Taylor Swift Continues Amaze, Performs Special "Ronan" Song for Family That Lost Son

The ridiculously perfect legend of Taylor Swift continues to grow. The wildly popular singer/songwriter came across a blog a few years ago for a foundation that raises funds to fight pediatric cancer in honor of Ronan, a poor 4-year-old boy who passed away in 2012 after battling neuroblastoma:

Using some direct quotes from the blog, Swift released a special single, “Ronan” later that year to raise money for pediatric cancer research and support. She had only performed the song once but invited Ronan’s family to Glendale, Arizona for her concert at Gila River Arena for a second performance earlier this week.

I love you. @taylorswift You have my heart for the rest of my life and beyond. #ronan #fucancer #swiftieforlife #allhailqueentaylor #1989 #rockstarronan #youaremyqueen @ronanfoundation #rotay #tayro

A photo posted by Maya Thompson (@mamamaya) on Aug 17, 2015 at 11:41pm PDT

I still can't believe tonight. I still can't believe you did this. This will forever be one of the most special moments of my life. Thank you @taylorswift for your beautiful heart and for never forgetting my Ro. I love you to the moon and back. #ronan #fucancer #secretsong #1989 #allhailqueentaylor #myhero #swiftieforlife #rockstarronan @ronanfoundation

A video posted by Maya Thompson (@mamamaya) on Aug 17, 2015 at 11:28pm PDT

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Taylor Swift Continues Amaze, Performs Special “Ronan” Song for Family That Lost Son

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