Jaden Smith has penned an emotional and moving note for Jackie Chan.

The 27-year-old American rapper and singer has taken a moment to wish the legendary actor a happy birthday on his 72nd birthday.

Smith, in a heartwarming post, confessed how Chan changed his life around and has acted as a leader for him.

“@jackiechan I love you. You changed my life & taught me things I will never forget I could never be who I am today without you you’re a legend an icon and a leader. Happy Birthday. See you soon.”

Jaden also shared a memorable photo of him with the Rush Hour actor, standing in the middle of a room surrounded with books.

Smith’s sister Willow commented on the post saying, “The cultural significance.”

The Pursuit of Happyness actor shared screen with the Hong Kong based actor and martial artist in 2010’s Karate Kid film.

The movie featured Jaden as young boy Dre, who gets bullied by Cheng, a rebellious Kung Fu prodigy at school. He develops a good relationship with a maintenance man Mr. Han (Jackie), who happens to be a Kung Fu expert.

Mr. Han becomes Dre’s Kung Fu teacher and helps him win a competition against Cheng.