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OMG! Liam Payne just announced that he's going solo
Woah, girls—brace yourselves. We've got *maj* One Direction news coming your way: 1D member Liam Payne announced on his Instagram account last week that he signed a solo record deal with Capitol Records.
His caption (to the photo, above) read, “Very happy to have signed to my new record label Capitol Records. They have such an amazing history of artists, I hope I can follow in their footsteps. One Direction will always be my home and family but I'm very excited to see what this chapter brings.”
Liam joins other big-name artists at Capitol Records like Katy Perry, Jennifer Lopez and Troye Sivan. His departure has saddened many Directioners as it seems that the band will not be reuniting for quite some time. Earlier this year, bandmate Harry Styles also signed a solo record contract and we all know that former 1D member Zayn Malik has enjoyed plenty of success with singles like "PILLOWTALK" and "LIKE I WOULD" from his first solo album, Mind of Mine.
Some fans are psyched about Liam’s solo career and have vowed to support him 100 percent as he takes his journey as an artist to the next level.
I guess Liam Payne is officially solo! Just like I supported Zayn when he left, I'm doing the same with Liam. So proud of you Liam.
— One Direction Update (@OTRADaily) July 22, 2016
However, not everyone was happy with Liam’s announcement.
this is no party. this is a funeral. #OneDirectionIsOverParty
— houssein (@CheekyHoussein) July 21, 2016
Some fans are holding onto hope that 1D will reunite.
they promised. they'll come back. one direction is their home, and our home is one direction. this ain't the end. #1DsPromiseWillNotBeBroken
— ㅤㅤㅤ (@mukeaphrodite) July 22, 2016
Others just felt heartbroken.
the only thing Liam left this morning was me with a broken heart 💔
— Brennen Taylor (@BrennenTaylor) July 21, 2016
Given the success that Zayn has achieved, we can’t wait to hear what music Liam will produce on his own. Who’s next? Niall? Louis? All we know these Brits will continue to wow us with their catchy tunes and smooth vocals.
What do you think about Liam's announcement? Let us know in the comments below!
Photo credit: Liam Payne.