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 โOften,โ a remix of Beyonceโs โDrunk In Love,โ and โKing of the Fall.โ 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 Canโt 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.
Tesfayeโs 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.
Table Girls
the weeknd Lyrics
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Uh
Ay, ayy
Yeah, yeah
Been on another level since you came, no more pain
You look into my eyes
You're in my world now, you can stay, you can stay
But you belong to me, ooh, you belong to me
If it hurts to breathe, open the window (yeah, ooh)
Oh, your mind wants to leave but you can't go (yeah, yeah, oh)
This is a happy house (yeah, a happy house)
We're happy here (we're happy here)
In a happy house
Oh, this is fun (fun, fun, fun)
Fun (fun, fun, fun)
Fun (fun, fun, fun) (this is fun)
Whoa (ooh)
(Whoa, whoa)
The music got you lost
Nights pass so much quicker than the days did
Same clothes, you ain't ready for your day shift
This place will burn you up (up, up)
Baby it's okay, them my niggas next door
And they working in the trap, so get naughty if you want
So don't blame it on me that you didn't call your home, oh
Just don't blame it on me, girl, 'cause you wanted to have fun
If it hurts to breathe, open the window (ooh, ooh, yeah, yeah, yeah)
Oh, your mind wants to leave but you can't go (but you won't go, ohh)
This is a happy house
We're happy here
In a happy house
Oh this is (fun, fun, fun) (this is fun)
Fun (fun, fun, fun) (this is fun for me)
Fun (fun, fun, fun)
Whoa (whoa)
(Whoa, whoa)
Bring the 707 out
Bring the 707 out
Bring the 707 out
Bring the 707 out, uh
Bring the 707 out
Bring the 7
Two puffs for the lady who be down for that
Whatever, together
Bring your own stash of the greatest, trade it
Roll a dub, burn a dub, cough a dub, taste it
Then watch us chase it
With a handful of pills, no chasers
Jaw clenching on some super-sized papers
She bad and her head bad
Escaping, her van is a Wonderland
And it's half-past six
Read skies 'cause time don't exist
But when the stars shine back to the crib
Superstar lines back at the crib
And we can test out the tables, uh
We got some brand new tables
All glass and it's four feet wide
But it's a must to get us ten feet high
She give me sex in a handbag
I get her wetter than a Wet Nap
And no closed doors
So I listen to her moans echo
"I heard he do drugs now"
You heard wrong, I been on it for a minute
We just never act a fool
That's just how we fuckin' live it
And when we act a fool
It's probably 'cause we mixed it
Yeah I'm always on that okey dokey
Them white boys know the deal
Ain't no fuckin' phony
Big O know the deal
He the one who showed me
Watch me ride this fucking beat
Like he fuckin' told me
"Is that your girl, what's her fucking story?"
"She kinda bad but she ride it like a fucking pony"
I cut down on her man, be her fuckin' story
Yeah I'm talking 'bout you man, get to know me
Ain't no offense, though, I promise you
If you a real man, dude, you gon' decide the truth
But I'm a nice dude with some nice dreams
And we could turn this to a nightmare, Elm Street
La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la
I'm so gone, so gone
Bring out the glass tables
(Ooh, ooh)
With the 707 out
La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la
I'm so gone, so gone
Bring out the glass tables
(La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la) (ooh, ooh)
With the 707 out
La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la
I'm so gone, so gone
Bring out the glass tables
(La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la) (ooh, ooh)
With the 707 out
La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la
I'm so gone, so gone
Bring out the glass tables
With the 707 out
(La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la)
The 707 out
(La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la)
707 out
(La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la)
Whoa, ohh
(La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la)
(La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la)
The Weekndโs song Table Girls, takes a peek into the musicianโs hedonistic lifestyle as he engages in drugs, sex, and pleasure with his table girls. The lyrics evoke a sense of rebellion and abandon, as he sings about living life on the edge, in a world where time does not exist. The opening lines suggest that since meeting the table girls, everything in his life has become better, and he no longer experiences pain. The next line, "you look into my eyes, you can't recognize my face" suggests that he doesn't even recognize himself anymore because of the changes that have taken place since meeting the table girls.
The stanza "If it hurts to breathe, open the window, oh your mind wants to leave but you can't go" implies that he is struggling to keep up with his table girls but is willing to endure any pain that comes with the party lifestyle. The chorus emphasizes that he and his table girls are happy, and everything is fun in their world. The term โhappy houseโ is also significant as it suggests that even though the lifestyle they live may be negative, all the members involved are happy and content engaging in these activities.
In the last section of the song, The Weeknd sings about getting lost in music, drugs, and sex with a particular girl. The line "she give me sex in a handbag" paints an image of someone who is reckless and promiscuous. He also sings about living life with a carefree and hedonistic mentality as he acts like there are not any consequences to his actions. In conclusion, Table Girls by The Weeknd is a song that celebrates hedonism, pleasure, and the party lifestyle without worry or care.
Line by Line Meaning
Been on another level since you came, no more pain
My life has gotten so much better since you showed up and I no longer feel the same pain that I used to.
You look into my eyes, you can't recognize my face
My love for you is so intense that it has transformed me into a different person, unrecognizable from who I once was.
You're in my world now, you can stay, you can stay
You have entered my world and are welcome to stay here as long as you want because I want you to be a part of my life.
But you belong to me, you belong to me
Although you have a choice, ultimately you belong to me and are mine to keep.
If it hurts to breathe, open the window
If you are feeling overwhelmed or suffocated, try to relieve some of that pressure by opening a window and letting fresh air in.
Oh, your mind wants to leave but you can't go
Even if your mind is urging you to leave, you feel trapped and unable to move on.
This is a happy house, we're happy here
This is a place of happiness and contentment where we can be ourselves and enjoy each other's company.
In a happy house, oh this is fun
Being in this happy environment is truly enjoyable and fun.
Music got you lost
The music is so intoxicating that it has made you lose your sense of self and become fully immersed in the moment.
Nights pass so much quicker than the days did
Time seems to move faster when we are having fun and enjoying ourselves.
Same clothes, you ain't ready for your day shift
You are still wearing the same clothes from last night and are not prepared for work in the morning.
This place will burn you up
This environment is intense and potentially dangerous, it can consume and overwhelm you.
But baby it's okay, them my niggas next door
I have a support system here with my friends nearby to protect us and help us if needed.
And they working in the trap, so get naughty if you want
My friends are involved in illegal activities, so feel free to let loose and do whatever you desire without fear of judgement or consequences.
So don't blame it on me that you didn't call your home
If you end up staying out all night and neglecting to contact your loved ones, do not blame me for your own actions.
So don't blame it on me, girl, 'cause you wanted to have fun
Your desire to have fun and enjoy yourself is the reason you stayed out late, so do not blame me for your decision.
Bring the 707 out
Get ready to party and let loose by bringing out the party drug MDMA (also known as 707).
Two puffs for the lady who be down for that
I am offering to share the MDMA with any woman who is willing to join in the festivities.
Whatever, together
Let's do whatever we want together and enjoy ourselves with no worries or regrets.
Bring your own stash of the greatest, trade it
If you have your own drugs, bring them with you and let's trade and share with each other.
Roll a dub, burn a dub, cough a dub, taste it
Let's smoke a rolled joint, light it up, inhale heavily, cough it out and enjoy the taste and effects of the drug.
Then watch us chase it
Let's all watch each other as we get high and experience the effects of the drug.
With a handful of pills, no chasers
We are taking pills without any chasers to enhance the experience and feel the full effects of the drugs.
Jaw clenching on some super-sized papers
Our jaws are clenched together and we are smoking super-sized rolling papers while high on drugs.
And she bad and her head bad
This woman is attractive and also appears to be high on drugs.
Escaping, her van is a Wonderland
She is escaping from reality and her van feels like a magical Wonderland.
And it's half-past six
It is early in the morning at 6:30 AM.
Read skies 'cause time don't exist
Time is irrelevant and we can do whatever we want without the constraints of time.
But when the stars shine back to the crib
When the stars shine, it is time to head back home.
Superstar lines back at the crib
Upon arriving home, we will do more drugs and party some more in a way that feels like we are superstars.
And we can test out the tables
We can try out the new glass tables that have been brought out for drug use.
Got some brand new tables
New tables have been acquired for drug use.
All glass and it's four feet wide
The new tables are made entirely of glass and are four feet wide.
But it's a must to get us ten feet high
We need to be high on drugs to enjoy the new tables fully.
She give me sex in a handbag
She is willing to have sex with me anywhere and at any time, even in a handbag.
I get her wetter than a wet nap
I am able to turn her on so much that she becomes extremely aroused.
And no closed doors
We have no need for privacy or secrecy as we indulge in our desires in an open and free environment.
So I listen to her moans echo
I am fully enjoying listening to her moans of pleasure reverberate around the room.
"I heard he do drugs now"
Rumors have spread that I am now involved in drug use.
You heard wrong, I been on it for a minute
These rumors are false, as I have actually been involved in drug use for a while now.
We just never act a fool
Despite our drug use, we are still able to maintain control and not act recklessly.
That's just how we fuckin' live it
This is simply the way we choose to live our lives and we will not apologize for it.
And when we act a fool
On the rare occasion that we do act foolishly, it is because we have mixed different drugs together, causing us to lose control.
It's probably 'cause we mixed it
Our loss of control is likely the result of mixing different drugs together.
Yeah I'm always on that okey dokey
I am always down to use drugs and get high.
Them white boys know the deal
My white friends are very familiar with drug use and understand it well.
Ain't no fuckin' phony
I am being real and honest about my drug use.
Big O know the deal
My friend Big O is also well-versed in drug use and understands the lifestyle.
He the one who showed me
Big O is the person who introduced me to drug use and the drug culture.
Watch me ride this fucking beat
Observe me as I flow confidently and smoothly over this musical rhythm.
Like he fuckin' told me
As if I am following the instructions and advice given to me by Big O.
"Is that your girl, what's her fucking story?"
I am curious about the backstory of the woman who is with me.
"She kinda bad but she ride it like a fucking pony"
She is attractive and is able to handle herself well in a sexual situation.
I cut down on her man, be her fuckin' story
I will have sex with her and become her new story to tell.
Yeah I'm talking 'bout you man, get to know me
I am addressing the man who is with the woman and inviting him to get to know me better.
Ain't no offense, though, I promise you
I mean no offense and am promising not to cause any trouble.
If you a real man, dude, you gon' decide the truth
If you are a confident and secure man, you will be able to determine the truth of the situation for yourself.
But I'm a nice dude with some nice dreams
I am a kind and friendly person with positive aspirations and goals.
And we could turn this to a nightmare: Elm Street
However, if the situation were to turn bad, it could become a real-life nightmare like the horror movie series 'A Nightmare on Elm Street'.
La la la la la la la la
Repetitive vocalizations to enhance the musical composition.
I'm so gone, so gone
I am extremely high on drugs and in a euphoric state.
Bring out the glass tables
Retrieve the newly acquired glass tables for drug use.
Bring the 707 out
Retrieve the MDMA drug for use in the partying.
Lyrics ยฉ DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Anthem Entertainment, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Abel Tesfaye, Carlo Montagnese, Steven John Severin, Susan Janet Ballion, Martin McKinney
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@aminsidiali
@@atom0824 there are definitely layers to that lyric.
1. people change. the weeknd discusses the subtle disappointing women have upon learning of his true nature or demons. or how he has changed/will change over time.
2. they're so fucking faded that nothing makes sense and you cant recognize anyone.
its not the most lyrically complex line, but it is very good, simplistic, and arguably relatable.
@m0chamacar0n
i fucking screamed when he started to sing this at the super bowl, someone tell me it wasn't just me lmao
@iwatchtoomuchhaikyuu5307
I got legit chills I didnt expect it
@ereny2011
You're the only one๐
@lukemurphy169
Trust me all of xo did
@ok-bl3bh
Omg same I didnโt think heโd perform this but Iโm so glad he did
@Brittneynicoleee
Seriously I literally fell in love with him all over again โค๏ธโค๏ธ
@ndrkr00
THAT TRANSITION WAS INSAAAANE
@yasminsaldana8423
helll yeahhhh
@kennxo6173
Shit was too fire ๐ฅ
@filydembele1851
Best part of the show for sure