How an 11-year-old superfan met her pop idol, Michael McDonald

The parents of 11-year-old Paisley Gardner didn't know what to think when she became obsessed with the smooth voice of 1970s soft rock legend Michael McDonald. Steve Hartman has the story in "On the Road."
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[@beataylorsdeeppinkecstasy9013]

With a name like Paisley, she was destined to love music from the 70's.

[@blueturtle1719]

What a sweet story. I'm so glad Paisley got to meet Michael McDonald and that he was kind to her.

[@lchambers56]

One of the few good things about TH-cam is that it holds a vast library of music from the past. Younger kids are discovering music from the 70s and 80s and getting hooked on music with true talent and depth.

[@therealbrentrolland]

Not only is Michael McDonald one of my favorites and heroes, but I can say the same for Paisley! What a fantastic, timeless heart. Never give up on your dreams or what you love!

[@Area43-uBoot]

I woke up in a terrible mood this morning and I've carried with me all day today. This was the first few moments of my day that I forgot about it all and smiled.

[@annietiques1803]

Absolutely the sweetest story! And she's absolutely right, Michael McDonald does have the voice of an angel. He's been one of my favorites since at least 1975.

[@hyunglee243]

The girl with good taste in music 👍👍

[@gbluesky4264]

So lucky to have a child with some substance

[@corinnaweber7554]

Sweetheart, you have great taste in music! Don't ever change your standards.

[@MrJimmy1953]

She has great taste in musical icons. 🎼

[@lyssah819]

That's so sweet. She made me cry, when she started to cry. His voice is still magic.

[@meejinhuang]

Now we all want to see her meet Michael in person.

[@teamstertrucker7108]

She has an old soul love it

[@matthewmolkentin6230]

When I was around her age, I was a Frank Sinatra fan which surprised my parents considering the generation gap between us.

[@allisuntalley5483]

Not my bitter soul smiling from ear to ear for this kid.

[@susansailors1716]

Little girl has excellent taste.

[@willbill6449]

Bless her and everyone involved with this. Made me tear up. Damn..

[@javiernarvaez5297]

She’s so lucky! She got to meet a music legend!

[@wadesouza6402]

I am 60+ and also a big McDonald fan and have been for years. But, it is heart warming to find out that not only is the guy a great singer but a good guy. I am guessing he made this child's day, month and year. Behind it all, he is a human being and frankly after decades in what is a tough business that can turn you jaded, at least in this case, he still has a heart and the willingness to make the time to talk to a kid and setup a chance for her to see a concert up close. Like another commenter mentioned, this brought a big smile to my face too on a day that wasnt real great. There is still some good stuff on the internet.

[@saleemahwilson9908]

Paisley girl! You have an old soul.... this warmed my heart, to say the least🎉🎉