The Benson Boone “Momma” Music Video and What’s His Enneagram?

I don’t know if there’s anyone who didn’t go far on American Idol but is having as much success as Benson Boone. That’s right, once upon a time he was a contestant on American Idol. His journey there was short-lived but his path to fame keeps going and going and going…

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But the real reason I wrote this and you’re reading it isn’t because of his history with American Idol. It’s because of his song, “Momma.” As of a few days ago, the song has a video to go along with it and the video is just perfect. Not too much, not too little. And the ending is the sweetest. Gosh, had this song come out before I wrote 10 Song Titles for Mom, I might’ve said it was the best one on the list.

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Personality Type. Benson seems to be a deep thinker, in touch with his feelings, loyal, loving, adventurous, sporty, and energetic. Based on these traits I’m going to say Benson Boone is an Enneagram 6 wing 7. “The Loyalist” with room in their life to be a curious optimist, too… hence the wing 7. His introspective, emotionally-connected self-expression is the source of this song’s lyrics. He sings of the love he has for his mother; caring about her past, her favorite songs, and also does the same for his father in verse 2. But let’s be real, the song is a tribute to his mom.

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My Take. I’m not an Enneagram 6 but as an Enneagram 4 I can relate to Benson’s introspective side. In fact, I think a lot… probably too much… about everything. The emotions I express can be extreme in one way or another which is probably why I admire people who tend to be even-tempered. But at the same time, as any 4 would say, I love my personality and feel like I’m unique in a lot of ways.

The Parents. I’ve been experiencing something really cool since moving closer to family. I’ve always thought my parents were great parents. It’s been amazing to feel that admiration turn to this realization: my parents are great people, too. They’re not just Mom and Dad. They’re Terry and Fred. People navigating through the unknown parts of life just like I am. And I’ll just say this: They’re rocking it! Go on with your bad selves, Mom and Dad.

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A Gift. What a great song from Benson Boone. Following up his song “Mystical Magical,” this gift to his mom is a gift to his fans, too. She’s loving it. They’re loving it. I’m loving it. If you love the song and love today’s post, click the ‘like’ button and take a second to subscribe. See y’all mother lovers tomorrow.

-Out of the Wilderness