Alex Warren Talks New Album ‘Wild Child,’ Grief & Success of ‘Ordinary’ | Billboard News Interview

Alex Warren opens up about the stories behind his new album Wild Child in this Billboard News Interview—from writing through grief and honoring his late parents to processing the life-changing success of his Billboard Hot 100 hit “Ordinary.” Alex Warren You have to think how many love songs I’ve written about this girl, you know? Like, at a certain point she’s like, “Alright, dude.

I get it.” Hey, it’s Alex Warren, and you’re watching Billboard News.

Melinda Newman I’m Melinda Newman with Billboard News, and we’re here with Alex Warren- Alex Warren Hey Melinda Newman . . .

Who’s got a new album coming out.

Alex Warren That I do.

Melinda Newman It’s been a while since I’ve seen you.

Alex Warren I know.

Melinda Newman And you were just telling us you were surfing this morning.

Alex Warren I was.

Melinda Newman So life is good.

Alex Warren It is, honestly.

I’ve been surfing every day since I’ve been here.

I love being in California, ’cause all I do is just surf and eat burritos.

That’s literally it.