Thread by @kayangrum

Just watched these two guys go OFF to “Work” by @rihanna on the train. It was magical. New York, please, never change.

I learned the guy on the left has such an incredible story. He’s originally from Venezuela, and came to America as a refugee after being persecuted in his country. He sends whatever money he makes to his parents who still have to deal with the ongoing devastation.

The crazy part is my mom was just saying she’s been wanting to run into him earlier this week, because she follows his work, and people always take videos of his performances.

It’s a powerful thing to watch people live in their purpose and witness their talents up close. I get chills, like I did tonight watching them perform.

Here’s their social media, check out their work! 🎶🎻

Here he is mentioned in a 2017 article from @NBCNews: nbcnews.com/news/amp/ncna7…

He became famous in Venezuela for playing his country’s national anthem on the violin in front of security lines during protests.

Love that so many people are worried people didn’t tip these young men. It is a valid concern, but I’m happy to say I saw lots of people giving money in the 2-3 songs we stayed for. That didn’t make it in the clip I shared, but let’s keep that energy for these guys and others! 👏🏾

For those moved by @Wuillymay’s story, here is a video @NBCLeftField did on him in 2018 about his search for asylum in the U.S. as a refugee from #Venezuela:

cc: @KukHarrell @Boi1da @OVO40

Hey, @sethmeyers and @Pharrell! We gotta get these guys to perform at the #DIAMONDBALL. Take a listen... and read their incredible story. ❤️🎻

🚨 1 MILLION views in two days... 🔥 @ClaraLionelFdn #CLF @FentyOfficial @fentybeauty @rihanna @RihannaDaily

cc: @LateNightSeth

These two guys and Willy’s story is what the @ClaraLionelFdn is all about: “improving the quality of life for young people everywhere” and the fight “against injustice and inequality.”

They’d be the perfect addition to this year’s #DIAMONDBALL @sethmeyers @rihanna @Pharrell

@MissyElliott @Timbaland @MrsAdrienneBosh @itsgabrielleu @lizzo — it’s not a flute, but ya know, still very talented 😂👏🏾 Check them out! @TheEllenShow

cc: @desusnice @THEKIDMERO

Hey friends! Just wanted to give you an update... David messaged me to say @accessonline is doing a quick little something on him and Wuilly at 7:30pm ET tonight @ end of show!