The man from One Direction went his own direction.
One Direction's Niall Horan has unveiled the video for his debut solo single This Town, as fans from across the globe react - largely noting an 'Ed Sheeran vibe'.
The sombre and reflective track sees Horan pick up an acoustic guitar for quite a stripped-back affair.
Taking to Facebook to announce the track, Horan wrote: "Been workin in the studio and I wanted to share this song with u guys. I wrote ‘This Town’ with Jamie Scott & I hope ya love it as much as we do. Thank you for always being there. You are the best fans in the world!"
NIALL SOUNDS LIKE MIXTURE BETWEEN JAMES BAY ED SHEERAN AND ANGELS AND BUTTERFLIES IM IN LOVE
— Dani (@narrynipslip) September 29, 2016
Niall's song is really cute, a bit boring but very soothing & gives me Ed Sheeran vibes
— Kadee ?️? (@letnormilarest) September 29, 2016
That new Ed Sheeran song it's so good.
— Jezz Scherbatsky. (@holyjezz) September 29, 2016
..Wait!, It's Niall Horan!#ThisTown
niall pulled an ed sheeran im fucking crying
— K (@wtevrkirsten) September 29, 2016
#y101fm #alwaysfirst #rhythmofthecity