How to Be a Directioner

Last Updated: December 23, 2021 Approved

A Directioner is a super fan of the British/Irish boy band called "One Direction". Directioners are dedicated to the band's five members: Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, Harry Styles, and people associated with them. If you happen to like these boys and enjoy their music, you are definitely classified as a fan. If you want to take a step further and become a Directioner, this is the right article for you. This article will transform you into a Directioner with 10 helpful steps. It will also feature facts about One Direction and guide you on how to become a dedicated super fan, featuring some useful tips and tricks.

Steps

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Find out about One Direction's history. If you have just heard of One Direction, find out about the band's past. A fan knows a little of the band's history, but a Directioner knows all. It's important to know some basic facts, as well as some little known facts too! Here are ten interesting facts about One Direction and the members:
- Louis Tomlinson is the oldest member of the band, being born on December 24th, 1991. Zayn Malik is the 2nd oldest and his birthday is on January 12, 1993. Liam Payne is the 3rd and his birthday is on August 29th, 1993. Niall Horan was born on September 13th, 1993. Harry Styles is the youngest member of One Direction, and February 1st, 1994 is his birthday.
- Harry Edward Styles, Liam James Payne, Niall James Horan, Zayn Javadd Malik and Louis William Tomlinson are their full names.
- Louis and Zayn are Capricorns, Harry is an Aquarius, Niall and Liam are Virgos.
- One Direction was created in 8:22 p.m., on July 23rd, 2010 via The X-Factor. Harry, Niall, Zayn, Louis and Liam auditioned for the show in 2010 as single artists. Unfortunately, they got eliminated during boot camp, but Simon Cowell still kept them in the show as a group. They came to finish in 3rd place on the show.
- Liam Payne auditioned before for the X-Factor in 2008, when he was 14. Simon Cowell told him to re-audition two years later. Liam also has one kidney, so he doesn't drink alcohol. However, on August 7th, 2012, Liam tweeted that an ultrasound gave positive results on his kidney that wasn't functioning properly and it's fixed.
- As of March 25th 2015, Zayn left the band, but his reasons are understandable and hopefully you'll support him despite this. He has, however, started a solo career in 2016, best known for his debut single "Pillowtalk".
- As of 2019, Louis isn't dating anyone, Niall isn't dating anyone after his fallout with Hailee Steinfeld, Harry isn't dating anyone, and Liam is currently single after recently breaking up with Cheryl Cole.
- Louis has a son named Freddie Reign Tomlinson, born January 21, 2016. Freddie's mother is a LA-based stylist named Briana Jungwirth. Liam also has a son with Cheryl Cole, whose name is Bear. He was born on the 22nd of March 2017.
- The members auditioned as solo artists for The X-Factor with these songs: Niall Horan- So Sick, Liam Payne- Cry Me a River, Louis Tomlinson- Hey There Delilah, Zayn Malik- Let Me Love You, Harry Styles- Isn't She Lovely.
- All the band members have sisters, except for Niall, who has an older brother named Greg. Harry also has a stepbrother named Mike.
- In just five years,One Direction has received five BRIT Awards—winning their first with "What Makes You Beautiful" for Best British Single at the 2012 BRIT Awards, three NME awards, two Kids' Choice Awards, and four MTV Video Music Awards, among other awards. One Direction won all nineteen awards they were nominated for at the Teen Choice Awards. One Direction also won two American Music Awards out of their two nominations for Favorite Pop/Rock Album and Favorite Pop/Rock Band/Duo/Group, respectively.
- There are many more facts about One Direction, and these are just a few. Look them up on Google if you're interested in becoming a true Directioner. There's a facts video included in the bottom for more facts. There are also links listed below with more facts.
- It's important to know facts, catch phrases that the boys said, quotes, and songs about the boys. There's a links and quotes section below to help you
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Get to know the members. Niall, Zayn, Liam, Harry and Louis are more than just talented singers. They are five down to earth boys with great personalities. A true Directioner knows all of the boys like they know their best friend.
- As a Directioner, it's okay to have a favorite member(s) of the band, Directionaters are so called "fans" who support one direction. Directioners appreciate all members of One Direction
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Buy One Direction music to support the band. Buying their music will support One Direction and lead them all the way to the top of the charts. Buy their albums "Up All Night, Take Me Home, Midnight Memories, Four, and Made In The A.M" from anywhere you can also buy Zayn's album "Mind Of Mine", Harry's self titled album, and Niall's album "Flicker". Download their songs. Do whatever it takes to lead them to the top, and you'll be a Directioner. Please do not download pirated copies off of the internet. True Directioners wouldn't do that as it affects the boy's careers. Here's a list of their songs from their albums.
- A.M. [Made In The A.M.]
- Act My Age [FOUR]
- Another World
- Back For You [Take Me Home]
- Best Song Ever [Midnight Memories]
- Better Than Words [Midnight Memories]
- Change My Mind [Take Me Home]
- Change Your Ticket [FOUR]
- Clouds [FOUR]
- C'mon C'mon [Take Me Home]
- Diana [Midnight Memories]
- Don't Forget Where You Belong [Midnight Memories]
- Drag Me Down [Made In The A.M.]
- End of the Day [Made In The A.M.]
- Everything About You [Up All Night]
- Fireproof [FOUR]
- Fool's Gold [FOUR]
- Girl Almighty [FOUR]
- Gotta Be You [Up All Night]
- Happily [Midnight Memories]
- Heart Attack [Take Me Home]
- Hey Angel [Made In The A.M.]
- History [Made In The A.M.]
- Home [Made In The A.M.]
- Illusion [FOUR]
- Infinity [Made In The A.M.]
- Irresistible [Take Me Home]
- I Should Have Kissed You [Up All Night]
- I Want [Up All Night]
- I Want to Write You a Song [Made In The A.M.]
- If I Could Fly [Made In The A.M.]
- I Wish [Up All Night]
- I Would [Take Me Home]
- Kiss You [Take Me Home]
- Last First Kiss [Take Me Home]
- Little Black Dress [Midnight Memories]
- Little Things [Take Me Home]
- Little White Lies [Midnight Memories]
- Live While We're Young [Take Me Home]
- Long Way Down [Made In The A.M.]
- Love You Goodbye [Made In The A.M.]
- Loved You First [Take Me Home]
- Magic [Take Me Home]
- Midnight Memories [Midnight Memories]
- Moments [Up All Night]
- More Than This [Up All Night]
- Never Enough [Made In The A.M.]
- Night Changes [FOUR]
- No Control [FOUR]
- Nobody Compares [Take Me Home]
- Olivia [Made In The A.M.]
- Once In A Lifetime [FOUR]
- One Thing [Up All Night]
- One Way Or Another (Teenage Kicks)
- Over Again [Take Me Home]
- Perfect [Made In The A.M.]
- Ready to Run [FOUR]
- Right Now [Midnight Memories]
- Rock Me [Take Me Home]
- She's Not Afraid [Take Me Home]
- Something Great [Midnight Memories]
- Spaces [FOUR]
- Stand Up [Up All Night]
- Steal My Girl [FOUR]
- Stockholm Syndrome [FOUR]
- Story of My Life [Midnight Memories]
- Strong [Midnight Memories]
- Summer Love [Take Me Home]
- Taken [Up All Night]
- Tell Me A Lie [Up All Night]
- Temporary Fix [Made In The A.M.]
- Through The Dark [Midnight Memories]
- Truly, Madly, Deeply [Take Me Home]
- Up All Night [Up All Night]
- Walking in the Wind [Made In The A.M.]
- What a Feeling [Made In The A.M.]
- What Makes You Beautiful [Up All Night]
- Where Do Broken Hearts Go? [FOUR]
- Wolves [Made In The A.M.]
- You & I [Midnight Memories]
- 18 [FOUR]
- Zayn's solo album (Mind Of Mine): Pillowtalk
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Know that "What Makes You Beautiful" isn't One Direction's only song. Many people claim that they are "Directioners" but they only know What Makes You Beautiful. A true Directioner knows all One Direction songs. A list of song was mentioned in the step above.
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Use YouTube to watch One Direction music videos. Watch their music videos. It will give them views, thus making them more known worldwide. One Direction has 17 made music videos so far. Other One Direction related videos are available on YouTube also.
- Best Song Ever
- Drag Me Down
- Gotta Be You
- History
- Little Things
- Live While We're Young
- Midnight Memories
- Night Changes
- One Thing
- Perfect
- Story Of My Life
- What Makes You Beautiful
- You & I
- Steal My Girl
- One Way Or Another(Teenage Kicks)
- Kiss You
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Connect with One Direction. As a Directioner, it's important to connect with your favorite band. That way you'll know when they're going on tour, releasing a new album, or even coming to a city near you!
- Like One Direction on Facebook! They only have one official Facebook account and that's listed below. Any other pages claiming to be One Direction is fake. However, there are fan pages on Facebook, and if you like them, they could update you with information.
- Follow One Direction, Zayn, Niall, Liam, Harry, Louis, and people associated with them on Twitter. Official Twitters are listed below in the Links section
- Subscribe to One Direction's official Vevo account on YouTube for videos related to One Direction.
- Visit the official One Direction website (listed below in the links section) for updates.
- Purchase teen magazines such as J-14, Popstar, Bop, etc. They feature interviews, but beware, not all information will be true.
- Create and follow fan accounts on social media.
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Purchase One Direction merchandise. If you have a little extra money, show your dedication to the band by purchasing their merchandise. If you are a little low on cash, this step can be skipped.
- One Direction's first studio album "Up All Night" is available for purchase at most music and department stores. The band also wrote a book called "One Direction: Dare to Dream: Life as One Direction". DVDs of their incredible journey are also available.
- Buy magazines, posters, and pictures of the boys.
- Purchase One Direction apparels such as t-shirts, hoodies, hats and more. They're available on the official One Direction store and Delia's. Wear them to show you support One Direction.
- Purchase One Direction school supplies available at Target.
- Purchase other One Direction merchandise such as mugs, key chains, etc from the One Direction store.
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Follow your dreams. It's every Directioner's dream to meet One Direction. Every Directioner deserved to meet the boys since they're extremely dedicated. Here's a list on how you could meet them.
- One Direction has upcoming tours(not). Find out if the band is visiting your area (or a nearby area). Remember, tickets sell out fast, so know ahead of time when tickets go on sale.
- If the band isn't coming to a nearby area, tweet about it. Who knows, maybe they'll notice a trend on Twitter and add concerts near your area!
- Try to visit them at Meet and Greets or signing. Search online ahead of time for meet and greets near you and see how you can obtain a wristband.
- Do not show up at any of the members house. There's a huge difference between a creepy stalker and a Directioner.
- Don't give up! You never know, you might run into one of the member(s) at a movie theater or park. Unfortunately, it's true that not all Directioners won't get to meet One Direction, but it's important to keep believing!
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Don't hate. Don't hate on any members and people associated with One Direction. You can hate but keep it to yourself and put it somewhere the boys or their girlfriends/ other people can't see as it will affect them and make the sad (fake fans).
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Know the official One Direction links.
- Twitters. The official Twitter accounts of One Direction are listed here.
- Facebook. The only official Facebook page is One Direction Music. However, there are other Facebook pages that will give you information on One Direction, but it is administrated by fans.
- One Direction website The Official One Direction Website".
- YouTube Channel.

Community Q&A

Question

Can I still be Directioner even though they have separated?

Ruthanee

Community Answer

You can and always be a Directioner. They haven't separated for good. One Direction promised to come back for us.
Question

Will I still have a chance to meet them if they don't get back together?

Anamika Verma

Community Answer

They are definitely getting back together, they promised us. All the members are saying that they miss each other and that they will come back, so keep your hope. Of course, even if they are on their hiatus, you can still go and meet the members individually.
Question

My friend says she is a Directioner, but she barely knows any of the songs. What do I do?

Ruthanee

Community Answer

Just support her and help her become a true Directioner. Play your favorite songs for her and tell her all about the members and help her choose a favorite.