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India Today
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Zayn Malik hints at facing racism during One Direction days in new song
Pop-star Zayn Malik recently opened up about facing racism during his One Direction days. Zayn teased a snippet of his upcoming song along with handwritten lyrics of the song, titled 'Fuchsia Sea'.The snippet soon became viral, not only for its emotional depth, but because of this one particular line that read, "Cause I worked hard in a white band, and they still laughed at the Asian". However, there were no clear indications of whom the 'they' are referred to in the song. Many speculated that the 'Pillowtalk' singer is taking a dig at the out the promo here: (Video Credit: Instagram/zaynmalik)Reacting to the lyrics, fans made their assumptions, with one writing, "Zayn Malik deserves the biggest apology. I am so serious you people make me sick (sic)". (Credit: X/JADEBEYLICIOUS) Another wrote, "Cause I worked hard in a white band, and they still laughed at the Asian. Left a Blue mark on a white flag. Then used blood for the painting." YES Zayn Malik speak up. I think these few lines have more words, more artistry than one direction's whole discography, (sic)." (Credit: X/zwiftiebaby) Zayn's journey with One Direction has always been far from straightforward. The band, which catapulted to global fame in the early 2010s with chart-toppers like 'What Makes You Beautiful' and 'Best Song Ever', officially disbanded in group, comprising Zayn Malik, Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, and the late Liam Payne, briefly reunited in November last year to mourn Liam's untimely death at the age of 31. It marked the first time in years that the remaining members were seen together in for Zayn, he announced his first-ever solo tour following the split in 2024. Called, 'Stairway to the Sky' tour, it kicked off in October and spanned 11 cities, including Las Vegas, Washington DC, and with 'Fuschia Sea' on the horizon, Zayn seems ready to embrace his voice more fully than ever before.- Ends
Yahoo
31-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Zayn Malik Gave Louis Tomlinson the Sweetest Shout-Out at His L.A. Show
Any 1D fans who attended Zayn Malik's L.A. show on Wednesday night got quite the surprise, because another ex-One Direction bandmate made a guest appearance: Louis Tomlinson. During the "Pillowtalk" singer's Stairway to the Sky Tour stop at the Shrine Expo Hall, Zayn informed the audience that the night was "kind of special," explaining, "An old friend of mine is here supporting me tonight." Louis Tomlinson attended Zayn Malik's show tonight in LA. — Pop Crave (@PopCrave) January 30, 2025 He went on to add, "I don't want to give his location away, but Louis is here tonight." Of course, eagle-eyed fans were quick to spot Louis in the balcony, where he was seen patting his chest appreciatively after Zayn's shout-out. Zayn pointing at Louis and Louis grabbing his chest at a respond 😭😭😭 — I SAW ZAYN AND LOUIS (@natau10_27) January 30, 2025 Zayn even dedicated his last couple of songs—'What I Am' and 'Alienated'—to his friend, and after the show ended, the pair was spotted leaving the venue together and entering a waiting car. Zayn and Louis left the venue together 🤘🏽 — Zayn Malik Updates (@ZaynReport) January 30, 2025 This is the first time Zayn and Louis have stepped out together in public since Liam Payne's funeral back in November, which they attended along with Harry Styles and Niall Horan. And while nothing has been confirmed yet, some fans believe this mini-reunion could be a sign that the remaining 1D members may put on a special performance at the Brit Awards in March, where Liam is set to be honored. Per an insider for The Sun, "The tribute to Liam at this year's awards show has caused a real buzz and speculation that the remaining One Direction bandmates could finally come back together again on stage. It would be an entirely fitting way to honor Liam and talks are already under way about how to make this segment of the Brits unforgettable." Time will tell whether that *actually* happens, but for now, I'm just happy to see my guys banding together. 🥹 You Might Also Like Here's What NOT to Wear to a Wedding Meet the Laziest, Easiest Acne Routine You'll Ever Try
USA Today
29-01-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Zayn Malik 'forgot how much I love doing this' as he returns to touring after 10 years
Zayn Malik 'forgot how much I love doing this' as he returns to touring after 10 years Show Caption Hide Caption Zayn Malik concert honors One Direction bandmate Liam Payne Zayn Malik's concert paid tribute to his former One Direction bandmate Liam Payne, who died after falling from a hotel balcony. LOS ANGELES — The last time I saw Zayn Malik on stage was the Sept. 13, 2014, One Direction concert at Pasadena's Rose Bowl stadium. A decade has now passed, and as he sent out his signature falsetto to permeate every corner of downtown LA's Shrine Expo Hall Tuesday night, it felt as if not much had changed in the 10-year break he took from touring. The now-32 year old, who is on the North American leg of his Stairway to the Sky Tour, still seemed most comfortable glued to the mic stand, his choreography limited to occasional fist pumps and waves to the adoring crowd. His near-angelic vocals still hold the power to mesmerize — and evoke shrill screams of delight. But unlike his latter years in One Direction, when he often appeared to want to be anywhere but on stage while still delivering some of the group's most impressive vocals, he now exudes warmth and enthusiasm for these fans who have remained loyal. Zayn: 'I forgot how much I love doing this' Maybe it was all the time he's spent away from the spotlight on his Pennsylvania farm, or perhaps it was the joys of fatherhood that have improved his mental health, which has prevented him from singing to crowds in the past. But I suspect fans' sustained enthusiasm for his work also played a role in getting him back on stage. After delivering a gospel-like version of his fan-favorite debut single from 2016, 'Pillowtalk,' Malik admitted he'd been 'nervous' to sing the track, one of his most-streamed songs to date. But he knew it was 'a long time coming' for his supporters. As hundreds of devotees screamed his lyrics back to him during the 75-minute set, and as he punctuated the end of almost every song with an excited exclamatory expletive, it was easy to believe Malik when he told everyone the show would be 'impossible without your love and support.' 'I forgot how much I love doing this,' he said. Malik's tour has dates through March with stops in Las Vegas, San Francisco and Mexico City, Mexico. Zayn keeps One Direction references to a minimum Since One Direction's Where We Are Tour wrapped at the end of 2014, the elusive British singer has put on a surprisingly limited number of live performances considering the volume of music he's released in his solo career. Following his crushing departure from One Direction in March 2015, Malik has largely eschewed live performances, instead putting out four studio albums (and soundtrack contributions to blockbuster films 'Aladdin' and '50 Shades Darker') with modest promotional efforts. That streak ends with this tour, whose setlist mostly pulls from 2024's 'Room Under the Stairs' but also brings in a handful of songs from his prior albums. Though he has songwriting credits in One Direction's five-album discography, Malik deviated from his former bandmates by not incorporating any of their music into his solo tour setlist. His boy band days did not get a shoutout during the performance, with the only nod to One Direction being a written tribute to Liam Payne, who died in October at age 31 after falling from a Buenos Aires, Argentina, hotel balcony, that said 'Liam Payne 1993-2024 Love you bro ♥' after Malik left the stage. 'It took a while to get back on stage' During his first of three LA shows, Malik acknowledged his fans went through a lot, including shows he'd canceled early in his solo career due to experiencing 'the worst anxiety of my career' as well as the postponement of this tour leg following Liam Payne's sudden death, to finally see him perform his sizable catalog. 'It took a while to get back on stage, but thank you for your patience,' he said. It seemed as if Malik's fans felt their 10 years of patience were worth it both in the loudest moments, when shrieks pierced the air when he shed his jacket, every time he hit a high note and even when he'd offer a brief wave. The feeling was also apparent in the crowd's silent awe, when attendees allowed his voice to soak into every cell of their body during the hauntingly beautiful 'iT's YoU.' It's possible that standing in a spotlight center stage is still not Malik's favorite place in the world. But it's clear he's found joy in music again — and his fans are more than eager to welcome him back.
