Benson Boone

With a voice that blends raw emotion with pop precision, Benson Boone has quickly become one of the world’s brightest music stars. Hailing from Monroe, Washington, this self-taught singer-songwriter captivated audiences with viral hits like Ghost Town, In the Stars, and the global smash Beautiful Things. Benson Boone is known for his powerful vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and high-energy performances, which often include signature backflips. His debut album, Fireworks & Rollerblades, secured his place on international charts and in fans' hearts. His meteoric rise from TikTok talent to chart-topping artist proves he's a force to watch.

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Born in June 2002 and raised in Monroe, Washington, Benson Boone is a small-town boy with big-time dreams and all the energy and talent to pursue them.¹ He first discovered his musical talent when he stepped in for a friend at a high school battle of the bands.² A risk-taker by nature, Boone left Brigham Young University after his first semester to pursue his musical career.³

To see how far his musical talent could take him, he auditioned for ABC’s American Idol in 2021. Despite Katy Perry saying, “I see you winning American Idol if you want to,” Benson voluntarily withdrew from the talent show after reaching the Top 24.² He wanted to develop his musicality and pursue his career on his own terms, rather than being dubbed “that American Idol kid”.³

Amassing more than nine million followers on TikTok with song covers and quirky videos, he grabbed the attention of Imagine Dragons frontman, Dan Reynolds.⁵ Reynolds signed Boone to his label Night Street Records, and his debut single, Ghost Town, was released with the announcement in October 2021.⁶

Benson Boone has quite literally burst onto the music scene with a creativity and infectious energy that has cemented his status as a standout new artist. Though still early in his career, Boone is earning acclaim from major industry bodies for his emotive songwriting and breakout success. His hit Beautiful Things and powerful live presence have earned him global awards.

• MTV Video Music Awards: Benson Boone won the Best Alternative Video award in 2024 for the music video of his chart-topping single Beautiful Things.⁷
• MTV Europe Music Awards: In the year of his debut full-length release, Benson Boone won the Best New Artist award in 2024.⁸
• IFPI Global Single Award: Beautiful Things was certified as the best‑selling digital single worldwide for 2024.⁹
• Billboard Music Awards: He won Top Billboard Global 200 Song and the Top Billboard Global (Excl. U.S.) Song for Beautiful Things.¹⁰

Benson Boone’s breakout singles have gone viral on TikTok, topped charts, and earned platinum certifications.¹¹ His debut album Fireworks & Rollerblades confirmed his status as a talent not to be ignored. Fans love him for his soul-baring lyrics, sweeping melodies, and powerful vocal delivery. Grab Benson Boone concert tickets on AXS to hear all of his hits live. 

• Fireworks & Rollerblades: Boone’s 2024 debut album features chart-toppers like Beautiful Things, Slow it Down, and In the Stars.² Blending emotional ballads with anthemic pop-rock, it debuted in the Top 10 in multiple countries and showcased his versatility as a songwriter.¹²
• Beautiful Things: This modern power ballad topped the Billboard Global 200 and became Boone’s biggest streaming success, earning multi-platinum status and widespread critical praise.¹³
• Ghost Town: Boone’s debut single was released in October 2021 and charted in the U.S. and several European countries.

Benson Boone’s stage performances are explosive, emotionally charged, and deeply immersive. He pours raw emotion into every lyric, captivating audiences with his soaring vocals and heartfelt storytelling. Whether he’s behind the piano or center stage, Boone delivers with a level of vulnerability that draws fans in. A Benson Boone tour is known for high-energy moments, including his signature backflip, that showcase his youthful spirit and athleticism.

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1. ‎Benson Boone - Apple Music
2. Who is Benson Boone, the American Idol teen turned TikTok megastar? - The Standard
3. Why is Benson Boone No Longer on "American Idol"? - Latter-day Saint Musicians
4. VMA Benson Boone's Performance of a Lifetime - WUSC FM
5. Benson (@bensonboone) - TikTok
6. Benson Boone Signs to Night Street/Warner Records, Releases ‘Ghost Town’ Single: Exclusive - Billboard
7. VMAs 2024 winners: Taylor Swift has a big night as Chappell Roan wins best new artist - USA Today
8. Winners for 2024 MTV EMAs - MTV EMA
9. Benson Boone’s Beautiful Things Confirmed by IFPI as Biggest-Selling Global Single of the Year - IFPI
10. 2024 Billboard Music Awards Winners Announced - Billboard
11. Rising Pop Star Benson Boone Holds Onto Beautiful Things with New Single - Warner Music
12. Benson Boone’s 'Fireworks & Rollerblades' debuts on the 'Billboard' 200 top 10 - Music News - Will Marr Radio
13. Benson Boone had the most-streamed song in the world in 2024 - Movin 92.5
14. Benson Boone Concert Setlists - Setlist.fm