Harry Styles' Sign of the Times Reached New Chart Peak
The track climbed to number 37 on the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart this week.
Updated on Sept. 19, 2026 in Pop
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Harry Styles has seen his 2017 hit Sign of the Times reach a new peak of number 37 on the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart. The song previously held a record high position of number 38.
Why it matters
The movement reflects enduring international interest in Styles' catalog years after his initial solo debut. This performance on global charts highlights the sustained streaming activity for his older tracks.
The song rose from position 41 to 37 on the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart and climbed from 56 to 53 on the Billboard Global 200. Additionally, the song American Girls moved from 198 to 183 on the Global 200.
The players
Harry Styles
He is a global recording artist who first rose to fame as a member of the boy band One Direction before launching a successful solo career.
The details
Sign of the Times, originally released following his self-titled debut in 2017, continues to see chart action alongside newer work such as the 2026 album Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally. The artist is currently supporting these efforts with a tour that has expanded to include over 100 shows.
Timeline
May 2017 marked the release of the artist's debut solo album.
March 2026 saw the release of the album Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally.
August 2026 was when the track reached number 46 on the Global 200.
September 19, 2026, is the publication date of this report.
Industry Dynamics
The resurgence of catalog tracks on global charts follows the ongoing trend of legacy music remaining competitive in the streaming era. This performance underscores how artists with long-running tours maintain visibility across the broader Billboard rankings.
Fans can continue to stream the artist's extensive catalog through major global platforms that contribute to these weekly chart calculations. Concert-goers can also track the expanded tour schedule as more than 100 dates become available for attendance.
The takeaway
Legacy catalog tracks often experience renewed interest years after their debut due to consistent global streaming habits. Listeners can monitor chart movements to see how older hits remain relevant alongside new album releases.
Further reading
For more on the latest trends in global music rankings, explore the Pop section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Forbes.
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