The Weeknd

The Weeknd, the stage name of Abel Tesfaye, emerged in 2011 with dark, atmospheric mixtapes blending R&B, pop, and electronic music. His global breakthrough came with Beauty Behind the Madness (2015) and hits like Can’t Feel My Face and The Hills. Starboy (2016) and After Hours (2020) cemented his cinematic sound, while Dawn FM (2022) expanded his creative vision. A multi-Grammy winner and global superstar, The Weeknd remains one of the most influential and innovative artists redefining modern pop and R&B.