Alex Warren is sharing the emotional story behind the title track and namesake of his new album, WILDCHILD.
The 25-year-old “Ordinary” singer-songwriter released his second studio album on Friday (August 28).
What Is the Meaning Behind the Album WILDCHILD?
“Growing up, I was always climbing, doing backflips, and jumping off things, so my dad referred to me as Wildchild,” he explained.
“It stuck with me until my mom passed away. When I was writing this body of work, I would often think of my parents. My dad knew he was dying, so he filmed this series of videos where he’s talking to me. On the first album, you were learning about who I was. This album teaches you who my parents were and who I am now.”
Who Is Featured on “WILDCHILD”?
The album closer and title track includes a solo from John Mayer, as well as a voice memo from Alex‘s father, who asks “Are you having fun, Alex?”
What Is “WILDCHILD” About?
“‘WILDCHILD’ was difficult for me because my dad and I never had closure,” Alex says.
“I was nine-years-old, and I didn’t get to say goodbye. I watched those videos of him for as inspiration. ‘WILDCHILD’ was written from his perspective. It was my way to get closure and hear him say that’s proud of me. When we were kids, he wanted us to do music. He’d enroll us in talent shows. When he was alive, the music was beautiful. When he died, the music stopped. If there was a goodbye, it would be this. My father was obsessed with John Mayer too, so I thought it would be cool to end on an instrumental with a solo from him. The last thing you hear is John ripping on the guitar.”
What Has Alex Warren Said About His New Album?
“I’m so proud of WILDCHILD. Creatively, this is where I wanted to go. If you relate to even one part of it, I’m happy. It touches on so many different elements, but there’s a message. I’m happy with who I am now, and I’m ready to take over what my dad didn’t get to finish as a husband and, someday, a father.”
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