At her performance at the Bakkt Theater in Las Vegas, Kelly Clarkson shared an unforgettable moment with her 9-year-old daughter River Rose and 7-year-old son Remington “Remy” Alexander. The trio performed Clarkson’s hit “Heartbeat Song” live, marking the first time the family sang together on stage.
The song was a special pick for the occasion, as River Rose has loved it since she was a baby. Kelly shared with the audience that when she asked her daughter which song she wanted to sing on tour, River Rose immediately requested “Heartbeat Song.” The moment was made even sweeter as River Rose proudly sang alongside her mom, with Remy confidently joining in, unfazed by the large crowd.
Clarkson told the crowd that River Rose not only chose the song but also picked out her own dress for the performance. She proudly mentioned how her daughter “killed it” during soundcheck, and fans couldn’t help but gush about how cute the mother-daughter duo was rocking out together.
Fans flooded social media with messages like, “That’s a moment she’ll never forget. The first time she got to go on stage with her mom” and “A star is born! Kelly gave River Rose the confidence to get up there and sing her heart out.” The following night, River Rose returned to the stage, and for extra cuteness, Remy joined in too.
Kelly Clarkson shares her two children with her ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, whom she married in 2013. They divorced in 2022 after a lengthy process.
“Heartbeat Song” was the lead single from Clarkson’s 2015 album Piece by Piece. The song was a huge success, earning platinum status in the U.S. and becoming her biggest hit in a decade. It topped the US Dance Club Songs chart and landed in the top 10 on charts worldwide.
Though “Heartbeat Song” received much acclaim, some controversy surrounded the song’s resemblance to Jimmy Eat World’s 2001 hit “The Middle.” Clarkson addressed the issue, saying she hadn’t noticed the similarity but appreciated the band’s response, acknowledging “There are only so many chords.” Ultimately, Jimmy Eat World did not pursue legal action, and the song credits remain unchanged.
