Singer and global pop icon Harry Styles recently shared an unexpected personal story that surprised audiences during his appearance on Royal Court, hosted by Brittany Broski. The episode, released on February 25, featured the artist promoting his upcoming music, but it was a candid anecdote from his past that quickly became a talking point.
During the conversation, Broski asked Styles about unusual locations that could inspire songs, referencing his track Music for a Sushi Restaurant. In response, Styles unexpectedly mentioned a crematorium as a setting that had once sparked creative thought. He went on to recount a memory from his grandmother’s funeral, explaining how a particular moment left him caught between grief and an uncontrollable emotional reaction.
Styles recalled that as the ceremony began, the bell unexpectedly played The Long and Winding Road by The Beatles. The choice of music, while meaningful to some, struck him in a way that triggered laughter at an otherwise solemn occasion. He admitted that the reaction felt inappropriate and conflicting at the time, yet it highlighted how humour can sometimes emerge unexpectedly in emotionally intense situations.
Reflecting on the experience, Styles shared that the moment led him to think about how certain songs might feel out of place in such settings. In a lighthearted manner, he mentioned tracks such as Relight My Fire by Dan Hartman, Disco Inferno by The Trammps, and Ring of Fire by Johnny Cash as examples of music that might seem unintentionally ironic in similar circumstances. While the discussion was humorous in tone, Styles acknowledged the sensitivity of the moment and the complexity of emotional responses during grief.
The interview also served as a platform to promote his upcoming fourth studio album, Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally., scheduled for release on March 6. Styles described the title as reflective of a broader philosophy — balancing joy and celebration with the realities of everyday life. In earlier conversations, he noted that embracing both fun and introspection has shaped his outlook in recent years.
In addition to new music, Styles is preparing for his Together, Together residency tour, which is set to begin in Amsterdam this May. The extensive schedule will include performances in major global cities such as London, São Paulo, Mexico City, New York, Melbourne, and Sydney. Notably, the tour will feature a 30-date residency at Madison Square Garden, marking his only United States appearances during this run.
The residency is also expected to include guest appearances from artists such as Robyn, Shania Twain, Jorja Smith, Jamie xx, Fousheé, and Skye Newman.
Through this mix of candid storytelling, new creative projects, and a busy touring schedule, Styles continues to engage audiences with both personal honesty and artistic evolution.