Summary from 40 ratings
On Rate.fm, fans have rated ZAYN’s catalog across 7 albums from 40 opinions, with an overall average of 6.4/10. The top-rated ZAYN album is Icarus Falls (2018) with a 6.6/10 average from 2 ratings, followed by ROOM UNDER THE STAIRS and KONNAKOL. The discography on Rate.fm spans 2016 to 2026. Die For Me ranks as the highest-rated ZAYN song on Rate.fm with a 8.0/10 average.
Mind Of Mine (Deluxe Edition)
“From George Michael to Robbie Williams to Abz from 5ive, everyone loves a boyband escapee. The compelling narrative for Zayn Malik’s debut solo album – ‘pouting pop rebel defies tyrannical high-trousered ruler’ – was written before he’d recorded a note. It’s why lead single ‘Pillowtalk’ seemed fit to burst with previously repressed sexuality. The buzzcuts, the leather jackets and the selfies with ”
ROOM UNDER THE STAIRS
“It seems both a fitting introduction and an intriguing contradiction to his 4th album, Room Under The Stairs, which for the first time lays bare Zayn Malik the person, rather than Zayn Malik the star. Gone is the slick production of songs like "Dusk Till Dawn"; in its place more stripped-back instrumentation (with the occasional xylophone, inspired by his 4-year-old daughter, Khai). There’s nothin”
Nobody Is Listening
“The former One Direction member turned solo pop star delivers a hopeful LP of bedroom R&B”
KONNAKOL
“I’ve been riding with ZAYN since Mind of Mine, so I’ve always appreciated how he leans into mood, atmosphere, and that almost detached kind of vulnerability he does so well. Konnakol feels like a pivot - one that’s more personal in intention than it is consistent in execution. The biggest highlight here is easily the cultural direction. You can tell he’s tapping into his heritage in a way that feels deliberate and, honestly, long overdue. The incorporation of South Asian influences; especially rhythmic elements inspired by konnakol that adds a unique texture that separates this from his earlier work. It’s refreshing to hear him step outside the alt-R&B lane he’s been comfortable in for years. That said, the album doesn’t always stick the landing. Some tracks feel more like sketches than fully realized ideas, and the pacing drags in the middle. ZAYN’s vocals are still smooth and controlled, but at times they blend too much into the production instead of elevating it. There are moments where you’re waiting for a big emotional or sonic payoff that just never comes. Still, there’s something admirable about this project. It’s not chasing trends…it’s introspective, experimental, and clearly rooted in something meaningful to him. Even if it doesn’t fully come together, it feels like a step toward a more authentic version of ZAYN as an artist. It may not hit the highs of Mind of Mine, but Konnakol shows growth and that alone makes it worth the listen.”
Mind Of Mine (Deluxe Edition)
“Coming into Mind of Mine, I was already curious about what ZAYN would sound like fully untethered from One Direction—and honestly, it’s a mixed but intriguing first step. You can tell right away this is the music he wanted to make all along: moody, R&B-driven, and a lot more intimate than anything from his boy band days. Tracks like “PILLOWTALK” hit exactly how they should; smooth, atmospheric, and vocally impressive, but the album as a whole feels a bit uneven. There are moments where ZAYN’s voice really shines, showing off that airy falsetto and emotional tone, but then there are stretches where the songs blur together or don’t leave much of a lasting impression. As someone who became a fan during his solo debut but knew his One Direction era, this album feels like a necessary reset. It’s less about instant hits and more about him figuring out his identity. It doesn’t always land, but when it does, you can hear the potential of what he’d eventually grow into. Not perfect, but definitely a bold and personal introduction.”
ROOM UNDER THE STAIRS (Z SIDES)
“Room Under The Stairs finds Zayn leaning fully into a stripped-back, rootsy sound that feels more intimate than anything he’s done before. As someone who’s followed his solo work since Mind of Mine, I respect how personal and low-key this record is. His vocals are still the highlight: smooth, emotional, and effortlessly controlled. That said, the album can feel a little too subdued at times. The mellow production blends together, and a few tracks don’t leave a lasting impression the way his earlier R&B moments did. I admire the vulnerability and the artistic pivot, but I found myself missing some of the edge and dynamic shifts he’s capable of. It’s sincere and reflective, but just not his strongest statement.”