Tracklist
Intro	1:02
Be Someone	3:44
Slow It Down	2:41
Beautiful Things	3:00
Cry	3:06
Forever And A Day	3:45
In The Stars	3:36
Drunk In My Mind	3:47
My Greatest Fear	3:33
There She Goes	3:24
Hello Love	3:28
Ghost Town	3:13
Love Of Mine	3:22
Friend	3:10
What Do You Want	4:18

Benson Boone Balances Vulnerability and Pop Ambition

Benson Boone’s debut album Fireworks & Rollerblades arrives as a strikingly polished introduction from an artist who first gained attention on social media and reality competitions. Across its eleven tracks, Boone fuses a heartfelt singer-songwriter sensibility with modern pop production, crafting a record that feels at once intimate and radio-ready.

Musically, the album leans on grand piano ballads, restrained acoustic passages, and atmospheric electronics. Boone manages to make this tension sound cinematic rather than cloying, largely thanks to smart arrangements and restrained hooks that build gradually instead of relying on bombast.

It’s a debut that positions him squarely between mainstream pop and confessional indie pop; accessible without feeling hollow, and confessional without slipping into self-indulgence.

Critical Acclaim and Streaming Success

Upon release, Fireworks & Rollerblades earned strong streaming numbers and quickly established Boone as more than a viral single artist. Critics noted the emotional clarity of his lyrics and the way his production choices lent a cinematic sweep to his themes. While not unanimously praised, its reception marked a promising debut, positioning Boone as a genuine new voice in the crowded pop landscape.

Commercially, the album performed well on streaming charts, buoyed by singles that had already cultivated large followings online. Fans responded to its diaristic tone and Boone’s willingness to let his voice crack, making him feel relatable even in big, glossy choruses.

The album’s success also opened doors for festival appearances and established him as a young artist with cross-platform appeal rather than a fleeting viral act.