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Louis Tomlinson called One Direction’s debut single “corny” but acknowledged its role in launching his career, while praising “Story Of My Life” as a turning point.
Former One Direction member Louis Tomlinson has called the band’s debut single “What Makes You Beautiful” “corny” and “uncool,” admitting he struggled with its bubblegum pop style and the pressure of being a teenage boyband member.
Despite his personal reservations, he acknowledged the song’s pivotal role in launching his career.
He praised “Story Of My Life” as a turning point that helped the group evolve beyond typical boyband tropes, highlighting its emotional depth.
Tomlinson, who launched a solo career after the band’s 2016 hiatus, has released three studio albums, including the 2026 chart-topping “How Did I Get Here?,” and achieved multiple top 10 hits.
The band, formed on The X Factor in 2010, reunited in 2024 for the funeral of member Liam Payne, who died in October 2024 at age 31.
Louis Tomlinson calificó el sencillo debut de One Direction como corny, pero reconoció su papel en el lanzamiento de su carrera, mientras elogiaba Story Of My Life como un punto de inflexión.