Is Beautiful Things - Benson Boone Halal or Haram?
Across the schools of thought analyzed, the highest verdict for "Beautiful Things - Benson Boone" is Grey Area (2/5).
| School | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Sistani | Haram (1/5) |
| Khamenei | Likely Haram (2/5) |
| Hanafi | Not yet analyzed — Hanafi's general music ruling |
| Maliki | Not yet analyzed — Maliki's general music ruling |
| Shafi'i | Not yet analyzed — Shafi'i's general music ruling |
| Hanbali | Not yet analyzed — Hanbali's general music ruling |
Is Beautiful Things - Benson Boone halal according to Sistani?
Haram (1/5). The song's musical structure transitions from a quiet, acoustic ballad into an explosive, high-energy pop-rock chorus characterized by heavy percussion, electric guitars, and highly passionate, belted vocals. Under Ayatollah Sistani's 'Expert Recognition Test,' this specific tune type is highly suitable for entertainment and amusement gatherings.
Is Beautiful Things - Benson Boone halal according to Khamenei?
Likely Haram (2/5). Ayatollah Khamenei's framework requires a holistic assessment of whether the music is 'lahwi' (deviating from the path of Allah and promoting carelessness). While the song contains positive spiritual expressions ('finding my faith', 'thank God every day'), it also explicitly normalizes a non-marital romantic relationship ('She'll come and stay the night').
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