The Weeknd is back and taking over the music charts with a bang. His latest album, “Hurry Up Tomorrow,” launched on January 31 and is already leaving an indelible mark. The album is on pace to skyrocket past 375,000 units sold in just its first week.
This buzzworthy release isn’t just another album drop. It’s packed with star-studded collaborations, featuring a slew of artists such as Justice, Anitta, Travis Scott, Florence and the Machine, Future, Playboi Carti, Giorgio Moroder, and Lana Del Rey. The star power doesn’t stop there, as the album clocked more than 58 million streams in a single day on Global Spotify. That’s a number big enough to make anyone stand up and take notice.
The Weeknd’s tour, ‘After Hours til Dawn,’ is in full swing, with the artist delivering electrifying performances across major cities like Detroit, Chicago, Denver, Montreal, Toronto, and more. It seems there’s no stopping him as he continues to promote ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ with the same vigor as his previous hit, ‘Dawn FM.’
Earlier this year, The Weeknd hinted that this might be his final album under his well-known moniker. He shared his thoughts with W magazine, reflecting on his journey and expressing a desire for change. “This is something that I have to do,” he said. “I still want to kill the Weeknd. And I will. Eventually. I’m definitely trying to shed that skin and be reborn.”
Yet, The Weeknd’s not stepping away from the spotlight just yet. He’s broadening his creative horizons by venturing into filmmaking. Mark your calendars for May 16, when the movie ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ hits the screens. The film, featuring The Weeknd alongside Jenna Ortega and Barry Keoghan, promises to be an exciting addition to his artistic repertoire.
In true Weeknd fashion, ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ is more than just music; it’s an experience. With a mix of powerful collaborations and a cinematic venture on the horizon, The Weeknd continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Whether this is his final act as The Weeknd or the start of something new, his impact is undeniable.