The Weeknd's biggest collaborations: From Ariana Grande to Calvin Harris
He's released some huge tunes 🎶
The Weeknd, also known by his real name Abel Tesfaye, has released some HUGE tracks over the years, and like most superstars has also teamed up with some of his fellow famous names in order to bring us some incredible collaborations. From icons such as Ariana Grande and Beyoncé, to megastars such like Kanye West and Calvin Harris, and the DJ supergroup Swedish House Mafia, The Weeknd has a rather impressive repertoire.
With a new song and album on the way and some exciting plans for 2025, we've taken the liberty of gathering together some of The Weeknd's biggest collaborations to date. We've included tracks that feature on his most recent album 'Dawn FM' - which was narrated by none other than comedian Jim Carrey (the collab we never knew we needed!).
Who has The Weeknd collaborated with?
Drake
The Weeknd first collaborated with Drake back in 2012. The two Toronto artists worked together on the songs 'Good Ones Go Interlude' and 'The Ride' off Drake's 2012 album 'Take Care'. The two collaborated again the following year, when Drake appeared on The Weeknd's song 'Live For' from his album 'Kiss Land.'
Sia
The Weeknd and Sia collaborated in 2013 when he appeared on her song 'Elastic Heart' alongside Diplo.
Ariana Grande (2014)
The Weeknd and Ariana Grande first collaborated in 2014 when he appeared on her song 'Love Me Harder' featured on her second album 'My Everything.'
Kanye West
The Weeknd and Kanye West first collaborated when The Weeknd appeared on Kanye's 2016 album 'The Life of Pablo', on the song 'FML.'
Beyoncé
The Weeknd collaborated with Queen Bey in 2016, appearing on '6 Inch' on her groundbreaking album 'Lemonade.'
Daft Punk
The Weeknd collaborated with famed French producers Daft Punk in 2016 on the singles 'Starboy' and 'I Feel It Coming' released as part of his 'Starboy' album.
Kendrick Lamar
The Weeknd and Kendrick Lamar collaborated in 2016, when Lamar appeared on The Weeknd's song 'Sidewalks' on his album 'Starboy'.
Calvin Harris
The Weeknd and Calvin Harris collaborated in 2020 on the song 'Over Now', a non album release.
Ariana Grande (2020)
The Weeknd and Ariana Grande collaborated again in 2020, when he appeared on her song 'Off the Table', as part of her album 'Positions.'
Doja Cat
The Weekend and Doja Cat collaborated in 2021 on her song 'You Right', released as part of her album 'Planet Her.'
Ariana Grande
The Weeknd and Ariana Grande collaborated when she appeared on a remix of his song 'Save Your Tears' in 2021.
Kanye West
The Weeknd appeared on Kanye West's song 'Hurricane' alongside Lil Baby. This song appeared on Kanye's massive album 'Donda'.
Swedish House Mafia
The Weeknd released 'Moth To A Flame' with Swedish House Mafia in 2021. The song was a Top 20 song for the collaborators.
Ariana Grande (2023)
The Weeknd and Ariana Grande released another collaboration together called 'Die For You' in 2023. The song is a remix of The Weeknd's 2017 song, and fans were delighted to see the pair team up once again.
Madonna
The Weeknd, Madonna and Playboi Carti teamed up in February 2024 on the catchy track 'Popular'. The song went viral on TikTok, as well as the music video amassing almost 8 million views within just a few days.
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