Harry Styles' ‘Aperture' review: Check reactions to singer's new single

‘Aperture’ is first single from album titled ‘Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally’

Nasir Arshad

January 24, 2026

Harry Styles’ new single Aperture is already sparking lively conversation among pop fans, with early reactions suggesting a track that may not be instantly explosive but is quietly winning people over.

On the popular pop-music Reddit forum popheads, listeners have been breaking down the song’s mood, structure, and unexpected choices, and the overall response feels curious, thoughtful, and cautiously enthusiastic.

One of the most common takeaways is how the song takes its time.

Several fans pointed out that the opening minute slowly pulls the listener in, setting a tone rather than rushing to a hook. As one listener put it, “The buildup in the first minute is great. I also really like the production throughout. But melodically this is doing nothing for me. Maybe it'll grow.”

That comment reflects a wider feeling that Aperture isn’t instantly catchy, but it might be the kind of song that reveals more with repeat listens.

Others were surprised by how relaxed the track feels.

“Very funky and good, but a lot more chill than I expected,” one fan wrote, suggesting that those expecting a bold, high-energy lead single may need to reset their expectations.

Instead, many described the song as smooth, laid-back, and immersive.

“I love how vibey it is and it's over 5 minutes!” another user said, highlighting both the atmosphere and the song’s length as positives.

The runtime itself became a talking point.

In an era where short, streaming-friendly tracks dominate, some fans appreciated Styles going in the opposite direction.

“And I really appreciate that he releases a 5 minute long single when it's so common for artists to make songs that are only 2:30 long nowadays,” one comment read, praising the creative choice.

There’s also a sense that Aperture might not be designed to lead an album cycle, but that doesn’t seem to bother fans.

“it’s not giving lead single but i’m very here for this sound!!” summed up that sentiment.

Overall, the mood on popheads leaned optimistic, with one simple comment capturing the bigger picture, “Loving music this year already.”

Taken together, the reactions suggest Aperture is a grower rather than an immediate crowd-pleaser, offering a chilled, vibey sound that’s prompting fans to listen closely and sit with it a little longer.