His first song and his most recent song… God I am so proud of Alec, the way he’s grown through the years reminds me of how his music has helped me grow as a person. This song will always hold such a special place in my heart. I wish I could tell him how grateful I am.. how grateful we all are. ❤️

do you know how many YEARS I’ve been waiting for this song to come out!!! YEARSSS ALEC

god his voice went from being angsty and slightly roughened to now so angelic and smooth. i love hearing the difference between the original release of paper crown compared to this one. he’s grown so much.

This song was the original reason I fell in love with Alec's music. His thoughtful lyrics are phenomenal!

Phenomenal song, probably the first alec Benjamin song I heard and god he’s come so far. It’s so exciting to see how much he’s grown and improved

I remember when I first listened to this song years ago, it's crazy how much changed. This song has become so beautifully nostalgic to me now. 💕 Edit: Thanks so much for all the likes! It's amazing how everyone can unite and relate to one song. Everytime I hear this song it makes me cry as I remember old times and realize how long ago its been. Both ourselves and Alec Benjamin changed with time, but still grow together united by his music and this song. You're doing amazing work with your music Alec! Thanks for touching the hearts of me and so many others! 💕

One of Alec's Classic Songs! Paper Crown ~ A paper crown And a heart made of glass A tattered gown And her kingdom of ash She walks alone She can never look back The story of a queen whose castle has fallen to the sea She'll make it out But she's never the same She's lookin' down At the scars that remain But you hold your ground Though your kingdoms in flames 'Cause it's the story of a queen who's castle has fallen to the sea Knowing there's no one who will be A king that will come and save his queen When all she needs And all she wants When all she finds When all she is, and ever was Is compromised 'Cause there's no one to love her when You built your walls Too high And there's no one to love you when you build Your walls Too high She's looking out From the war that's inside She's screaming out 'Cause no one survived But when you're all alone You wait and you hide 'Cause it's the story of a queen whose castle has fallen to the sea Knowing, there's no one who will be A king who will come and save his queen When all she needs When all she wants And all she finds When all she is, and ever was Is compromised 'Cause there's no one to love her when You built your walls Too high And there's no one to love you when you build Your walls Too high There is no one Who is strong enough To save your love There's no fairytale There's no fairytale When all she needs When all she wants When all she finds When all she is, and ever was Is compromised 'Cause there's no one to love her You built your walls too high And there's no one to love you when you trap yourself Inside

6 years after the original release... still gives me the same chills

thank you for finally putting this out❤️ i’ve waited so long for it, ever since it was taken off spotify. you’re amazing alec ❤️

I don’t know why this man is so fu*king underrated. Man if people will go through this lyrics, those lyrics will make them fall in love. I have being following him for more than 3 years and he never disappoints with his music. A big fan of this man from India 🇮🇳 ❤

It's scary that it's the most relatable song i have ever heard of.

This was the first song I heard from you and it's my very favorite. The story of a girl that's breaking inside while pretending nothing's happening, told as a classic fairytale with a sweet and poetic narration moves me and hits me so hard. I relate a lot to the lyrics. Thank you Alec for this precious gift to humanity.

All of his songs tell a story. Absolute masterpiece

Always waited for the release of this sensational masterpiece, your songs are the best Alec! So proud of you

Lyrics: A paper crown And a heart made of glass A tattered gown And a kingdom of ash She walks alone She can never look back The story of a queen whose castle has fallen to the sea She'll make it out But she's never the same She's looking down At the scars that remain But you hold your ground When your kingdoms in flames Cause it's the story of a queen Whose castle has fallen to the sea Knowing there's no one who will be A king that will come and save his queen When all she needs When all she wants When all she finds When all she is And ever was Is compromised Cause there's no one to love you When you build your walls Too high And there's no one to love you When you build your walls to High She's looking out From the war that's inside She's screaming out Cause no one survived But when you're all alone You wait and you hide Cause it's the story of a queen Whose castle has fallen to the sea Knowing there's no one who will be A king that will come and save his queen When all she needs When all she wants When all she finds When all she is And ever was Is compromised Cause there's no one to love you When you build your walls Too high And there's no one to love you When you build your walls to High There's no one Who is strong enough To save your love There's no fairytale There's no fairytale When all she needs When all she wants When all she finds When all she is And ever was Is compromised Cause there's no one to love you When you build your walls Too high And there's no one to love you When you trap yourself inside

i remember being on the stage in 5th grade, performing this for the talent show. that was the first song i ever heard from you, and i immediately fell in love. then i heard i built a friend, and so on and now i’m a big fan. everything about this song is so beautiful.. it brought me into music. thank you alec, for sharing your talent with us. you’ve changed so many lives. i love your music because of the stories they tell, stories that bring something out in me. this version seems as if nothing has changed.. i love it so much.

It's amazing that this song was originally released many years ago and that this lyric video has clips from his most recent shows with a full band and large crowds. Alec has come so far! :')

Anytime I listen to this song old or now new it always reminds me of how precious it is to reach out to others if you need help. No one can ever recover from pain if they put up walls and hide behind them. And no one can help us if we stay hidden. If you have read this I hope you choose to break down your walls and let people in so they can help you. Have an amazing day and stay safe everyone❤. Thank you Alec for giving us all a master piece remade ❤

After listening to this song for years off UKposts and seeing you play it in concert several years ago, it just got even better! Your talent and growth over the years has been so enjoyable to witness! Keep singing, writing and playing Alec because you are a top notch artist! You deserve all the best in your career! Now put Paper Crown on the radio because the rest of the world needs to experience it! 💜

This was the first song that I've heard that turned me into a loyal fan throughout these years. I'm proud of how much he grew. I'm very grateful I've stumbled upon his songs, he has come so far. ♥️

i’m so happy to see how much you’ve grown since this song first came out and watching you go from Pressplay events to holding you’re own tours . so PROUD

I'm so happy that you have finally released this song as a single. It's an amazing song and it deserves a lot of recognition. You're incredible alec🧡

Wow, this version sounds more mature and thoughtful while the original one sounds more emotional. Both are masterpiece so thank you dear Alec for releasing this amazing music to the greater audience through various streaming platform. You may or may mot have no idea how long we've been waiting for this moment. 🧡

We are all so proud of how far you have come Alec. It has been an honor living this existence with you. Thank you for your existence. 💐

I remember when I first listened to the original. Being able to listen to this new version brings emotions back. Alec has helped me with his music and I've been waiting for this one

❤️❤️❤️ His lyrics is not just lyrics it's emotions

I can't believe how far he's came, it feels like yesterday that let me down slowly came out haha.

I heard this live for the first time in Singapore when he came for his show last year, and I was BLOWN AWAY! That’s why this song holds such a special place in my heart. Can’t wait to see more of him and his growth!

OH MY GOSH THIS SONG HAS BEEN ONE OF MY FAVORITES FOR SO LONG IM GONNA CRY

WOW, his voice has changed so much since the original version 6 yrs ago. so glad we can be on this journey with him. congrats alec 💚

After 4 years, you never changed. A real legend.

Every song he makes speaks to and comforts some deep part of my soul that I didn't know was there.

I've waited so long for this masterpiece - finally I can listen to Paper Crown on Spotify ❤

I've been here for the release of so many songs, but this one will forever be a reminder of how far you've come, and how far you've taken me

Man, I love your music. It's like 99% of every song he has written I can relate to.

it's kind of impossible to ignore the enchantment listening to Alec's voice brings on you. what a talented man!

The worst part of this song is that it ends

Seeing this live was so amazing!! Goosebumps! Taken me back to such an amazing night!!!!

After all these years I’m so happy it’s officially released now 🥹🥹❤️ one of my all time favourites and sounding soo good!

This gives me so much nostalgia 😌❤️

I love it. I love how Alec makes his music so relatable and not so outrageous that only a few get to experience it. I love him.❤❤

I was lucky enough the listen to this live and it will always bring me to tears. I love Alec so much for giving us his art 🥹🥹

The vibe this song emits is just something else…damn

I literally listened to this like five million times since it came out. That's how good it is. Beautiful.

I don't think I'll ever love a song more than this one. Thank you for this T^T

This sounds AMAZING. I loved this song since middle school. Its crazy to hear it in such a clean track

You are the sweetest most talented boy! Can't wait to see you in Vancouver with John. Peace, Love, and Light. ☮💖✨🇨🇦

Hey Alec Benjamin! I know you probably won’t see this but I checked my Spotify rapped for this year and I was the top 1% of your listeners for this year! I’m one of your biggest fans and I LOVE your music! I’ve been listening to your songs since around 2019 or 2018 😁

You're music just has a vibe to it that, well, I can't really place. It makes me feel fluffy, like I'm lying in a cold pile of snow. It sounds like triangles bouncing off of circles. It sounds like light purple and emerald green bubbles. It sounds like hatch shading with a mechanical pencil. It makes me feel like a cloud and I love it :)

We will be with you every step of the way, I'm very proud of you, alec, glad to have you. 💘

For me, this is his most beautifully written and composed song

I have to say I prefer the old production over this one. But still - this song is amazing. Thank you~! 💚

This song here is the one that got me into your music, hearing it after 6 years again with all of the improvements and skills you've learned over those 6 years is absolutely amazing!

This recording is so beautiful, and it shows how far Alec has come. This is one of my favorite songs of his. Fun Fact because I'm bored: I was in the top 0.1% of Alec's listeners on Spotify in 2022, with 2,245 minutes listened :D

I was playing this song while talking to somebody, that made the moment turn into a memory I can’t forget. I remember everything, it’s been months. I left that person, on a not good note, but also not a bad note. Now I really wish I would just forget every memory I have of them. But that makes me remember more. I don’t know how to forget. I just want to

OH GOD i remember buying this when it first came out on itunes... i miss you alec

I’ve been waiting six years for this song it reminds me so much of my life! Thank you!!! Hope all is well for everyone!

OH MY GOD!!! I’ve waited years for this and I’m so happy!!!! And to think I was technically in this music video….I was at your concert in Detroit!! I loved it and I can’t wait to come back to one of your concerts. Honestly your music feels like home.

i love you, thank you. "when you trap yourself inside" that's so freaking relatable.

His voice its just something else and take me to another planet

I remember hearing this song so many years ago and it brings back so many amazing memories. I’ve been here since your first official song and I will continue on until your last! So proud of you

This was one of the very first song I listened to by Alec. The video with the paper drawings animation is the specific video I listened to on UKposts for this song, it always appeared, and I always listened to it. It was so beautiful, singing along and just feeling the words. So proud it’s finally out. An official song, not just a demo. Very happy you’ve decided to “finish” it per se. You never cease to amaze Alec, thank you

Hopefully End of the Summer gets released on spotify alongside of this!

the strings at the end... beautiful! well done!

This song is so nostalgic for me and it's so cool to hear another version after you have grown musically

Who wants to get in 2024 !!?🧐

Also Alec, you should definitely create a song about being the middle child and feeling neglected and forgotten. I feel that many would be able to relate to that, but you are the famous musician sooo. Anywhoo, you are my favourite artist and I love your music sooooo muchhhh ❤

I hope you realize how many SOULS you've touched Alec!! I've never related to anyone's music more. 💙

Been waiting for this to be properly released since 2014 ☝🏽

Your songs comfort me 💞

You were my cousins favorite singer. She died 6 days after this song was released. May she fly high🕊️

I first heard this song at his concert and I fell in love with the song as soon as I heard it! I’m so glad he released it

It's been a while but always needed this song. The feelings, the nostalgic feel, the love towards the girl, everything matches perfectly. Moreover, this feels so relatable when it comes to my life ~ I think most of ours. So badly needed this song on Spotify & other platforms. Just like the past few years, this song will be on my top favourites for my whole life. Thanks Alec for making such a masterpiece. ❤️

Such a masterpiece. I literally fell in love with this song at the first hear

Hello . I am Vietnamese . I hope you come here and have a concert in Vietnam 🙄. Your music is so good ❤️

This is the most beautiful song I've ever heard, the soft vocal gives me all the calm I need, you are absolutely stunning, we love you.

Cada canción de Alec es tan wow , no encuentro palabras para describir lo que siento cada vez que lo escucho solo se que amo sentirme así 💞

Alec, thank you so much for giving us this beautiful song with such real meaning, I loved it. ♥️

im superrr happy, i can finally add it to spotify

This was the first song I found of Alec's, and now he has become my favorite artist. It's so emotional and nostalgic for me now, I'm so happy. 😭❤

I love this!! I enjoyed the other beat but this one paired with the way you sang it just turned out so Beautiful!!! Thank you for finishing this song, Appreciate it King 🖤

Alec Benjamin's voice is so beautiful, i thought i heard all his songs and knew them from the top of my head, he creates amazing songs i cant think of, and hi imagination is limitless, i hope he continues to make these amazing songs, cause he is just the best singer!

Its one of my favourite songs of Alec's. I wish Spotify had "how it feels to be replaced" though

BRO I ALWAYS THOUGHT THIS WAS A FEVERDREAM IM SO GLAD ITS BACK UP

Thank you for finally releasing it! We’re all so grateful ❤

I heard the old version of this song this year! From the few experiences I have with people finished and reposting songs Im usually not a fan, but you managed to make it ever so slightly better than it already was. So much improvement. God bless💖

My God that voice is angelic

Alec, I know you probably won’t see this, but I want to thank you. You literally helped me through a breakup with someone I loved very much. I know this song doesn’t necessarily tie into this song but songs like “water fountain,” and “paper crowns”. Thank you so so much ❤

I’m obsessed with this song! 💕

His voice and lyrics always hit deep inside my heart♥️♥️♥️

Thank goodness you got the rights back to this song😭 I’m so happy you can move on and build this new era without anything holding you back! Forever in the army, a part of the cult, and a narratee💙

The second the song started playing the same exact second I got emotional 😭

I’VE ALWAYS LOVED THIS SONG, STILL LOVE IT NOW! Thank you for finally releasing it, I love you 🧡

One of my favorite songs of his!! I listened to the original all the time. I'm so stoked this is finally officially released and I love comparing how his voice has changed over the years. There's so much depth and emotion in these lyrics

We need Alec to do a concert in Canada soon!!!

Whoever reading this is feeling down today Turn that frown, Upside down You're amazing. There's only, & only ever will be One of you 🧡

You have no idea how badly I want Alec to rerecord all of his old songs

Qué emoción!! Que después de tanto tiempo sea oficial la canción, ojalá y los demás demos también sean oficiales en un futuro, son de mis canciones favoritas 👀🧡

Glad to be the first 1,000 to listen to this on Spotify, and the one of many 70,000 people at the time watching this!

It talks to me so much… Thank you, from Paris