Louis Tomlinson is an English singer-songwriter known for his work as a member of One Direction and his successful solo career.
Born Louis Troy Austin, he changed his name to Louis William Tomlinson after his mother remarried.
Tomlinson was a member of One Direction, one of the best-selling boy bands of all time, contributing significantly to their songwriting.
Biography
Early Life
Louis William Tomlinson was born on December 24, 1991, in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England. He grew up in a large family, taking on the surname of his stepfather, Mark Tomlinson, after his biological father left when he was an infant. Louis attended The Hayfield School and later Hall Cross School, where he developed a passion for music through participation in school productions, notably playing Danny Zuko in "Grease." His early experiences included working various jobs, including at a Vue cinema and Doncaster Rovers football stadium, which shaped his determination to pursue a career in music.
Career
Tomlinson's career took off when he auditioned for the British singing competition "The X Factor" in 2010. Initially a solo artist, he was placed into a group with four other contestants, forming the globally successful boy band One Direction. The band became one of the best-selling boy bands of all time, with Tomlinson contributing significantly as a songwriter, credited with the most writing credits among the group. After the band's hiatus, he launched a solo career, releasing his debut album "Walls" and subsequent albums like "Faith in the Future" and "How Did I Get Here?" His music has evolved from pop to a more rock-oriented sound, drawing inspiration from artists like Arctic Monkeys and Oasis.
Philanthropy
Beyond music, Tomlinson is known for his philanthropic efforts. He has supported various charities, including Believe in Magic, which aids terminally ill children, and has participated in fundraising events like Soccer Aid for UNICEF. His commitment to social causes is evident through his donations and public support for movements such as Black Lives Matter, showcasing his dedication to making a positive impact beyond his musical career.
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Discography
How Did I Get Here?2026
- 1.Lemonade3:10
- 2.On Fire2:48
- 3.Sunflowers4:00
- 4.Lazy2:22
- 5.Palaces2:48
- 6.Last Night2:49
- 7.Broken Bones2:58
- 8.Dark to Light3:12
- 9.Imposter2:38
- 10.Sanity3:09
- 11.Jump the Gun2:58
- 12.Lucid4:26
- 13.The Observer2:50
- 14.The Answer2:05
LIVE2024
- 1.The Greatest (live from London, 17 November 2023)3:49
- 2.Face the Music (live from Nashville, 18 July 2023)2:50
- 3.Bigger Than Me (live from Vancouver, 26 June 2023)3:45
- 4.Holding On to Heartache (live from Barcelona, 6 October 2023)4:05
- 5.We Made It (live from Manila, 16 July 2022)3:29
- 6.Chicago (live from Chicago, 15 June 2023)3:58
- 7.Fearless (live from Rio, 27 May 2022)5:38
- 8.Common People (live from Sheffield, 10 November 2023)2:48
- 9.All This Time / She Is Beauty We Are World Class (live from Munich, 22 October 2023)8:29
- 10.Walls (live from Buenos Aires, 21 May 2022)3:55
- 11.Written All Over Your Face (live from Budapest, 15 September 2023)2:48
- 12.Out of My System (live from Brisbane, 30 January 2024)3:38
- 13.Saturdays (live from Paris, 14 October 2023)5:56
- 14.Silver Tongues (live from Krakow, 10 September 2023)4:08
Faith in the Future2022
- 1.The Greatest3:02
- 2.Written All Over Your Face2:41
- 3.Bigger Than Me3:41
- 4.Lucky Again3:28
- 5.Face the Music2:49
- 6.Chicago3:52
- 7.Common People2:59
- 8.Out of My System2:18
- 9.Angels Fly3:36
- 10.Saturdays4:25
- 11.Silver Tongues3:25
- 12.She Is Beauty We Are World Class3:39
- 13.All This Time2:57
- 14.That’s the Way Love Goes2:31
Walls2020
- 1.Intro (track by track)0:05
- 2.Kill My Mind (track by track)1:23
- 3.Don’t Let It Break Your Heart (track by track)1:15
- 4.Two of Us (track by track)1:40
- 5.We Made It (track by track)0:53
- 6.Too Young (track by track)0:54
- 7.Walls (track by track)1:46
- 8.Habit (track by track)1:27
- 9.Always You (track by track)1:21
- 10.Fearless (track by track)0:34
- 11.Perfect Now (track by track)1:02
- 12.Defenceless (track by track)0:46
- 13.Only the Brave (track by track)0:46
Imposter2026
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Lemonade2025
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Palaces2025
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Bigger Than Me2022
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Out of My System2022
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Silver Tongues2022
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Walls2020
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Just Hold On (live)2020
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Two of Us2019
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Kill My Mind2019
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Two of Us (acoustic)2019
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Back to You2017
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Just Like You2017
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Miss You2017
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Just Hold On (remixes, pt. 1)2017
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Just Hold On (remixes, pt. 2)2017
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Just Hold On (Remixes)2017
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Miss You (Luca Schreiner remix)2017
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Just Hold On2016
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Label
- Record label
- Syco Music
- Record label
- Columbia Records
- Record label
- Epic Records
- Record label
- Arista Records
Groups
Played together with
- Band Aid 30One Direction · 2014–2014 · original
Harry StylesOne Direction · 2010–2015 · original
Liam PayneOne Direction · 2010–2015 · original
Niall HoranOne Direction · 2010–2015 · original- The X Factor Finalists 2010One Direction · 2010–2010 · original
ZAYNOne Direction · 2010–2015 · lead vocals, original
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: Louis Troy Austin, Louis William Tomlinson
Louis William Tomlinson is an English singer-songwriter. Born and raised in Doncaster, England, Tomlinson auditioned for British singing competition The X Factor as a solo artist in 2010, where he and four rejected solo contestants were placed into a group which became the British-Irish band One Direction, one of the best-selling boy bands of all time.
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