![]() ![]() In 2013, they released a mash-up of 'One Way or Another' and 'Teenage Kicks' for Comic Relief, during which time they went to Ghana as volunteers at a hospital. ![]() One Direction recorded their second album 'Take Me Home' in Stockholm, and released it in 2012 alongside the number one singles 'Live While We're Young' and 'Little Things', the latter of which they performed at the Royal Variety Performance. That year the band performed their debut single at the 2012 Summer Olympics closing ceremony in London. During that year, they went through a courtcase (which they subsequently won) after being sued for having the same name as another band in the US. They supported Big Time Rush during their first tour of the US, and their 2012 album 'Up All Night' became the first British group to top US charts with a debut album. While they finished third, they signed to Simon Cowell's Syco Records.Ĭareer: One Direction topped the UK charts with their debut single 'What Makes You Beautiful' in 2011 and subsequently signed with America's Columbia Records. They failed to make it through to live shows individually, and so were put together as One Direction by the judges. The band members are Niall Horan, Liam Payne, Harry Styles and Louis Tomlinson.įormation: Niall Horan, Liam Payne, Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson and Zayn Malik auditioned as solo singers in the seventh series of 'The X Factor'. As for One Direction, fans can rest assured that Niall, Liam, Harry and Louis are hugely excited about the future of the band.One Direction are a British boyband who appeared in the 2010 series of talent show 'The X Factor'. I have seen him grow in confidence and I am truly sorry to see him leave. Since I first met Zayn in 2010, I have grown very, very fond – and immensely proud – of him. Simon Cowell says: “I would like to say thank you to Zayn for everything he has done for One Direction. We’re looking forward to recording the new album and seeing all the fans on the next stage of the world tour.” The past five years have been beyond amazing, we’ve gone through so much together, so we will always be friends. One Direction say: “We’re really sad to see Zayn go, but we totally respect his decision and send him all our love for the future. I know they will continue to be the best band in the world.” I know I have four friends for life in Louis, Liam, Harry and Niall. I am leaving because I want to be a normal 22-year-old who is able to relax and have some private time out of the spotlight. ![]() I’d like to apologise to the fans if I’ve let anyone down, but I have to do what feels right in my heart. But, after five years, I feel like it is now the right time for me to leave the band. Zayn says: “My life with One Direction has been more than I could ever have imagined. Niall, Harry, Liam and Louis will continue as a four-piece and look forward to the forthcoming concerts of their world tour and recording their fifth album, due to be released later this year. The band’s full statement, from their Facebook:Īfter five incredible years Zayn Malik has decided to leave One Direction. If you don't get the confirmation within 10 minutes, please check your spam folder. Click the link to confirm your subscription and begin receiving our newsletters. For your security, we've sent a confirmation email to the address you entered. ![]()
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