Zayn Malik is set to release his fourth studio album, “Room Under The Stairs”, on May 17th. This is his first album since “Nobody Is Listening” in 2021.
Zayn describes the album as an auditory memoir, providing fans with a deeper understanding of him as a person. He aims to share his ambitions and fears, and connect with listeners on a deeper level.
Before the full album release, Zayn has released a single, “What I Am”, which debuted on March 15. The cover art for the single features a tree-lined horizon reflected in water, symbolizing raw emotion and introspection.
The cover art for “Room Under The Stairs” represents renewal and features a silhouette of Zayn superimposed on a simplified illustration of a room beneath a staircase.
The song “What I Am” explores themes of vulnerability and introspection. Zayn poses questions to a mysterious figure, likely a past lover, inviting listeners to explore his emotional landscape. Given Zayn’s rich musical history, this album promises to be a captivating journey for fans eager to connect with the artist on a deeper level.
Who Is Zayn Malik?
Zayn Malik, born as Zain Javadd Malik on January 12, 1993, is a British singer known for his rich musical history. He first gained fame as a member of the British-Irish boy band One Direction, which was formed during the British music competition television series The X Factor in 2010.
After leaving One Direction in March 2015, Malik embarked on a solo career and signed a recording contract with RCA Records1. His debut solo studio album, “Mind of Mine”, was released in 2016, and its lead single, “Pillowtalk”, made him the first British male artist to debut at number one in both the UK and US with his debut single and album.
He has since released several albums, including “Icarus Falls” in 2018 and “Nobody Is Listening” in 2021. His music often explores themes of vulnerability and introspection, and he is known for his unique blend of pop and R&B.
Malik has received several accolades throughout his career, including an American Music Award and a MTV Video Music Award. He is the only artist to have won the Billboard Music Award for New Artist of the Year twice, once as a member of One Direction in 2013 and again in 2017 as a soloist.