Zayn Malik announces new album after his last 'Nobody is Listening' in 2021

Zayn Malik ushers in a new era with the announcement of his fourth studio album, "Room Under the Stairs," unveiled on Instagram. The album's cover artwork showcases a silhouette of his face alongside a blueprint of a house under construction.

Scheduled for release on May 17 through Mercury Records, the album will signify Malik's debut with the label, which boasts artists such as Noah Kahan, Post Malone, and Lily Rose. The singer will give fans a taste of the album with its lead single, "What I Am," scheduled for release on Friday, March 15th.

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Zayn Malik's Personal Insight

Last week, Malik gave fans a sneak peek of the project in a short video on Instagram. In the clip, he expressed, "I think the intention behind this album fully is for the listener to get more insight on me personally as a human being," He went on to mention that he wrote the entire album himself because he wanted his music to connect directly with the people listening, without any middlemen.

According to Rolling Stone last month, Zayn Malik's forthcoming album is co-produced by Dave Cobb, recognized for his contributions to country and rock music alongside artists such as Chris Stapleton, Brandi Carlile, and Lady Gaga.

Zayn Malik's Artistic Journey

The publication revealed that Malik dedicated several years to crafting the album independently at his Pennsylvania residence before reaching out to the Grammy-winning producer. Cobb noted that the singer has crafted a unique universe with this album, describing it as a raw expression straight from his soul.

During an interview on Call Her Daddy last year, Malik mentioned that he was working on a record that he believed people wouldn't expect, describing it as a departure from his usual sound and that it dealt with some real-life experiences.

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