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“We are officially best buddies.”

A Massachusetts dad took to TikTok last week with what he acknowledged was a long shot — an invitation for musician Benson Boone to attend his son’s 4th birthday party. 

Addressing the singer-songwriter, Ryan Benoit, a Fairhaven police officer, shared that his son, Ryder, is one of Boone’s “biggest fans” and requested a “Benson Boone birthday party.”

“He loves singing your songs,” Benoit said. “He listens to them literally every single day.”

When asked if he wants a party with a more typical kid theme, Benoit said his 3-year-old declines. 

“Every time he says ‘no,’ he says ‘I want Benson Boone,’” Benoit said. “He is the most kind, sweet-hearted kid. And the way he belts out his songs, I would think that he’s on stage with you.”

The dad shared an image of the invitation to the Sept. 20 party, which features a picture of Boone.

“I know it’s a long shot, if you can come, please do so,” Benoit said. 

@ryguyb Hey @Benson ♬ original sound – ryguyb

Since it was posted, the video has garnered more than a million views — and a comment from Boone.

“Well I think I’ve got some good news for you and Ryder,” the musician wrote. 

In a separate video posted by Benoit, a giggling Ryder responded. 

“Thank you for mentioning me,” the 3-year-old says. “I love your music. You’re my best buddy.”

Boone responded with another comment, accompanied with a tears of joy emoji: “We are officially best buddies.”

Benoit shared an update Monday that the family has been gifted tickets to Boone’s Sept. 2 show at TD Garden by radio station Kiss108. The station is also giving the family Benson Boone merchandise and party supplies for his birthday celebration.

Dialynn Dwyer

Dialynn Dwyer is a reporter and editor at Boston.com, covering breaking and local news across Boston and New England.

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