Zara Larsson Recalls Crowd Members ‘Throwing Grapes at Me’ During a Performance: ‘It Felt So Medieval’

Swedish pop sensation Zara Larsson recently took a humorous trip down memory lane, recalling a rather tumultuous performance from the early days of her career. The singer, now 28, shared this nostalgic moment with her followers in a TikTok video, recounting an incident where audience members hurled grapes at her while she belted out her hit song, “Lush Life.”

In the video, which emerged online earlier this week, Larsson reflected on the “crazy” experience at a radio station event approximately ten years ago. During this time, she was still establishing herself in the music industry, having just released her popular track. The clip, stitched together with Larsson’s own commentary, shows her reminiscing about that fateful day, describing how memorable it was because of the unexpected grape-throwing antics of the crowd.

Larsson’s recollection was both light-hearted and revealing, as she shared, “I remember it so well because this is the day where the kids in the back were…Listen, I’ve been on every stage.” The singer went on to enumerate her diverse performance history, which included everything from modest gigs outside IKEA and in malls, to schools and colleges. She expressed her determination to seize any opportunity to perform, stating, “If there was a stage and an opportunity to perform, hey, it’s what I do, you know?”

However, the concert that day took a bizarre twist, with Larsson humorously noting that “these f—ing kids in the back” were throwing grapes at her while she was trying to entertain. She likened the experience to “ducking tomatoes” on a tiny stage, underscoring the surreal nature of the moment with laughter. To fully illustrate the absurdity of the performance, Larsson pretended to dodge grapes as she sang an excerpt of her 2016 track, “Never Forget You,” adding a playful touch to her reflection.

Despite the chaotic incident, Larsson showed her appreciation for her fans, quipping, “Thanks for supporting though, queen. Look at us now.” This statement highlights her journey from the challenges of early gigs to her current success, with a loyal following that fills venues across the globe.

Now, Larsson is enjoying a fruitful chapter in her career. She is currently on the sold-out U.S. leg of her Midnight Sun Tour, which is set to run until April 12th in Houston. The turn of events in her career has seen her break into the charts with three of her songs making an impact on the Billboard Hot 100: “Lush Life,” “Midnight Sun,” and “Stateside,” the latter of which features fellow artist PinkPantheress.

The collaboration with PinkPantheress has been particularly fruitful, with their track recently crowned the number one song on the Global Spotify chart. Celebrating this achievement on social media, Larsson enthusiastically acknowledged her collaborator, saying, “You’re listening to the #1 song in the world right now…Thank you for having me on your already perfect song, wiiii!!!”

In a recent interview, Larsson expressed her admiration for PinkPantheress, describing her as “cute” and “very talented.” She highlighted not only the artistry of the younger musician but also her authenticity, praising her for being “unapologetically herself” and for navigating her career on her own terms.

As Zara Larsson continues her journey as a successful artist, the light-hearted memories of her early days—a time marked by unexpected challenges like grape hurling—serve as a reminder of how far she has come. With a thriving career and a packed tour schedule, she stands as a testament to resilience and dedication in the music industry.