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Harry Styles is one of the most popular and influential music artists of his generation. He has achieved global fame and acclaim as both a member of the boy band One Direction and a solo artist, with multiple chart-topping singles and albums, as well as a budding acting career. He is known for his distinctive voice, charismatic personality, and eclectic style, which have earned him millions of fans and admirers around the world12
Origins and Early Career
Harry Styles was born on February 1, 1994, in Redditch, Worcestershire, England. He grew up in Holmes Chapel, Cheshire, with his mother, stepfather, and older sister. He developed a passion for singing and music from a young age, and started performing in school and local events. He also formed a band called White Eskimo, which won a local Battle of the Bands competition12
In 2010, at the age of 16, Styles auditioned for the British reality show The X Factor, where he sang a rendition of Stevie Wonder’s “Isn’t She Lovely”. He was initially eliminated as a solo contestant, but was later brought back by judge Simon Cowell, who grouped him with four other boys: Niall Horan, Liam Payne, Louis Tomlinson, and Zayn Malik. They formed the boy band One Direction, which became one of the most successful acts in the history of the show and the music industry12
One Direction released five studio albums, Up All Night (2011), Take Me Home (2012), Midnight Memories (2013), Four (2014), and Made in the A.M. (2015), which all debuted at number one in the UK and the US, and sold over 200 million records worldwide. They also embarked on four world tours, and won numerous awards, such as six Brit Awards, four MTV Video Music Awards, and seven American Music Awards. Styles co-wrote several songs for the band, such as “Story of My Life”, “Night Changes”, and “Perfect”12
Breakthrough and Global Success
In 2015, One Direction announced their hiatus, and Styles pursued a solo career. He signed a recording contract with Columbia Records, and released his debut solo single, “Sign of the Times”, in April 2017. The song was a critical and commercial success, reaching number one in the UK and number four in the US, and was named the best song of 2017 by Rolling Stone12
Styles’ self-titled debut album, Harry Styles, was released in May 2017, and received positive reviews from critics and fans alike. The album debuted at number one in the UK and the US, and was one of the best-selling albums of the year. It showcased Styles’ diverse musical influences, ranging from rock, pop, folk, to soul. The album also spawned the singles “Two Ghosts” and “Kiwi”12
Styles embarked on his first solo world tour, Harry Styles: Live on Tour, which ran from September 2017 to July 2018, and covered 89 shows in 24 countries. He also made his acting debut in the 2017 war film Dunkirk, directed by Christopher Nolan, where he played a British soldier during World War II. The film was a box office hit and received critical acclaim, earning eight Oscar nominations12
In October 2019, Styles released his second solo single, “Lights Up”, which marked a new musical direction for him, incorporating elements of pop, rock, and R&B. The song peaked at number three in the UK and number 17 in the US, and was praised for its catchy melody and personal lyrics12
Styles’ second album, Fine Line, was released in December 2019, and was met with rave reviews from critics and fans alike. The album debuted at number one in the UK and the US, breaking the record for the biggest debut sales week by a British male artist in the US. The album also featured the singles “Watermelon Sugar”, which became Styles’ first number one on the Billboard Hot 100, “Adore You”, which reached number six in the UK and number seven in the US, and “Falling”, which peaked at number 15 in the UK and number 62 in the US. The album showcased Styles’ versatility and maturity as a songwriter and performer, exploring themes of love, loss, and self-discovery12
Styles embarked on his second solo world tour, Love On Tour, which was scheduled to run from April 2020 to October 2020, but was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He also collaborated with other artists, such as Lizzo, Stevie Nicks, and Stormzy, and appeared on the cover of various magazines, such as Rolling Stone, Vogue, and Variety. He also received several awards and nominations, such as three Grammy Awards, two Brit Awards, and an Ivor Novello Award12
Future Plans and Vision
In April 2022, Styles released his third solo single, “As It Was”, which served as the lead single for his third studio album, Harry’s House, which was released on May 20, 2022. The song was a massive hit, reaching number one in over 50 countries, and becoming the number-one song of 2022 globally according to Billboard. The song also received a Grammy Award for Song of the Year in 20232
Harry’s House was a groundbreaking album, which broke several records and received universal acclaim. The album debuted at number one in the UK and the US, and sold over 10 million copies worldwide in its first week, making it the fastest-selling album of all time. The album also featured the singles “Golden”, “Cherry”, and “She”, which all reached the top 10 in the UK and the US. The album showcased Styles’ creativity and innovation, blending genres such as pop, rock, funk, soul, and jazz. The album also received a Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 2023, making Styles the first British male artist to win the award twice2
Styles has also continued to pursue his acting career, starring in two highly anticipated films, Don’t Worry Darling, directed by Olivia Wilde, and My Policeman, based on the novel by Bethan Roberts. He has also launched his own clothing line, Harry’s House, which reflects his fashion sense and personality2
Styles has stated that he wants to keep challenging himself and exploring new sounds and styles, and that he hopes to inspire and empower his fans and the younger generation with his music and message. He has also expressed his support for various social causes and movements, such as Black Lives Matter, LGBTQ+ rights, and environmentalism. He is a true icon and role model for the modern era, and he is set to become a legend in the history of music.
