Released: 2024
Benson Boone’s song ‘Slow It Down’ talks about meeting someone special, feeling a strong connection, and wanting to take things slow to avoid rushing into something too intense. It’s about the anxiety of new love and the fear of losing it. The song urges taking a breath and enjoying the moment.
The song starts with Benson talking about seeing someone for the first time. ‘I’d never met you, but I wanted to invite you to the party.’ He’s immediately captivated by this person’s ‘green eyes’ and starts to imagine a future with them.
When they finally start talking, he learns about their dreams and their feelings of loneliness. ‘Out of Georgia, now you’re lonely in this city.’ This line shows how they moved away from home, hoping for something better but feeling lost.
The chorus emphasizes the need to slow down. ‘So slow it down, take a moment now.’ He’s concerned that everything is moving too fast and that they’re both too young to handle the emotional intensity. He wants to ‘pull you out’ of the ‘dirty waters’ of doubt and anxiety.
In the second verse, Benson talks about his own fears. ‘Ain’t it funny how it changes? How the future rearranges.’ He knows love can be dangerous and admits he’s anxious. He doesn’t want to lose this person like he lost others before, showing his vulnerability.
The song ends with a repeated plea to ‘slow it down.’ Benson wants to be there for this person, help them through their tough times, and ensure they don’t rush into anything they’re not ready for. It’s a touching reminder to take things slow and cherish the moments together.
