Abel Tesfaye, known professionally as The Weeknd, has indicated that he may be approaching the end of his journey as a music artist under this alias. In a recent interview with Variety, he reiterated his thoughts shared earlier in May 2024, expressing that his upcoming album, “Hurry Up Tomorrow,” could be his final project as The Weeknd. Tesfaye noted that he feels he has conveyed everything he intended through this persona.
The pressure to sustain and enhance The Weeknd’s remarkable commercial success has contributed to Tesfaye’s contemplation about stepping away from the identity. He described the challenges of maintaining a persona in a highly competitive music industry, emphasizing the exhausting pursuit of accolades and success that comes with it.
A significant turning point in Tesfaye’s career occurred when he lost his voice during a performance at SoFi Stadium in California. This incident led him to rethink his future in music, prompting reflections on whether it might be time to move on and embrace a different path.
Despite his considerations about leaving The Weeknd behind, Tesfaye clarified that he will continue to create music, prioritizing new challenges over past achievements. He expressed excitement about an upcoming film project, indicating a desire to explore new creative avenues.
“Hurry Up Tomorrow” is set to release on January 24th, with a companion film co-starring Jenna Ortega and Barry Keoghan, which will debut on May 16th. Both projects represent a new chapter for Tesfaye as he navigates his artistic evolution.