Liam Payne’s first song after tragic death to be released – and it’s just days away
LIAM Payne's first song since his tragic death is set to be released this week.
The 31-year-old was in Buenos Aires, Argentina, when he plunged from the third floor of his hotel balcony on October 16.
Musician Sam Pounds has announced plans to release a duet with Liam called Do No Wrong on Friday, November 1.
The pair had been working together on new music - with Sam recording the track with Liam weeks before he died.
Sam wrote on X: “I pray that this will be a blessing to the world like Liam has always dreamed.
“I pray angels will comfort you all every day while listening. I pray that this song will be a blessing to Ruth, Bear, and the entire family.
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“I pray that this song eclipses the negative echoes.
"I pray supernatural positive healing power will embrace each and every one of you."
Alongside the original recording's release, a live mix and an acappella version will be available.
Sam added. “Pre-save links here. With love, let’s all BE the blessing.”
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Liam's song Teardrops - which revealed the heartbreaking challenges in his love life - re-entered the charts at number 7 after his death.
He was also said to be "re-working" his favourite One Direction track hours before his tragic death.
The singer stole the nation's heart when he auditioned for The X Factor in 2008.
He became one-fifth of One Direction, and the band rose to international fame despite only placing third in the show.
In 2016, Payne signed a solo record deal with Capital Records UK.
He said at the time he was "really happy" to have signed with them, adding: "One Direction will always be my family; I'm now excited to show what I can do as a solo artist."
Over his solo career, Payne released hits Strip That Down and Get Low.
One Direction's five studio albums returned to the UK top 40 charts following Liam's death.
Tributes to Liam Payne
SHOCKED fans, former co-workers, loved ones and friends flooded social media with sad tributes to Liam Payne after news of his death emerged.
Harry Styles’ mum Anne was among the first from One Direction's camp to share her reaction, posting a photo of Liam and writing 'Just a boy...' alongside a broken heart emoji.
Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden shared an image of the pair together with the words: "Such an awful tragedy.
"Sending love to his family and all those who loved him."
X Factor star Olly Murs told fans he was "devastated" and "lost for words".
He wrote on social media: “Liam shared the same passions as me, the same dreams so to see his life now end so young hits hard, I’m truly gutted and devastated for his Family and of course his son Bear losing a dad x".
Liam Gallagher said he was ";very sad" and told his followers on X: "Life is precious Kids, you only get to do it once, go easy."
Former X Factor presenter Dermot O’Leary has also expressed his shock and spoke on This Morning.
He said: “I remember him as a 14 year old turning up to audition on The X Factor, and blowing us away singing Sinatra. He just loved to sing.
“He was always a joy, had time for everyone, polite, grateful, and was always humble.”
BBC Radio 2 presenter Zoe Ball reacted to the "devastating news" on her show and told fans she hugged her own son Woody tight this morning.
JLS band member Marvin Humes reflected on his memories with the singer, sharing: "I first met Liam in 2008 with the JLS boys whilst auditioning for X Factor..he was 14 years old..
"We instantly clicked and looked at him as a little brother..that year it worked out for us but not for him and then 2 years later he went back to audition and One Direction was born..the rest is history..
"Absolutely heartbroken by the tragic news..Liam you wanted to be a global superstar and you did it bro..just can’t believe that things have ended this way..it’s shocking..my thoughts and prayers are with all your family and friends brother..RIP."
Niall Horan's brother Greg shared an emotional tribute to Liam, praising him as a "top young man".
He added: "You will be forever missed. Liam, words can’t describe how much I want to grab my brother and mind him now while the world shows their memories of you and him and the boys.
"My heart goes out to your family parents and sisters and your son Bear and your 1D brothers.
"10th October we met and we started out that evening as 5 families into one big one 1D family thank you for all the laughs bro watch down on all your family and mind them lots of love kiddo x x x 1D 4 LIFE x x x"
German DJ Anton Zaslavski, otherwise known as Zedd, has taken to X with a devastated statement.
The producer, who worked with Liam on his 2017 hit Get Low, wrote: "RIP Liam… I can’t believe this is real…absolutely heartbreaking…"
American singer, Charlie Puth, who was friends with Liam and also collaborated with him on a song called Bedroom Floor, has posted a series of Instagram stories dedicated to him.
Alongside photos of the two of them together in their younger days, Charlie wrote: "I am in shock right now. Liam was always so kind to me.
"He was one of the first major artists I got to work with. I can not believe he is gone...
"I am so upset right now, may he rest in peace. I am so sorry..."
Irish singer duo Jedward also took to social media, saying: "RIP Liam Payne. Condolences to friends and family."
In another tweet, they added: "Sending strength to Cheryl and his son Bear. And all the One direction Family. RIP Liam Payne."
American media personality Paris Hilton shared: "So upsetting to hear the news of Liam Payne passing. Sending love and condolences to his family & loved ones. RIP my friend."
ITV weather presenter Alex Beresford shared a news video about Liam's tragic death on Instagram, adding: "Can't believe this! RIP Liam."
Meanwhile Love Island star Molly Marsh penned: "I'm so taken aback, rest in peace."
James Cordon also paid his own tribute, describing the star as a "loving and kind soul".
The Gavin and Stacey actor wrote on Instagram: "Talking about Liam in the past tense is utterly heart-breaking.
"I will treasure the moments I got to spend with him. My thoughts are with his family today x."
Payne previously appeared on Cordon's The Late Late Show in America.
Former Little Mix star Jade Thirwall - who won X Factor with her bandmates one year after One Direction took part - described him as "the first friend I made in this industry".
She said: "We fell out of touch as the years went by, but back in 2008 he was the first friend I made in this industry.
"Both of us so young, so ambitious, both hoping we'd 'make it'. I hope you are at peace now".
Camila Cabello described his death as a "tragedy" and said he "made an impression" on her when she was a young girl.
After his death, Liam's father Geoff Payne flew to the Argentinian capital to organise plans to repatriate his son's body.
The family are now working to bring Liam's body home once a post-mortem is complete.
On the day Liam died, he had posted about riding horses, playing polo, and looking forward to returning home to see his dog.
Cops said Tuesday they were trying to piece together the singer’s last hours and were speaking to people at the hotel.
Liam was on holiday in Buenos Aires for his ex-bandmate Niall Horan's tour with emergency services saying he died instantly in the fall.
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He told one fan just an hour before his death that he loved Buenos Aires so much he wanted to buy a house there.
His girlfriend Kate Cassidy has also revealed the pair planned to marry next year in a touching tribute to Liam.