How love and loss brought Alex Warren’s music to places far and wide

From sleeping in his car just a few years ago to gracing stages worldwide with his chart-topping hits, 25-year-old singer Alex Warren's journey is truly remarkable. While he may be a breakout music star today, the public eye is nothing new for him.

Before his musical career took off, Alex was already a viral sensation, captivating audiences with his regular TikTok videos and YouTube vlogs. Though he occasionally shared song covers that garnered attention, a professional music career wasn't initially on his radar. He even once captioned a 2018 cover, "I'm not a singer, but singing makes me happy." Fast forward to 2025, and he's not only performing his original songs globally but also proudly holding the Best New Artist award from the MTV Video Music Awards.

His path to musical stardom began with a simple toy guitar, a gift from his father when Alex was just five years old. This planted a seed, yet he hesitated to release his own music until positive feedback from online strangers encouraged him. He recalled how a bathroom cover he posted instantly went viral, offering the first real validation of his singing, inspiring him to share the personal songs he had written.

However, it was a profound personal loss that truly ignited his songwriting. Grief can be a paralyzing force, but for Alex, the passing of his father – the very person who sparked his early interest in music – became a catalyst. Writing songs served as a vital coping mechanism, allowing him to process his sorrow. These deeply personal compositions eventually found their way to the public, starting with his 2021 debut single, "One More I Love You," a poignant tribute to his late father.

The following four years saw an incredible ascent. Alex discovered his talent for weaving narratives into music, and the world listened intently. He confessed to Rappler, "It honestly doesn’t feel real. I’m so grateful for everything that’s been happening to me but this industry moves so insanely fast, it’s hard to process it all. But I am so proud of what I’ve put out and the amazing people who helped me along the way."

Through this meteoric rise, one person remained a steadfast presence: his wife, Kouvr. It’s no surprise that much of Alex’s exploration of love in his music centers around her. Having grown up in a "broken home" where love felt ambiguous, he found true meaning with Kouvr. He eloquently stated, "It was immediate and indescribable, so the best way I can explain it is by writing about it."

Take "Carry You Home," for instance, a beautiful encapsulation of their wedding vows, promising unwavering devotion "whether it’s tonight or 55 years down the road." Alex cherishes how many of his most memorable moments are intertwined with his wife and immortalized in his songs. His most popular track, "Ordinary," fittingly also traces back to Kouvr, highlighting how her presence transforms even the mundane aspects of life into something truly extraordinary.

While Alex's songs are deeply personal, listeners from all walks of life find themselves reflected in his art – a connection he finds profoundly moving. "I love that I’m able to write about the good and bad things in my life and it resonates so well with people. Growing up, I felt so alone in what I went through, so it’s really cool to see everything that connects with me," he shared.

With his album "You’ll Be Alright, Kid" already released and more music on the horizon, Alex Warren hopes his legacy will be defined by his honest expression of life through his songs. His soulful vocals may draw people in, but it's his grounded sincerity that keeps millions of fans listening and resonating with his powerful stories.