[12], "Watermelon Sugar" is a rock,[13][14][15][16] funk-pop,[17][18] and indie pop[19] song with 1970s and soul elements. "[81] The music video has received over 100 million views on YouTube. [31] Savannah Walsh of Elle wrote about the song's meaning, asking the question "[is he] hankering for a refreshing summer treat or [is he] talking about cunnilingus," while USA Today's Patrick Ryan interpreted it as "Styles evocatively [recalling] a past fling and its sweet aftertaste. On 18th May, Harry Styles released the Watermelon Sugar music video and the internet practically exploded. 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[67] He puts the plate on the table and begins singing the opening lyrics of the song. [34], "Watermelon Sugar" received critical acclaim from music critics. In Greece, it debuted at 36 on 15 February 2020, however on 29 June, it peaked at number 6. [3] He uses long notes to get this message across and the last chorus showcases Styles' higher vocal register. It was the fourth track to be released from the record. watermelon sugar release date. It peaked at number fifty-four after the release of Fine Line and officially left the chart the following month. [1] It is also nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Pop Solo Performance.[2]. "[33] Writing for Idolator, Mike Nied commented on its lyrics, writing "references to sex are cleverly embedded in the lyrics so readers are able to fill in the blanks on their own. Styles has promoted the single with many live televised performances including on Saturday Night Live, Later... with Jools Holland and Today. "[70] In her review for Entertainment Weekly, Rosy Cordero wrote "Harry Styles is wishing he was back on the beach surrounded by beautiful people, deliciously colorful fruits, and no coronavirus. Libby Torres, Callie Ahlgrim, Paige DiFiore, Courteney Larocca and Kirsten Acuna of Insider wrote a positive review, giving the song an 8.2/10 and calling it Styles' fourth best song, praising his vocal performance and the song's concept. [7] "Watermelon Sugar" premiered at 23:30 ET on 16 November 2019 (4:30 UTC on 17 November) as the first promotional single from Fine Line, without any prior notice. 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[68] He wears an orange crochet tank, oversized blue sunglasses, bubblegum pink nail polish and his signature "HS" rings. [75][59] In her review for Evening Standard, Sara Feigin noticed a similarity to Styles' previous video "Lights Up" with the models surrounding him, while The Independent 's Ellie Harrison thought the beach was the same beach used by Styles' former band One Direction's video "What Makes You Beautiful". [71] The former outfit was inspired by a picture of Paul McCartney at a party. "Watermelon Sugar" was written by Styles, Mitch Rowland, and producers Tyler Johnson and Kid Harpoon. [76][77] Brittany Spanos of Rolling Stone and Savannah Walsh of Elle both called the video "colorful" and "beachy". "[42], Alicia Adejobi of Metro wrote "Styles has stirred all kinds of nostalgia for the summer with his sweet new track. [47] In a negative review from Consequence of Sound, Bryan Rolli called the song "plodding", while also writing it "commits the cardinal sin of being far less interesting than its title. After the release of Fine Line, "Watermelon Sugar" debuted at number thirty-eight on the ARIA singles chart in Australia; later reaching a new peak of twelve in its fifth week. 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"[79] Flare's Katherine Singh wrote "we'll never be able to look at a watermelon the same again" and "[the video] is pretty much poised to be the video of summer 2020. How well did the song do in the UK charts? Exclusive. [60] It was directed by Bradley & Pablo and filmed in Malibu, California on 30 January 2020. "[70] In her review for Entertainment Weekly, Rosy Cordero wrote "Harry Styles is wishing he was back on the beach surrounded by beautiful people, deliciously colorful fruits, and no coronavirus. It comes from the 2019 album Fine Line. 1", "Harry Styles confirms his ex-girlfriend features on Fine Line album and fans think it's Camille Rowe", "French VS Angel Camille Rowe Talks Trampolining, Trump And Her Supermodel Beauty Tricks", "Kiwi walked so Watermelon Sugar could run", "Harry Styles' 'SNL' Performances Featured His "Watermelon Sugar" Debut", "Harry Styles releases new song 'Watermelon Sugar' after hosting SNL", "Harry Styles Releases New Song "Watermelon Sugar" From Upcoming Album Fine Line", "Is Harry Styles' 'Watermelon Sugar' Video Finally on Its Way? (Download the attachment and open the singles file), (Click on "Singel 2020" to see the year-end listings. [50], In Ireland, "Watermelon Sugar" debuted at number twenty-four on the Irish Singles Chart in November 2019, before reaching number four on the chart in June 2020. It was originally written in September 2017 while Styles was on a day off from Harry Styles: Live on Tour. [53] In New Zealand, the song debuted at number thirty-three and has so far peaked at number four. *hint* Make sure you're listening to The Zoe Ball Breakfast Show at 7:30am on Tuesday for your chance to join us this #FriendsRoundFriday! You'll get to meet Harry Styles, Stephen Fry, and Steve Coogan, and bop along as Harry performs right in front of you and a pal! [64], Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it was revealed that the video had been delayed from its original release. [34], "Watermelon Sugar" received critical acclaim from music critics. [29] According to Styles, the song is about the initial euphoria and excitement when one first starts seeing someone. [20][44] Writing for Now, Rea McNamara compared it to Jeanette Winterson calling it "sexual, grown-ass and tender" as well as comparing the vocal melody to "Sing It Back" by Moloko. It was the fourth track to be released from the record. Harry Styles has released his latest single, ‘Watermelon Sugar’, after debuting the track on Saturday Night Live last night (November 16). [89] Styles performed the song on 28 February 2020 at the Music Hall of Williamsburg in Brooklyn as part of a secret session with Sirius XM and Pandora. Styles wrote the song with Mitch Rowland and the song's producers, Tyler Johnson and Kid Harpoon. [64], Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it was revealed that the video had been delayed from its original release. [35] Ana Clara Ribeiro of Medium complimented Styles' vocals and the song's production, as well as praising its differences from everyday pop songs. After its official single release in May 2020, "Watermelon Sugar" re-entered the chart at number thirty-five; later ascending to a new peak of four in August 2020, becoming the second highest charting single from the album. 1", "Harry Styles confirms his ex-girlfriend features on Fine Line album and fans think it's Camille Rowe", "French VS Angel Camille Rowe Talks Trampolining, Trump And Her Supermodel Beauty Tricks", "Kiwi walked so Watermelon Sugar could run", "Harry Styles' 'SNL' Performances Featured His "Watermelon Sugar" Debut", "Harry Styles releases new song 'Watermelon Sugar' after hosting SNL", "Harry Styles Releases New Song "Watermelon Sugar" From Upcoming Album Fine Line", "Is Harry Styles' 'Watermelon Sugar' Video Finally on Its Way? [69] Styles is seen wearing a low-cut floral Hawaiian shirt with pearls and in other shots a sweater vest with a retro collared shirt. "[31], In November 2019, "Watermelon Sugar" debuted at number thirty-five on the UK Singles Chart, giving Styles' his third UK top 40 single at the time. [88][17] It was performed by Styles on Today at Rockefeller Center on 26 February 2020. Styles promoted it with a meme generator on his website that has various lyrics from the song over a watermelon inspired background. [45] Paste's Ellen Johnson called it Fine Line 's most "traditional" song as well as comparing its bassline to Prince. [87] On 14 February 2020, he gave a live radio performance on BBC Radio 2's The Zoe Ball Breakfast Show and on 25 February 2020, he performed it as part of his NPR Tiny Desk Concert. Harry Styles is wishing he was back on the beach surrounded by beautiful people, deliciously colorful fruits, and no coronavirus. Styles wrote the song with Mitch Rowland and the song's producers, Tyler Johnson and Kid Harpoon. In doing so, Styles became first British artist to top on the Hot 100 with a single that did not top the UK Singles Chart after Adele's single "Set Fire to the Rain" in 2012 and the first British male to match the record since Jay Sean with his single "Down" in 2009. [56] The single also topped the Mainstream Top 40 chart on the issue dated 8 August 2020, becoming the singer's second single after "Adore You" to top the chart, remaining at the summit for seven consecutive weeks. Harry Styles. [113], sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. [18] The following day, he performed it in another secret session, this time with iHeartRadio at the Bowery Ballroom in New York City. [11] The song later impacted contemporary hit radio in Australia on 15 May 2020, as the album's fourth official single and was also sent to radio in Italy, the United Kingdom and the United States. 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