As Zain Javadd Malik, known as Zayn Malik in 2010, at 17, British singer-songwriter Zayn auditioned as a soloist for the English British music competition The X Factor. This was the beginning of his career.
He was put in a group with four other solo contestants Harry Styles, Liam Payne, Niall Horan, and Louis Tomlinson, at The X Factor because he could not achieve success as a solo performer. One Direction is a British-Irish boy band that they created together.
Zayn has won numerous accolades for his great work, including two Billboard Music Awards for New Famous Artist of the Year and an American Music Award, making him the only artist to do so.
Despite Zayn’s underappreciated works, he still has millions of devoted followers, or Squads, worldwide. So, as a proud member of the Squad, I’ve compiled a list of Zayn Malik’s songs for you to check out, after which you should listen to the artist’s masterpieces.
1. Let Me
Through the words of one of Zayn Malik’s best songs, he attempts to convey to his future girlfriend that if she chooses to be his lady, he will take care of her and provide for her in a way that no one else could. You’ll want to start dating when you hear this Zayn Malik song.
2. Dusk Till Dawn
After its release, Dusk Till Dawn dominated many charts. It is a smash hit, one of Zayn Malik’s best tracks, and is well-known to a large audience. To stay together, the two lovers are prepared to overcome any barrier, according to the words of the song by Zayn and Sia.
The song is prominently included in the 2017 movie trailer for “The Mountain Between Us,” in which a large portion of the song can be heard. In addition, the song by Zayn Malik is the first to have its official music video on YouTube, surpassing 1 billion views.
3. I Don’t Wanna Live Forever
A masterpiece from the second installment of the Fifty Shades Trilogy, “Fifty Shades Darker,” Zayn provided the vocals for the single and decided to work with pop icon Taylor Swift, leaving both fandoms in a frenzy.
The only song from the Fifty Shades of Grey film series to reach several chart peaks is by Zayn Malik. The song was also selected for nine awards, including the Grammy, Teen Choice, and Brit, and took home 4 of them, including the MTV Video Music Award for best collaboration.
4. Vibez
The singer begs his partner, supermodel Gigi Hadid, in this song, the final single from his third studio album, not to hide who she is and to show off everything she possesses. This song by Zayn Malik also covers the subject of sex, but as soon as you hear it, you’ll start bopping along to the chilled-out beats.
5. Pillowtalk (Mind Of Mine)
Most people have undoubtedly heard of this Zayn Malik song because it became popular immediately. Following his departure from One Direction to pursue a solo career, Zayn made his solo music debut with this song.
With its psychedelic and seductive music, the heartthrob’s powerful voice, and the lyrics addressing the idea of sex-paradise and a warzone in bed, the song is very different from what the singer used to sing while he was in the boyband.
6. Better
The debut single from Zayn’s third studio album, “Nobody Is Listening,” is called “Better,” In the song’s lyrics, he begs his love interest to give their relationship a second opportunity despite their past difficulties.
7. Like I would
The third single from his debut album, this song by Zayn Malik, sings about how superior he is to his lover’s current companion, who is unattractive in bed. You will become engrossed in the song and want to dance as you listen to it due to the lively and upbeat music.