Zayn Malik has dropped his first single in two years, and it’s a stunning ode to being in love. The Bradford-born singer and former One Direction member has released ‘Love Like This’ – a track which fuses pop with liquid drum’n’bass. The accompanying Ivanna Borin and Frank Borin-directed music video sees Zayn pursuing a love interest and him riding a motorcycle.
Talking about the single, Zayn said: “‘Love Like This’ is a summer tune I’m very proud of and excited for the world to hear. I’m working on my new album currently that is coming soon, and I can’t wait for everyone to see what’s next.”
The single marks Zayn’s debut under Island Records, with Mercury Records president Tyler Arnold saying: “As soon as Zayn and I met, I knew we had to work together. I knew we at Island had to do everything we could to be involved. This is Zayn on top of his game and this next chapter is going to take him to the next level… We are so excited for the world to hear what’s coming!”
Sources have revealed that Malik’s upcoming music will sound different from his previous tracks. Last year, he paid homage to Jimi Hendrix by releasing a cover of the guitar hero’s 1981 track ‘Angel’. Hendrix’s estate later told Billboard: “We’re hopeful that this version of a Hendrix classic will enlighten a new generation of listeners about Jimi’s genius and further propel his continuing legacy.”
Malik recently opened up about his departure from One Direction, saying: “There was a lot of politics going on, certain people were doing certain things, certain people didn’t want to sign contracts, so I knew something was happening. There were obviously underlying issues. Like within our friendships, too. We’ve been together every day for five years, and we got sick of each other, if I’m being completely honest. So we were close.”
With his new single, Zayn Malik proves that he’s still a force to be reckoned with. Fans of the singer are excited to hear what the upcoming album will bring, and what new sounds this artist has in store for us.
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