Niall Horan

About

Niall Horan is an Irish singer-songwriter and guitarist, best known as a member of the popular British boy band, One Direction. He was born on September 13, 1993, in Mullingar, County Westmeath, Ireland. Horan auditioned for the British reality show "The X Factor" in 2010, where he, along with Harry Styles, Liam Payne, Zayn Malik, and Louis Tomlinson, was grouped together to form One Direction. The band gained massive popularity worldwide before going on hiatus in 2015. Since then, Horan has launched a successful solo career with hits like "Slow Hands," "This Town," and album 'Flicker'. His style is noted for its folk-pop influences.

Associated With

Niall Horan, best known as a member of the successful boy band One Direction, has connections with numerous other artists in the music industry. He has collaborated with artists like Julia Michaels in his song "What a Time" and Ashe in her hit "Moral of the Story.” In terms of portraying acting, he made cameo appearances in various music videos and television series. As for his dating history, Horan maintained a low-key love life, however, he's been linked to famous personalities like Hailee Steinfeld and Ellie Goulding in the past. It's evident that his professional and personal circles are broad, involving many prominent individuals in the entertainment sector.

Career Highlights

• 2010: Niall Horan began his career after auditioning for the seventh series of The X Factor UK. He initially performed as a solo act but was later paired with Harry Styles, Liam Payne, Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson to form the boy band One Direction, the third runner-up of the competition.
• 2011: One Direction released their debut album, "Up All Night", which topped the charts in sixteen countries.
• 2012: The band’s second album, "Take Me Home", was launched with another high charting success. They also received the Brit Award for Best British Single.
• 2013: One Direction’s third album, “Midnight Memories” was released and topped the Billboard 200 with high sales.
• 2014: "Four", the band's fourth album, was released. They won the Billboard Music Awards for Top Duo/Group and Niall and the band performed in their highly successful, Where We Are Tour.
• 2015: One Direction released their fifth album, "Made in the A.M". Following the release, the band announced a hiatus.
• 2016: Niall Horan embarked on his solo career with the single, "This Town" and he signed a record deal as a solo artist with Capitol Records.
• 2017: Horan launched his debut studio album as a solo artist, "Flicker", which debuted at number one in Ireland and the United States.
• 2019: Niall Horan released the successful single “Nice to Meet Ya” which marked the start of his second album era.
• 2020: His second solo album, "Heartbreak Weather", was launched and charted at number one on the UK Albums Chart. He also won the People's Choice Awards for The Style Star of 2020.

Notable Awards

• Niall Horan, as a member of the pop boy band One Direction, and as a solo artist, has won numerous awards. A few notable ones include:
• American Music Awards (as part of One Direction):
• - Artist of the Year (2014, 2015)
• - Favorite Duo or Group– Pop/Rock (2015)
• Brit Awards (as part of One Direction):
• - British Single: "One Way Or Another (Teenage Kicks)" (2013)
• - British Video: "Best Song Ever" (2014)
• Teen Choice Awards (as part of One Direction):
• - Choice Music: Love Song: "Little Things" (2013)
• - Choice Summer Tour: "Take Me Home Tour" (2013)
• As a solo artist, he won "Best New Artist" at the American Music Awards in 2017.
• He also won Silver Clef Award's category Best Live Act in 2017.
• He won the People's Choice Award for The Drama Movie Star of 2020 for his appearance in "Heartbreak Weather".

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Niall Horan Song/Album?

Niall Horan, a former member of the renowned boy band One Direction, has carved out a successful solo career as well. His most popular song, judging by streaming counts, is "Slow Hands," which reached the top 10 charts in the United States, UK, and several other countries with its infectious rhythm and catchy lyrics. One of his most successful albums is his debut solo album "Flicker," released in 2017, which reached number one on the US Billboard 200 chart and included hits like "This Town" and "Too Much to Ask." Reflecting him as a songwriter and a performer, these projects have resonated with fans and solidified his standing in the music industry.

How Did Niall Horan Get Famous?

Niall Horan gained fame as a member of the internationally successful boy band One Direction, which was formed on the British reality TV show "The X Factor" in 2010. Niall, along with bandmates Harry Styles, Zayn Malik, Louis Tomlinson, and Liam Payne, decided to audition as a group for the show after initially auditioning as solo artists. Despite finishing third, their infectious pop sound and charismatic performance style captivated audiences worldwide, leading to a successful career with multiple hit albums and sold-out concerts.