Following Liam Payne's tragic passing at age 31 in Buenos Aires, One Direction's Spotify streams experienced a dramatic surge, propelling the band from No. 55 to No. 2 on global charts.

Within hours of the news breaking, fans worldwide turned to the band's music to cope with their grief. "Night Changes" emerged as the most streamed song, garnering over 4.6 million plays in a single day and reaching No. 6 on the global songs chart.

The band's popularity surged across regional charts as well, climbing to No. 3 in the United States and reaching No. 1 in the UK. This global response demonstrates the lasting impact of One Direction's music and Payne's influence on their success.

Remaining band members Louis Tomlinson, Zayn Malik, Harry Styles, and Niall Horan released a joint statement expressing their devastation at the loss of their bandmate. Fans worldwide joined in sharing memories and tributes across social media platforms.

Despite being on hiatus since 2016, One Direction's music continues to resonate with millions of fans. The dramatic increase in streams following Payne's death reflects not only the band's enduring popularity but also serves as a digital memorial where fans can celebrate his life and contributions to music.

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