the weekendIts sixth album, Tomorrow is earlyIn the end he could be released under his stage name.
The singer, whose real name is Abel Makkonen Tesfaye, says he is considering retiring the persona that has helped define his music and acting career following the Jan. 25 release of the album.
The Weeknd, 34, opened up about the next chapter in his life in a cover story diversity Published on Friday, January 10.
“It's a headspace I have to have that I have no desire for. I think it comes with a lot,” he explained. “You have a personality, but then you have the competition. It becomes this rat race: more accolades, more success, more shows, more albums, more awards and more. More No. 1. It's never over until you finish it.”
That thought came from a part Events on stage at Sophie Stadium its time After Hours Till Dawn Tour in 2022. The Weeknd broke his voice at the beginning of his show and never recovered. He eventually had to offer the audience a refund and promise a rescheduled date.
“Part of me was actually thinking, 'You've lost your voice because it's done; You said what you had to say. Don't over-party – you can end it now and live a happy life,'” he continued. “You know? Put a bow on it: hurry up tomorrow. Now we're here. When's the right time to leave if you're not at your peak. ?Once you figure out who I am too, then it's time to pivot.”
It goes without saying that The Weeknd is giving up on music. Although he has delved deeper into acting, also into music Tomorrow is early Movies, which also stars Jenna OrtegaHe admits that music will probably always be a part of his life.
“I don't think I can stop doing it. But everything has to feel like a challenge,” he said. “And for me right now, The Weeknd, whatever it is, has mastered it. No one can do the weekend better than me, and I can't do it better now. I think I've overcome every challenge as this character, and that's why I'm really excited about this film, because I love this challenge.”
The weekend is not about pleasing anyone else. For example, he admits that it is “unfortunate” that his The short-lived HBO show, IdolThere was so much criticism, but that's not why he did it. It was about his expression as an artist. That's why he's looking forward to his next challenge, whatever it may be.
“I just want to know what comes next,” he said. “I want to know how tomorrow will be.”