The emotions that fueled “GHOST TOWN” were pulled from observing a friend’s toxic relationship and the development of his own emotional maturity. “I saw the situation from an outside perspective and wondered what they could have done differently.” Ultimately, the song is about making tough decisions. “Love can hurt more than it can help,” the rising pop artist says. “Sometimes the best way of showing someone you care is by letting them go.”
Incredibly, “GHOST TOWN” was one of the first songs Boone ever wrote. “I was in an Uber on the way to my first recording session in Los Angeles,” he remembers. For inspiration, the newcomer skimmed through texts from his unlucky-in-love friend. “The melody and lyrics just popped into my head.” Afraid to lose his train of thought, the teenager sang the chorus into his phone in the back of the car. “It was a little embarrassing,” he laughs. “The driver wondered what I was doing.”
It turns out Boone has a habit of being very, very good at things without realizing it. Growing up in Monroe, Washington, the budding hitmaker spent most of his time outdoors. In fact, his latent musical talent only emerged by coincidence. “I went to a Jon Bellion concert right before COVID,” he remembers. “I watched him perform and felt like I understood him. It had a huge impact on me.” Around the same time, Boone was asked to sing in a friend’s band and wowed everyone including himself. “It’s a once in a lifetime event to discover a hidden talent. It was so freeing to be able to express myself.”
Now, the singer/songwriter is making up for lost time. “I want people to see that I take music seriously,” Boone says. So much so that he plays multiple instruments on “GHOST TOWN” including the drums, guitar and piano, an instrument that he picked up by ear. Boone even drew the cover art. “I used white charcoal on black paper,” he says. “The drawing took about five hours.”
That DIY approach is also reflected in the “GHOST TOWN” video. “I didn't want to go with a typical love story,” he says. Instead, the breakthrough artist went back to his hometown and hung out with friends. “We went cliff jumping and hiking, we went to lookouts,” he says. “Just the normal things I did growing up.” It’s the kind of highly personal content he shares with fans on TikTok. “I started out posting funny videos and daredevil stuff,” Boone says. Once the late bloomer discovered his singing voice, he started using the platform quite differently.
“Social media is the biggest opportunity to get people to know you personally,” he says. “Hopefully, they will not only like my music, but they'll understand and like me as a person, so I'm more than just a song to them.” That desire to connect with fans authentically is why he stepped away from American Idol, despite wowing judges at auditions. “It was a very hard choice,” Boone admits. “I didn't really know who I wanted to be as an artist yet, and I didn't want to show the world someone I'm not.”
It turned out to be a wise move. Shortly thereafter, he connected with Imagine Dragons frontman Dan Reynolds and was invited to collaborate with the chart-topping rock star in Las Vegas. “It was really scary and intimidating,” he remembers. “But it was the greatest three days of my life.” Before long, Boone had signed to his Night Street label in conjunction with Warner Music. “I knew Benson was special when I met him, he just draws you in,” Reynolds says.
“It was our first writing session together when I realized he's a once in a generation talent,” the Imagine Dragons hitmaker continues. “He has this innate sense of melody and vocal ability that blew me away.” Reynolds has since become a mentor, sharing advice from his journey to the very top of the music industry including the importance of growing and evolving as an artist.
“As I develop, I'm going to move towards self-production,” Boone says. “It's going to be an expression of what I feel, what I go through and what I'm thinking. I hope my music changes over time because I'm always changing.” One thing that will remain the same is his emphasis on vocals: “The voice carries so much emotion.” Citing artists like Lewis Capaldi and Adele as influences, the rising star wants to move people with his powerful pipes.
While Boone is still at the very beginning of his music journey, he’s in it for the long haul. “Working hard and writing good songs are the most important things to me,” he says. “I'm trying to learn as much as I can about who I am and what kind of music I want to write.” His goal is to engage with fans authentically and make songs that stand the test of time. With “GHOST TOWN,” the singer/writer takes an auspicious first step towards achieving it.
Coffee Cake
Benson Boone Lyrics
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Everybody hopes to meet their perfect guy
You've been waiting for some time
Guess you're going, nice to know you
Never knowing, I've been looking through your eyes
Oh, I wonder who's inside
If you go, if you go
If you don't, if you don't
You could stay
And talk with me for days
Over lousy coffee cake
We don't need to watch the time
Let everybody walk on by
And in another life
You wouldn't be a passerby
At any other breakfast place
Where people go their separate ways
Separate ways
Home alone now in my bedroom
Thinking of the flower tattoo on your neck
Did you know I noticed it?
Oh, guess we'll never tell each other stupid jokes
And all about what our parents do
All I got was a glimpse of you (glimpse of you)
And talk with me for days
Over lousy coffee cake
We don't need to watch the time
Let everybody walk on by
And in another life
You wouldn't be a passerby
At any other breakfast place
Where people go their separate ways
Separate ways
Oh-oh, I think about it every day
Maybe you wouldn't stay
If you looked my way
You can talk with me for days
Over lousy coffee cake
We don't need to watch the time
Let everybody walk on by (walk on by)
And in another life
You wouldn't be a passerby
At any other breakfast place
Where people go their separate ways
Separate ways
Where people go their separate ways
The lyrics to Benson Boone's song "Coffee Cake" explore a missed connection and the longing for a deeper connection with someone. The song sets the scene in a morning coffee shop where people gather in the hopes of meeting their perfect match. The singer has been noticing someone in the shop, but they have never had the opportunity to truly connect. The lyrics express a desire for the person not to leave alone, hoping they will stay and engage in conversation. The mention of "lousy coffee cake" signifies that it doesn't matter what they discuss or how long they talk; the important thing is the chance to have a genuine connection. The lyrics also hint towards the regret and missed opportunities that come with not being able to share jokes and personal stories. Ultimately, the song captures the feeling of longing and the notion that in another life or different circumstances, these two individuals wouldn't simply pass each other by.
Line by Line Meaning
Morning coffee down the street where
Starting the day with a cup of coffee from the local café
Everybody hopes to meet their perfect guy
Everyone desires to find their ideal partner
You've been waiting for some time
You have been patiently anticipating this moment
Guess you're going, nice to know you
Seems like you're leaving, it was nice getting to know you
Never knowing, I've been looking through your eyes
Unbeknownst to you, I have been observing the world from your perspective
Oh, I wonder who's inside
Curiosity arises about the person you truly are
If you go, if you go
In case you decide to leave
Damn, I hope you don't leave alone, oh
I sincerely hope you don't depart by yourself
If you don't, if you don't
But if you choose to stay
You could stay
You have the option to remain
And talk with me for days
Engage in lengthy conversations with me
Over lousy coffee cake
Enjoying each other's company while having mediocre dessert
We don't need to watch the time
There's no need to be concerned about the passing minutes
Let everybody walk on by
Let others continue with their own paths and lives
And in another life
In an alternate reality
You wouldn't be a passerby
You wouldn't just be a stranger passing by
At any other breakfast place
In any other similar café
Where people go their separate ways
Where individuals continue their journeys independently
Home alone now in my bedroom
Currently alone in my bedroom
Thinking of the flower tattoo on your neck
Reflecting on the floral tattoo adorning your neck
Did you know I noticed it?
Were you aware that I observed and acknowledged it?
Oh, guess we'll never tell each other stupid jokes
Unfortunately, it seems we won't have the chance to exchange silly jokes
And all about what our parents do
Or discuss our parents' occupations and lives
All I got was a glimpse of you (glimpse of you)
All I obtained was a brief moment of seeing you
Oh-oh, I think about it every day
I constantly ponder over it every day
Maybe you wouldn't stay
Perhaps you wouldn't choose to remain
If you looked my way
If only you directed your attention towards me
You can talk with me for days
You have the opportunity to engage in extensive conversations with me
Over lousy coffee cake
While indulging in unremarkable dessert and pleasant company
We don't need to watch the time
There's no need to be mindful of the passing minutes
Let everybody walk on by (walk on by)
Allow everyone else to continue their journeys unaffected
And in another life
In an alternate reality
You wouldn't be a passerby
You wouldn't merely be a stranger passing by
At any other breakfast place
In any other similar café
Where people go their separate ways
Where individuals continue their journeys independently
Separate ways
Moving in different directions
Where people go their separate ways
Where individuals continue their journeys independently
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Benson Boone, Jack Lafrantz, Jason Alexander Suwito
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
5ve
Benson Boone is a huge inspiration to me and I WILL produce a song for him one day.
Tana Antoine
Periodttttt 🥳
DADDY CHAD💪🏻
Yes bro! Manifest that shit!! 💪🏻😊
I'm into producing too 👍
Pauletteee.w
Ladies and gentlemen, here is the artist who will at some point make a leap to the top.
Lily Foster
AMEN!!!
Tana Antoine
PERIODTT
Aleya's Animals
You’re going to be at the top one day, so proud of you! ❤
Pau
This man doesn't make a bad song 😊🎉❤.
Rain
Another freaking masterpiece ✨
cavalierchild
i love all of your songs!! I don't understand why this and all of your other songs don't have more views... criminally underrated!