Benson Boone "Beautiful Things" Official Lyrics & Meaning | Genius Verified

Benson Boone is back at Genius to discuss his latest hit “Beautiful Things.” The Evan Blair produced single is Boone’s first No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200 chart and it's also soared up to No. 3 on the Hot 100.
The folk-rock tune is a ballad that discusses love but also the overwhelming fear of losing it at the same time. On today’s Verified, find out who American Idol alum draws inspiration from and what he wants fans to feel when they listen to his music as he breaks down his lyrics.
00:00 The Theme of the Song
00:14 Who Benson Boone Is
00:40 Verse 1
01:05 Parents
01:23 Verse 1 Cont.
01:52 Terrified of Losing Love
02:15 Chorus
02:59 Mindset Shift
03:20 Verse 2
03:49 Up at Night
04:05 Roman Empire
Read more on Genius: genius.com/a/benson-boone-breaks-down-the-meaning-of-beautiful-things
Read all the lyrics to "Beautiful Things" on Genius: genius.com/Benson-boone-beautiful-things-lyrics
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Timestamped Chapters 00:00 The Theme of the Song 00:14 Who Benson Boone Is 00:40 Verse 1 01:05 Parents 01:23 Verse 1 Cont. 01:52 Terrified of Losing Love 02:15 Chorus 02:59 Mindset Shift 03:20 Verse 2 03:49 Up at Night 04:05 Roman Empire

[@David.124]

So it was Jesus, it was Jesus all along. Why hasn’t anyone told me. It’s been Jesus, it’s always been Jesus.

[@-Illusion-X-]

@@David.124 Hm?

[@savannahevenson8815]

I like your song like just goes like don’t take how beautiful things of God please stay I want you I need your whole God don’t take and then I like that song very much and I want you to sing it at my birthday party. It’s May 15 and we will send you the address so you can come to my birthday party Shay fun and you might have to sing like don’t take I’m beautiful things of that bead stay I want you I need your whole gut don’t take and I want you to I want you to sing that at my birthday party really fun May 15 my birthday is May 15 so you might have to sing that song at my birthday party and I love you consequences by singing in that song is my favorite and I grew up looking like that. I grew up loving you, so that’s all and I’m gonna add❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@-Illusion-X-]

@@savannahevenson8815 best of luck mate

[@arethahart8133]

Antwone❤

[@catherineporras6251]

His voice is crazy … such strength and control.

[@Onlyambriellll]

Bringing tears to my eyes

[@user-wu4hr7fm5i]

WTF his voice IS so loud

[@priscillakelechi5757]

@@user-wu4hr7fm5isoo… he sounds good

[@jimatoooooon4812]

​@@user-wu4hr7fm5i cause he's a tenor. what? u thought men doesn't have loud voice? it takes a lot of time to master thay type of voice.

[@youngornitier9581]

@@jimatoooooon4812tenors are all over the place and easiest to train out of all men, i’m a voice teacher. Harder to train baritones and basses.

[@xlarence728]

Sheesh his voice sounds just like I’m listening to the actual song😂😮‍💨

[@rita9942]

Right! He is talented

[@lgin10315]

@@rita9942 Perfect pitch. Gifted!

[@joeytorres4566]

@@lgin10315perfect pitch is blessing yet a curse, the genre of jazz can appear jarring

[@lgin10315]

@@joeytorres4566 Yes, but there is movement in the notes when necessary. You can feel every word! And he stays so clean on those high notes, even with the movement. Again, ‘gifted’! Love his voice! 👍😊

[@ParthSarthix]

He does not need autotune or filter brother, just a reverb need to make it dop, that's why it like we actually hearing

[@hunterbailey5589]

i love that he’s in his own little world when he’s singing and just playing air guitar. you can tell he can feel the music. it’s like he’s in a concert in his head

[@Aubslovessinging]

Fr😂😂❤❤

[@viharkottakota1849]

2:32 even if he isn't performing, he still sings as if he was and that's what is so cool about this guy

[@yesyesyesyesyesyes2021]

It's amazing because we can see him visualizing the song, he really made it based off of his real life

[@zachdilly]

he sounds exactly the same as in the recording. truly amazing.

[@qwerty.us412]

cant stop listening to this song.

[@genius]

same

[@ItzSierra]

Same bro

[@acc3ss_d3clined71]

@@geniussame

[@user-ot1uj3bj2y]

Same❤

[@yukihun]

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[@verochkafourie9590]

Can we all please appreciate his RAW acoustic perfect voice!!

[@jessicamejiacamacho133]

Yesss his voice is absolutely beautiful!!!

[@luismendoza3511]

This song reminds me of Job. “God please don’t take this beautiful things” and the verse that says that whatever he gives he can take out. This song sounds like a prayer.

[@4Lveofme]

This song is on repeat in my head. Living rent free fr

[@AbiSullivan-jt7np]

The line “ I might loose it alllllll” omg he’s amazing 3:46

[@duckymomo6675]

i need him to release a full length album IMMEDIATELY. he’s insanely talented.

[@sofiagilsanda]

He already has a previous album out if that's what you're looking for! Although it sounds a bit different than beautiful things, and I think he promised to release another album soon(?)

[@duckymomo6675]

@@sofiagilsanda i believe that’s an ep, but it’s absolutely fantastic! coffee cake is one of my favorite songs.

[@lucigrace]

wellllllll he announced it

[@dawncurtis5583]

Stunning voice and seems like a genuine person. Enjoy all of his music! ♪

[@Panzil]

he genuinely has the best voice i've ever heard.

[@skankhunt-zh1mo]

benson is really on the come up. i feel like in a few years he will be one of the biggest artists out there

[@lgin10315]

I think it will be way sooner than a few years. With each new song, people just want to hear more and more! Can’t wait for ‘Slow It Down’ to be released! 👍😊

[@leonardosanchez5666]

Almost like post Malone

[@vexxi1470]

I think he’ll become more of a bebe rexha. She’s not super a interesting or unique person and her songs are very catchy and well made but a little generic so not many people know who she is despite hearing a lot of her songs

[@lgin10315]

@@vexxi1470 Does she write all her own incredible songs? Does she have a voice that compares to ‘Freddie’ quality (female-wise)? Does she do flips on stage? I have a feeling he will be and is becoming more of a legend than BeBe Rexha. 🤷🏼‍♀️Just my opinion!

[@vexxi1470]

@@lgin10315 But his style and look is too boring/average to be a mega star imo

[@kashakellar]

Benson is someone who you will not be disappointed in seeing live. His voice is amazing. Paying so much damn money for an artist's concert just to hear trash and nothing like the album version is so disheartening. I love this dude!

[@dylanmccormickmoran3528]

The first song in a while that has stuck with me. Very relatable to life rn. Looking forward to seeing Bensons career thrive.

[@dodongai]

This man does not need autotune, autotune needs HIM! Gosh, this song, his voice, amazing!

[@Jodiejjp]

I was listening to this for months on my Christian songs playlist and didn’t even realise how big it had gotten! I’m surprised he didn’t recognise God at all in this interview but references Him so much in the song..

[@ItsJuni0rTV]

Damn, his voice is so beautiful, peaceful and just majestic 🤯✨🤩

[@meg3428]

I am so thankful that if I experience that feeling of worrying about losing something I can turn to God and trust that if I lose it, it’s because He knows I don’t need it! 🙌

[@-Illusion-X-]

its sad that he didn’t mention God at all in the interview

[@andrestemmet7223]

@@-Illusion-X- my sentiments exactly:(

[@ComeOnGe]

Holy f…. Did not think he could actually hit those high notes with that much edge

[@youngornitier9581]

he’s rather tense hitting those notes though

[@Benson.editsss]

Proof benson doesn't need autotune❤

[@elifneval1853]

2:41 I LOVE IT WHEN HE SAYS " OH GOD" ❤

[@coreyhigginsmusic]

He's made so much progress from his earlier songs when it comes to melodies and songwriting. He's a huge inspiration!

[@whosbrenna]

He’s so talented. He speaks his truth, and that’s what I love.

[@yourmomishot7547]

The amount of famous people these people get to be in a room with😭✋️

[@Bleseddd1]

He’s not even famous

[@Littlesaintfortnite]

Means nothing. U celebrity D rider 😂😂😂😂😂

[@scriptxdnightmare]

@@Bleseddd1 Number one song global isnt famous?

[@thaizergonmei8655]

@@Bleseddd1you’re not famous

[@finnut1]

@@Bleseddd1you watching his genius video so he definitely is

[@ylieeee]

Benson’s voice is so incredible and it’s so mesmerizing to just watch and hear him sing

[@CollinsWangai]

Listening to him sing personally made me have goosebumps💯

[@ya7iabadr]

Oh powerful voice he doesn't need autotune at all

[@Keviekev115]

This song is incredible. Love how it starts off calm and then gets exciting.

[@elizabethlarue7224]

So happy his upper range isn't fake it's a blessing. Also great feeling to relate to him around 2:33 when he kinda rushes the rhythm into the chorus cause he literally has nothing but himself to keep the rhythm. Maybe I'm not as bad of a musician as I thought. Thank you for the inspiration ❤

[@_md_24_34]

im so happy benson is finally getting the recognition he deserves!!

[@sosolanee]

wow this type of performance is so rare in genuis's interviews lol

[@VictoriousVincent]

That raw voice is heavenly..no need tweaking 👏

[@jacorriaward1502]

That one note in the chorus that even the mic on the camera caught. Brought me to tears 🥰🥰

[@j_j6113]

I wanna meet him so bad his voice and music is incredible!

[@nerd26373]

We appreciate how well you articulate your insights. You'll always have our support.

[@julia_simone]

I’m so excited to meet him on tour, he seems like the sweetest person ever

[@trevorredlarczyk5057]

What’s truly amazing as how hard it is to hit the pitch of voice that he has on the studio version, he could hit live while singing to near perfection every time. Goes to show what a unique talent he truly is.

[@-Illusion-X-]

i’ve never thought abt the roman empire at 12am but i might start now 😭😭

[@petergonzalez4963]

i love how all his songs are clean and just hit differently

[@anaisanabellamendezrivas3062]

OMG he's so talented. His voice is wonderful, he sounds exactly the same as in the recording

[@SamUK125]

I never tire listening to ALL your songs!!

[@reggiewilliams8752]

Benson is back again

[@genius]

Yes, he is!

[@somethingdifferentbloomed16]

at 2:47 there’s a typo and it made me smile :) love genius and I love benson and I love lyrics 🫶🏽

[@kaykay.wanders]

My all time fav artist right now. I saw Benson in Vancouver and I can tell you he is going to be one of the biggest stars we ever get to have!

[@lennymontalbano2398]

this song always brings tears to my eyes fantastic song extremely emotional to me

[@kimvanderwesthuizen8049]

His voice is crazy food, love the song and have had it on repeat since its release. It's a masterpiece of emotions ❤

[@stellaeirene9182]

i am literally singing, playing it in my head in my speakers like ALL THE TIME its a beautiful song and i love his vocalssss

[@Blackness4444]

I never wanna stop listening to this song

[@RodrigoLopez-hy3px]

What an amazing singer 👏🏽

[@rebeccam.s.1565]

I can't get enough of this young man! I wish him all the success in the world! Keep giving us amazing music Benson!

[@BobBob-vj9qv]

I love this interview so much

[@BokiboKiho]

My goodness his voice is dayyymmmnn goood man , this is one of the best thing this channel did

[@HealingEnlightments]

His voice is so hypnotizing. I love this song and him.

[@elachisom5803]

I loveee listening to all your songs, your voice is amazing

[@TheKylaShow]

I wish he couldve chopped the song up more to talk about smaller pieces of it but all in love i loved this and i love this song

[@_sarah.urmom_]

Benson’s voice is so incredible . I Enjoy all of his music! ♪❤

[@beatrizcesar3521]

What a voice my man! So beautiful song and such a beautiful voice!

[@becky1615]

I know he says the song is about rejection, but for some reason it's resonating with me a lot since I lost my husband 3 weeks ago. I feel the same desperation of not wanting to lose him and it kills me. Thank you for your beautiful song, its helping me through my grief ❤

[@mellohi2899]

sorry for your loss, sending strength

[@oceaneyes1126]

obsessed with this song rn

[@toradoraa]

Gives me chills listening to this song like this. Raw, strong and moving.

[@annebellamy]

Beautiful song and voice ❤️

[@Peytonn804]

Benson is such an amazing artist! The amount of raw talent is such a beautiful gift from God. 😍❤

[@milib88]

Your voice is amazing ♡

[@gabbeymeagher-leclair5611]

he literally took my breath away

[@Daniela-2208]

He has such great control of his voice. Almost even better live with the little riffs he adds

[@cribergamini]

Gorgeous song and feelings, grazie from Italy 🥰

[@andyrodriguez5661]

Wow he has a beautiful voice 😍❤ I love his songs ❤

[@user-nd8rz1kj4o]

For a while there, it was rough But lately, I've been doin' better Than the last four cold Decembers I recall And I see my family every month I found a girl my parents love She'll come and stay the night And I think I might have it all And I thank God every day For the girl He sent my way But I know the things He gives me He can take away And I hold you every night And that's a feeling I wanna get used to But there's no man as terrified As the man who stands to lose you Oh, I hope I don't lose you Mm Please stay I want you, I need you, oh God Don't take These beautiful things that I've got Please stay I want you, I need you, oh God Don't take These beautiful things that I've got Oh-oh-oh-oh Ooh Please don't take I found my mind, I'm feelin' sane It's been a while, but I'm finding my faith If everything's good and it's great Why do I sit and wait 'til it's gone? Oh, I'll tell ya, I know I've got enough I've got peace and I've got love But I'm up at night thinkin' I just might lose it all Please stay I want you, I need you, oh God Don't take These beautiful things that I've got Oh-oh-oh-oh Ooh Please stay I want you, I need you, oh God I need These beautiful things that I've got

[@user-pl9kn6yf1t]

I've loved listening to this explanation coz many pple are misinterpreting it and it is such a beautiful and perfect piece❤

[@seiji-kun9488]

The drop and build up of this song takes you somewhere

[@genius]

true

[@DarkArynLand]

make me cry... great voice.

[@Benson.editsss]

I love benson so much❤

[@ivetkazuffova5577]

In love with this song so raw and beautiful ❤❤❤❤

[@CruzCervantes955]

Its only been 3 years thats crazy, love you benson boone

[@SaniyahPage]

shivers down my my spine

[@nachernevarez4365]

Love this guy! ❤

[@zianpuilugangmei802]

I really love this song❤❤❤his voice is amazing❤❤

[@brittanyfinney5386]

I love this song I replay it everyday

[@giatungo3466]

He will have his first Grammy soon, i believe that. There is some kind of onehit singer but Besone is different. Just love his music ❤❤❤

[@EdenBacher]

I love all of his songs ❤

[@mikaylag4233]

jesus my entire body went into shiver. All hairs up! I am in love with this mad talent. And he is def hot too. I hope he makes music and perform for the next 50 yrs

[@erollopez912]

his voice is madddd, what talent

[@JeannetteJam]

I love he’s voice 😍

[@illyannadixon9878]

Honestly one of my favourite music 10/10! ❤️❤️

[@EstebanBrunomusic]

Amazing! True talent! 👏👏👏👏

[@mysweetface84]

Amazing voice! ✌🏼🫶🏼

[@bleeck51]

I love this song!

[@florgelursua2824]

I love how these singers don't even need autotune😍😍😍

[@zawraqhandari6935]

WOW. Just WOW.

[@Raphell07]

this is perfect bro

[@parisbarnes2820]

Firstly, when he first started singing I got visceral reaction because I literally hear this song so many times at when I’m in bed and I wanted to sing along because I know it so well from it hearing it so much? Secondly, I love how he sings like the actual VERISON and he’s an AMAZING AMAZING SINGER! His voice! I’m gonna need to watch this back for the explanations because I wasn’t even focused on that. He’s so funny too! 😭🤣🤯 I also love the buildup of the song! As well as the imagery (like I can see what is happening in the first verse) also great knowing the lyrics cause I got some wrong

[@duvanmelnna]

Que voz tan impresionante ❤

[@ruvachiromo]

This guy is raw and down to earth

[@lucyravenclaw1790]

He clearly can sing!! Sounds like a record version!! Wow!!

[@jgotcha2294]

little to no autotune this man and his voice out of this world

[@tefoolefile]

I love this song so much. He's talented ❤❤

[@SSGGotenks]

Just pure talent