On Saturday, fans of Harry Styles received a late Christmas surprise as the Grammy-winning artist ended his two-year silence with the release of a new music video titled ‘Forever, Forever’.
The 31-year-old singer, known for his Grammy accolades, stepped back from the music scene after concluding his ‘Love on Tour’ in 2023. Since then, he has been focusing on renovating his London home and pursuing acting opportunities.
During his break from the public eye, Styles refrained from releasing any new music or videos, leaving fans curious about his return to the limelight.
However, the wait is over as the former One Direction member unveiled a new music video just after Christmas, sharing it on his YouTube channel.
The 8:31 video shows Styles playing piano for a large audience during the final stop of his Love On Tour in Reggio Emilia, Italy.
This upload marks his first in two years, much to the delight of his fans.
One viewer humorously commented, “He got bored of running marathons and remembered he has a job,” referencing his recent charitable activities, while another jested, “Brother finally remembered his channel’s password.”
Another fan expressed hope for a deeper message, writing: “I choose to read this as Harry telling us ‘don’t worry, I’m coming back soon.’ Homies, let’s be ready for 2026.”
However, not all fans were convinced, with some expressing doubt about the video signaling a major comeback.
One skeptic wrote, “I feel like he just found this in his drafts somewhere and decided that this was exactly the right time to mess with us.”
Another speculated, “So he’s either giving us new music or announcing retirement.”
Others agreed, noting: “He’s about to make or completely ruin 2026.”
Styles took a step back from performing in July 2023, following the end of his successful global tour.
He indicated at the time that his break would be temporary, telling fans he’d return ‘when the time is right,’ suggesting a planned pause rather than an end.
During his time off, Styles focused on various projects, including resting, living privately, working on his brand (Pleasing), and recharging his creative energy to prevent burnout.
He also faced significant personal loss with the death of his One Direction bandmate, Liam Payne, who tragically passed away on October 16, 2024, after a balcony fall in Argentina.