"Alex Warren's 'Pinch-Me' Moments: A Year of Surreal Success with Ed Sheeran, Jennifer Aniston and More"
One year ago, Alex Warren released his breakout hit "Ordinary", which has been a game-changer for the 25-year-old singer/songwriter. The song's success has left him speechless and in awe, with several pinch-me moments that he's eager to share.
The whirlwind ride began when "Ordinary" topped the all-genre Billboard Hot 100 chart for 10 weeks and was named Billboard's Song of the Summer. The song has been streamed over 2.4 billion times worldwide and spent 10 weeks at No. 1 on Billboard's Global 200 chart.
Warren's success led to nominations for Best New Artist Grammy, winning Best New Artist at the MTV Video Music Awards, and iHeart Awards. He also made notable friends along the way, including duetting with Jelly Roll, sharing stages with Luke Combs and Ed Sheeran, and dancing to Zara Larsson's "Lush Life" at Jingle Ball.
Looking back, Warren says it's been surreal to see his song become a universal hit. "It's funny because looking back, I was in the heat of it, and I didn't think much of it," he reminisces. When the song reached No. 1 on the Hot 100 chart for the first time, Warren was shocked, but now he can't believe how quickly his life has changed.
Warren recalls one particularly memorable moment – performing "Ordinary" with Ed Sheeran at Coachella's old phone pub pop-up event. It was a pinch-me moment, as Warren was nervous but thrilled to share the stage with his idol. His wife, Kouvr Annon, was in tears during the performance, which has become one of Warren's most cherished memories.
Another highlight came when Warren's song broke Slim Whitman's 70-year-old record on the U.K. Official Charts. It was a testament to the song's massive success and a surreal moment for Warren, who had always dreamed of making it big in the music industry.
Throughout his journey, Warren has been fortunate to collaborate with talented artists like Luke Combs, with whom he sang "Ordinary" at Lollapalooza. The experience was not only thrilling but also humbling, as Warren reflected on how much love and support he received from fans during that performance.
Warren's friendship with Jennifer Aniston has been another highlight of his year. When Aniston agreed to appear as a judge in Warren's tour announcement, it was an incredible moment for the young singer/songwriter. The text exchange between them remains one of Warren's favorite memories – a testament to their close friendship and the excitement that comes with sharing new experiences together.
Lastly, Warren's upcoming "Little Orphan Alex Live" tour tickets are now on sale, offering fans a chance to experience his music live. Despite the terror he initially felt about putting tickets on sale, Warren remains grateful for the overwhelming response he's received from fans eager to attend his shows.
As Warren reflects on the past year, it's clear that "Ordinary" has left him in awe of how quickly life can change. His incredible journey is a reminder that success is not just about achieving one's goals but also about embracing the surreal moments that come with making your dreams a reality.
One year ago, Alex Warren released his breakout hit "Ordinary", which has been a game-changer for the 25-year-old singer/songwriter. The song's success has left him speechless and in awe, with several pinch-me moments that he's eager to share.
The whirlwind ride began when "Ordinary" topped the all-genre Billboard Hot 100 chart for 10 weeks and was named Billboard's Song of the Summer. The song has been streamed over 2.4 billion times worldwide and spent 10 weeks at No. 1 on Billboard's Global 200 chart.
Warren's success led to nominations for Best New Artist Grammy, winning Best New Artist at the MTV Video Music Awards, and iHeart Awards. He also made notable friends along the way, including duetting with Jelly Roll, sharing stages with Luke Combs and Ed Sheeran, and dancing to Zara Larsson's "Lush Life" at Jingle Ball.
Looking back, Warren says it's been surreal to see his song become a universal hit. "It's funny because looking back, I was in the heat of it, and I didn't think much of it," he reminisces. When the song reached No. 1 on the Hot 100 chart for the first time, Warren was shocked, but now he can't believe how quickly his life has changed.
Warren recalls one particularly memorable moment – performing "Ordinary" with Ed Sheeran at Coachella's old phone pub pop-up event. It was a pinch-me moment, as Warren was nervous but thrilled to share the stage with his idol. His wife, Kouvr Annon, was in tears during the performance, which has become one of Warren's most cherished memories.
Another highlight came when Warren's song broke Slim Whitman's 70-year-old record on the U.K. Official Charts. It was a testament to the song's massive success and a surreal moment for Warren, who had always dreamed of making it big in the music industry.
Throughout his journey, Warren has been fortunate to collaborate with talented artists like Luke Combs, with whom he sang "Ordinary" at Lollapalooza. The experience was not only thrilling but also humbling, as Warren reflected on how much love and support he received from fans during that performance.
Warren's friendship with Jennifer Aniston has been another highlight of his year. When Aniston agreed to appear as a judge in Warren's tour announcement, it was an incredible moment for the young singer/songwriter. The text exchange between them remains one of Warren's favorite memories – a testament to their close friendship and the excitement that comes with sharing new experiences together.
Lastly, Warren's upcoming "Little Orphan Alex Live" tour tickets are now on sale, offering fans a chance to experience his music live. Despite the terror he initially felt about putting tickets on sale, Warren remains grateful for the overwhelming response he's received from fans eager to attend his shows.
As Warren reflects on the past year, it's clear that "Ordinary" has left him in awe of how quickly life can change. His incredible journey is a reminder that success is not just about achieving one's goals but also about embracing the surreal moments that come with making your dreams a reality.
I mean, think about it like this... Alex Warren's "Pinch-Me" Moments are actually like those life lessons we often overlook – you know, when things get crazy and your world is turned upside down? It's all about perspective, right? One minute you're just doing your thing, the next you're on top of the charts and rubbing shoulders with celebrities 
. The key takeaway here is that success isn't just about being "on top" – it's about how you roll with the punches and stay true to yourself in the midst of all the chaos. And Warren's journey shows us that even when things get surreal, we can always find a way to stay grounded and appreciate the beauty in it all 
kouvr annon was in tears during that performance tho - awwww 
i'm so glad he got to share those special moments with the people (and artists) he loves 
anyway, congrats to alex warren on all his amazing achievements this year! you deserve every bit of success and happiness 
so i'm not surprised alex warren had some crazy pinch-me moments - 2.4 billion streams is insane! 
He went from bein' some unknown dude to collabin' with the likes of Ed Sheeran and Jennifer Aniston in a span of just 12 months 
It's insane how fast things can move in this industry. On one hand, I'm happy for him, he deserves it after puttin' out that fire track "Ordinary". But on another hand, it's hard not to feel like there's some kinda bubble 'round him 
he went from releasing a song to performing at coachella and having jennifer aniston be his friend lol what's next? 
i do love how humble he seems about the whole thing though, like he's still pinching himself after all the surreal moments 
anyway, tickets are out for his tour now... gotta get 'em ASAP! 
2.4 billion streams? That's crazy! 
i love how humble he is about it too, talking about how he didn't think much of his song at first and now it's a global hit. anyway, I'm so hyped for his upcoming tour, "Little Orphan Alex Live" - who's gonna get tickets?! 
his collab with ed shearan at coachella was EVERYTHING and i'm not even kidding when i say kouvr annon cried during the performance 
. anyway, alex warren's upcoming tour tickets are now on sale and i'm totes buying tix!!! who else is hyped?! 
His song "Ordinary" breaking Slim Whitman's record on the UK Official Charts is also a huge deal. Anyway, it's gonna be interesting to see what Alex Warren does next. 
Alex warren, you're just getting better and better with each passing day, can't wait for your tour tickets to sell out!!! 
alongside ed sheeran?! it's like a dream come true! his music is literally everywhere and his friendship with jennifer aniston is everything 
his wife kouvr annon must be so proud of him 
But is this just a flash in the pan, or is Warren building a movement? 
What does it say about the state of our celebrity endorsements when even a judge can make all the difference? Are we seeing more influence and power shifting in the entertainment industry? 
I mean, who wouldn't wanna be singing with Ed Sheeran 
It's like, pinch-me moments every day 
! And Jennifer Aniston 
. I'm so hyped for his tour tickets going on sale 
. And let's be real, who wouldn't wanna be a rockstar?