Zara Larsson’s 2026 Hot 100 Comeback Fueled by Nostalgia and TikTok
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Zara Larsson rides a 2016 nostalgia revival into a 2026 Billboard Hot 100 resurgence, charting three concurrent songs—Stateside (with PinkPantheress), Lush Life, and Midnight Sun—thanks to a viral TikTok dolphin meme, retro visuals, and savvy collaborations; her Midnight Sun era also earns a Grammy nomination and boosts her U.S. touring momentum.
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