Members
- The X Factor Finalists 2010original · 2010–2010
Harry Stylesoriginal · 2010–2015
Liam Payneoriginal · 2010–2015
Louis Tomlinsonoriginal · 2010–2015
Niall Horanoriginal · 2010–2015
ZAYNlead vocals, original · 2010–2015- Band Aid 30original · 2014–2014
One Direction is an English-Irish pop boy band that formed in 2010 and quickly rose to fame.
The group was formed on July 23, 2010, during the British version of The X Factor.
Their debut album, "Up All Night," was released in 2011 and became a massive hit.
Biography
Formation
One Direction, often abbreviated as 1D, was formed on July 23, 2010, during the British singing competition The X Factor. The group consisted of five members: Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, Harry Styles, and Louis Tomlinson. Initially, all five auditioned as solo artists but were brought together by Simon Cowell after failing to progress individually. Their first performance as a group was an acoustic rendition of "Torn," which showcased their chemistry and talent, quickly making them fan favorites on the show.
Breakthrough and Success
Following their time on The X Factor, One Direction released their debut album, "Up All Night," in 2011, which was a commercial success and marked the beginning of their rise to fame. The album featured hit singles like "What Makes You Beautiful" and established them as a leading boy band. They continued to release successful albums, including "Take Me Home" (2012), "Midnight Memories" (2013), "Four" (2014), and "Made in the A.M." (2015), selling over 70 million records worldwide and becoming one of the best-selling boy bands of all time.
Disbandment and Legacy
Despite their immense popularity, One Direction announced their disbandment on December 31, 2015, after Zayn Malik had left the group earlier in March 2015. Their legacy includes being credited with revitalizing the boy band genre and sparking a new wave of interest in pop music, often compared to the Beatles in terms of their impact and fan following. They have received numerous awards, including MTV Europe Music Awards and American Music Awards, solidifying their status as one of the most successful acts in music history.
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Discography
Made in the A.M.2015
- 1.Hey Angel4:00
- 2.Drag Me Down3:12
- 3.Perfect3:50
- 4.Infinity4:09
- 5.End of the Day3:15
- 6.If I Could Fly3:50
- 7.Long Way Down3:12
- 8.Never Enough3:33
- 9.Olivia2:58
- 10.What a Feeling3:21
- 11.Love You Goodbye3:17
- 12.I Want to Write You a Song2:59
- 13.History3:07
- 14.Temporary Fix2:55
- 15.Walking in the Wind3:23
- 16.Wolves4:02
- 17.A.M.3:29
Where We Are: Live from San Siro Stadium2014
- 1.Titles3:34
- 2.Midnight Memories3:01
- 3.Little Black Dress2:27
- 4.Kiss You5:15
- 5.Why Don't We Go There2:54
- 6.Rock Me6:03
- 7.Don’t Forget Where You Belong4:20
- 8.Live While We’re Young3:20
- 9.C’mon C’mon2:52
- 10.Right Now3:35
- 11.Through the Dark3:37
- 12.Happily4:03
- 13.Little Things5:56
- 14.Moments8:18
- 15.Strong2:57
- 16.Better Than Words4:58
- 17.Alive3:25
- 18.One Thing3:13
- 19.Diana5:40
- 20.What Makes You Beautiful3:43
- 21.You & I4:33
- 22.Story of My Life4:58
- 23.Little White Lies4:30
- 24.Best Song Ever5:52
- 25.The Road to San Siro: I. Tour Rehearsals2:54
- 26.The Road to San Siro: II. 3 Days to the Show2:25
- 27.The Road to San Siro: III. Pyrotechnics Demonstration3:09
- 28.The Road to San Siro: IV. Vocal rehearsal3:38
- 29.The Road to San Siro: V. Dress2:48
- 30.The Road to San Siro: VI. Early Fans2:50
- 31.The Road to San Siro: VII. Show Day: The Boys Arrive in Milan2:59
- 32.The Road to San Siro: VIII. Pre-Appearance on Stage3:24
Four2014
- 1.Steal My Girl3:48
- 2.Ready to Run3:16
- 3.Where Do Broken Hearts Go3:49
- 4.184:08
- 5.Girl Almighty3:22
- 6.Fool’s Gold3:31
- 7.Night Changes3:47
- 8.No Control3:20
- 9.Fireproof2:54
- 10.Spaces4:17
- 11.Stockholm Syndrome3:35
- 12.Clouds3:52
ONE DIRECTION: This Is Us2013
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Reaching for the Stars, Part 2: The Next Chapter2013
- 1.Phonepad Advertisement0:18
- 2.The Next Chapter, Part 14:55
- 3.The Next Chapter, Part 25:57
- 4.The Next Chapter, Part 36:37
- 5.The Next Chapter, Part 46:33
- 6.The Next Chapter, Part 56:52
- 7.The Next Chapter, Part 65:33
- 8.The Next Chapter, Part 77:28
- 9.The Next Chapter, Part 85:30
- 10.The Next Chapter, Part 95:31
- 11.The Next Chapter, Part 102:27
- 12.The Next Chapter, Part 111:54
- 13.The Next Chapter, Credits0:49
Going Our Way2013
- 1.Going Our Way, Part 14:20
- 2.Going Our Way, Part 25:34
- 3.Going Our Way, Part 35:16
- 4.Going Our Way, Part 44:14
- 5.Going Our Way, Part 56:17
- 6.Going Our Way, Part 63:49
- 7.Going Our Way, Part 76:32
- 8.Going Our Way, Part 83:52
- 9.Going Our Way, Part 93:06
- 10.Going Our Way, Credits3:03
Midnight Memories2013
- 1.Best Song Ever3:20
- 2.Story of My Life4:05
- 3.Diana3:05
- 4.Midnight Memories2:56
- 5.You & I3:58
- 6.Don't Forget Where You Belong4:01
- 7.Strong3:04
- 8.Happily2:55
- 9.Right Now3:20
- 10.Little Black Dress2:38
- 11.Through the Dark3:42
- 12.Something Great3:57
- 13.Little White Lies3:18
- 14.Better Than Words3:29
- 15.Why Don't We Go There2:54
- 16.Does He Know?2:59
- 17.Alive2:41
- 18.Half a Heart3:09
Up All Night: The Live Tour2012
- 1.Summer Hols1:37
- 2.Na Na Na3:35
- 3.Stand Up3:42
- 4.I Wish4:19
- 5.I Gotta Feeling / Stereo Hearts1:56
- 6.Valerie / Torn2:55
- 7.Moments6:16
- 8.Gotta Be You3:53
- 9.More Than This7:01
- 10.Up All Night3:44
- 11.Tell Me a Lie3:41
- 12.Everything About You5:17
- 13.Use Somebody3:58
- 14.One Thing4:30
- 15.Save You Tonight4:11
- 16.What Makes You Beautiful6:22
- 17.I Want3:24
- 18.End Titles0:59
- 19.What Makes You Beautiful3:31
- 20.Gotta Be You3:53
- 21.One Thing3:20
- 22.On Tour With One Direction7:24
Take Me Home2012
- 1.Live While We’re Young3:20
- 2.Kiss You3:03
- 3.Little Things3:40
- 4.C’mon, C’mon2:45
- 5.Last First Kiss3:23
- 6.Heart Attack2:56
- 7.Rock Me3:20
- 8.Change My Mind3:33
- 9.I Would3:22
- 10.Over Again3:02
- 11.Back for You2:58
- 12.They Don’t Know About Us3:22
- 13.Summer Love3:28
All for One: An Unauthorised Biography2012
- 1.All for One, Part 14:28
- 2.All for One, Part 25:08
- 3.All for One, Part 33:50
- 4.All for One, Part 44:39
- 5.All for One, Part 55:01
- 6.All for One, Part 64:19
- 7.All for One, Part 75:43
- 8.All for One, Part 85:07
- 9.All for One, Part 94:09
- 10.All for One, Part 103:35
- 11.All for One, Part 115:24
- 12.All for One, Part 128:45
Up All Night2011
- 1.What Makes You Beautiful3:19
- 2.Gotta Be You4:05
- 3.One Thing3:17
- 4.More Than This3:49
- 5.Up All Night3:13
- 6.I Wish3:35
- 7.Tell Me a Lie3:16
- 8.Taken3:56
- 9.I Want2:51
- 10.Everything About You3:36
- 11.Same Mistakes3:37
- 12.Save You Tonight3:24
- 13.Stole My Heart3:25
- 14.Stand Up2:53
- 15.Moments4:22
Viva la vida2010
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My Life Would Suck Without You2010
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Nobody Knows2010
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Total Eclipse of the Heart2010
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Kids in America2010
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Something About the Way You Look Tonight2010
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All You Need Is Love2010
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Summer of '692010
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You Are So Beautiful2010
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Acoustic EP2020
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Rarities EP2020
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Live EP2020
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Remixes EP2020
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iTunes Festival: London 20122012
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Label
- Record label
- Syco Music
- Record label
- Columbia Records
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- Universal Music Group
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- Sony Music
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- Legacy Recordings
Achievements
- Award
- MTV Europe Music Award for Best UK & Ireland Act
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- MTV Europe Music Award for Best New Act
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- MTV Europe Music Award for Biggest Fans
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- MTV Video Music Award for Best New Artist
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- MTV Video Music Award for Best Pop Video
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- American Music Award for Favorite Pop/Rock Band/Duo/Group
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- MTV Europe Music Award for Best Pop
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- American Music Award for Favorite Pop/Rock Album
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- People's Choice Award for Favorite Band
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- American Music Award for Artist of the Year
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- Billboard 21 Under 21
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- NRJ Music Award for International Group/Duo/Troupe of the Year
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: 1D, 1D|One Direction
One Direction, often shortened to 1D, were an English–Irish pop boy band formed in London in 2010. The group consisted of Niall Horan, Liam Payne, Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson and Zayn Malik. The group sold over 70 million records worldwide, making them one of the best-selling boy bands of all time, before going on an indefinite hiatus in 2016.
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