The Weeknd is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and record producer. He is known for his dark and atmospheric sound, which is influenced by R&B, soul, and electronic music. The Weeknd was born Abel Tesfaye in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, in 1990. He began his career by uploading his music to YouTube in 2010. His early releases, such as "House of Balloons" and "Thursday," were met with critical acclaim, and he quickly gained a following. The Weeknd's debut studio album, Kiss Land, was released in 2013. The album was a commercial success, and it spawned the hit singles "Can't Feel My Face" and "The Hills." The Weeknd's second studio album, Beauty Behind the Madness, was released in 2015. The album was a critical and commercial success, and it won the Grammy Award for Best Urban Contemporary Album. The Weeknd's third studio album, Starboy, was released in 2016. The album was another commercial success, and it spawned the hit singles "Starboy" and "I Feel It Coming." The Weeknd has won numerous awards, including three Grammy Awards, six American Music Awards, and nine Billboard Music Awards. He has also been nominated for several other awards, including a Brit Award and a Juno Award. The Weeknd is one of the most popular and successful artists in the world. He has sold over 70 million records worldwide, and he has toured extensively throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. He is sure to continue to be one of the most popular artists in the world for years to come.