Zayn Malik Performs One Direction's 'Night Changes' on 10th Anniversary of Leaving the Band

In an emotional moment during his Mexico City concert, Malik sang the hit song for the first time in a decade, reflecting on the band's legacy and paying tribute to late bandmate Liam Payne.

Zayn Malik opened his solo concert in Mexico City on March 25, 2025, with a performance of One Direction's 'Night Changes,' marking the first time he has sung the song in 10 years.
The performance coincided with the 10th anniversary of Malik's departure from One Direction, a milestone that deeply resonated with fans and the artist himself.
Malik expressed gratitude to the audience, sharing that the moment was emotional and that he 'almost cried' during the performance.
'Night Changes' has experienced renewed popularity following the death of Liam Payne in October 2024, with Malik incorporating tributes to Payne throughout his ongoing 'Stairway to the Sky' tour.
This concert, part of Malik's first solo arena tour, highlighted his reconciliation with his One Direction past and his evolution as a solo artist.