Nicki Minaj took to X (formerly Twitter) on September 19 to lavish praise on The Weeknd’s signature sweet falsetto. Her words did not go unnoticed.
Minaj, the ‘Super Bass’ rapper, wrote, “How does The Weeknd still have that sweet young sounding falsetto?” The Weeknd, whose real name is Abel Tesfaye, clearly appreciated the compliment and responded with three heart emojis, “💕💕💕.”
Earlier this month, The Weeknd brought a splash of excitement with a jaw-dropping concert at MorumBIS Stadium in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The event was livestreamed on YouTube and showcased a dazzling new stage design along with fresh tracks from his upcoming album, ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow.’
The concert featured a special appearance by Playboi Carti, who joined The Weeknd for a new single that’s generating a buzz. Carti also performed his hit ‘FE!N’ in collaboration with Travis Scott. Just before the epic show, The Weeknd had unveiled the cover art for ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ on Instagram, where he had already revealed the project’s title.
Despite the wave of positive news, The Weeknd has been open about his ongoing battles with mental health. In a candid conversation with Billboard Brazil earlier this month, he spoke about experiencing anxiety and panic attacks, emphasizing that these struggles are a constant part of his life. ‘I’m learning to control it, but I’ve already realized that it’s part of my life. I can’t escape it,’ he admitted.
Reflecting on his journey, The Weeknd also shared a surreal moment when he interviewed a younger version of himself, created through artificial intelligence. The younger ‘him’ revealed a love for music and asked, ‘How is your relationship with God?’ The adult Tesfaye responded, ‘You have a lot to look forward to.’
Amidst all the praise and ongoing challenges, The Weeknd continues to captivate fans and make waves in the music world. With a new album on the horizon and heartfelt moments shared with fans and fellow artists alike, there’s no doubt he’s got a lot more in store.
