Strawberry Guy

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Strawberry Guy
Birth nameAlexander Morgan Stephens [1] [2]
Born (1996-05-09) May 9, 1996 (age 28) [3]
Wales
Origin Liverpool, England
Genres
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • keyboardist
Years active2018 (2018)–present
Labels Melodic

Alexander Morgan Stephens, better known by his stage name Strawberry Guy, is a Welsh indie pop musician currently based in Liverpool, England. [1] [4] He is best known for his 2019 single "Mrs Magic", which gained popularity via TikTok. [5]

Contents

Previously the keyboardist for The Orielles, Stephens began creating music as "Strawberry Guy" in 2018 and released his debut EP Taking My Time to Be in 2019. [6] [5] He released his debut album Sun Outside My Window in October 2021. [1]

Personal life

Stephens was born in Wales and relocated to Liverpool to attend the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts where he has remained since. [7]

Discography

Albums

EPs

Singles

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