A powerful pop gem that vulnerably explores internal struggles and the desire for connection.
Los Angeles-based Alexander Stewart is a singer-songwriter who has garnered more than a quarter billion streams, along with “a rapidly growing fan base that has now expanded to over 330 million global streams and 300 million views on YouTube.” The singer’s “skyscraping pop sound and heartbreaking anthems” have solidified his position as an “impressive figure” in the music scene. Alexander Stewart’s latest release is the six-track EP, if you only knew, with the title song accompanied by a visualizer.
With a gentle and calming fusion of melodic piano and expressive strings, “if you only knew” creates an intimate backdrop that beautifully complements the emotionally charged exploration within the tune. Lyrics such as “I’ve been trying so hard to survive, Sometimes I think that I wanna die, I feel so damn guilty because, God, I’m so lucky to live my life” and “It’s a silent cry for help, I wanna get better, want you to know, That I can’t do this on my own” unveil heart-wrenching confessions about navigating mental health challenges. Infused with passionately delivered vocals and a hauntingly beautiful essence, Alexander Stewart presents a potent pop masterpiece that vulnerably delves into internal struggles and the yearning for connection. So, hit play and let the words of “if you only knew” assist in healing your heart.
Chicago based writer and creative. Fan of 80’s horror, fancy coffee drinks, and late night drives.
