The Weeknd
FAQs
- Why did The Weeknd boycott the Grammys?
The Weeknd stated in 2021 that he would no longer allow his label to submit his music to the Grammys. The announcement came after his 2020 hit album, 'After Hours,' was left off the nominations list.
- What are The Weeknd's most popular songs?
The Weeknd is best known for his hit singles, "Can't Feel My Face," "Starboy," "Blinding Lights" and "Save Your Tears." "Blinding Lights" broke a record for earning the most weeks as a top-five hit on the Billboard charts.
- Where did The Weeknd get his name?
The Weeknd revealed in a 2013 Reddit AMA that he adopted his stage name because he thought it "sounded cool." He dropped the second "e" to avoid confusion with a Canadian band of the same name.
