Emo Adams returned to Mitchells Plain in Cape Town to thank his former educators for the role they played in his childhood.
Adams, who is originally from Mitchells Plain, was chuffed to visit Eastville Primary School and shared the moment with his fans on Instagram.
He wrote: “Went to visit my primary school, I finally got the opportunity to say thank you.”
In a speech to the teachers he said: “I appreciate what you do, I value what you do and I think the things you do shouldn’t go unseen.”
He joked: “I think you should get a raise.”
The dad of four braved the recent stormy weather to surprise the school and pay his respects.
He told IOL Entertainment: “The principal felt the morale of the teachers was low and asked me as an ex-pupil to speak at the teachers’ conference as they go into the last quarter.
“It was very emotional being back again. So many memories came flooding back.
“It was important to let the teachers know they are seen and appreciated and even though they don’t always see the worth of their work, I went to remind them that I am a product of their work and foundation.”
Fellow industry mates and Adams’s followers commended the artist for his tribute to educators.
Singer Salome Damon Johansen wrote: “Aaaaaaawh Emo man you are such an amazing human being 💙”
@thembatrees wrote: “Teachers are amazing 👏 they are the backbone of society and I agree, not shown enough thanks and appreciation. Thank you 🙏”
@fariedamartin_the_mua wrote: “Our teachers are facing so much every day I’m sure they appreciated this ❤️”
@shihaamgalant wrote: “This was amazing and wonderful to watch.”