Benson Boone Releases New Single "The Time of My Life" Ahead of 2026 Summer Tour

Benson Boone dropped his first single of 2026, “The Time of My Life,” on June 26 2026. The 23‑year‑old pop singer‑songwriter released the track through Warner Records, following a pair of teaser videos posted to his social‑media accounts that highlighted the title and release date.

The single’s accompanying music video premiered the day before the audio release. In the video, Boone and TikTok influencer Alix Earle perform together in a staged theatrical play. Boone’s lyrics focus on longing for a former partner, with lines such as “I wish you came along” and “I can’t let go in my head.” The video’s narrative shows Boone repeatedly thinking about his ex while performing, creating a contrast between the upbeat performance and the emotional content.

The song’s subject has drawn attention to Boone’s recent breakup with influencer and actress Maggie Thurmon. The two dated for about two years before ending their relationship in late 2025. While Boone has not confirmed that the track is about Thurmon, the timing and lyrical themes have led many observers to link the song to the split.

Benson Boone’s career has grown steadily since his brief stint on American Idol in early 2021. He gained a following on TikTok, which helped him secure a contract with Dan Reynolds’s Night Street Records. Boone’s debut studio album, Fireworks & Rollerblades, was released in 2024 and peaked at number six on the U.S. Billboard 200. His second album, American Heart, followed in June 2025 and debuted at number two on the same chart.

“The Time of My Life” is the first new music Boone has issued in 2026. According to the press release from Warner Records, the single is intended to set the tone for his upcoming Wanted Man Tour, which will begin on July 7 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and conclude on September 3 in Casper, Wyoming. The tour will feature 34 arena dates across the United States.

The single’s release strategy mirrors Boone’s previous approach: teaser clips, a high‑profile video, and a tight schedule of live performances. The video’s production values—stage lighting, choreographed movement, and a narrative focus—are consistent with Boone’s earlier visual work, such as the video for “Mr. Electric Blue” from the American Heart album.

While the track has not yet charted, it is available on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music. The single’s release was accompanied by a brief statement from Warner Records, which described the song as a “slow‑building single that captures the eerie detachment of moving forward without the person you love.”

The release of “The Time of My Life” comes at a time when Boone is preparing to tour the country. The Wanted Man Tour is scheduled to run from early July through early September, with dates announced through Ticketmaster and promoted on social media. Boone’s management has indicated that the tour will showcase new material from the single as well as songs from his two studio albums.

In summary, Benson Boone has introduced a new single that reflects personal themes tied to a recent breakup, paired it with a visually engaging music video featuring Alix Earle, and set the stage for a summer tour that will bring the new material to live audiences. The single’s release and the tour’s schedule are confirmed, with no further album announcements reported at this time.