Ben Singer, a former children's folk singer spiraling downwards after a divorce and estrangement from his daughter, lives a solitary life marked by cynicism and chronic discontent. He spends his days smoking marijuana and working as a proofreader at a legal transcription firm, venting his frustrations with society to his only friend, Ibu. Ibu, an optimistic Senegalese immigrant, contrasts sharply with Ben's bleak outlook. When Ibu falls gravely ill and slips into a coma, his sister Khadi visits from Senegal, and Ben’s life takes an unexpected turn.

Khadi moves in temporarily to care for her brother, inadvertently bringing warmth and light into Ben's dreary existence. As he contends with insurance issues related to Ibu's health, Ben is forced to confront his own deeply ingrained negativity and re-evaluate his perspective on life. Khadi’s presence begins to challenge and slowly transform Ben, leading him on a journey of self-discovery, where he learns the importance of community, hope, and positive thinking. However, past halfway through, Ben faces critical decisions that have profound implications for himself and those around him.