18 Things I'm Going to Miss About Zayn Malik

It's no secret that I'm a huge One Direction fangirl, so when the news broke that my beloved Zayn Malik was leaving the group, it's safe to say that my heart experienced a lot of feelings. And I mean a lot. With Zayn's exit, the other four have decided to stay together and continue to tour as One Direction, but we all know it won't be the same. Of course I still love those silly boys and all of their music, but I'm going to really, really miss Zayn, as he was my favorite. (So glad I just dropped $45 on a personalized shirt with his name on it like three weeks ago. No matter.) I could sit here and place blame on someone for this (the fans, management, Zayn, various other people), but I'd rather focus on the good that Zayn brought to the world and my life in general. Grab your tissues, fellow fans, we've got some reminiscing to do. Source: Getty

01
Watching him perform on stage
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Watching him perform on stage

This is definitely what I'll miss the most.

02
Seeing his true love of music
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Seeing his true love of music

He may not love the fame, but he definitely loves the music.

03
Seeing his crazy antics backstage . . .
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Seeing his crazy antics backstage . . .

04
. . . And on stage
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. . . And on stage

He had no qualms about eating a candy thong straight off Harry Styles's crotch.

05
Watching him ponder questions during interviews because he's too soft-spoken to answer
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Watching him ponder questions during interviews because he's too soft-spoken to answer

And licking his lips. I won't lie; I like that part.

06
His ability to make a Santa hat look good
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His ability to make a Santa hat look good

And I mean really good. Guys, he can make anything look good, I swear.

07
How he used to goof around back in the early days
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How he used to goof around back in the early days

Those were the days when life seemed a little easier, I think.

08
This moment with his little sister

This moment with his little sister

He got to include her in the "Story of My Life" video, and it was clear how much his family means to him.

09
Watching him dance like this
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Watching him dance like this

In five years of being in the group, his dancing never improved. It probably got worse, which made him that much more likable.

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Those high notes, especially this one from "Steal My Girl"

Those high notes, especially this one from "Steal My Girl"

Really, all of the notes. The On the Road Again tour that they're currently on is surely going to take a hit without those.

11
His love for the other boys
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His love for the other boys

Despite leaving the group, I have no doubt that the guys care for each other deeply.

12
This face
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This face

There are a lot of things to love about Zayn, but no one can deny that he's really, really, ridiculously good looking.

13
His relationship with Louis
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His relationship with Louis

The Zouis bromance they've got going on is really the best.

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Have I mentioned his face?
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Have I mentioned his face?

He's more than good looks, I know, but it doesn't hurt that he's easy on the eyes.

16
His moments of calm
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His moments of calm

And the teddy bear. That is one lucky teddy bear.

17
Seeing him with kids

Seeing him with kids

All of this cuteness makes my heart burst.

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This answer during an interview
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This answer during an interview

Zayn will always be part of One Direction to all of us fans who love them. Sure, we're disappointed that he's gone for now, but we want what's best for everyone involved. I'll miss him, but I still love all the boys!