Niall Horan opens up about the complex emotions he experiences watching his former bandmates dominate the music world years after their breakup One Direction .
Although the singer insists that he is proud Harry Styles и Louis Tomlinson , he admitted he feels "almost envious" when he sees them releasing music and touring stadiums.
However, this feeling isn't rooted in bitterness. On the contrary, Horan says, it motivates him to continue creating and building a long-term solo career.
Niall Horan says Harry Styles' success fuels his own ambitions. MEGA
Niall Horan, reflecting on his solo journey, discussed the enormous achievements of Styles and Tomlinson.
In an interview with the newspaper The Sunday Times The Irish singer admitted that watching the success of his former One Direction bandmates became a source of creative motivation for him.
«"Watching my friends release new tracks adds fuel to the fire; there's something almost envious about it," Niall explained. Rather than viewing this feeling negatively, he described it as inspiration, helping him focus on cultivating his own musical career.
The 32-year-old musician also made it clear that his path to success was intentionally slower than some of his bandmates who achieved explosive success.
«"My solo career has developed gradually, and that's the whole idea, because the goal is longevity: my favorite artists have had careers that lasted 50 years," he said.
Horan added that while he enjoys quiet moments away from the spotlight, music remains an integral part of his identity. "I love walking my dog, but this is what I was born to do," he said.
Horan discusses the possibility of a One Direction reunion.
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As expected, Niall Horan was also asked if a One Direction reunion would ever be possible.
The group, who rose to international fame after appearing on The X Factor in 2010, announced an indefinite hiatus in January 2016, with each member pursuing solo projects.
While fans continue to speculate about a return, Horan admitted there are no definitive answers. "God knows, look at Harry, look at Louis, they're at the peak of their popularity, so God knows, but everyone still asks about it, it's so exciting," he said.
In recent years, questions about the band's future have intensified following the tragic death of Liam Payne in October 2024. Payne died at the age of 31, reportedly after falling from a hotel balcony in Argentina.
The singer's funeral marked the first public reunion of all surviving members of One Direction since the band's breakup. Horan, Styles, Tomlinson, and Zayn Malik attended the touching ceremony together.
Zayn initially left the group in 2015, several months before the remaining members announced their hiatus.
Despite ongoing reunion rumors, sources have previously reported that tensions remain between Styles and several of his former bandmates.
Niall Horan praised Styles despite rumours of discord.
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Despite ongoing rumors of tension within the former group, Horan has publicly supported Harry Styles' music career.
Horan previously praised Styles' return with the single "Aperture" during an appearance on Hits Radio. Asked about the track, the singer, known for the hit "Kiss You," said, "I'm really excited for him.".
Horan added that it was a "completely" different sound than what fans might have expected.
He also called the track a "hit," praising Styles for taking creative risks and a new direction.
Clips of the interview were widely shared on social media, with fans praising the friendly exchange and calling it another example of the former band members supporting each other.
Horan is preparing new music amid Styles' success.
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Harry Styles has become a rising star among the members of One Direction after releasing albums such as "Harry Styles," "Fine Line," "Harry's House," and most recently, "Kiss All The Time. Disco Occasionally.".
Over the years of her career, the singer has received three Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year and Best Pop Performance for the song "Watermelon Sugar.".
Styles is also currently in the midst of his massive "Together Together" world stadium tour, which includes a historic 12-date performance at Wembley Stadium this summer.
While Styles is taking stadiums around the world by storm, Niall Horan is gearing up for his own massive release.
The singer plans to release his fourth studio album, "Dinner Party," on June 5, following the success of 2023's "The Show.".
Niall Horan jokes about missing Harry Styles' wedding
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Horan recently fueled interest in his friendship with Harry Styles by joking that he would not attend the star's proposed wedding to actress Zoe Kravitz.
Styles is reportedly engaged to Kravitz after a whirlwind eight-month romance, and the actress was recently photographed wearing a large diamond ring.
During an appearance on New Zealand's The Edge Breakfast radio show, Horan was asked if he had any "big events" planned, such as weddings.
As The Blast reported, he initially responded casually: "A couple of my friends are getting married, so that's going to be a lot of fun.".
However, when the hosts hinted they were referring to Styles, Horan quickly caught on. "Okay, no, no, no. I get it now. No, just my friends… I'm not going, if that's what you're asking," he replied. After the hosts expressed disappointment, Horan joked, "I'm a very busy man.".
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