Benson Boone Reflects on UK Chart Triumph and 2025 Arena Tour

LONDON, 17 January 2026 – American pop sensation Benson Boone has cemented his status as a global star, a journey marked by a landmark UK Number 1 single and a major headline arena tour. The singer-songwriter, who broke through with the viral hit ‘Beautiful Things’, recently concluded the UK leg of his ‘American Heart World Tour’, an ambitious run that saw him play to thousands of fans across the country.

From Viral Hit to Chart Champion

Boone’s connection with British audiences was solidified in March 2024 when his emotive single ‘Beautiful Things’ reached the summit of the UK Official Singles Chart. The track, which spent nine weeks climbing the chart, ended Beyoncé’s four-week reign with ‘TEXAS HOLD ‘EM’. Upon achieving his first UK Number 1, Boone told Official Charts, “This is my first-ever trophy and my first Number 1 here in the UK! I want to thank you guys so much for the support you’ve shown this song.” The song also dominated streaming, amassing 6.6 million combined UK streams in the week it hit Number 1.

The 2025 UK Arena Tour: Highlights and Hiccups

Following the success of his debut album ‘Fireworks & Rollerblades’ and the release of his 2025 album ‘American Heart’, Boone embarked on a major European tour. The UK leg, scheduled for October and November 2025, included sold-out shows in Belfast, Manchester, Glasgow, and a three-night residency at The O2 in London. The tour was designed to showcase his growth as a performer, featuring his signature hits alongside new material.

However, the tour encountered a setback on Saturday 1 November 2025, when Boone was forced to cancel his performance at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena at the very last minute. In a statement released via the venue, Boone explained, “I have tried everything I can to revive my voice, but I cannot give you the show I’d like to be able to give you with the condition of my throat right now.” He assured fans his team was working to reschedule the date “as soon as possible”. The remaining London dates at The O2 proceeded as planned, concluding the UK tour.

Key Facts & Career Milestones

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Benson Boone’s biggest song?

Benson Boone’s biggest song to date is ‘Beautiful Things’. It became his first UK Number 1 single in March 2024, topped charts in multiple countries worldwide, and has accumulated billions of global streams.

Did Benson Boone reschedule his cancelled Birmingham show?

As of the conclusion of his 2025 tour, a new date for the cancelled Birmingham performance at Utilita Arena on 1 November 2025 had not been officially announced. Boone and his team stated they were working to reschedule it at the time of cancellation.

Has Benson Boone won any major awards?

Yes. His breakthrough single ‘Beautiful Things’ earned him several major accolades, including two Billboard Music Awards, an MTV Video Music Award for Best Alternative Video, and the Song of the Year award at the iHeartRadio Music Awards in 2025.