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Liam Payne’s producer Sam Pounds announced yesterday that he will no longer be releasing Payne’s first posthumous single “Do No Wrong” this Friday as initially planned. In a since-deleted post on X, Pounds said that while he and everyone involved “love the song,” now is not the right time for its release given the passing last week of Payne at the young age of 31.
Pounds wrote that he wants to “leave those liberties up to all family members” and ensure “all proceeds go to a charity of their choosing.” His heartfelt message expressed his desire for Payne’s family and loved ones to “mourn in peace and in prayer” without any outside pressures or expectations. Fans were understanding of the decision, responding with messages of support for the family during this difficult period.
Payne first found fame as a member of the world-dominating boy band One Direction. After enjoying success with hits like “Strip That Down” as a solo artist, his untimely death in Argentina shocked fans worldwide. In delaying the single’s release, Pounds recognizes the sensitivity of the situation and the family’s need to grieve without outside influences.
