Of course, this isn’t the first time Drake has surprised fans or been charitable with his time or money. According to Billboard, his first major act of charity happened in 2010, when he donated $30,000 to a Jamaican school. Since then, he’s helped fund a Philadelphia high school’s recording studio, helped raise money for Hurricane Harvey relief, and pledged $1 million to repair Toronto’s basketball courts.

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For Sofia, though, the story gets even better. Her second wish—that she get a new heart—was fulfilled this week. On Sunday, her mother told her that she would be getting a heart transplant (h/t Billboard). Sofia’s elated reaction was captured and shared on Instagram, where Drake was quick to offer his support.

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“YESSSS!!!! My love so happy for you,” he responded.

Of course, cynics will say that this is a PR stunt—a very nice, but very public act of goodwill. And part of me doesn’t necessarily disagree. But when you boil it all down, the exchange—and the pure joy Sofia displays—is just a simple, sweet, and good thing in a news cycle that doesn’t often give you those things. I may never be a Drake fan, but I can appreciate that much.

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Sofia’s now recovering from her successful operation, which took place Monday morning.