Talk about a birthday to remember! A 7-year-old Ella Langley superfan named Cecilia got the surprise of her life when she was invited onstage to sing “You Look Like You Love Me” alongside Ella Langley and Riley Green during the Barefoot Country Music Fest on June 22.
The moment was extra special — not only was it Cecilia’s birthday, but it also marked the one-year anniversary of Langley and Green’s hit duet. As the young fan took the stage, microphone in hand and smile shining bright, the crowd erupted in cheers.
But how did this adorable collaboration come about? It all started with a TikTok. Earlier in June, Cecilia’s mom, Ally, shared a sweet video of her daughter singing the song while snacking. The clip quickly caught Ella’s attention, who commented, “I’m obsessed with her.” Ally’s response? “You just made her dayyyyy.”
@ally_maxwell773 Ella Langley in the flesh 😂
A few days later, Ella took things to the next level — instead of just sending a birthday message, she invited Cecilia to join her and Riley on stage. And when the music started, Cecilia absolutely stole the show.
The performance was a full-circle moment for the chart-topping track, which was released on June 21, 2024. Since then, “You Look Like You Love Me” has become a fan favorite, earning CMA and ACM awards and even going double platinum.
As the song came to a close, Ella smiled and told Cecilia, “Get it, girl,” while Riley later commented on Instagram, “Stole the show.” Even Noah Cyrus chimed in, writing, “This is the cutest thing.”
Between the cheers, the smiles, and that unforgettable duet, it’s safe to say Cecilia’s birthday dream came true — and she just might be country music’s next big star in the making.
