The rise of The Weeknd.

Abel Makkonen Tesfaye, known professionally as the Weeknd, is a Canadian singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor. Known for his sonic versatility and dark lyricism, his music explores escapism, romance, and melancholia, and is often inspired by personal experiences.

(0:00) The Weeknd  Super Bowl Dream

(0:54) The Weend Controlling the Airwaves 

(2:32) Abel Tesfaye's Childhood  

(3:12) Abel Tesfaye's Becoming The Weeknd 

(5:25) The Weeknd Taking Over  

(8:15) The Weeknd Award Season

(9:41) The Weeknd Completing Side Missions 

(10:09) The Weeknd's Fight with Addiction 

(12:39) The Weeknd Taking a Stand Against The Grammys

(13:32) The Weeknd's Community Service 

(15:00) The Weeknd Creating “The Idol” TV Show 

(15:31) The Weeknd's Acting Career 

(15:49)  The Weeknd's Future