Liam Payne's posthumous album can feature tapes on 'heartache and depression' but family may kill release
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The world is still in shock over the tragic death of Liam Payne, who reportedly left behind a collection of lyrics, songbooks, and tapes that were incredibly emotional and personal.
The One Direction star had tapes and a songbook "stuffed" with brand-new musical compositions before he died in Argentina, which can be used to create a posthumous album coming from the grave, an insider recently revealed.
However, Payne's family is currently considering collaborating with other celebrities to compose music based on his "soul-searching" lyrics and songs so that they can be made public, reported Radar Online.
Liam Payne's posthumous album may contain tapes of 'heartache, tears, and depression'
The former One Direction member died on October 16 after falling from the balcony of his hotel room in Buenos Aires, Argentina, at the age of 31. A posthumous album, however, might be Payne's last gift to his fans while he is gone.
A music insider told the outlet, "Liam was always writing and always creating. He was penning songs about his life, his loves and his struggles with the price of fame. There are also tapes of his work: songs of heartache, tears, and depression."
They went on to say that with the assistance of other musicians, Payne's unfinished songs could easily be turned into an album.
"He had penned some real soul-searching stuff and had enough material to create a new album. Tragically, he never got the chance because he paid the ultimate price for his problems in coming to terms with his fame," the source said.
However, the choice is not at all straightforward. "But his family have his tape, his books, and his diaries and are wondering if it is feasible to commission another singer to help give them life," the insider revealed.
They said, "This would be a real tribute to Liam and a lasting legacy for the young man. But also, equally, they might decide to just leave them unpublished. It's a tough call either way."
Hard discussions concerning Payne's struggles with addiction and the demands of fame have been triggered by his tragic death, which came from a fall from the CasaSur Hotel balcony.
According to preliminary toxicology reports, Payne might have been exposed to substances, which is in line with the difficulties he openly talked about in interviews.
Liam Payne had been working on 'Do No Wrong' before he tragically died
The 'Drag Me Down' singer had been working in the studio in the weeks before he died, including a song called 'Do No Wrong' that he co-wrote with American musician Sam Pounds.
As a tribute to Payne's talent and a possible source of healing for his loved ones, Pounds initially intended for the song to be released in November.
He expressed his hope that the song would serve as a "blessing" for Payne's family and "eclipses the negative echoes" of his death.
Payne's heartfelt vocals were featured in the song, which was said to capture his struggles and dreams. In an emotional post, Pounds said, "I pray this song eclipses the negative echoes. I hope it becomes a blessing to Ruth, Bear, and the entire family."
However, Pounds later declared that the release would be delayed, saying, "Today I'm deciding to hold Do No Wrong and leave those liberties up to all family members. I want all proceeds to go to a charity of their choosing (or however they desire)."
"Even though we all love the song it's not the time yet. We are all still mourning the passing of Liam and I want the family to mourn in peace and in prayer. We will all wait," he said.
Although Payne's sudden death leaves a void in the music industry, fans hoping to experience his artistry one final time are optimistic thanks to the prospect of a posthumous album.
Whether his family chooses to share his unfinished songs or keeps them private, Liam Payne's legacy as a musician and a deeply human artist will undoubtedly endure.
