Iowa City-native Kelli Elsen has always believed things happen for a reason.

So when Elsen spotted singer Camila Cabello at the Hyatt Regency in Coralville during her rehearsal dinner on Sept. 19, Elsen turned to her mom, who reminded her maybe there was a reason for this perfect timing. Elsen approached Cabello and told the pop star she had chosen her song "First Man" for her father-daughter dance.

Without hesitation, Cabello offered to sing the song at Elsen's wedding the next day at the Walker Homestead Farm and Winery in Iowa City on Sept. 20.

"I was a little taken back," Elsen said. "But she was so genuine and sweet."

Cabello gave Elsen a hug and insisted on meeting her parents. On the day of Elsen's wedding, Cabello's manager informed Elsen that Cabello would try to make it to pe

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