article: 1D will continue as a four-piece for their world tour and will still record their fifth album later this year. Zayn said "My life with One Direction has been more than I could ever have imagined. But, after five years, I feel like it is now the right time for me to leave the band." "I'd like to apologise to the fans if I've let anyone down, but I have to do what feels right." The remaining members of One Direction said: "We're really sad to see Zayn go, but we totally respect his decision and send him all our love for the future." If this news has upset you then click here to get some advice to help you. I'm quite upset but happy because maybe Zayn will do good on his own but I'm upset because now there are only 4 boys in 1D. Emily, Edinburgh, Scotland I never liked 1D in the first place so I think that Zayn is better off out of the band! Rebecca, Coventry, England I am quite upset about the news but I am glad he made the right decision for him. Sophie, Cork, Ireland Zayn is not my favourite but 1D won't be the same without him. You will be missed! Abi, Gillingham, England I'm so upset to hear that he is leaving. Zayn was my favourite member of the band but I will support him no matter what. I hope the rest of the band have a good future. Sarah, London, England I actually loved One Direction when I was younger, but now I'm in love with 5SOS. It's really sad to see Zayn go. It just won't be the same. Nafseen, Buckinghamshire, England Zayn Malik is the glue of the band. He is the one who holds 1D together. It will not be the same without poor Zayn. Maisie, Kent, England I think that we will hear more from Zayn as a solo artist but I am upset. Martha, Sale, England One Direction have a lovely voice but now Zayn's left the four might sound horrible. George, West Yorkshire, England I think One Direction should get Olly Murs to join them because they are amazing already and Olly would bring it up to a whole new level! Harriet, West Yorkshire, England Although Zayn is not my favourite, it will not be the same without him. I will miss him. Nancy, Portsmouth, England I'm so happy he's left! Ben, Northumberland, England I am really upset that Zayn is leaving One Direction because he was my favourite band member. Amelia, London, England Zayn was my favourite member of the band. It will never be the same without him! Lilly, Weston-super-Mare, England I feel sad that Zayn is leaving because he was my favourite. Melina, Glasgow, Scotland I didn't really like Zayn but I love Niall. The band might be better in the future. Jessica, Darlington, England I'm sad that Zayn has gone but I don't think he's the best member. Beth, England I feel let down because Zayn said on The X Factor
summary: Zayn Malik has left One Direction, the band has said in a statement.