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Harry Styles is a famous musician and his chart-topping hits are proof of the universal appeal of his music. Ever since his solo career debut in 2017, the 30-year-old has amassed an impressive discography.
Harry Styles’s songs, which are often described as a blend of pop, Britpop, new wave, and synth-pop amongst other genres, explore different themes, and more than a few have resonated with listeners as having emotional depth and deep lyrics.
From Falling to Matilda and Little Freak, this list explores the most emotional Harry Styles song to add to your playlist.
Disclaimer: This article reflects the writer's opinion only and is ranked in no particular order.
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7 Most emotional songs from Harry Styles to listen to in 2024
- Falling
- Little Freak
- Matilda
- Sweet creature
- Two Ghosts
- Boyfriends
- From The Dining Table
1) Falling
Falling is a critically acclaimed piano ballad that captures Harry Styles's vulnerability and emotional struggles dealing with a breakup. The song was released on March 7, 2020, as the third record from the former One Direction member's Sophomore studio album, Fine Line.
Complementing the soulfulness that emotes from the chords of the piano, the lyrics of the song narrate the singer's personal experience in a relationship.
The chorus gives an insight into his mental state post-breakup featuring lyrics like:
"What am I now? What am I now?/ What if I'm someone I don't want around?/ I'm falling again, I'm falling again, I'm fallin'/ What if I'm down? What if I'm out?/ What if I'm someone you won't talk about?/ I'm falling again, I'm falling again, I'm fallin"
Falling explains how uneasy it was for him to move on from the failed relationship, as he questions his sad reality. The second verse also explores themes of longing and regret.
"You said you cared, and you missed me too/ And I'm well aware I write too many songs about you/ And the coffee's out at the Beachwood Cafe/ And it kills me 'cause I know we've run out of things we can say," the One Direction member sings.
Falling peaked at number 62 and 34 on the Billboard Hot 100 and Rolling Stone Top 100, charts respectively.
2) Little Freak
Little Freak is a heartbreak record released on May 20, 2022, as the sixth song from Harry Style's eponymous album, Harry's House. The lyrics of the song are built on Harry Styles's thoughts about his former lover.
They explore the singer's thoughts on how he gradually tries to heal from a previous relationship, despite having flashbacks of his ex-lover. This feeling was expressed in the chorus:
"I was thinkin' about who you are/ Your delicate point of view/ I was thinkin' about you/ I'm not worried about where you are/ Or who you will go home to/ I'm just thinkin' about you/ Just thinkin' about you"
The song shares a glimpse of Harry Styles's journey through the relationship, painting scenarios with innuendos including a crystal ball, golf swing, and red wine, amongst others.
As the song progresses, he explains how he wasn't his true self all along, and also how he had his fair share of unreciprocated affection.
The third verse goes:
"I disrespected you/ Jumped in feet first and I landed too hard/ A broken ankle, karma rules/ You never saw my birthmark"
3) Matilda
Matilda is a Folk song released on May 20, 2022, as the seventh track from Harry Styles's 13-track album, Harry's House. Matilda narrates the sad story of an individual, whose childhood memories are synonymous with that of the popular fictional character of the same name created by Roald Dahl.
The first verse of the song encapsulates Matilda's carefree behavior towards life, which is a result of the not-so-child-friendly parental background she had while growing up. The lyrics of the verse reads:
"You were riding your bike to the sound of "It's No Big Deal"/ And you're trying to lift off the ground on those old two wheels/ Nothing 'bout the way that you were treated ever seemed especially alarming till now/ So you tie up your hair and you smile like it's no big deal,"
The record also talks about the need to not dwell on the past, and embrace positivity, even if it means distancing one's self from persons that could be of harm to one's mental health. This message was passed across through the chorus:
"You can let it go/ You can throw a party full of everyone you know/ And not invite your family 'cause they never showed you love/ You don't have to be sorry for leavin' and growin' up/ You can see the world, following the seasons/ Anywhere you go, you don't need a reason/ 'Cause they never showed you love/ You don't have to be sorry for doin' it on your own,"
Matilda peaked at number 9 on the US Billboard Hot 100 upon its release.
4) Sweet Creature
Released on May 2, 2017, Sweet Creature is the fifth song from Harry Styles's debut studio album, Harry Styles. The song analyzes the complexity of love, in which two young lovers faced with challenges in their relationship, take solitude in the idea that they are meant for each other despite every misunderstanding. The first verse goes:
"Sweet creature/ Had another talk about where it's going wrong/ But we're still young/ We don't know where we're going/ But we know where we belong,"
This acoustic ballad is also built on the concept of loyalty, trust, and dependency being a key factor in an ideal relationship. The lyrics of the chorus explain the ideology:
"Sweet creature, sweet creature/ Wherever I go, you bring me home/ Sweet creature, sweet creature/ When I run out of road, you bring me home,"
Sweet Creature ranked at number 46 on the United Kingdom singles chart.
5) Two Ghosts
Two Ghosts is a cross-genre type of song that adopts a country melody with a blend of rock music, and the sounds of a slide guitar. Released on August 7, 2017, Two Ghosts talks about two individuals trying to figure out what made their once rosy relationship turn chaotic.
The lyrics depict how two individuals who were once deeply in love, become strangers to each other. The first verse reads:
"Same lips red, same eyes blue/ Same white shirt, couple more tattoos/ But it's not you, and it's not me/ Tastes so sweet, looks so real/ Sounds like something that I used to feel/ But I can't touch what I see,"
The song’s lyrics also capture the excitement, fun, and joy that accompanied the start of the relationship, in contrast to the frustration, pain, and sadness that the singer is currently feeling.
The lyrics of the second verse reads:
"The fridge light washes this room white/ Moon dances over your good side/ And this was all we used to need/ Tongue-tied like we've never known/ Tellin' those stories we already told/ 'Cause we don't say what we really mean"
Two Ghosts peaked at number 18 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles chart.
6) Boyfriends
Released on May 20, 2021, Boyfriends is the 12th song from Harry Styles's most recent studio album, Harry's House. The funk record dwells on issues faced by individuals in toxic relationships. The song explores the singer’s perception of guys that take their partners for granted, through their manipulative schemes. The first verse says:
"Boyfriends, they think you're so easy/ They take you for granted/ They don't know, they're just misunderstanding,"
In the bridge, Harry Styles tries to capture the uncertainties and conflicting emotions in a failing relationship and analyzes how a typical toxic relationship takes its course.
"You're no closer to him/ Now you're halfway home/ Only callin' you when he don't wanna be alone/ Oh, and you go/ But why? You don't know," the singer sings.
Boyfriends claimed the number 30 spot on the Billboard 100.
7) From The Dining Table
From The Dining Table is the 10th and closing record from Harry Styles's self-titled debut album, Harry Styles. The track was released on May 12, 2017.
The lyrics of the Harry Styles song convey the singer’s emotions about a past relationship that ended on a sad note. The first verse encapsulates a battle with loneliness, and lack of companionship, leading to alcohol abuse.
The first verse goes:
"Woke up alone in this hotel room/ Played with myself, where were you?/ Fell back to sleep, I got drunk by noon/ I've never felt less cool,"
For the sake of closure, he admits his wrongs, as well as wishes for a response from his ex, so he can move on. The bridge conveys the message:
"Maybe one day you'll call me and tell me that you're sorry too/ Maybe one day you'll call me and tell me that you're sorry too/ Maybe one day you'll call me and tell me that you're sorry too/ But you, you never do/ Woke up the girl who looked just like you/ I almost said your name"
From The Dining Table peaked at number 1 on the Billboard 200 chart.
These Harry Styles songs convey emotions by painting vivid images of pain, joy, sadness, and passion through layered vocals and solemn melodies.
