact of language.
James G. didn’t mince words when he wrote: “‘Go back to your country, then’ 🤬. The epitome of racist. I love my country, plus my ancestors did not ASK to be brought here the way they were.”
Corporate speak and empty buzzwords
You knew these were coming.
These phrases sparked a different kind of rage—one reserved for staff meetings and marketing emails.
Iris H. summed it up: “Most corporate speak. Downsizing. Low hanging fruit. Pivot. etc…..” Just say what you mean, please.
Why this resonated so deeply
There’s something unifying about shared irritation. These phrases might seem harmless or routine, but for many people, they’re like verbal paper cuts—tiny annoyances that, over time, sting a lot more than they should.
Whether it’s poor grammar, dismissive condolences, or flat-out hate speech in disguise, we’re collectively craving language that’s thoughtful, clear, and kind.
So the next time you find yourself reaching for one of these expressions, take a beat. Maybe there’s a better way to say what you mean. Or maybe… just don’t say anything at all.
And if you’ve got your own phrase that should be banished from existence? Don’t worry—there’s still time to add to the list.
Got another phrase that needs to go? Drop it in the comments on our original Facebook post.
Bonus: The top five most hated phrases from our poll
Let’s make 2025 the year we finally stop saying all of them.