In the early days of One Direction's world-dominating stardom, Liam Payne, who died Wednesday at the age of 31, was known as ...

Before his solo career, Liam Payne was one of 1D's prolific writers. These are some of his best songs from each album, ...

Ed Sheeran wrote several songs for One Direction over the years, including ballads 'Little Things' and 'Moments' ...

Liam Payne, the former One Direction star, was found dead outside a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina on Wednesday night.

Payne, who was one of the group’s standout singers, fell from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires, emergency services ...

Needless to say, these two artists greatly influenced One Direction's sound. Find some of their best collaborations, below.

Harry Styles and Liam Payne ’s friendship went way beyond One Direction.

Liam Payne rose to superstardom with One Direction before he even turned 18. Payne's later years were marred by his experience in one of the biggest groups of the 21st century.

Liam Payne, a former member of boyband One Direction, has died after falling from the third floor of a hotel in Costa Rica, according to police in Buenos Aires. He was 31.

Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle ... As a tribute to his work in the group, here are some of the most notable songs Liam co-wrote for One Direction from one fan's perspective.

According to authorities, it is as yet unknown whether Payne’s death was accidental, down to foul play or suicide ... lighting candles and singing One Direction songs.