- The Weeknd is a Canadian pop superstar
- He turns 34 years old today
- HERE is a look back at his marvelous career
Toronto's very own Abel Tesfaye, known globally as The Weeknd, has skyrocketed from the depths of mixtape anonymity to the blinding lights of Super Bowl fame. But who is the man behind the moody melodies? Born to Ethiopian immigrants, The Weeknd found his voice through the King of Pop, and now, he's the prince of alternative R&B!
Mixtape Maestro to Global Phenom
The Weeknd's 2011 mixtape, 'House of Balloons,' was just the beginning. Teaming up with Drake, he soared from the underground to the universal stage, signing with Republic Records. His voice, a blend of sultry and sad, became a siren song for the soul. Fast forward to 2015, and The Weeknd was unstoppable. 'Beauty Behind the Madness' turned the world on its ear, snagging Grammys and even an Oscar nomination. "Can't Feel My Face?" More like can't stop the fame!
'Starboy,' The Weeknd's 2016 masterpiece, was a constellation of stars, with Daft Punk and Kendrick Lamar lighting up the tracklist. And as if chart domination wasn't enough, the Super Bowl called, crowning The Weeknd as halftime royalty in 2021.
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The Weeknd's tale is one of transformation, from the shy son of immigrants to a superstar who commands the stage. With a voice that echoes the greats and a vision all his own, he's not just a starboy—he's a music legend in the making.
