Alec Benjamin is an American pop singer and songwriter recognized for his narrative-driven music and multi-platinum successes.
Alec Benjamin signed a contract with Columbia Records early in his career, but the partnership concluded weeks after he submitted his debut album.
Alec Benjamin signed with Atlantic Records after his self-funded tours and early independent releases, leading to the breakthrough success of his mixtape 'Narrated for You' and subsequent albums. He was with Atlantic from 2018 to 2021.
Alec Benjamin began his partnership with Elektra Records in 2021, releasing his album '(Un)commentary' and '12 Notes' under the label.
Alec Benjamin signed with Range Media Partners' Music Division, as reported by Billboard and Music Connection.
Alec Benjamin's music, specifically 'Pop Bangers', is associated with Victoria's Secret playlists.
Alec Benjamin performed on ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live! to promote his music.
Alec Benjamin is listed as a songwriter with Artist Publishing Group (APG), acknowledging him as a compelling storyteller of his generation.
Alec Benjamin has a strong presence on Spotify, with an estimated average of 12,992,615 monthly listeners as of November 2025. He has also shared personal stories about mental health struggles and navigating life on tour on "The Squeeze" podcast available on Spotify.
Alec Benjamin's music is available on Apple Music, including his albums 'Narrated for You', '(Un)Commentary', and 'These Two Windows'.
Alec Benjamin maintains an official YouTube channel showcasing music videos, performances, and more, serving as a primary platform for his content. He also has videos discussing his musical inspiration and Mandarin skills.
Alec Benjamin has an active official Facebook page with over 575,000 likes and is a platform where he promotes his music and engages with fans.
Alec Benjamin uses his Instagram to share insights into his music-making journey and engage with fans.
Alec Benjamin's music videos are featured on Snapchat Spotlight, offering behind-the-scenes content, acoustic performances, and artist journeys.
Alec Benjamin utilized TikTok for promotion, and his song 'Six Feet Apart' became a significant sound on the platform.
Born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona on May 28, 1994, Alec Benjamin began writing songs at the age of 13 and later learned to play the guitar during high school. His early career saw the release of his first EP, “America,” in 2013. While a student at the University of Southern California, Benjamin independently recorded his debut single, “Paper Crown,” in his dorm room in 2016. That same year, he released additional tracks such as “The Water Fountain,” “End of the Summer,” and “I Built a Friend,” characterized by his distinctive youthful vocals and keyboard-centric arrangements. A significant early collaboration was his co-writing credit on Jon Bellion’s song “New York Soul, Pt. 2,” featured on the album, “The Human Condition” also in 2016.
Benjamin’s career experienced a turning point after an initial signing with Columbia Records concluded. Following this, he embarked on a self-funded European tour, performing as an opening act for artists like Marina Kaye in France and Lea in Germany. During this period, he engaged directly with audiences by performing in parking lots outside concert venues and distributing business cards to promote his music. This grassroots effort led to him signing with Atlantic Records. His debut full-length mixtape, “Narrated for You,” released in November 2018, included the breakthrough multi-platinum single “Let Me Down Slowly.” The song gained further traction following his performance on “The Late Late Show with James Corden” in January 2019 and a re-release featuring Alessia Cara.
His debut studio album, “These Two Windows,” was released on May 29, 2020, reaching number 8 on Billboard’s Top Album Sales chart. This was followed by his second album, “(Un)commentary,” released on April 15, 2022. Benjamin has also recorded Mandarin versions of his songs, inspired by his father’s work in Eastern medicine, and collaborated with Chinese actress Zhao Lusi on a Mandarin version of “Water Fountain.” As of November 2025, his monthly listeners averaged approximately 12.9 million, reflecting his sustained global reach.
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