2017 was the year of One Direction. Well, it was the year the guys of One Direction put out all new music as solo artists. They weren’t competing against each other, per se, but it’s hard not to compare. It’s hard not to see how their songs – no matter how different they all are – stack up against each other. So, let’s take a peak 8. “More Than This”. The start of many ballads on this list, “More Than This” set the tone for the group’s softer, more emotional side on their 2012 debut. Between individual verses and collaborative choruses, each of the five members still manages to vocally shine on this song in their own way. 7. 49. “Everyday Will Be Like A Holiday” – ‘Happy Xmas’ (2018) A song from Clapton’s Christmas album that works all year round; it’s a cover of a soul classic by R&B singer William Bell. 48. “Runaway Trains” – Eric Clapton and Elton John – “Lethal Weapon 3’ (1992) Tie for 3. Louis Tomlinson – $70 Million. Louis Tomlinson has a string of successful collaborations and two solo albums to his name. His most recent – Faith in the Future – arrived in 2022 One Direction Romance Report Card: From Single to Engaged. As a fan of the band since before their first U.S. album dropped, here's my list: 5) Liam Payne: Okay, as an actual songwriter, Liam is 9MfDYx.

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