The Weeknd

The Weeknd (born Abel Makkonen Tesfaye on February 16, 1990, in Toronto, Canada) is a Canadian singer-songwriter, record producer, and actor known for his atmospheric blend of alternative R&B, pop, and electronic music. Rising to prominence with his early 2011 mixtapes—House of Balloons, Thursday, and Echoes of Silence—he crafted moody, introspective soundscapes that helped define the alt‑R&B genre.
With multiple Grammys, a record‑breaking Super Bowl halftime show in 2021, and a distinct signature falsetto, The Weeknd is recognized as one of the most innovative and influential artists of his generation.