Emotional Viral Video Lands 11-Year-Old Fan A Spot On Stage With Shenandoah

An 11-year-old named Corbin got the experience of a lifetime when one of his favorite ’90s country bands, Shenandoah, took notice of his support and brought him on stage during a recent show.

The boy’s mom, Jessica often posts about her sons love for traditional country music online, even joking that he was “born in the wrong era.” Back in May, she was able to fulfill his lifelong dream of attending his first concert and it’s safe to say it was a night he will never forget.

They snagged spots close to the stage, giving Corbin the perfect opportunity to showcase his “Cumberland Road” sign and to catch a guitar pick that was thrown off the stage by the band’s lead singer, Marty Raybon. Jessica shared several videos from the night to TikTok, including one that has racked up over 500k views and even caught the attention on Shenandoah.

“When we saw that Shenandoah would be performing in our town back in May, we knew we had to go. That night, he was in absolute heaven — singing every word, smiling nonstop, completely in awe. And when he caught Marty’s guitar pick, that was the moment that made it all unforgettable,” she told Country Now.

@__jesssss_c_ Marty you made this little boys whole night🥹 @Shenandoah #2dozenroses #shenandoah #90scountry #90sthrowback ♬ original sound – __jesssss_c_

This particular video struck a chord with users as it showed Corbin with tears of joy streaming down his face after catching the pick while fans around them screamed along to the band’s No. 1 hit, “Two Dozen Roses.”

Jessica explained that after Shanendoah saw the video, they invited them back to another show in Georgia where they showed Corbin how much they appreciate his support.

“Corbin looked at me and said, ‘I can’t believe someone so big noticed a little 10-year-old from Georgia!’ He was over the moon.”

In the midst of the show, he’s seen making his way to the stage, where he joined the country music group front and center. Raybon introduced the boy saying, “There was a TikTok, I threw out a pick and he got it. And man…that thing exploded. Has anybody seen the TikTok? Can I tell them you was crying? It’s too late now,” he joked.

When asked if he was having a good time, Corbin gave a hearty “yes, sir” in response. He remained on stage for several more songs, singing, dancing and clapping along with a big smile on his face. Not only that, the group also invited him backstage for a formal meeting.

@__jesssss_c_ 🥹🥹🥹🥹 #shenandoah #countrymusic #90scountry #countryconcert #twodozenroses @Shenandoah ♬ original sound – __jesssss_c_

“For him, this was truly a dream come true — meeting one of the bands he’s loved since he first started listening to country music. It’s a memory he’ll carry for the rest of his life, and as his mom, seeing his pure joy and excitement was something I’ll never forget.”

She continued, “Corbin said it was like everything he’d ever dreamed about was happening right in front of him. Afterward, he said it felt like a dream, that he couldn’t believe he actually got to sing with one of his favorite bands.”

@__jesssss_c_ The day finally came!! Corbin got to meet his favorite country band😍😍😍 #shenandoah #countrymusic #90scountry #countryconcert #twodozenroses @Shenandoah ♬ original sound – __jesssss_c_

This incredible experience was a long time coming for Corbin, who has loved music pretty much all his life. Jessica pointed out that even before he learned to talk, he expressed that he was drawn to anything musical, but specifically old school country.

“While most kids his age are into modern music, Corbin has always gravitated toward the classics — Shenandoah, George Strait, Alan Jackson, Tracey Lawrence etc,” she added.

Shenandoah is on tour now.