Abel Tesfaye considers retiring The Weeknd persona as he seeks new creative paths

Abel Tesfaye, known as The Weeknd, is considering retiring his musical persona after nearly 16 years. He expressed a lack of desire to continue in this role, citing mental exhaustion and the pressures of success. Tesfaye reflected on his recent experiences, including a canceled concert in September 2022 due to vocal issues. He believes this incident highlighted his need for change and the importance of knowing when to step back. His upcoming album, "Hurry Up Tomorrow," will be released on January 24, followed by a film of the same name on May 16. Tesfaye plans to explore new creative challenges beyond The Weeknd.