Zara Larsson joked about audience members throwing grapes at her in an early gig, a moment symbolizing her rise from small venues to major success, highlighted by her viral "Stateside" remix with PinkPantheress.

Zara Larsson shared a humorous reflection on an early, awkward performance where audience members threw grapes at her during a radio station gig, recalling the moment with laughter and pride. The memory, which she revisited on ABC’s 'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve' in December 2025, symbolizes her journey from playing small venues like IKEA parking lots to headlining major stages. Her current success is highlighted by the viral "Stateside" remix with PinkPantheress, which has drawn attention to both her artistry and the behind-the-scenes story of the music video’s creation.