When Harry Styles stepped into the BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge back in 2020, no one quite expected the pop prince to trade in his usual velvet croon for a blast of Lizzo-fueled funk. But that’s exactly what he delivered — a playful, swaggering cover of “Juice” that still lives rent-free in fans’ minds years later.
Dressed in a retro outfit that looked like it time-traveled straight from a 1970s roller disco, Styles brought undeniable charm and cheek to Lizzo’s already-iconic anthem. Backed by a full band complete with punchy horns, tight grooves, and glimmering synths, Harry didn’t just sing “Juice” — he owned it. With every hip swing and sly grin, he blurred genre lines and gender norms in the most delicious way.
From the very first line — “Mirror, mirror on the wall, don’t say it ‘cause I know I’m cute” — Harry leaned into the song’s sass and self-love with total commitment. And it worked. The confidence was magnetic. The falsetto was smooth. The attitude? Impeccable. He wasn’t impersonating Lizzo — he was honoring her spirit with his own flavor, and that’s what made it special.
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The band, too, deserves their flowers. The groove was tight, the rhythm infectious, and the energy electric. Even the studio lights seemed to bounce in time with the bassline. And let’s not forget the internet-shaking moment when Harry — smiling mid-song — looked into the camera and let out a cheeky “Ya-ya-ee!” Fans screamed. Twitter melted. Lizzo herself reposted it with hearts and fire emojis, sealing her stamp of approval.
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This performance was more than a clever cover. It was a celebration — of confidence, camp, cross-genre admiration, and the pure fun of music. Harry’s rendition reminded everyone that great songs have no boundaries, and pop can be a playground when the right artist steps in with love, flair, and just the right amount of glitter.
Years later, “Harry Styles covering Juice” isn’t just a Live Lounge moment — it’s a cultural crossover that still sparks joy every time it resurfaces online.
