Valentino Rossi, a lovely surprise gesture for his sister Clara: “It’s the first time”

Clara Rossi, known by her stage name Clari, is a new singer taking her first steps in the music world—but she’s also Valentino Rossi’s sister. Her first single is titled “Quel poco di cuore,” and to celebrate its release, she held a concert with her band. During the evening, the nine-time world champion made a surprise appearance in the audience.

“Il Dottore” kept his attendance a secret until the very last moment, and after the performance, he joined his sister on stage and embraced her. “It’s the first time he’s heard me sing live. I only found out this morning that he was coming,” she revealed, almost moved.

Before singing, Clara had explained the song’s meaning: “Quel poco di cuore plays on the fact that when we’re not good at expressing our emotions, it can seem like we don’t have any at all. You shouldn’t protect your heart too much, or else no one will ever be able to get inside it. On the contrary, we should wear it out, we should use it, we should see it lying on the ground in a thousand pieces and then put it back together.”

Among the audience, in addition to Valentino, were Clara’s mother, Lorena Quieti, along with other family members and friends. At the end of the evening, there was time for a toast and the customary photos with a cake inspired by the single’s cover.