Watching someone perform a song you wrote has to be one of the most gratifying feelings. Knowing that your music touched another person’s soul is mission accomplished. Corrine Bailey Rae recently visited the Kaufman Music Center’s Special Music School in New York City to talk with some students. While she was there, 140 aspiring musicians and singers performed her 2006 hit, Put Your Records On. Watching the children light up made Corrine Bailey Rae cry tears of pure joy and love. The connection between the artist and the performer is truly palpable. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kaufman Music Center (@kaufmanmusiccenter) The Students Loved Meeting Corrine Bailey Rae Corrine Bailey Rae smiled as the kids began the song, but as they continued, her smile turned to tears. The children at Kaufman Music Center’s Special Music School certainly did their school and the singer/songwriter proud. “You’re gonna find yourself somewhere, somehow. We’re still beaming (and crying!) from @corinnebaileyrae’s visit to Special Music School last week where our high school student band performed her hit song “Put Your Records On” with the help of the entire K-8 student body!,” the school shared. The comment section loved seeing these kids use their musical gifts. “This is why music and education is so important. I’m so glad everyone in that room was able to experience this,” someone wrote. “It’s so important to be celebrated. Thank you for your gifts Corinne Bailey Rae,” another person agreed. One fan left Corrine a beautiful message. “God Bless you Corinne! I remembered like it was yesterday first watching you perform Live on GMA 07′ before heading off to school and admiring your beautiful natural hair and most importantly your pure spirit. You deserve your flowers for all of the hardwork that you have poured into your music career. We, your fans, Love you,” they wrote. This story’s featured image can be found here.