Kathryn the Grape

Joyful, engaged, involved, protective dads are just so rad. 🎯

One of the things I love most about performing live shows is getting to meet entire families, from parents and grandparents to caregivers and extended family. I genuinely value these in-person connections and the opportunity to experience families enjoying music, joy, and connection together.

And I have to give a special shout-out to the dads.

Over the years, I’ve observed so many wonderful, loving, involved fathers. In my own peer group, in younger generations of parents, and at my shows, I see dads who are present, engaged, playful, supportive, and fully invested in their children’s lives. Hooray for that.

At this show, four dads joined me on stage, and they absolutely delivered. They gave it everything they had. They were beacons of joy, positivity, and fun. They jumped in wholeheartedly, made memories with their children, and helped create a moment that was pure magic.

I’m beyond grateful for their energy and willingness to participate. Kids may not remember every song or every dance move, but they’ll remember how it felt to have their dad right there beside them, laughing, dancing, and sharing the moment.

And that’s a beautiful thing. 💜🍇✨