Zayn Malik reveals he left 1D to make #realmusic, signs solo record deal with RCA
He has finally clarified why he left the boy band. He tweeted: "It was for this moment to be given the opportunity to show you who I really am."
Four months after announcing his departure from the popular band One Direction, Zayn Malik has revealed that he left the band to make some real music. The former One Directioner has reportedly signed a new solo record deal with RCA. He tweeted a photo of himself signing papers that seem to be a contract and further explained why he left 1D.
I guess I never explained why I left , it was for this moment to be given the opportunity to show you who i really am! #realmusic #RCA !! zaynmalik (@zaynmalik) July 29, 2015
In his tweet, Zayn clarified: "It was for this moment to be given the opportunity to show you who I really am. #realmusic"
Simon Cowell, who created One Direction, congratulated Zayn on his move to RCA.
I believe they are the perfect label for @ZaynMaliks solo career and I am sure whatever they release together will be special. Simon Cowell (@SimonCowell) July 29, 2015
A source has told The Sun, "It's a big move for Simon because Zayn could have a very successful solo career but his priority absolutely remains the band and this is a big statement on his part."
Simon has set up a deal that suits Zayn and One Direction. Zayn will stay in the Sony family under a different label and it's totally with Simon Cowell's blessing.
RCA Records is the American flagship recording label and part of Sony Music Entertainment. Its impressive list features the likes of Shakira, Justin Timberlake, Alicia Keys, Britney Spears, Chris Brown, Christina Aguilera, Miguel, Miley Cyrus and more.
"#REALME," he wrote on Twitter after sharing his new venture with his 15.1 million followers.
#REALME zaynmalik (@zaynmalik) July 29, 2015