Alex Warren breaks silence on Grammys performance dogged by difficulties

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3 Feb 2026 • 1:05 AM MYT
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  • Singer Alex Warren encountered technical difficulties with his earpiece during his performance of 'Ordinary' at the 2026 Grammy Awards in Los Angeles.
  • Warren was observed fumbling with the device and singing slightly off-beat before regaining his pace during the song's climactic chorus.
  • He later addressed the incident on TikTok, sharing an audio clip of the jumbled sound he heard, remarking, “This would only happen to me.”
  • Fans and celebrities, including Friends star Courtney Cox, offered support, commending his recovery and talent.
  • Warren was nominated for Best New Artist at the ceremony, an award ultimately won by British songstress Olivia Dean.

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