Some moments in life feel too surreal to be true—what I like to call my “pinch me” moments. Recently, I experienced one that touched my heart in a way words can barely capture. Living in a world filled with visual wonders while having limited sight often makes me feel like an outsider looking in. But on this night, thanks to Robbie Williams, I felt more seen, included, and cherished than ever before.
It began when Robbie approached me with warmth and kindness, introducing himself gently: “It’s Robbie, I’m right here in front of you.” Such a simple phrase, yet it resonated deeply within me, shattering the invisible barrier that often separates me from the world around me.
Then came the moment that left me absolutely overwhelmed—Robbie dedicated his iconic ballad “She’s the One” to me. He positioned his chair at the edge of the stage, directly facing me, promising to serenade me as if the entire hall disappeared and it was just us. With my fragmented vision, I couldn’t quite locate him, but it didn’t matter. The music carried me. You don’t need eyes to feel the beauty of a song sung straight from the heart.
@canseecantsee This is totally one of my pinch me moments! It really touched the deepest corners of my heart (more so than a bag of revals on a bad eye day and that’s saying something). Here I am, navigating a world filled with visual wonders, yet barely able to partake in them. But then, Robbie, yes THE Robbie Williams, he came into my life and shattered the barriers of my sighted existence. Picture this: Robbie walks up to me, introducing himself with such compassion and warmth. “It’s Robbie, I’m right here in front of you,” he says. Those simple words resonated within me, igniting a flame of care, kindness, and thoughtfulness. And that wasn’t even the end of it! Robbie, the charming cheeky chap that he is, decides to dedicate “She’s the One” to me, yes me. Can you bloody believe it? He positions his chair on the corner of the stage, directly facing me, and promises to lock eyes and serenade me. I was absolutely overwhelmed, desperately trying to locate his exact position with the small fragmented sight I have, yet fail! Rather than get annoyed I count myself super lucky that this song is being sung to me, you don’t need eyes to hear that. But then, like a beacon of love, Robbie returns, holding me in the tightest embrace (a bit like the way I hold my sweets) while continuing his awesome performance. Amidst his verses, he paints a vivid picture of our surroundings, the crowd, their cheering, and the grandeur of the Royal Albert Hall. In that moment, we stood together, defying convention, as everyone else sat while we proudly remained standing. It was a gesture so monumental, so awe-inspiring, that it brought tears to my eyes. @robbiewilliams you cannot fathom the significance of your actions. You made me feel included, cherished, and worthy, amidst a world that often treats me as an inconvenience. Thank you, from the depths of my soul, for this unforgettable memory. Although I couldn’t gaze upon your beautiful face, the opportunity to hold you so tightly was more than enough to fill my heart with so much happiness, and no I didn’t lick him 😂❤️ #RobbieWilliams #royalalberthall #Blind #audiodescription #Inclusive
As if that weren’t enough, Robbie returned to me during his performance, wrapping me in the warmest, tightest embrace—one I’ll never forget. While he sang, he vividly described the scene: the roaring crowd, the historic grandeur of the Royal Albert Hall, the energy that pulsed through the night. Standing together while the audience sat, it felt like we were defying convention, sharing a moment of unity, strength, and pure joy.
That gesture meant everything. In a world that too often treats me as an inconvenience, Robbie made me feel not just included, but celebrated. His kindness reminded me that music and compassion have the power to dissolve boundaries and create connections that sight alone could never achieve.
@robbiewilliams — thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for this memory I will treasure forever. Though I couldn’t gaze at your face, the chance to hold you close was more than enough to fill my soul with happiness. (And no, I didn’t lick him!)
