The Weeknd gained widespread critical acclaim for his three mixtapes: House of Balloons, Thursday, and Echoes of Silence, which he later compiled to make a remastered, three-disc album titled Trilogy after signing his record deal with Republic. In 2013, he released Kiss Land, which was considered to be his debut studio album.
In 2014, he dropped “Often,” a remix of Beyonce’s “Drunk In Love,” and “King of the Fall.” The Weeknd released two songs in collaboration with the film Fifty Shades of Grey, with Earned It becoming his solo breakout hit.
His second studio album became highly-anticipated, with riveting singles like The Hills and Can’t Feel My Face leaving fans hungry for more. Beauty Behind the Madness was released on August 28, 2015.
His third studio album, Starboy, was released on November 25, 2016. The Daft Punk-assisted title track led the project as its first official single, released on Wednesday, September 21, 2016, before becoming his third number one track in the United States, as also his home country, Canada. The effort was a commercial success, topping the Billboard 200 albums chart with over 348,000 copies sold in its first week, all eighteen tracks debuting on the Billboard Hot 100, receiving a GRAMMY Award for the Best Urban Contemporary Album, category at the 60th annual ceremony, overall for the second time in his music career and being ranked as the third most popular album of 2017 in the U.S.
Next came the My Dear Melancholy EP, released on March 30, 2018 and revolving around his breakups with Bella Hadid during summer of 2016 and Selena Gomez in October 2017. With the lead single, Call Out My Name, the Canadian singer earned the largest first-day Spotify stream count of any song released in 2018 at that time and his eighth Top 10 entry on Hot 100.
Tesfaye’s fourth studio album (and his first in three years), After Hours was officially released on March 20, 2020, and is named after a 1985 movie directed by his idol, Martin Scorsese. It was primarily supported by November 2019-released singles Heartless and Blinding Lights, with the pair becoming his fourth and fifth #1 singles in the US and the latter his first #1 single in the UK. The title track and In Your Eyes were also released as singles.
Although widely expected to receive multiple nominations for After Hours, Tesfaye failed to receive any nominations for the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards (2021). Tesfaye took to his social media to criticize the Recording Academy, claiming corruption. Speculation arose that the announcement of his then-upcoming Super Bowl performance as well as the discrepancy of being nominated as pop music versus R&B contributed to the snubs. On February 5, 2021 The Highlights was released, as his second greatest hits album. Tesfaye performed at the Super Bowl LV halftime show on February 7, 2021 after announcing he would perform in November 2020. He reportedly spent $7 million on his performance at the show. Despite having a mixed response, the show resulted in a surge in streaming and downloads for Tesfaye's After Hours album as well as for the seven other songs he performed.
His fifth album, Dawn FM was released on January 7, 2022, continuing the writing and production work with Swedish pop svengalis Max Martin and Oscar Holter. The album was preceded by the single Take My Breath in August 2021, with Sacrifice announced as the second single.
Live For
The Weeknd Lyrics
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They tryna make me slow down, tryna tell me how to live
I'm about to lose control (lose control)
Well they can watch me fuck it up all in one night
I'm in my city in the summer, camo'd out
Leather booted, kissing bitches in the club
They wanna threesome (threesome)
Then some (then some)
Me and my niggas we ain't never going broke
And you, have to
Do it all just to know where it gets you
Living dreams we can never afford
Now we sitting in the back saying
This the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for
With the people I'd die for
This the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for
With the people I'd die for
This the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for
With the people I'd die for
This the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for
With the people I'd die for
Yeah
This the shit that I live for
This the shit that I'd die for
This the shit you can't fake dawg
This the shit you need God for
How long do you think
It's gon' take for y'all to fall?
That's a serious question 'cause I'm seriously questioning all of y'all
Been touring the world man, I've done spent racks in all the malls
And they know my story, flaws and all, I still got plaques hanging wall to wall dawg
She just offered a strip tease, but she don't look like Demi Moore
Hips all on 45, waist all on 24
And it's all love in the city, still scream XO, when that Henny pour
But I'm that boy, not just any boy, what the fuck you think that I'm in it for
Roll up in that thing, got hoes like Prince, but they know I'm king
Chubbs might hold that thing, if he get caught, he'll be home by spring
Things I shouldn't share, I mean for the sake of my career
I'm not trynna stunt, I'm just tellin' you the truth, I swear
This the shit that I live for with the people I'd die for
This the shit you can't fake dawg, this the shit you need God for
This that shit we really gotta talk about in person
There's some shit I need to work on, but I know you see me working
Nigga, champagne
This the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for
With the people I'd die for
This the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for
With the people I'd die for
This the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for
With the people I'd die for
This the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for
With the people I'd die for
The Weeknd's song Live For is an ode to the high life, a celebration of fame, fortune, and the joys of living in the fast lane. The opening lines suggest that the singer has been partying a lot and needs to take a break to sober up. However, he doesn't want to be told how to live his life or to slow down. He'd rather lose control and indulge in reckless behavior. The lines "They wanna threesome (threesome) / Then some (then some)" suggest the casual and meaningless nature of his relationships.
The chorus "This the shit that I live for / With the people I'd die for" suggests that the singer loves the thrill of the celebrity lifestyle and the company of his close friends. He enjoys spending his money on anything he wants, living out his wildest dreams, and partying until he can't even remember his own name. However, he is aware that this lifestyle comes with its own set of problems, which he alludes to in the lines "Things I shouldn't share, I mean for the sake of my career / I'm not trynna stunt, I'm just tellin' you the truth, I swear." Despite the pitfalls, he's still willing to take the risk and keep living the high life because it's the shit he lives for.
Line by Line Meaning
Getting sober for a day, got me feeling too low
Taking a break from drugs and alcohol for just one day has left me feeling depressed and unmotivated.
They tryna make me slow down, tryna tell me how to live
People are constantly criticizing me and trying to control my lifestyle.
I'm about to lose control (lose control)
I feel like I'm on the brink of losing my grasp on reality and becoming overwhelmed.
Well they can watch me fuck it up all in one night
I don't care if people judge me for acting recklessly in one night because I'll do what I please.
I'm in my city in the summer, camo'd out
I love to blend in with the vibe of my city during the summertime by wearing camouflage clothing.
Leather booted, kissing bitches in the club
I'm living my best life in the club scene by wearing my best leather boots and kissing multiple women.
They wanna threesome (threesome)
These women are interested in having a sexual experience with me and another person.
Then some (then some)
And possibly even involving more than just three people.
Spend whatever come in, fuck an income
I don't care about saving money, I'll spend whatever I earn.
Me and my niggas we ain't never going broke
My close group of friends and I will always be financially stable, never running out of money.
And you, have to
I'm addressing the listener and suggesting that they also need to experience living life to its fullest.
Do it all just to know where it gets you
Try everything in life to see where it takes you and what experiences it brings.
Living dreams we can never afford
We aspire for lifestyles and experiences that are out of our financial reach.
Now we sitting in the back saying
After experiencing these dreams and living life to the fullest, we can now sit back and reminisce on those moments.
This the shit that I live for
The experiences and lifestyle I am currently engaging in are what truly matter to me.
With the people I'd die for
I cherish the relationships and connections I have with the people closest to me.
This the shit you need God for
These experiences and indulgences may require divine intervention for justification or forgiveness.
How long do you think
I'm asking the listener how much longer they think they can keep up this lifestyle without consequences.
It's gon' take for y'all to fall?
When will all of us finally face the negative repercussions of our risky behavior?
That's a serious question 'cause I'm seriously questioning all of y'all
I am genuinely concerned for the wellbeing and future of everyone involved in this lifestyle.
Been touring the world man, I've done spent racks in all the malls
I've spent a lot of money while touring across the world, even in high-end shops.
And they know my story, flaws and all, I still got plaques hanging wall to wall dawg
People are aware of my past mistakes, but I've still been recognized and awarded for my accomplishments.
She just offered a strip tease, but she don't look like Demi Moore
A woman offered to strip, but she doesn't match the stereotype of a typical stripper.
Hips all on 45, waist all on 24
The woman has an exaggerated hourglass figure.
And it's all love in the city, still scream XO, when that Henny pour
Drinking Hennessy in my city brings about feelings of love and positivity for those involved in our lifestyle.
But I'm that boy, not just any boy, what the fuck you think that I'm in it for
I am not just any ordinary person, so why would I live a typical or mundane life?
Roll up in that thing, got hoes like Prince, but they know I'm king
I arrive in my luxurious vehicle and am surrounded by many beautiful women, but they recognize that I am the one in charge.
Chubbs might hold that thing, if he get caught, he'll be home by spring
My loyal friend Chubbs is taking precautions and is willing to take legal responsibility for our actions to protect us.
Things I shouldn't share, I mean for the sake of my career
There are certain private and controversial things that I won't share publicly, as it could potentially damage my career.
I'm not trynna stunt, I'm just tellin' you the truth, I swear
I am being honest and transparent about my lifestyle and experiences, not trying to show off or impress anyone.
This that shit we really gotta talk about in person
There are certain things that are better to discuss in a face-to-face conversation instead of over the phone or text.
There's some shit I need to work on, but I know you see me working
There are room for self-improvement and growth, but I am actively making an effort to change and better myself.
Nigga, champagne
Toasting with champagne is a symbol of our extravagant and indulgent lifestyle.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ABEL TESFAYE, AHMAD BALSHE, AUBREY DRAKE GRAHAM, JASON MATTHEW QUENNEVILLE, DANNY SCHOFIELD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lunar8023
[Verse 1: The Weeknd]
Getting sober for a day got me feeling too low (Oh)
They tryna make me slow down
Tryna tell me how to live, I'm about to lose control (Lose control, oh)
Well they can watch me fuck it up all in one night
I'm in my city in the summer, camo'd out, leather booted, kissing bitches in the club
They wanna threesome (Threesome), then some (Then some)
Spend whatever come in, fuck an income
Me and my niggas we ain't never going broke
And you, have to, do it all
Just to know where it gets you
Living dreams we can never afford
Now, we sitting in the back, sayin'
[Chorus: The Weeknd]
This the shit that I live for, this the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for, with the people I'd die for
This the shit that I live for, this the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for, with the people I'd die for
This the shit that I live for, this the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for, with the people I'd die for
This the shit that I live for, this the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for, with the people I'd die for
--
[Chorus: The Weeknd]
This the shit that I live for, this the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for, with the people I'd die for
This the shit that I live for, this the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for, with the people I'd die for
This the shit that I live for, this the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for, with the people I'd die for
This the shit that I live for, this the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for, with the people I'd die for
@lesleynycol
Verse 1: The Weeknd]
Getting sober for a day
Got me feeling too low
They tryna make me slow down
Tryna tell me how to live
I'm about to lose control
Well they can watch me fuck it up all in one night
I'm in my city in the summer
Camo'd out, leather booted
Kissing bitches in the club
They wanna threesome, then some
Spend whatever come in, fuck an income
Me and my niggas we ain't never going broke
And you, have to, do it all
Just to know where it gets you
Living dreams we can never afford
Now we sitting in the back saying
[Hook: The Weeknd]
This the shit that I live for, this the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for, with the people I'd die for
This the shit that I live for, this the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for, with the people I'd die for
This the shit that I live for, this the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for, with the people I'd die for
This the shit that I live for, this the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for, with the people I'd die for
[Verse 2: Drake]
Yeah
This the shit that I live for, this the shit that I'd die for
This the shit you can't fake dawg, this the shit you need God for
How long do you think it's gon' take for y'all to fall
That's a serious question because I seriously question all of y'all
Been touring the world man, I've done spent racks in all the malls
And they know my story, flaws and all
I still got plaques hanging wall to wall dawg
She just offered a strip tease, but she don't look like Demi Moore
Hips all on 45, waist all on 24
And it's all love in the city, still scream XO, when that Henny pour
But I'm that boy, not just any boy, what the fuck you think that I'm in it for
Roll up in that thing, got hoes like Prince, but they know I'm king
Chubbs might hold that thing, if he get caught, he'll be home by spring
Things I shouldn't share, I mean for the sake of my career
I'm not tryna stunt, I'm just tellin' you the truth, I swear
This the shit that I live for with the people I'd die for
This the shit you can't fake dawg, this the shit you need God for
This that shit we really gotta talk about in person
There's some shit I need to work on, but I know you see me working
Nigga, champagne...
[Hook: The Weeknd]
This the shit that I live for, this the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for, with the people I'd die for
This the shit that I live for, this the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for, with the people I'd die for
This the shit that I live for, this the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for, with the people I'd die for
This the shit that I live for, this the shit that I live for
This the shit that I live for, with the people I'd die for
Your welcome
@NIK-bs4vp
Almost 2022 and this song is still a masterpiece
@londonpain45
🤷🏾♂️🔥
@lookatmyname6189
It's almost the middle of 22 and shyt is still fire 🔥 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@fourkick
Dont worry, Abel is timeless
@streambuttertillitturnto1b712
Yes
@DaanV9
Almost 2023.. damn time goes so fast
@MistSpirit
It's always such a fantastic song and when its 2 artists got together it was a good fusion. Kissland is his best album for me, the instrumentals, the atmosphere and everything surrounding this gem was out of this time.
@AlexGarcia-qc3cj
Drake and The Weeknd have to make more songs together
@sk88boarding
+AlexG weeknd pepe lmao
@EviGranger
+AlexG your pic...unforgetable xD