At just 14 years old, Hailey Benedict had a life-changing moment on stage with Keith Urban at Edmonton’s Rogers Place on Sep 16, 2016. When Urban asked her what she wanted to be when she grew up, she confidently declared, “I want to be a singer-songwriter.”

Keith Urban showed his genuine kindness and love for connecting with fans. In an unexpected twist, Urban not only encouraged her but handed her a guitar and invited her to perform for the crowd of nearly 20,000. What started as a question turned into a surreal “work experience” that gave Hailey a glimpse of the future she’s working toward.

Hailey seized the moment, performing her original song, Clean Slate, with confidence and grace. The crowd was captivated not just by her voice, but by the poise she displayed under the spotlight. What started as a simple gesture from Urban turned into a life-changing moment for Hailey, leaving everyone inspired by her talent and the generosity that made it all possible.

Hailey’s performance was made even more special by her friend McKenna, who cheered her on with pure excitement. McKenna’s support showed the power of friendship and how celebrating others can be just as important as achieving your own goals. Keith Urban’s kindness and Hailey’s courage turned this moment into something unforgettable.

The video has gained more than 6M views on YouTube and numerous positive comments. One said, “Wonderful video!! Loved this moment in the show! Keith was great with Hailey, and she was incredible! So young and yet so calm in front of 20,000 people!” Another continued, “This is awesome! She is a future star for sure! And how cool is Keith Urban, it’s nice when stars are just regular guys at heart, great video.”