Which Niall Horan Songs Are About His Ex Hailee Steinfeld And Girlfriend Amelia Woolley?

Irish singer and songwriter Niall Horan has captivated fans with his music even after One Direction's hiatus. And just like any other artist, his songs also reflect his relationships.

Niall's second studio album, "Heartbreak Weather," which was released in March 2020, made fans wonder if the tracks on the album shed light on his past relationship with singer-actress Hailee Steinfeld. Their romance began in February 2018. Unfortunately, the couple called it quits in December of the same year, leaving fans craving for details about their breakup.

Three years later, Niall started teasing his fans with hints about his third studio album, "The Show," released in June 2023. Although Niall's relationship with Amelia Woolley is mysterious, the singer confirmed in an interview with ET Canada that the love songs on his new album were dedicated to his current girlfriend.

Updated October 2024: This article has been updated to reflect the most current information regarding which Niall Horan songs are about his ex Hailee Steinfeld and girlfriend, Amelia Woolley.

8 Is Niall Horan's Song "Bend the Rules" About Hailee Steinfeld?

Niall Horan's album, "Bend the Rules" is a concept album, not anything about Hailee Steinfeld

In his song "Bend the Rules," Niall Horan talks about the narrative of a girl who hides something from him, leading fans to speculate that it may be referring to his ex-girlfriend, Hailee Steinfeld.

Horan explained that the track explores "...that initial phase of a relationship when trust is not fully established."

He later clarified with The Sun, what his album was about.

"'Bend the Rules'" is not particularly personal."

Niall went on to say, "Slowly the album became a concept album and was less about me and more about different relationships and maybe that feeling that at the start of a relationship, you're not that trusting and this song kind of talks about, when I call you up, you might miss a name out when I ask you who's around, and you're not breaking the rules, but you're kind of bending them…"

7 Niall Horan Wrote "Put A Little Love On Me" After His Split With Hailee Steinfeld

Fans speculated that "Put a Little Love On Me" was about Hailee Steindeld given the timing of when the song was written and the resemblance of the actress to Hailee in Niall Horan's music video

"Put a Little Love on Me" is widely considered one of the most melancholic tracks on Niall Horan's "Heartbreak Weather" album.

During an interview with The Sun, Niall revealed the inspiration behind the song.

"Put A Little Love On Me" I wrote when it was raining, and it's like, 'I'm sad, we're finished, put a little love on me'. It was one of those ones which was a tough write."

Niall continued, saying, "It was very early, and it was very raw when I was writing it, but I think one of my favorite songs I've ever written."

Fans were quick to speculate and suggest a possible connection to his previous flame in this song. The reason behind this stems from the presence of a girl in the song's music video who resembles Hailee.

6 Is Niall Horan's "San Francisco" About Hailee Steinfeld?

Fans speculate "San Francisco" is about Hailee Steinfeld as the city by the bay is where the two really started their relationship

Niall called "San Francisco" a song that captures the essence of "relationship beginnings and the desire to revisit those early moments." Interestingly, several incidents suggest that this particular song might be inspired by Hailee.

During 2017, the duo coincidentally participated in the Jingle Ball Tour simultaneously, and the crowd observed them spending time together at an event called Christmas in the Park, just before the San Francisco performance.

"'San Francisco' was a tough write too," Niall told The Sun.

"It was based on the start of the relationship and wanting to go back to where it started. The song was called 'Take Me Back' but I changed it to "San Francisco" because the song is basically about San Francisco and the area."

5 Niall Horan Wrote "Everywhere" About Hailee Steinfeld

Niall Horan wrote "Everywhere" about Hailee Steinfeld as he was seeing her image everywhere after the two broke up

In the song "Everywhere," Niall shared the experience of constantly encountering Hailee's presence wherever he goes. The tracks on "Heartbreak Weather" made him reflect on his past relationships.

The Irish singer explained to The Sun, "'Everywhere' is after that, when you're walking around, and you feel like you absolutely see that person everywhere you go and in my case, I was seeing that a lot."

"You feel like you see them on the tube and feel like you see them everywhere you go. It was one of the first things I wrote down because that's one of the feelings that you get when you go through something like that, you feel like you see that person all the time..."

4 Niall Horan's "Heaven" Was Inspired By His Relationship With Amelia Woolley

Niall Horan is believed to have written "Heaven" about Amelia Woolley after a press conference where he explained the meaning of the song

In February 2023, Niall unveiled his latest song titled "Heaven," leaving numerous fans speculating that it drew inspiration from his relationship. The song essentially portrays Niall's intense attraction towards someone (Amelia Woolley), with lyrics that express his willingness to experience the ultimate satisfaction of "dying in your kiss."

Shortly after the song's release, the Irish crooner candidly shared his thoughts about the track in a press release, providing insight into its creation and meaning.

"There's so much pressure for people to hit certain milestones by a certain age... But I've never conformed to those ideas, and so I wanted to write about how we all should just focus on enjoying our lives and doing what feels right, instead of worrying about what might be expected of us."

3 Niall Horan's "You Could Start A Cult" Was Written For Amelia Woolley

Niall Horan admitted that he was very much in love when he wrote "You Could Start a Cult"

During an interview with Bustle, Niall Horan revealed that his song "You Could Start a Cult" served as a metaphor for being deeply and passionately in love. When asked if he was indeed in such a state of love, Niall affirmed, "That's absolutely correct."

While the inspiration behind "You Could Start a Cult" stemmed from a true-crime series that he and Woolley watched together, it also encapsulates his profound affection for his girlfriend, Amelia Woolley.

Niall explained to Rolling Stone Magazine that he always strives to write unconventional material like that and then challenge himself to transform it into a song that is not as dark as its title suggests.

"It's about… not the desperation feeling, but the 'I think you're the best f*****g thing in the world feeling, and 'if you started a cult, I'd follow you into the fire.'"

2 Niall Horan Sings About Falling In Love With Amelia Woolley In His Tracks "If You Leave Me" And "Never Grow Up"

"If You Leave Me" and "Never Grow Up" speak to how Niall Horan would feel if Amelia Woolley would leave him as well as the fact that he wants to spend a lifetime together with her

Niall's upbeat song, "If You Leave Me" delves into the deep-seated apprehension of losing someone dear, vividly expressed through lyrics like "Promise that you'll remain by my side" and "I hope you realize that by leaving, you're condemning me to a life of despair."

On the other hand, the fourth track in his album, "Never Grow Up," carries a more nostalgic tone. Niall sings, "I hope we age gracefully, yet retain our youthful spirit" to evoke a longing for preserving the essence of youthfulness, regardless of the passing years.

1 Is Niall Horan's "Must Be Love" About Amelia Woolley?

Niall Horan's song, "Must Be Love" speaks to how vulnerable and open his is in his relationship with Amelia Woolley due to her love transforming him

Niall concludes his album with the captivating track "Must Be Love," a heartfelt composition that delves into intricate themes of vulnerability, self-discovery, and the transformative power of affection towards his girlfriend, Amelia.

On the album's closing, Niall delivers a straightforward yet impactful message to his listeners: regardless of the challenge life may present, your past encounters have endowed you with the strength to conquer any adversity. It's an uplifting message that sets the perfect tone for where Niall is with his relationship today.