Alex Warren, PASSENGER | Song Review

On “PASSENGER,” a single from his sophomore album, WILDCHILD,  Alex Warren delivers a pleasant song that doesn’t move the needle.

Metronome? Megaphone? Noted, I guess, Alex Warren! The Grammy-nominated pop singer-songwriter has released several singles throughout 2026 (“FEVER DREAM” and “FINE PLACE TO DIE”). His latest offering, “PASSENGER”, marks the third track from his sophomore album, WILDCHILD (arrives August 28, 2026). “PASSENGER” was written by Warren, CAL, Mags Duval, and producer Adam Yaron.  How does it stack up? What’s it giving?

“PASSENGER” begins with a brief mysterious sound effect. Soon enough, a strong groove provides stability, and Alex Warren gets to work. The mystery dissipates. He serves up pleasant and respectable vocals.  Is his performance the most fun I’ve ever heard? No, but it’s well-rounded, all in all.  The melodies are rhythmic throughout, which adds to the intrigue. “Let’s run from it all for the hell of it / Oh, God, put me back in my element,” he sings in the second verse, and continues, “We talk about things we don’t wanna address / I guess I’ll make room for the elephant.” The section to beat is the chorus, marking the catchiest and most memorable moment of the song.

“How do I drive from the passenger side?

I’ve been holding on tight to a telephone line

Living your dream, baby, what about mine?

Tell me I’m yours, wonder what it feels like

What it feels like.”

Notably, the bridge differentiates itself from the verses and the chorus, keeping “PASSENGER” relatively engaging. So, how does “PASSENGER” stack up? Ultimately, it’s ‘good’ without being ‘great.’ Warren sings well, the chorus is catchy, and the lyrics are interesting.  Still, in my humble opinion, the song doesn’t move the needle for Alex.

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