Unprepared certainty… 

The amount of callbacks, references and easter eggs to past chapters is insane. First off the actual house of balloons with deflated balloons everywhere. The overhead rotating shot of young Abel as his hair changes to all his famous old styles. Then the reflections of himself and how he looked throughout those past chapters and the end. This album is going to close The Weeknds story beautifully and create a finale we will remember forever

I love how this isn’t just “he is releasing a new album because it’s his last as The Weeknd.” you can tell this album is very special to him. It’s thought out but not just to satisfy his fans. It’s a new era but also a new him.

abel we need this album

I love when artists write music just to satisfy themselves. Always makes better music. This is art. This is a great piece my boy.

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="120">2:00</a> the way he gives a glimpse of how time has passed through KISSLAND, BBTM, STARBOY and AFTER HOURS is really more than INSANE...XOTWOD

Abel back at the House of Balloons 😭🎈XO 🖤

This is his STORY - Story of fighting loneliness by searching for “love”. The way of portraying is astonishing...

So many talented singers are talking about broken hearts and cheaters and people they dated in high school while Abel is talking about life and death and the after life and faith. This is why he will be remembered when a lot of his peers will fade

The religious vibe, the impeccable sound, the beautiful vocals, the feelings, the lyrics... It's going to be a completely new and beautiful album

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="175">2:55</a> those beautiful angelic vocals oh XO we’re eating good

Amazing storytelling. I'm glad I was born in a time that I could witness an artist create such a detailed story with music 😭😭😭

Ooohhh I almost cried at the end. Mother holding on to him. My son is 3 months old and I see my wife hold on to him like the end of the clip. Beautiful imagery.

This is so deep. Abel is the prodigal son. His inner child knows he was making the wrong decisions as the personage we know to be The Weeknd, so he is chasing his mom in an alternate reality because she was always the one ushering him in the right path from is adolescence. He finally catches up with her and for the first time he finds peace (as Abel--his momma’s baby). You can hear the song change affirm this notion. He is in his mom’s arms in God’s presence and is looking at her as if to say: “You were right, mom...I went the wrong way...this is where I always should have been.”

Over the years we watched The Weeknd change, his style, his music. I've been following Abel for 12 years and for me each new era he became darker and darker. I believe especially last eras were a cry for help. He often sang about fame, the prices that comes with fame, that he is not happy and himself anymore, and he is possessed by 'dark forces' of fame, how these things changed him. I deeply believe this new era will be his liberation. He became a child again, back to his mamas arms. ''They'll always find a way'' he says, but not anymore. He will be himself, 'Abel' one more time and I'm so happy and excited for it.

You can tell that this is a man who puts his whole heart and soul into his concepts. No other artist in history has quantified a simple music album into something so complex. The visuals, the allegories , the callbacks , the references, and most beautifully, room for owns interpretation. Each can have their own explanation for this. There’s something for everyone. He’s truly immersed himself and his fans into his world. And that’s something very few people can do.

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="9">00:09</a> All I have is, my legacy I been losing my memory No afterlife No other side I'm all alone When it fades to black Fades to black No afterlife No other side I'm all alone When it fades... There's no heavenly Where are you now? I know the city Oh-oh

I swear Abel has always been the hug I needed at my worst moments. I grew up with him and living thru every era with him has been so special for me. Trilogy, Kissland, BBTM, Starboy, MDM, After Hours, Dawn fm and everything in between have taught me so much. Seeing his constant desire to grow reminds me so much of myself, so hopeful despite the hardships life throws at you. I’m going to miss The Weeknd but I will always support you Abel! Thank you for being there for me. This is the beginning of the end. XO forever 🥺🫶🏼

I CLICKED AS SOON AS I SAW THE NOTIFICATION

The Goat is back! we are ready for this album!!!

This is art. Weeknd is absolutely on another level with this track! Because he caught the short on my channel about how rappers are blowing up, now his plays is off the charts.

I was hoping that “Wake me up” would be a part of this album and im so glad it is.

The angelic choir and Gregorian chant tunes in The Weeknd's songs have always been my favorite.

The beauty of this "the weeknd" and how much we have come to love this figure, is that it is only the beginning. What Able has to offer outside of "the weeknd" realm will truly be the pinnacle of expression. I very much look forward to the next phase, while clutching what we have as generational treasure.

Nah this last album with him as The Weeknd will be legendary. Gonna be the best trilogy and an epic closing to an amazing story of fame, pain, reflection, healing and transformation. Welcome home Abel ❤️

Intense, graphic, sexy, euphoric, provocative, edgy, thought-provoking Technically and visually stunning A compelling work of sciencе fiction A suspenseful exposé

Who’s here after watching the livestream! Absolutely perfect!! ❤️

Every time he drops a project it seems like therapy.

A modern trilogy inspired by Dante's "The Divine Comedy"; a modern take on classical themes of loss, epiphany and redemption. These are three chapters in this tale, there are the two trilogies in the weeeknd's journey, and there are millions of lives that were saved. Thank you Abel!

What distinguishes him from all others is that he really manages to create an experience through his music and man it’s captivating

NEW ERA IS UPON US

It’s cool that he is only making these videos like still animation pieces, because he’s reborn as a kid. That’s an awesome touch.

Throughout all his albums I felt he was a man of faith and took us in his spiritual journey, and now he’s back at the source!

The acoustic one is absolutely gorgeous. I am so fkn excited for this album.

Lyrics for <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="118">1:58</a> you can change locations you can change your name they will always find a way turn your life to nightmares ready for the chase they will always find a way ooooooohhhh, run away ooooooohhhh, run away you can ask forgiveness even when you pray they will always find a way my mama told me it'll never be the same they will always find a way

King of The Fall incoming

I have always believed, he's more than just another singer, he's a true artist. Personally, I only hope, this is not the end and we see more and more pieces coming from him

I don't know how many times I've watched it, but I'm constantly crying. I have never experiensed anything like this and you were able to share your childhood trauma with everyone.abel you are my hero✊️

The weeknd launched me to space with this one

I think we all agree that we need this album now 😫😫

You know.. all of Abel’s albums are fantastic but, I feel like he’s going to out do himself here. Everything about this album, everything leading up to it, gives me chills, he is truly an amazing singer, he will always be my favorite.🖤

Ending it off with the home that started it all is next level cinema🗣🗣

As much as I’m sad to see The Weeknd go I’m just as happy for your beginning as Abel

This should teach all of us to not hold on to the past it may have been good times or bad but sometimes it’s time to move on and grow into something greater to accomplish things and not hold on to pain

Drugs ,pain,guilt ,shame,sins,suffering, doubt ,trauma ,depression, obsession and all your demons....they will always find a way

We healing our inner child with this one🗣🗣🗣

this man is def in his peak rn, hands down top 5 artists of the whole 2010's decade & possibly the best in this decade so far quality wise. 🐐

The timing of this in my life personally was impeccable wow Abel

I love the part where he shows his mom and him its so touching

This is literal Art. He is the only artist who puts that much thought into his pieces

The last part with the guitar is so good, that is going to be my fav track on the album XO LET'S STREAM THIS ALBUM A MILLION TIMES TILL IT'S THE MOST STREAMED ALBUM OF 2024

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="155">2:35</a> when i watched this on insta 2 days ago this made me cry. im so exited for the new album but sad because its his last as the weeknd. seeing the balloons popped in the hob, his different hairstyles representing all his albums in the clock, the outfits of all his personas in the mirrors and him and his mother made me just start sobbing. abel’s album is going to be amazing i just know it

Absolutely, let's do this! Abel, we can already sense the enchanting rhythm in it. It's clear that we need an album, no doubt about it.

New Era , New album 🙏🏾

From the heartbeat intro to the acoustic vocals, it just hits the soul and mind differently ✨

I see myself 70 years old, listening to The weeknd again. Im 30 now

This is gonna be the most beautiful album and work of art, in the history of music.

That 2nd half gave me the chills and made me feel something

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="131">2:11</a> sounds like heaven

the way he tells personal stories through catchy melodies, appealing to his day ones and new ones, truly shows he's a master of his craft and vision 🙌🏽🫡 has to be the 🐐 for me

A mother's love always makes us return to our roots, who we really are, the purest love there is.

I love the refrence of his first mixtape house of balloons in <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="79">1:19</a> and then the clock moving back <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="105">1:45</a> like in his last album "We're going back in time" - How Do I Make You Love Me Feels like we're actually going back in time. And we are. I am so ready and so not ready for this album.

He left with a fire album came with a fire song 😍

Since hearing the weeknd in 2012 for the first time...I knew we would end up hear with all the accolades and an unmatched discography for the ages. It's just a reminder of how fast time flies so live it while you can.

This will be a total hit if this became a game to walk through and admire the scenery because it’s insaneeeee

He is making the universe collapsing with his voice

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="114">1:54</a> this part almost broke me into emotional as it reminded me of how far i gotten in life From seeing domestic abuse, phase of hurt back in 2017, loneliness of my highschool, covid, aunts passing, depression, healing, and now moving on. Abel if your reading these. (Which i know your a busy singer and person of popularity) Your music has helped me alot And now with me moving out its a huge time Especially leaving my mother and everyone i love as i continue my journey through life And with close freinds i trust im proud of how far ive come in life. As im writing this i am crying cause this album may be the last But this album will impact me in a good way. And since 2020 from after hours to now. Im proud to be a fan And going to your concert in denver changed my life to be a true fan I hope one day ill get to see you and bring my close freinds to meet you one day. Its okay if you dont cause in the end us XO will support you all the way. I will miss the weeknd but i will be welcoming abel in this new chapter of a era. As always XOKOTA XOTWOD XO24

I accualy think this album could be one of the best he made so far

We are experiencing a new era , this will be nostalgic in couple of years from now ❤️

New song from Weeknd came out,what a wonderful way to start the day.

For people who are wondering what is on the ground, it's balloons (House of Balloons). Symbolizing the party's over

Te amo mi amor, ya saca el álbum

THE BIGGEST ARTIST OF OUR GENERATION

Bro hits us with a dark synth wave orchestra song, then a soft acoustic ballad guitar ballad

That “run away” gives me circle vibes from posty 😭🖤

So hyped for this!!

This album will mark the turning point of music as a whole 🙏🙏🙏🙏

i am so grateful to be alive at the same time as he is, he is increadibly talented and blessed artist, his words and melodies touch my soul every time

Watching this during class. Nothing can stop me

The violin and cello are doing their job good

The production on this one is so Soulful and faithful It's like I'm drowning in water, optimistic and nihilistic at the same time

his mother hugging him at the end made me cry

Everything about this album looks and sounds perfect. the story is just so amazing and well put together. the vocals are majestic and the sound production is on another level. this album cannot disappoint as I have heard enough to already deem it a top album of the year. Could very well be his best work too.

Anyone else started crying halfway through for some unknown reason? Beauty, depth, the universe, God, music, forgiveness. So many thoughts and feelings.

from straight up sharp lines to beautiful tale ends, defines a heart, your heart, everyone's heart, all began with mom and so will end w her... why do I love The Weeknd so much? because he's an artist who's human not just human made pretty.

Thank goodness this video doesn't have ads, that way I can play it on loop without any interruptions

This story is so amazing, the transitions, the representation of his life and thoughts, his voice, everything together is like a hug to us, we need the album now! ❤

I love this vibe. Real atmospheric, almost heavenly.

WAKE ME UP IS PART OF THE ALBUM LFG!!!!!

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="208">3:28</a> ABEL ◇◇◇

I’m so ready for this new era

The mirrors were such an amazing touch

ABEL IS COOKING THIS RUN WILL BE LEGENDARY! ❤

This is truly heartfelt; my mother has been the only one that has been by my side no matter what. Despite the fact that she is states away and I rarely ever talk to her, I know she would be by my side no matter what would happen. She has always been there no matter what even in her time as not truly being there with the issues she's having. I'll always have her in my heart and she'll always have my in her heart. Even at the very end of time.

I've listened to this so many times I am way too excited for this album.

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="121">2:01</a> como isso aqui se transforma em todo o resto, não consigo parar de chorar escutando sua voz nesse instrumental com essas cenas, é a coisa mais linda que já vi em toda minha vida 😭😭😭

Bro's been edging us too much

Just when I thought I was prepared for the final chapter, Abel drops this masterpiece! The way he weaves together themes of birth, motherhood, and transformation is pure genius. The callbacks to his previous work are a testament to his dedication to storytelling. I'm emotional, I'm excited, and I'm ready to experience this new era with him. Thank you, Abel, for sharing your soul with us. XO forever #TheWeeknd #NewEra #XO

This project is the most beautiful thing to me

Man I love it. The concepts never cease to amaze me.

This smells like success.