Harry Styles' Latest Single 'Aperture' Marks a Joyous Shift in Direction
The 5-minute and 11-second single from Styles' upcoming fourth album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally, is an outlier in terms of length, but its loose, dancefloor-friendly vibe sets it apart from his previous work.
From minimalist electronic pulses to textured, psychedelic-influenced riffs, 'Aperture' builds upon a foundation reminiscent of early 2010s bands like Vampire Weekend and Yeasayer. Styles' voice is laced with light filtering, evoking the nostalgia of those bygone years.
However, it's not just the musical direction that has undergone a significant shift – so too have Styles' lyrics. Gone are the nervy, anxiety-ridden confessions of his previous singles; instead, we're treated to an endearing exploration of connection and community.
"Aperture" is less about crafting a tightly wound pop song than creating a sonic tapestry that invites the listener to immerse themselves in its world. From the opening electronic pulses to the sun-kissed pre-chorus and anthemic chorus, Styles' voice is woven seamlessly into the fabric of this dancefloor-friendly track.
The song's themes of belonging and unity are unmistakable – particularly in the soaring "We belong together" refrain that is sure to get crowds moving. While not radical or daring enough to alienate his fanbase entirely, 'Aperture' still marks a bold step forward for Styles, one that speaks to the enduring power of music as a unifying force.
Overall, "Aperture" finds Harry Styles in his element – crafting an infectious, dancefloor-friendly track that leaves listeners yearning for more.
The 5-minute and 11-second single from Styles' upcoming fourth album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally, is an outlier in terms of length, but its loose, dancefloor-friendly vibe sets it apart from his previous work.
From minimalist electronic pulses to textured, psychedelic-influenced riffs, 'Aperture' builds upon a foundation reminiscent of early 2010s bands like Vampire Weekend and Yeasayer. Styles' voice is laced with light filtering, evoking the nostalgia of those bygone years.
However, it's not just the musical direction that has undergone a significant shift – so too have Styles' lyrics. Gone are the nervy, anxiety-ridden confessions of his previous singles; instead, we're treated to an endearing exploration of connection and community.
"Aperture" is less about crafting a tightly wound pop song than creating a sonic tapestry that invites the listener to immerse themselves in its world. From the opening electronic pulses to the sun-kissed pre-chorus and anthemic chorus, Styles' voice is woven seamlessly into the fabric of this dancefloor-friendly track.
The song's themes of belonging and unity are unmistakable – particularly in the soaring "We belong together" refrain that is sure to get crowds moving. While not radical or daring enough to alienate his fanbase entirely, 'Aperture' still marks a bold step forward for Styles, one that speaks to the enduring power of music as a unifying force.
Overall, "Aperture" finds Harry Styles in his element – crafting an infectious, dancefloor-friendly track that leaves listeners yearning for more.
... i mean it's catchy and all but it feels like he's trying way too hard to be 'disco' - like, can't he just stick with what works? 
the lyrics seem pretty cheesy too ("we belong together"... yeah okay) 
still, gotta admit the vibe is infectious and his voice sounds really good on this track 
. Is this some kind of marketing ploy to get people talking? Where are the sources on how he came up with that idea? I need more info before I buy into it 
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. Where's the depth? The substance?
. Can't just take someone at their word without doing some digging 
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i mean, who knew he had such a deep voice? 
. i've been listening to it on repeat since it dropped and i'm already planning my playlist for summer rave parties 
. can we talk about that disco vibes tho? 
Another pop star trying to make us forget about climate change, I mean... Harry Styles is at it again with this new single 'Aperture' 
. It's like he's trying to distract us from the fact that our planet is literally burning 
. The song's got a catchy beat and all, but let's be real, we've been there done that with his previous stuff too 
. And don't even get me started on the lyrics... "We belong together" yeah right 
. The way his voice just floats over this infectious beat is pure magic 
. I think what really gets me, though, is how this song feels like a collective hug – it's all about finding your tribe and feeling like you belong 
The song's vibe is so infectious and it feels like he's finally found his groove after a few missteps in the past 
. The lyrics are really relatable too, it's like he's tapping into that feeling of community and connection we all need sometimes 
. And can we talk about how gorgeous the production is?! 
. I'm not gonna lie, I was skeptical at first but this song has won me over 
! he's totally shifted gears from his earlier work to something more disco-inspired & psychedelic, which is SO refreshing 
. i love how the lyrics are all about connection & community – it's like harry's finally found his tribe 
) to create something fresh but still true to himself. The way he's shifted his focus from anxiety-ridden lyrics to exploring connection and community is really inspiring. "We belong together" is such a feel-good anthem - it's easy to see why it'll get crowds moving! I'm curious to hear more of this new direction, though... will it be a full-fledged departure from his previous work or just another iteration?
the disco part at 5:11 is pure magic 
can't wait to hear the rest of the album 
and can we talk about how much i love the message of connection and community? it's so uplifting and needed in these times 
. I mean, who doesn't love a good 'We belong together' anthem? 
But what really gets me is how he's not trying to be too radical or edgy – he's just being himself and creating music that makes people happy 
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