The Day The Music Died (aka when Zayn left)

March 25, 2015, a day which will live in infamy. I was in chorus when I heard the news. My knees literally buckled. I remember turning to my best friend and being actually speechless. The other Directioners in our choir also read the news shortly after we did and we all quietly huddled in the corner of the room. Zayn was leaving? He was only 22 and he was already moving on?

After the shock wore off, and we reread the statement released, it was obvious that him leaving was the best course of action. He had endured a lot as a member, especially from so called "fans" and he needed to start making his well being a priority. There had been blatant islamophobia at concerts and meet ups and I think that, even though I miss him, leaving was the right decision. 

Now, Zayn has a family and is living happily with them out of the limelight. He also has released his own solo music, which did very well, and I think it sounds really good! I'm proud of how far he has managed to come on his own.