Harry Styles has ignited excitement among fans by revealing his return to music after four years. The singer announced that his new single 'Aperture' will drop at midnight on Friday in the UK, coinciding with the release of an album by his former One Direction bandmate Louis Tomlinson.
Harry Styles, the 31-year-old pop star, confirmed his musical comeback on Instagram, sharing a photo from the recording studio. This marks his first new music since 2020, following a period of careful teasing that has built global anticipation.
The announcement came after a cryptic rollout. Earlier in the week, Styles launched a countdown clock on the website webelongtogether.co. When the timer reached 5 p.m. UK time, its hands pointed to the word “DISCO,” shortly before he went live to share more details. He revealed that his fourth studio album, titled KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY, is set for release on March 6. The album artwork features Styles dancing beneath a disco ball, aligning with mysterious posters that have appeared across major cities.
Adding to the buzz, the single 'Aperture' arrives on the same day as Louis Tomlinson's new album How Did I Get Here?, sparking talk of an unexpected chart battle among fans. Styles has dropped hints through various channels, including a nine-minute YouTube video and a surprise WhatsApp voice note where he sings “we belong together,” echoing his signature cryptic style from previous eras.
Social media erupted with reactions. Fans on X described the return as “the revival of pop music” and confessed they had “no idea how to act normal again.” Styles' bold re-entry underscores his enduring influence in pop, promising a vibrant chapter ahead.