Alex Warren's Emotional Debut: You’ll Be Alright, Kid (Chapter 1) Proves He's Here to Stay
Alex Warren’s debut album, You’ll Be Alright, Kid (Chapter 1), hits different, and honestly, I’ve been rooting for him since I saw him open for Daniel Seavey in Denver back in January 2023. His set back then was raw and personal—just him, his guitar, and a whole lot of emotion—and now with this album, he’s leveled up in every possible way. Next Wave even put him on our "Artists to Watch in 2024" list, and this album proves why.
Kicking off with Burning Down, which has already taken off on TikTok and Spotify, Warren gives us a track that just radiates power. It’s about breaking free from toxic energy, and the whole vibe screams, "I know my worth." Plus, the fact that he’s already dropped Alex’s Version of the song shows how intentional he is about giving his fans something extra personal.
Then there’s Carry You Home, and wow, it’s a love song that feels like a moment frozen in time. It’s so honest and vulnerable, dedicated to his wife, Kouvr, and it honestly feels like we’re all just witnessing this deep love story unfold. I remember seeing this emotional connection between them on stage last year, and this track just takes it to another level.
One of the album's most striking tracks, Troubled Waters, dives deep into his struggles and personal battles. You can feel his pain and hope fighting it out. The visuals for this track, where Kouvr literally saves him in the storm, give the song even more weight. It’s a standout for anyone who’s been through those moments where life feels overwhelming but keeps fighting for the light at the end.
The next two tracks, Heaven Without You and Save You a Seat, really touch on grief, and man, they hit hard. Heaven Without You feels like a heartbreaking promise to his wife—that even in death, they won’t be apart. While Save You a Seat speaks to anyone who’s lost someone too soon. It’s raw but comforting at the same time.
And then, Warren wraps it all up perfectly with the title track, You’ll Be Alright, Kid. It’s like he’s sending a letter back in time to his younger self, telling him everything he wished he’d known. It’s a full-circle moment that ties together all the struggles, lessons, and growth we hear in the album. It’s hopeful, personal, and a reminder to keep going even when life feels impossible.
This album is more than just music—it’s Alex Warren showing us his heart, his story, and all the battles he’s won. If this is just Chapter 1, I can’t wait to see where he goes next.
