Benson Boone Performs Shoey at Sydney Concert, Sparks Mixed Reactions

Benson Boone recently participated in the notorious Australian drinking tradition known as the 'shoey' during his concert at Sydney's Hordern Pavilion. The 22-year-old artist opted for a sanitized version by using bottled water instead of beer, much to the crowd's mixed reactions. Video footage shared on TikTok showed him filling the cowboy boot with water and joking about the hygiene before taking a sip, which he described as 'not bad.' Despite some audience members cheering him on, several fans expressed their discomfort with the tradition, calling for it to be retired. The shoey has gained popularity among international artists, with figures like Harry Styles and Lizzo also having participated, often voicing their distaste for the custom. Boone's shoey moment is part of his ongoing Fireworks and Rollerblades World Tour, which follows his recent Billboard chart successes.