TOP   APC   PEAK   title     YEAR  
  1   1   1   BLINDING LIGHTS WEEKND, THE   2019  
  2   35   27   SAVE YOUR TEARS WEEKND, THE   2020  
  3   160   95   I FEEL IT COMING WEEKND FEATURING DAFT PUNK, THE   2016  
  4   213   213   CREEPIN' METRO BOOMIN, THE WEEKND & 21 SAVAGE   2022  
  5   212   124   STARBOY WEEKND FEATURING DAFT PUNK, THE   2016  
  6   309   270   IN YOUR EYES WEEKND, THE   2020  
  7   345   337   TAKE MY BREATH WEEKND, THE   2021  
  8   533   327   CAN'T FEEL MY FACE WEEKND, THE   2015  
  9   655   382   EARNED IT WEEKND, THE   2014  
  10   809   809   SACRIFICE WEEKND, THE   2022  
  11   908   512   ELASTIC HEART SIA FEATURING THE WEEKND & DIPLO   2014  
  12   1176   1142   MOTH TO A FLAME SWEDISH HOUSE MAFIA & THE WEEKND, THE   2021  
  13   1231   1188   LA FAMA ROSALÍA FEATURING THE WEEKND   2021  
  14   1334   798   THE HILLS WEEKND, THE   2015  
  15   1383   1383   DANCING IN THE FLAMES WEEKND, THE   2024  
  16   1495   1495   TIMELESS WEEKND & PLAYBOI CARTI, THE   2024  
  17   1921   1921   POPULAR WEEKND, PLAYBOI CARTI & MADONNA, THE   2023  
  18   4315   3647   PRAY FOR ME KENDRICK LAMAR & THE WEEKND   2018  
  19   5550   4771   CALL OUT MY NAME WEEKND, THE   2018  
  20   5596   5176   DIE FOR YOU WEEKND & ARIANA GRANDE, THE   2016  
  21   6496   6496   SÃO PAULO WEEKND & ANITTA, THE   2024  
  22   12054   12054   CRY FOR ME WEEKND, THE   2025  
  23   12515   12205   HURRICANE KANYE WEST FEATURING THE WEEKND & LIL BABY   2021  
  24   14250   13008   LOST IN THE FIRE GESAFFELSTEIN FEATURING THE WEEKND   2019  
  25   15247   12994   LUST FOR LIFE LANA DEL REY FEATURING THE WEEKND   2017  
  26   15457   14620   OVER NOW CALVIN HARRIS & THE WEEKND   2020  
  27   17404   15955   HEARTLESS WEEKND, THE   2019  
  28   18476   17470   AFTER HOURS WEEKND, THE   2020  
  29   18628   14303  
LOVE ME HARDER
ARIANA GRANDE & THE WEEKND   2014  
  30           YOU RIGHT DOJA CAT & THE WEEKND   2021  
                       
                       
  Abel Makkonen Tesfaye, better known as The Weeknd, is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and producer who rose to global fame thanks to his unique voice, mysterious persona, and genre-blending music. He was born on February 16, 1990, in Toronto, Ontario, to Ethiopian immigrant parents. Raised mostly by his mother and grandmother, he grew up speaking Amharic, the language of his heritage. His youth wasn’t always easy. At a young age, he got involved in partying, drinking, and drugs. He dropped out of school and began exploring music, inspired by artists like Michael Jackson, Prince, and R. Kelly.

In 2010, he started uploading music to YouTube under the name The Weeknd. He chose that name because he had left school one weekend and never returned. The spelling without the second “e” was necessary because a band already existed with the name “The Weekend.” His first three mixtapes—“House of Balloons,” “Thursday,” and “Echoes of Silence”—were released in 2011 and immediately drew attention. The dark, melancholic atmosphere of his songs, combined with electronic R&B and alternative influences, made him a unique voice in the music world. These mixtapes were later bundled into the album “Trilogy,” marking his first major step toward mainstream success.

In 2013, he released his first official studio album: “Kiss Land.” Although the album received mixed reviews, it showed that The Weeknd was eager to develop his style further. His lyrics remained raw and personal, often dealing with love, lust, drugs, and loneliness. In 2015, he broke through with the album “Beauty Behind the Madness.” It featured hits like “Can’t Feel My Face,” “The Hills,” and “Earned It,” which was also featured in the film “Fifty Shades of Grey.” “Can’t Feel My Face” became a global hit and revealed a more pop-oriented side of The Weeknd, while “The Hills” stayed true to his darker roots.

His collaboration with producer Max Martin played a major role in his commercial success. Martin helped make his sound more accessible without losing its identity. The album “Beauty Behind the Madness” won multiple awards and established The Weeknd as one of the biggest pop stars of the moment. In 2016, he followed up with the album “Starboy,” featuring collaborations with Daft Punk. The title track “Starboy” became a massive hit, as did “I Feel It Coming,” also with Daft Punk. The album showcased a futuristic, electronic side of The Weeknd, with influences from disco and synthpop.

The Weeknd continued to experiment with his image and musical style. His performances became more spectacular, and he began telling visual stories. He appeared in music videos and at award shows with bloodied faces, bandages, and bruises, as part of a narrative about fame, violence, and alienation. This visual concept reached its peak with the 2020 album “After Hours.” The single “Blinding Lights” became one of the biggest hits of the decade, with a retro sound reminiscent of the 1980s. The song broke records and topped charts worldwide. Other tracks from the album, like “Save Your Tears” and “In Your Eyes,” reinforced his status as a pop icon.

During the pandemic, The Weeknd remained active and creative. He released impressive music videos and performed at the 2021 Super Bowl Halftime Show, a milestone for any artist. His performance was visually stunning and told a story about fame, isolation, and self-reflection. He did it without guest artists, underscoring his status as a solo performer. In 2022, he released the album “Dawn FM,” a conceptual project set up as a radio show in the afterlife. With tracks like “Take My Breath,” “Gasoline,” and “Out of Time,” he explored themes of mortality, forgiveness, and inner peace. The album also featured a spoken contribution from actor Jim Carrey, who played the fictional radio host of Dawn FM.

Beyond music, The Weeknd is also active as an actor and philanthropist. He starred in the HBO series “The Idol,” in which he played a dark role. Although the series received mixed reactions, it showed that he’s willing to take risks and push his artistic boundaries. As a philanthropist, he has donated millions to charitable causes, including aid to Ethiopia, support for Black Lives Matter, and food relief in Lebanon. He uses his platform not only for entertainment but also to address social issues.

His music continues to evolve. Where he started with dark, introspective R&B, he’s now a versatile artist who effortlessly moves between pop, disco, electronic music, and soul. Yet his voice remains unmistakable: a high falsetto, often fragile and emotional, that gives his lyrics extra depth. His songs often deal with the downside of fame, the emptiness after the party, the pain of lost love, and the search for meaning. Tracks like “Call Out My Name,” “Die For You,” “Prisoner,” and “Wicked Games” show that he’s not afraid to reveal his vulnerability.

The Weeknd regularly collaborates with other artists. He’s made music with Ariana Grande (“Love Me Harder,” “Save Your Tears Remix”), Lana Del Rey (“Lust for Life”), Kendrick Lamar (“Sidewalks”), Travis Scott (“Wake Up”), and Doja Cat (“You Right”). These collaborations show that he easily adapts to different styles without losing his own identity. His label XO Records is also a platform for new talent, and he remains involved in music production and development behind the scenes.

What makes The Weeknd special is his ability to combine personal stories with universal themes. He sings about his own experiences but touches millions of people. His music is often melancholic but also danceable. He knows how to unite darkness and light in a style that is both commercially and artistically successful. His visual style—from album covers to music videos—is thoughtful and often symbolic. He builds worlds where his music lives and invites his audience to travel with him.

In interviews, he often remains mysterious. He rarely talks about his private life, which strengthens his image as an enigmatic artist. Yet it’s clear that he works hard and takes his career seriously. He writes his own lyrics, is involved in production, and thinks through every detail of his releases. His perfectionism and vision have brought him to where he is now: at the top of the international music world.

The Weeknd is not just a pop star. He’s a storyteller, a visionary, and an artist who follows his own path. From “House of Balloons” to “Dawn FM,” his journey is one of growth, experimentation, and emotion. He continues to surprise, move, and inspire. And while he keeps pushing boundaries, one thing remains certain: his music touches people deeply, and his voice continues to echo like no other.