Benson Boone has officially proven himself to be one of the most incredible modern vocal talents in America—and his performance on BBC of the song “Beautiful Things” proves it. The former American Idol contestant wowed listeners with his raw, emotional performance that has fans buzzing all over the internet. Boone blends Springsteen-esque authenticity with a dynamic chorus where Boone seamlessly transitions from an intense belt to a delicate croon, and then hits you with a spine-tingling falsetto. This guy proves he can do it all.
His performance became an internet sensation in no time. The video hit 3.1 million views in just a matter of days of being uploaded. The beautiful rendition was performed just three months after the release of the song “Beautiful Things”— that was already topping European charts. It was the perfect moment for Boone to showcase his soaring talent. If you’ve been keeping up with his journey here at Viral Music, you’ll probably understand that this performance is only his breakthrough in the music scene.
Benson Boone – Beautiful Things in the Live Lounge
The reaction from fans was absolutely electric. It was filled with comments like, “This has to be one of the best-performed songs I’ve ever heard. This man is amazing!” And “Sometimeswe are treted to a true legend. It’s so refreshing.” Some even gushed that the live version of “Beautiful Things” bested the original recording — which, given the fact that the song boasts such a mammoth, dynamic chorus, is high praise.
But it wasn’t just the live performance that was making fans talk. Boone’s soulful spin added a whole new flavor to Teddy Swims’ cover of his own “Lose Control,” which he performed during the session. The cover quickly gained recognition amassing ov er a million views on YouTube, proving just how versatile Boone is. Swims’ songs are challenging to cover, but Boone nailed it, bringing his own unique energy to the track. Be sure to listen closely around the 2:12 mark—his falsetto run will make you melt.
Benson Boone – Lose Control (Teddy Swims cover) in the Live Lounge
Before “Beautiful Things” came out, Boone had already enjoyed some success in the U.S. with “Ghost Town” and “Into the Stars”. However, this song was his first absolute commercial smash. Released on January 18, 2024, “Beautiful Things” skyrocketed to #2 on the U.S. charts and topped charts all across Europe. The song even topped the Billboard Global 200 — an unfathomable achievement for any artist and all the more for a rising star like Boone.
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