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.
Lovely Darling
Benson Boone Lyrics
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We just talk but we never agree
I see your face like you're going through motions
This is more than I wanted to be
And every time I say it's just another phase
It's more than I believe
When you look in my eyes do you think
It'd be so lovely, darling, if we parted
I don't wanna stay
Don't be so disappointed, that's just boring
Go your separate ways
Find someone else to bury yourself in
And I swear you'll be okay
Just leave me broken hearted
Just take that part of me
When we both go out and you glance around
Is it me that you're wanting to see
Or is there someone that you're waiting on
Is he more than I'd ever believe?
When you look in my eyes do you think
It'd be so lovely, darling, if we parted
I don't wanna stay (I don't wanna stay)
Don't be so disappointed, that's just boring
Go your separate ways (go your separate ways)
Find someone else to bury yourself in
I swear you'll be okay
Just leave me broken hearted
Just take that part of me
Take that part of me
Take that part of me
Won't you take that part of me
Lovely darling, if we parted
I don't wanna stay
Don't be so disappointed, that's just boring
Go your separate ways
It'd be so lovely, darling, if we parted
I don't wanna stay (I don't wanna stay)
Don't be so disappointed, that's just boring
Go your separate ways (go your separate ways)
Find someone else to bury yourself in
I swear you'll be okay
Just leave me broken hearted
Just take that part of me
Take that part of me
The lyrics to "Lovely Darling" by Benson Boone delve into the complexities of a troubled relationship. The singer expresses their frustration with the continuous struggle and lack of agreement between them and their partner. The repetition of "I hate those days that keep going and going" highlights the persistent unhappiness and the feeling of being stuck in a cycle of disagreement.
The singer perceives their partner's actions as going through the motions, suggesting a lack of genuine emotional investment. They question whether their partner truly sees them or if they are merely waiting for someone else. This uncertainty leads the singer to contemplate the possibility of parting ways, expressing a desire to no longer stay in the relationship. The line "Don't be so disappointed, that's just boring" suggests that the singer has grown tired of disappointing their partner and suggests that it might be healthier for both of them to seek new connections.
In the chorus, the singer directly addresses the idea of parting ways, emphasizing the potential for finding happiness and healing by leaving the relationship. The repeated lines "Just leave me broken-hearted, just take that part of me" express a willingness to let go of the pain and allow their partner to take a piece of their heart with them as they move on.
Overall, "Lovely Darling" portrays a relationship that has reached a breaking point and explores the concept of finding peace and growth through separation.
Line by Line Meaning
I hate those days that keep going and going
I despise the never-ending days filled with uncertainty and monotony.
We just talk but we never agree
Our conversations lack understanding and agreement.
I see your face like you're going through motions
I observe the expression on your face, indicating that you're merely going through the motions of our relationship.
This is more than I wanted to be
Being in this situation surpasses my initial desire.
And every time I say it's just another phase
Although I try to dismiss it as a temporary stage each time, deep down I know it's more significant.
It's more than I believe
The reality of the situation goes beyond what I can truly comprehend.
When you look in my eyes do you think
When you gaze into my eyes, what thoughts cross your mind?
It'd be so lovely, darling, if we parted
It would be quite beautiful, my dear, if we were to separate and go our separate ways.
I don't wanna stay
I have no desire to remain in this relationship.
Don't be so disappointed, that's just boring
Please don't become disheartened, as that's simply uninteresting.
Go your separate ways
Let us each go on our individual paths.
Find someone else to bury yourself in
Seek another person to immerse yourself in and devote your attention to.
And I swear you'll be okay
I genuinely promise that you will be fine.
Just leave me broken-hearted
Simply depart from my life, leaving me heartbroken.
Just take that part of me
Take away that specific portion of myself.
When we both go out and you glance around
When we both go out together and you quickly survey the surroundings.
Is it me that you're wanting to see
Are you looking for me specifically?
Or is there someone that you're waiting on
Or are you anticipating the arrival of someone else?
Is he more than I'd ever believe
Could that person be more significant to you than I could ever imagine?
Take that part of me
Remove that aspect of myself from your life.
Won't you take that part of me
Could you please accept and take away that particular piece of me?
Lovely darling, if we parted
My dear, it would be delightful if we were to separate.
Don't be so disappointed, that's just boring
Please don't be overly disheartened, as it lacks excitement.
Find someone else to bury yourself in
Discover another individual to immerse yourself in emotionally.
I swear you'll be okay
I sincerely guarantee that you will be fine.
Just leave me broken-hearted
Simply depart from my life, leaving me heartbroken.
Just take that part of me
Only take away that specific part of myself.
Take that part of me
Remove that aspect of myself from your life.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Benson Boone, Brian Lee, Devin Workman, Jason Alexander Suwito
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Hilmi Shahrin Mohd Ghazali
I hate those days that keep going and going
We just talk but we never agree
I see your face like you're going through motions
This is more than I wanted to be
And every time I say it's just another phase
It's more than I believe
When you look in my eyes do you think
It'd be so lovely darling if we parted
I don't wanna stay
Don't be so disappointed, that's just boring
Go your separate ways
Find someone else to bury yourself in
I swear you'll be okay
Just leave me brokеn heartless
Take that part of mе
When we both go out and you glance around
Is it me that you're wanting to see?
Or is there someone that you're waiting on
Is he more than I'd ever believe?
When you look in my eyes do you think
It'd be so lovely darling if we parted
I don't wanna stay (I don't wanna stay)
Don't be so disappointed, that's just boring
Go your separate ways (Go your separate ways)
Find someone else to bury yourself in
I swear you'll be okay
Just leave me broken heartless
Take that part of me
Take that part of me
Take that part of me
Won't you take that part of me
Lovely darling if we parted
I don't wanna stay
Don't be so disappointed, that's just boring
Go your separate ways
It'd be so lovely darling if we parted
I don't wanna stay (I don't wanna stay)
Don't be so disappointed, that's just boring
Go your separate ways (Go your separate ways)
Find someone else to bury yourself in
I swear you'll be okay
Just leave me broken heartless
Take that part of me
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Take that part of me
Vickie Landers
So talented his vocals are out of this world
AubreeLWilson
So proud of you Benson!! The music melodies hit my mind waves so hard! Thank you, glancing for this music! ❤️🎶
jelly
I started listening to his songs from the moment he released in the stars. Now I'm always exited to hear his new songs
KEWL Nobody736
Same
Madeline Cadavid
There is NOT one song of benson’s that I hate. This man is extremely talented. This song by far is one of my absolute favorites, so catchy and fun. Thank you benson ❤️
Haley McClellan
WE NEEDED MORE MUSIC FROM YOU THANK YOU!!!!!!!!❤❤❤❤
Powerless Gaming
Keep on dropping these awesome songs ❣️❣️❣️✨✨✨✨✨
SoyLaClau
Amo tu música, estoy enamorada de cada canción que escribes, eres increíblemente talentoso, Te amo y gracias por tu arte 💜✨️
Aleya's Animals
This is so cool sounding, I’m so proud of everything you’ve been doing lately ❤️❤️
Agathedodoch
Je suis si pressé de voir les lyrics ❤ sa voix est tellement incroyable>>>