A Guide To Every One Direction Song

Sure, they're one of the biggest acts on the planet. You know them. You love them. Despite all this, you can't help but notice a certain pattern to their music.

Open the song with vocals from either Harry, Zayn, or Liam

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Let's be honest, 90% of 1D fans have a crush on one of these three gents. If you want to write a hit, starting with vocals from one of these lads will catch the attention of the most girls possible.

Basically let these three dominate the first third of the song.

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Look, we all know that Niall and Louis just weren't quite on their level post-X Factor. At this point, we're just used to it.

Alright boys, everyone join in for the chorus.

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For maximum energy, make sure every member is represented in the refrain.

Give Niall or Louis a chance to join in on the fun in the second verse.

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They've gotta have their moment at some point. Hey, their vocals have been getting a lot better!

Don't get too crazy though!

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At this point their should still be a proportionately large amount of Zayn, Harry, and Liam. Don't worry boys, your time will come soon enough.

Alright, time for chorus round too.

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At this point, you know the drill.

Slow things down for the bridge. Perfect opportunity for Louis to show what he's got.*

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Let that soft voice shine when they break it all down in the hook.

*Note: If performing live, make sure your hand ends up on your abdomen at least 5 times per song. Trust, it's a thing.

In the last chorus, make sure Zayn gets an opportunity to go crazy and hit any and all high notes known to man.

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While the rest of the boys keep the energy going, Zayn is given room to do whatever the heck he feels like doing.

End the song with a slow, calming fade.

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Allow plenty of time for fans to reflect on the song and figure out which parts of the song they obviously wrote just for them.

And there you have it, all the necessary steps to making a hit brought to you by 1D.

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Have a fantastic day!