The former One Direction star, 32, is midway through a 10-night run at Amsterdam's Johan Cruijff Arena, where the latest leg of his world tour began on May 16.
Styles has faced mounting criticism from some concertgoers over the stage's large walkway structures, which circle the stadium floor and have reportedly obstructed views for sections of the audience.Â
Addressing the criticism during Saturday night's concert in Amsterdam, Styles explained the thinking behind the stage design directly to fans.
"The reason why we made the stage like this is because I wanted to be in it with you.
"I wanted to be as close to as many of you as possible, because that's what this tour is all about."
"It's about being together, having fun together, sharing a moment together, dancing together, being with your friends, being with strangers, getting swayed with your friends, getting swayed with strangers.
"That is how I made this album and that is how I would like you to listen to it tonight."
The backlash comes during another hugely successful touring era for Styles, who continues to remain one of the world's biggest live music draws following the global success of As It Was and the continuing cultural impact of One Direction.
His comments followed days of online criticism from fans attending the Amsterdam shows, with some claiming they were unable to properly view Styles for large portions of the concert because of the elevated bridges surrounding the stage.
One fan described the stage set-up on social media as "the worst of all time", while another called the design "offensive" because of restricted sightlines from certain areas inside the stadium.
Following the backlash, organisers confirmed adjustments would be made for the remaining Amsterdam concerts and future dates.
Organisers said they had "heard concerns from some fans regarding sight line obstructions".
"Measures are being taken to alter the front bridges for the remaining gigs in Amsterdam and next month's concerts in London."
