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16 February 1990The Weeknd, born Abel Makkonen Tesfaye on 16 February 1990 in Toronto, Canada, is one of the biggest global music icons of the 21st century. Known for his genre-blending sound that mixes R&B, pop, soul, electronic, and alternative influences, he... The Weeknd, born Abel Makkonen Tesfaye on 16 February 1990 in Toronto, Canada, is one of the biggest global music icons of the 21st century. Known for his genre-blending sound that mixes R&B, pop, soul, electronic, and alternative influences, he has redefined modern music with his unmistakable voice, atmospheric production, and bold artistic vision. Abel’s […]
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About ArtistThe Weeknd, born Abel Makkonen Tesfaye on 16 February 1990 in Toronto, Canada, is one of the biggest global music icons of the 21st century. Known for his genre-blending sound that mixes R&B, pop, soul, electronic, and alternative influences, he has redefined modern music with his unmistakable voice, atmospheric production, and bold artistic vision.
Abel’s career began in 2010 when he anonymously uploaded songs on YouTube, quickly gaining underground attention. In 2011, his mixtapes House of Balloons, Thursday, and Echoes of Silence became cult favorites and positioned him as a mysterious new force in R&B. His rise was unstoppable from there.
With blockbuster albums like Beauty Behind the Madness, Starboy, and After Hours, The Weeknd delivered global hits including “Can’t Feel My Face,” “The Hills,” “Starboy,” and the record-breaking “Blinding Lights,” which became the longest-charting song in Billboard Hot 100 history. His futuristic visuals, cinematic storytelling, and bold stage aesthetics have set him apart as an artist who constantly reinvents himself.
Over the years, he has received numerous accolades including Grammy Awards, Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards, a Latin Grammy, and even a Super Bowl Halftime Show performance in 2021, cementing his place as a pop-culture phenomenon.
Today, The Weeknd is not just a singer—he is a global brand, a visionary performer, a philanthropist, and a creative powerhouse who continues to push boundaries with every era of his career. His live shows blend storytelling, theatrical sets, and electric energy, making him one of the most sought-after touring artists in the world.
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