Harry Styles wants every one of his fans to experience a watermelon sugar high.
The Grammy-winning artist, who made brief appearances this year primarily for solo events like running the Tokyo Marathon and attending the election of Pope Leo XIV, has now embarked on an unusual venture – marketing adult toys.
In simpler terms, the former member of One Direction, whose personal care brand is called Pleasing, declared on July 24 that they are extending their product line. This extension includes a dual-function vibrator priced at $68 and a 3-ounce bottle of lubricant labeled as The Pleasing Lube, which retails for $25.
On July 23rd, the individual himself subtly endorsed the brand’s upcoming project by reposting a video sneak peek of their new materials on his personal Instagram Story. Additionally, he was featured in an advertisement for the products, which were scheduled to launch first at a pop-up event in New York on July 25th. The commercial aired the day after this announcement.
In the video, instead of using his mobile phone, Harry picks up a traditional landline telephone. Before jotting down a note, he hastily scrawls a message on a notepad. Then, he articulates, “Go ahead and do as you please, with genuine conviction.
2021 saw the inception of “Pleasing” brand, born from Harry’s unique style of sporting nail polish. Yet, the “As It Was” crooner hinted at its future trajectory after selling out the initial stock of nail polish, lip balms, creams, and apparel, suggesting a broader range of products to come.
In 2021, Harry shared with Dazed: “When people are joyful and radiant, they emit a certain glow. That’s what I believe our products achieve – they assist in making you feel beautiful.
It’s not unexpected that the artist known for “What Makes You Beautiful” is well-versed on that topic. In fact, he has demonstrated his understanding of sexual pleasure through his music as well. This is evident when he humorously explained the real meaning behind his hit song “Watermelon Sugar” during a concert in 2021.
Harry subtly shared that the song is primarily about the joy and beauty of living, adding with a wink, “However, there’s also an underlying theme about female pleasure, but let’s keep that separate from the main topic.
Harry has demonstrated that there’s a delicate boundary of feats beyond his reach. Continue reading to uncover more intriguing details about the music sensation…
Harry Styles hails from the town of Evesham, Worcestershire, born on February 1, 1994, to parents Anne Cox and Desmond Styles. He has an elder sister named Gemma, who joined their family in 1990.
When my son was just an infant, our family relocated to Holmes Chapel, located within the county of Cheshire, and it is said that his very first spoken word was “cat,” as recounted by me.
He found his childhood hometown, a village with approximately 5,000 residents, rather “unexciting” yet “charming” or “attractive.
In the autobiography “Dare to Dream,” Harry remembered an unusual instance of tears when his parents informed him and Gemma about their separation. This event took place when he was seven years old.
He admitted, “It seems I didn’t fully grasp the situation; I was simply overwhelmed because my parents would no longer be together.
Des and Anne resided together for an additional two years before Des relocated and Anne transferred Harry and Gemma to the rural town of Northwich in Cheshire. Eventually, as Harry grew into his teenage years, they found themselves once more settled in Holmes Chapel.
For more than ten years, Anne was with Robin Twist before they got married in 2013. On that special day, Harry had the honor of escorting his mother and served as the best man during their ceremony.
By general consensus, Harry was a child who craved attention, had a knack for creativity, and naturally excelled as an entertainer, whether it was through singing or impromptu performances like running through a train station in his underwear. He found thrill in participating in school plays, and the classic rock music he enjoyed with his father on weekends – bands such as Elvis Presley, The Beatles, Pink Floyd, and Queen – greatly influenced his musical preferences.
Louisa Jepson’s 2013 biography, titled “Harry Styles—Every Piece of Me,” reveals that Harry Styles made his first recording using a karaoke machine given to him by his grandfather, singing Elvis Presley’s “The Girl of My Best Friend.” Over time, Coldplay, John Mayer, and Noel Gallagher became some of his favorite artists.
When Harry joined a band at age 14, his initial plan was to master the bass. However, since they already had a bass player, he found himself becoming the vocalist instead. They dubbed themselves White Eskimo, and eventually triumphed in their school’s Battle of the Bands competition. The victory not only brought them a £100 prize but also opened doors for their first gig, which was playing at a wedding.
In 2010, Anne shared with Now magazine that her son is not at all modest. She mentioned that he has always had the ability to make people laugh, and she believed that his talent would lead him to a career in performing arts.
Harry earned a little extra scratch—£6 an hour—working at W. Mandeville bakery on Saturdays.
In 2013, his former boss, Simon Wakefield, stated to The Mirror that “He was undoubtedly the most courteous staff member we’ve ever encountered.” This was when Styles returned to the shop to film scenes for One Direction: This Is Us. “The customers genuinely grew fond of him,” added Wakefield.
Wakefield added, “The store experienced a surge of young women during Harry’s employment. On occasion, as many as twelve would flood in simultaneously. Occasionally, a group of twenty girls still drop by to snap photos of the shop. He was an exceptional worker who handled various tasks such as serving customers, maintaining the back area, cleaning the floors, washing dishes, and sanitizing the counter.
Anne was the one who ended up sending Harry’s X Factor application in when he got cold feet.
The 16-year-old stated, “Others say I have a good voice, but it’s usually my mom,” when he tried out for ‘The X Factor’ in the spring of 2010. He sang Stevie Wonder’s “Isn’t She Lovely” a cappella during his audition. “I aspire to sing and if those who can help me pursue that career think I shouldn’t, it would be a significant obstacle in my path.
To put it another way, although Harry didn’t advance to the final or even the second-to-last round of boys on the show, they chose not to eliminate him from the competition.
By a twist of events, Simon Cowell and Nicole Scherzinger, standing in for Cheryl Cole, contemplated pairing Harry up with other budding soloists: Liam Payne, Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, and Louis Tomlinson.
In the 2013 documentary One Direction: Going Our Way, Scherzinger modestly admits that while she won’t directly claim credit, she played a significant role in creating something magical, often without receiving recognition for it. (Louis Walsh, on the other hand, was the judge who famously failed to recognize Harry Styles.)
It was Harry, however, who came up with the group’s name.
He remembered saying on CBS Sunday Morning in 2017, “It seemed appealing to me,” he added. “We brainstormed some ideas for a while, and truthfully, I can’t recall exactly who suggested it. I proposed it, and the response was positive. It stuck with us, and that’s how it became known.
Essentially, Zayn shared on Phoenix’s Hot 97.5 FM in 2012 that the group brainstormed several names, and Harry was the first to propose one of them. He sent it over as a text message, and we all thought, “Yeah, that sounds great, it’s neat.” There were a few rather awkward suggestions from Liam…Oh, I remember another one! It was USP—Unique Selling Point.
In October 2010, One Direction hit the X Factor stage live for the first time.
Anne admired Harry, saying, “Even though I’m his mother, he truly is an exceptional young man, and he’s displaying exactly the same characteristics at home that I see.” She expressed this praise towards him during his performance on the show.
When Harry left for the X Factor house, I advised him, “Stay authentic, Harry, avoid becoming arrogant. Remember, you’ll need to unload the dishwasher when you return home.
Despite being destined for this profession, Harry experienced anxiety attacks prior to performing live shows as depicted by Alice Montgomery in her book “Harry.” Occasionally, he would even vomit beforehand, and over time, he resorted to consuming sparkling mineral water and performing breathing exercises to calm himself down.
Before achieving success in life, One Direction didn’t win The X Factor in December 2010; instead, they placed third. Matt Cardle, the series seven winner, and Rebecca Ferguson, who finished second, were ahead of them.
In reminiscing about his time in primary school, as reported by biographer Louisa Jepson, Harry once stated that he had friendships with both girls and boys. He wasn’t the type of boy who thought poorly of girls or disliked them; rather, he was friendly with almost everyone.
In simpler terms, Harry’s bandmate Will Sweeny shared with the Daily Star that “Harry had a few girls he was seeing even in elementary school. It was quite amusing. Starting from the fourth grade, around age 10, Harry began dating seriously. He always seemed to have an extraordinary charm with women throughout his life.
In an interview with The Sun, Louis Tomlinson playfully jabbed at his friend Harry, mentioning that the main challenge of living together was the unending parade of women entering their shared space. He said it was “incessant.” (It’s worth noting that Louis was in a relationship with Eleanor Calder during this time.)
Dad Desmond made it clear to Jepson that when his son became serious about a woman, he was entirely devoted to just one.
Harry values safety significantly. In an interview with OK! in 2012, he shared, “The first time I had intimate moments, I was concerned about unintended pregnancy.” He continued, “Even though we took precautions, my fear was there. It’s irresponsible to become complacent and assume everything will be alright.
Following their victory on “The X Factor” in 2011, Harry openly expressed his interest in both Frankie Bridge, who was 22 and a member of The Saturdays, as well as Caroline Flack, the 31-year-old host of the additional show “The Xtra Factor,” which is associated with “The X Factor.
He shared that his affection for Frankie, whom he fell in love with when she was a member of S Club Juniors around the age of 8, has been ongoing. Back then, he had posters of her and dreamt about kissing her. Among all, Frankie and Caroline Flack are his favorites due to their attractiveness. Following the interview, he expressed on The X Factor website, “If Caroline Flack happens to read this, could she please say ‘hello’ from me? She’s stunning!
In October 2011, Harry and Caroline met up at a party following a show, which was held at London’s W Hotel. They departed the venue together, but as reported by Alice Montgomery, no specific incident transpired between them on that particular evening.
In her 2015 memoir, Storm in a C Cup, she wrote that we were both unattached, we got along nicely and shared some good laughs. However, things took a turn for the worse once our relationship became public knowledge. Initially, it was all quite lighthearted. He would make playful jokes about being drawn to older women.
Despite maintaining that they were merely friends, enthusiastic fans of One Direction asserted their claims over Harry. This situation led to Flack expressing on Twitter, “I have a close friendship with Harry. He’s one of the kindest individuals I know. I don’t warrant receiving death threats.
“Flack off, Caroline,” read a banner on display at a 1D concert.
In this situation, neither admirers nor critics have stopped commenting on the significant 14-year age difference. When asked about this issue by Now, Flack responded, “I find it difficult to comprehend when people call it disgusting.” He continued, “I don’t believe it is. What I find peculiar is that some individuals focus on the negative aspects immediately. If two people are compatible and enjoy each other’s company, why would others see a problem in it?
1D was on the brink of global fame, but secretly, they ended their relationship in early 2012.
In a 2012 episode of iCarly, Harry from One Direction joined the rest of the band. During their appearance, they were supposed to perform as themselves. However, after drinking from Carly’s water bottle, Harry mistook something for “jungle worms”. This was problematic because the doctor had warned Carly that she might still be contagious and not to kiss or interact closely with anyone yet. Despite getting better later, Harry continued to pretend he was still ill so that Carly would continue taking care of him.
Finally, Harry recovers well enough, allowing One Direction to perform their hit song “What Makes You Beautiful” again.
In modern times, snippets of this particular historical instance can still be found on YouTube and Twitter, such as this gem from 2013: “In case you feel overlooked, remember that Harry Styles declined a kiss with Miranda Cosgrove in the original script for the One Direction episode of iCarly.
Back in 2012, Justin Bieber shared with the Daily Mirror that one of the world’s most famous artists finds Harry extremely attractive. However, he was asked to keep this under wraps following the Kids’ Choice Awards where Taylor Swift and Styles were present.
Harry expressed his admiration for Swift to Seventeen that summer, stating, “She’s truly remarkable and incredibly gifted.” He added genuinely, “In truth, there isn’t a kinder individual.
Despite not being expected to endure, Taylor was present at One Direction’s debut at Madison Square Garden in December (Harry was showered with bras, underwear, and surprisingly, an iPhone), and for a brief period, they were the royalty of pop music. From their public outing in Central Park, to their rapid visit to Harry’s hometown Northwich, to their unfortunate trip to the Caribbean that concluded with Taylor on a boat, all by herself.
In 2017, Styles shared with Rolling Stone about their NYC park date, “Looking back at photos from that day, I reflect: Relationships can be challenging at any stage of life. And when you’re 18, trying to figure out the complexities, it only makes things more difficult. After all, being a teenager comes with its own awkwardness. You’re on a date with someone you admire deeply. One would think it should be straightforward, right? It was an enlightening experience. But fundamentally, I just wanted it to be a regular, uncomplicated date.
Speaking about his songs “Out of the Woods” and “Style,” which are thought to be about him, Styles remarked, “I consider myself fortunate if they played a role in crafting those songs. That’s what resonates emotionally. Those are the things that are hardest to express, and they’re the topics I discuss least. That’s the part that’s about the relationship between two people. I’ll never reveal everything.
Asked if he had anything to tell Swift, he mused, “Certain things don’t work out. There’s a lot of things that can be right, and it’s still wrong. In writing songs about stuff like that, I like tipping a hat to the
time together.
Harry likes snowboarding.
A source revealed to TopMob News in January 2014 that Harry and Kendall Jenner were enjoying each other’s company, following their encounter in Mammoth Lakes. At the 2013 American Music Awards in November, Kendall herself confirmed they were friends, adding that she found him appealing.
Harry also likes swimming.
This marked the beginning of a multi-year, back-and-forth friendship between Styles and Jenner, which has seen them travel from Southern California to destinations like Anguilla and St. Barts together.
In an interview with Rolling Stone in 2017, he didn’t explicitly mention names, but hinted at a more recent connection that could have been Kendall. He said, “She plays a significant role in the album. At times, you want to subtly acknowledge them, and other times, you want to give them the entire acknowledgment…and pray they understand it’s meant solely for them.
Indeed, it’s important to clarify that the photographs you may have encountered throughout the years, showing Harry and Louis (or Larry, as some referred to them) engaged in a kiss, are actually false depictions.
On the Australian show, Sunrise, as he examined a magazine image showing him and Tomlinson kissing, Styles pointed out, “That’s been digitally altered,” or simply put, “It wasn’t real.
Louis stated that both he and Niall had experienced this situation as well. He explained that when someone finds themselves in the center, they are often removed from there. It’s quite smart, he noted.
Back in 2014, it was Harry who proposed, during their time at the London studio (quite reminiscent of The Beatles), that One Direction could possibly consider a brief hiatus.
He shared with Rolling Stone that he didn’t want to overuse our fan base. If someone is only looking at things briefly, they might think, “Let’s just keep touring,” but we valued the group too much not to prevent that. You recognize when you’re tired and you don’t want to undermine people’s faith in you by continuing to perform.
In March 2015, Zayn, who had been dealing with anxiety and relationship troubles with Perrie Edwards (as rumors swirled about his infidelity), decided to end things prematurely and departed from the band. His friends concurred with this decision.
Back in August, as a die-hard One Direction devotee, I eagerly awaited their announcement about taking a break. It was a bittersweet moment, knowing that this hiatus was inevitable, but still hoping against hope. The last time I saw them live was on Halloween night, 2015, at the Sheffield Arena in Britain. That night was downright chilling for every loyal One Direction fan like me.
In reaction to Zayn Malik labeling One Direction’s music as unappealing for romantic settings, such as during a dinner date aimed at making an impression on a lady, Harry chose to respond tactfully.
In conversation with Rolling Stone, he expressed regret for how he felt, yet he always hopes the best for anyone pursuing their passion.
If you’re not finding pleasure in something and feel the need to attend to another task, by all means, go ahead. It’s great that he’s pursuing what he enjoys; best of luck to him!
He clarified to RS that instead of composing ‘stories,’ he chose to write about his own experiences for his first solo album titled “Harry Styles”. What mattered most to him was being truthful, as he had not done so previously.
That being said, the game was on when it came to figuring out what, or who, he was singing about.
Harry expressed, “I prefer to maintain a distinction between my professional life and private affairs. I find it beneficial to keep things organized in this manner, not because I aim to prolong my career or create some enigmatic persona, but simply because I want to retain my individuality. When I return home, I still feel like the same person I was at school. It’s unrealistic to expect that if you expose everything. My work life and personal life are separate realms, and navigating between them is something I enjoy immensely. It’s fascinating to me.
He shared with RS that the song is narrated as if a mother was experiencing labor complications while giving birth. She’s informed that her child is healthy, but she won’t survive. In those final five minutes, she imparts her strength and wisdom to her child, telling it to go out and conquer.
Harry Styles’ hair, regardless of its length, has consistently been one of his most striking physical features. In 2017, British Vogue analyzed a photo of Harry’s dressing table before he took the stage in Paris one night and found seven hair care products, along with a bottle of Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille, a Diptyque candle, and Sunday Riley face oil.
According to Vogue beauty editor Lisa Niven, it’s quite entertaining that Harry maintains a beauty regimen similar to an astute brand-conscious beauty editor. She praises his use of Ouai hair products and the Sunday Riley oil specifically, which she adores. Furthermore, she adds, who wouldn’t include a Diptyque candle on their list of requests?
Prior to re-emerging to promote his solo work, it was merely a few million individuals who took notice of him sporting a new hairstyle.
He confessed to Vogue, “For some time, I felt extremely exposed.” He continued, “Ultimately, I decided to shave my head. The choice wasn’t difficult; I ended up turning the shorn hair into a wig instead.
Indeed, Harry actually possesses four nipples. Two extra ones are situated underneath the usual pair that he has.
During his time with One Direction, Harry stood out in snug trousers and a disheveled T-shirt like none other. However, since then, he’s been seen sporting sharply tailored suits (or at least slacks and an impressive jacket), among other daring styles. Furthermore, he has been featured in two Gucci advertising campaigns.
In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Styles shared that he believes Shania Twain had a significant impact on both music and fashion trends. He expressed his admiration for her by saying, “Absolutely, she’s incredible.
Wait, what?
In the 90s, Mom Anne frequently played songs by Norah Jones and Savage Garden, alongside Shania, while Dad Des was educating his son about rock ‘n’ roll music at home.
At the same time nurturing his musical aspirations, Harry stepped into the silver screen for the first time in Christopher Nolan’s epic World War II action drama, “Dunkirk,” released in July 2017. This movie earned a total of eight Oscar nominations and took home three wins.
In an interview on ITV’s This Morning, Styles was asked who he found harder to audition for between Nolan and Simon Cowell. He replied that it was likely Nolan, as “he doesn’t say anything at all. He just sits in the darkness at the back of the room… It’s intense because you perform your audition and then spend hours worrying if people liked you or not.
At least he could rest assured that Nolan wasn’t giving him special treatment.
The director admitted to not fully realizing Harry’s fame earlier, as his children often discussed him. However, he emphasized that he chose Harry for the role due to his excellent fit and merit, stating that he genuinely deserved a spot in the production.
Styles admitted that walking onto the set of a big-budget war epic was a bit intimidating at first.
In a conversation with The Big Issue, he expressed that the initial astonishing factor was the vastness of the film production process. On the first day, simply stepping onto the set left him in awe. For his debut film, it was quite a challenge for him to stay afloat, not just metaphorically speaking.
In one of the intense scenes, Harry Styles’ character, British Army soldier Alex, nearly drowned while filming and performing the scene. He reportedly thought to himself, “I can’t hold my breath for much longer,” which undeniably added to the authenticity of the situation. Just a day before he arrived in France to begin shooting, they inquired if he knew how to swim. The scenes required quite a bit of swimming, and it seemed as though they were asking, “If we make you swim endlessly, will you ultimately drown?
And…he’s funny, too.
In 2017, Harry was quite active promoting his music and surprisingly took over as host for James Corden on The Late, Late Show. He even managed to tackle American political humor convincingly. He repeated this role in 2019. Interestingly, years ago when house-hunting in Hampstead Heath, England, Harry stayed for nearly two years at the residence of Ben Winston, executive producer of The Late, Late Show, and his wife Meredith. He slept on a mattress in their attic.
He was away a lot, being a major pop star, but still.
Styles explained to RS that he was too timid around Meredith to have guests over, but Winston countered by saying, “He wasn’t always by himself. It was thrilling to see the parade of famous celebrities who would stay in the attic. Or he’d join us. We never talked about business. He seemed unbothered that he had just performed for 80,000 people three consecutive nights in Rio de Janeiro.
In 2017, Harry Styles took on the role of Mick Jagger during his musical guest appearance on Saturday Night Live when Jimmy Fallon was the host. Later in July 2018, on The Tonight Show, he expressed interest in hosting that show as well. Fallon obliged, inviting him to take a seat behind the desk after feigning collapse.
Styles returned to SNL as host and musical guest in 2019 and crushed it.
The initial 13-episode run of the TV show “Happy Together,” which is CBS’s first collaboration with Harry Styles as an executive producer, has been terminated.
In July 2018, when his first solo tour came to an end, it sold approximately 990,000 tickets across 89 shows. A significant portion of his earnings, along with donations from Live Nation and the GLSEN PRIDE campaign, amounted to $1.2 million, which was then contributed to various charitable organizations.
After claiming his first Grammy for “Best Pop Solo Performance” in 2021 with “Watermelon Sugar,” nothing could bring Harry down. Two years later, he garnered consecutive awards for his third solo album, “Harry’s House.” These included the prestigious titles of Best Pop Vocal Album and Album of the Year. Upon receiving the latter, he expressed his gratitude, saying, “Things like this don’t happen to people like me often, and it feels incredibly nice.
Apart from being a Grammy winner, Harry also holds the distinction of being the first solo male to appear on the cover of Vogue in 2020.
Apart from composing his own tunes, Harry also contributed to the creation of songs for other artists. For instance, he co-wrote “Just a Little bit of Your Heart” with Ariana Grande, as well as the tracks “Someday” featuring Meghan Trainor and Michael Bublé.
Harry Potter, known for his music and acting careers as well as his role in ‘Don’t Worry Darling’ directed by Olivia Wilde, once considered other professions. In an interview with Ellen DeGeneres in 2020, he revealed that if not a singer, he would have chosen to be a florist. Another profession that caught his interest was physiotherapy. During a 2020 episode of BBC Radio 2’s ‘The Zoe Ball Breakfast Show’, he shared that he had always wanted to be a footballer but wasn’t good enough, so he aspired to become a physiotherapist. However, after a career day at school, he was told there were no jobs in physiotherapy, leading him to pursue a career in music instead.
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