At the Hangout Music Festival in Gulf Shores, Alabama, fans witnessed an unforgettable moment when Lana Del Rey brought out Benson Boone for a surprise duet of his smash hit Beautiful Things. The crowd erupted as the two artists shared the stage for the first time, delivering a hauntingly beautiful live rendition that has since gone viral across social media.
Benson Boone, who rose to stardom with Beautiful Things, has been one of 2024’s biggest breakout stars. The song has topped charts globally, racking up billions of streams and earning the title of most-streamed song of the year. But it was this unexpected collaboration with Lana—known for her ethereal voice and melancholic storytelling—that added a new dimension to the song. Fans at the festival described the moment as “otherworldly” and “spiritually perfect.”
The backstory makes it even more magical. Boone admitted he couldn’t sleep the night before after receiving a personal call from Lana herself. “She said, ‘Hey, this is Lana,’ and I literally stopped breathing,” he revealed. “I didn’t hear anything else she said—I was freaking out.” Despite the nerves, he showed up and gave a passionate, barefoot performance, even throwing in some backflips that stunned the audience.
The chemistry between them was undeniable. Boone’s raw emotion and Lana’s dreamy vocals blended effortlessly as they stood under golden stage lights, bringing a new intensity to the already powerful ballad. For many, it wasn’t just a duet—it was a career-defining moment for Boone, who is quickly proving he’s more than a viral sensation.
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Beautiful Things, released in January 2024, launched Boone’s debut album Fireworks & Rollerblades and reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100. Since then, he’s earned platinum certifications, topped charts in over a dozen countries, and picked up multiple award nominations including iHeartRadio, Billboard, and MTV. His electrifying Grammy performance earlier this year—where he combined vocals with a choreographed striptease and stage flips—only added to his rising star status.
He’s now gearing up to release his second album American Heart this summer and preparing for a massive world tour. But no matter what comes next, this surprise performance with Lana Del Rey will remain a highlight of 2024—a moment of pure musical synergy that fans will be talking about for years.
