After Hours
The Weeknd · 2020
56 min · 14 tracks · contemporary R&B · alternative R&B
A haunting blend of pulsating synths and confessional lyrics that explore love, despair, and redemption.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with emotional highs haunting reflections on love lost late-night introspection and vulnerability
- Context
- Released on March 20, 2020, 'After Hours' marked The Weeknd's fourth studio album, following his critically acclaimed 'Starboy' from 2016. By this point, he had solidified his status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B and pop, showcasing a more introspective and mature sound compared to his earlier work.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, alternative R&B
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After Hours is an album by The Weeknd, released in 2020. A haunting blend of pulsating synths and confessional lyrics that explore love, despair, and redemption. 'After Hours' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and produced several chart-topping singles, including 'Blinding Lights,' which became one of the most successful songs of 2020. Its exploration of darker themes led to widespread critical acclaim and discussions about mental health, further cementing The Weeknd's influence on modern pop culture. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does After Hours sound like?
A haunting blend of pulsating synths and confessional lyrics that explore love, despair, and redemption. Rooted in contemporary R&B and alternative R&B. Start with "Alone Again".
Is After Hours a good place to start with The Weeknd?
Yes, After Hours is recommended as a starting point for new The Weeknd listeners. A haunting blend of pulsating synths and confessional lyrics that explore love, despair, and redemption. Released on March 20, 2020, 'After Hours' marked The Weeknd's fourth studio album, following his critically acclaimed 'Starboy' from 2016. By this point, he had solidified his status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B and pop, showcasing a more introspective and mature sound compared to his earlier work.
Who is After Hours for?
After Hours works well if you're into wave-like pacing with emotional highs, haunting reflections on love lost and late-night introspection and vulnerability.
How many songs are on After Hours?
After Hours has 14 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with Alone Again.
- 1 Alone Again Start here 4:12
- 2 Too Late 3:59
- 3 Hardest to Love 3:31
- 4 Scared to Live 3:11
- 5 Snowchild 4:07
- 6 Escape From LA 5:55
- 7 Heartless Standout 3:20
- 8 Faith 4:43
- 9 Blinding Lights Standout 3:24
- 10 In Your Eyes 3:57
- 11 Save Your Tears Standout 3:35
- 12 Repeat After Me (interlude) 3:15
- 13 After Hours 6:02
- 14 Until I Bleed Out 3:10
Release Date
March 20, 2020
Artist Origin
Canada
Runtime
56 min 21 sec
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