"A weird breath of fresh air": Fans react to Benson Boone's 'Mystical Magical' performance on 'SNL'

Benson Boone's recent performance on Saturday Night Live has stirred up reactions across social media platforms. He made his SNL debut on May 3, 2025. The 22-year-old pop singer performed two tracks from his upcoming album American Heart. Mystical Magical was one of them.

Benson Boone has been notably climbing the pop charts since his hit, Beautiful Things, earlier this year. The track earned him a nomination for International Song of the Year at the 2025 BRIT Awards. It was also performed at the Grammys, where Boone was up for Best New Artist. He is known for his stage presence, fashion choices, music, and backflips.

Watch Benson Boone's 'Mystical Magical' performance on SNL below:

On SNL, Benson Boone opened with his February single "Sorry I'm Here for Someone Else." The track has hit the Billboard Hot 100 Top 40.

Fan reactions to Benson Boone's 'Mystical Magical' performance

Netizens were quick to gather in the comment section of the official YouTube video to share their thoughts on his performance. Below are some of them had to remark:

"I like him - a weird breath of fresh air in the pop music scene. And he always acknowledges the band. His Coachella set was also terrific," declared a fan.

"I know this probably isn't good for his rizz, but this 76 year old grandma adores him. He’s not only immensely talented, his charm is undeniable & addictive, and his respect for others (Brian May, the SNL cast) is amazingly refreshing. Props to his fam for raising such a wonderful young man. He deserves all the success he gets," expressed another.

"Massive talent. Truly a shining star on every level this guy. I'm 69 and I have seen the greats. I believe he's cut from the same artist fabric as the greatest.," penned a third.

Others also chimed in:

"I can't remember the last time I saw a singer with so much raw charisma. Wait...never mind, I do remember. Now, these guys are not at all the same, totally different. But I remember when Ricky Martin came on the scene...his raw charisma was breathtaking. Benson is a different act and honesty, even better. Freddy Mercury vibes," commented a netizen.

"I am always so fearful when he jumps off a piano and does that flip that he is gonna break his neck or become paralyzed or die. I know I am overacting but when you get old this happens. It is kind of spectacular to see though," stated another.

There was just one flip during Benson Boone's SNL presence. It seemed that he focused more on vocals and stage presence, something that fans noted and appreciated.

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