The Weeknd – Hurry Up Tomorrow (2xLP, Complete Edition)

Hurry Up Tomorrow marks a bold and emotional finale to the trilogy that began with After Hours and Dawn FM. On this record, The Weeknd—possibly for the last time under that moniker—dives even deeper into themes of identity, fame, and the cost of living as a constructed persona. The album’s production is cinematic and atmospheric, weaving in shimmering synths, 80s-inspired beats, and orchestral elements. It feels like a farewell letter—moody, reflective, and at times painfully honest—where Abel Tesfaye deconstructs The Weeknd character and invites listeners to witness the emotional fallout.

Across the album’s expansive runtime, Tesfaye collaborates with a wide range of artists including Lana Del Rey, Florence and the Machine, Travis Scott, and Justice. These features help amplify the album’s operatic scale and variety, while producers like Mike Dean and Max Martin elevate the drama with sleek, textured arrangements. Hurry Up Tomorrow isn’t about hits; it’s about closure, introspection, and artistic evolution. The result is a stunning, immersive record that’s as emotionally raw as it is sonically polished.

Reviews

– “A masterfully produced, emotionally charged farewell that cements The Weeknd’s legacy.” – Consequence

– “Equal parts intimate and cinematic—Tesfaye’s most ambitious work to date.” – The Independent

– “A grand conclusion to a carefully crafted narrative arc.” – Pitchfork

– “It’s not just an album; it’s a statement about fame, love, and what comes next.” – Rolling Stone