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Adele has a reputation for creating unforgettable moments on stage, but even she wasn't prepared for this one. During a concert in 2016, the British singer-songwriter invited two young girls from the audience to join her. What started as a sweet interaction quickly turned into a jaw-dropping surprise when she suddenly realized who they were.

In a fan-recorded video shared on YouTube by Fabianvdw, Adele is seen greeting the two girls with warm hugs before asking their names and where they were from. But when she looked out into the crowd and spotted their father, everything fell into place. In complete disbelief, she gasped, "Oh, my god! No way! I knew you when you were babies!" Turning to the audience, she exclaimed, "Her mum plays for me; she plays the cello. You were like two weeks old when I first saw you."



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The singer’s reaction was pure shock, filled with multiple OMGs as she struggled to process the coincidence. It was a surreal moment, not just for Adele but for the entire audience watching it unfold.


"Oh, my god! No way! I knew you when you were babies!"

— Adele


Fans adore Adele’s genuine reaction

Adele’s heartfelt response instantly resonated with fans, many of whom took to the comments section to share their thoughts.

@cocoagirl7921 wrote, "This is why I love Adele. Not only is she crazy talented, she is also an awesome role model for little girls."

Another user, @hannabyrne4045, praised both Adele’s humor and her talent, saying, "If she wasn't one of the most brilliant singers on Earth, she'd be a bloody funny stand-up comedian."

@hana3285 perfectly captured the warmth of the moment, comparing Adele to a friendly neighbor: "She's like the lady from the neighborhood that hasn't seen you for years because you went to college and you just got back. I love her tone."


A moment of pure joy

Others couldn't get over Adele’s priceless reaction. @cherishlife3250 commented, "This video made me laugh so much that I was trying not to be loud; otherwise, I probably would have woken my mom up, and she would have asked me, 'What are you cracking up about?'"


Image Source: YouTube | @beulabellafonte

Image Source: YouTube | @katangel115

Meanwhile, @xdev_henry admired both Adele and the respect her fans showed during the concert:

"Adele is just so sympathetic. And the fans are so respectful! No shouting when she asks not to do it, etc. She’s the one every other star should look up to!"

— @xdev_henry


Adele’s history of heartwarming fan moments

This isn’t the first time Adele has given fans an emotional moment to remember. During another concert, she spotted a young boy in the audience and paused mid-performance to sing directly to him. The little boy was visibly moved as Adele gently brushed his cheek, making the experience even more special.

A video of the encounter, shared on TikTok by @hannnny3, received an outpouring of love from fans, who praised Adele for her kindness.

Adele's concerts aren't just about her powerhouse vocals—they’re about connection, emotion, and surprise moments like these. Whether she's making a fan’s day or reuniting with familiar faces in the most unexpected way, she continues to prove why she’s one of the most beloved artists in the world.

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