Kelsea Balleriniknows how tough middle school can be.
On Tuesday, the 26-year-old country music star shared a sweet letter she received from a 12-year-old fan who opened up to her idol about how her music was helping her get through being bullied at school.
“Dear Kelsea, Hello! My name is Ellie. I am 12 years old. I recently started middle school and it’s been really hard on me and my friend. I wanted to write to you because listening to your songs has changed my world! I just really wanted to say thank you. Thank you for having a voice that helps mend my troubles,” the young girl wrote. “The song I want to recognize most is ‘Homecoming Queen.’ This song reads my mind. I’ve been feeling really sad because people have said some nasty things that I try not to acknowledge.”
Ellie then explained that listening to Ballerini’s songs have helped her feel more comfortable with how she’s feeling, and that she hopes to audition with one of the country star’s songs forAmerica’s Got Talent.
“Sometimes it feels like the world will end if I start showing what’s under my skin. However, your songs have taught me otherwise!” she added. “A lot of kids these days listen to pop and rap music, and not as much country. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE all music and I am seriously considering auditioning forAmerica’s Got Talentso I can sing ‘Homecoming Queen.'”
After reading Ellie’s note, the “Miss Me More” singer decided to respond to the young girl, giving her some heartwarming advice in a post on Instagram.
Kelsea Ballerini.Terry Wyatt/Getty
Several fans commended Ballerini for responding to the fan, one writing, “this is the sweetest thing. thanks for being such a great role model for us ? love you kels.”
“From all the moms of the world, thank you. This is what it’s all about. ?,” another added.
The singer and her husbandMorgan Evans, recently opened up about the idea of becoming parents while attending the2019 Country Music Association Awardsin November.
“I feel like everyone around us is having babies right now. It’s unbelievable, even on the red carpet there’s babies,” Evans, 34, toldEntertainment Tonighton the red carpet.
“We’re a little ways off from that, but we do very much look forward to that,” he said.
source: people.com
