The man behind hits like “Blinding Lights” now wants to continue. Abel Tesfaye has said he wants to end the name by which he became known around the world: The Weeknd. The realization of this project, which was announced a few years ago, is imminent.

The Weeknd’s impersonation will follow soon

Canadian singer The Weeknd, who will be appearing on HBO’s “The Idol” on June 5, gave an interview to W magazine.

During this interview, the “I Feel Itcoming” performer revealed. his plan to change his stage name. The 33-year-old artist didn’t say whether he would revert to his real name or someone else entirely. In that interview he said: “I still want to kill The Weeknd… I’m trying to get rid of that skin and be reborn“. The music star had already mentioned thathe would not pursue his entire musical career as The Weeknd. Thus, according to the musician, this moment is near.

The Weeknd’s latest album is in the works

Although this star has decided to end the The Weeknd era, he has no plans to give up music.

In fact, he will continue to produce songs. Over and beyond, This artist is busy preparing a new work which he will continue to sign under his current stage name. He assures: “The album I’m working on will probably be my last as The Weeknd.“. The artist has suggested including his new work in the trilogy which started with Afters Hours in 2020 and continued with Dawn in 2022. No title has been announced for the new CD, which is still in development. While awaiting the release of this new music collection and impersonation, the singer-songwriter is due in Italy for a double date as part of his world tour in July.

A look at the artist’s journey

The Weeknd, who covered Die for You with Ariana Grande, burst onto the music scene in 2009. He has released five albums, all of which have been hits. He has won the prestigious Grammy Awards four times over the course of his career. Afterward, The Canadian received an Oscar nomination for the single “Earned It”. The Times also listed him as one of the most influential people in the world. In addition, the pop star was twice included in the Guinness Book of Records. As for his film career, he was cast for one of the central roles in The Idol. He also serves as the producer of this series. The pop star also scored “Avatar: The Way of Water”.