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Released 10 years ago

Starboy

The Weeknd · 2016

72 min · 19 tracks · contemporary R&B · alternative R&B

A sleek blend of alternative R&B and pop that marries moody synths with The Weeknd's haunting falsetto.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like dynamic flow
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • contemplative late-night vibes
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 25, 2016, 'Starboy' marked The Weeknd's third studio album, following his breakthrough record 'Beauty Behind the Madness'. At this point in his career, he had solidified his position as a leading figure in contemporary R&B and pop, aiming to expand his musical palette while collaborating with major artists like Daft Punk.
Stylistic neighbors
Frank Ocean· Miguel· SZA

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Starboy 3:50
  • 2 Party Monster 4:09
  • 3 False Alarm 3:40
  • 4 Reminder 3:38
  • 5 Rockin’ 3:52
  • 6 Secrets 4:25
  • 7 True Colors 3:26
  • 8 Stargirl Interlude 1:51
  • 9 Sidewalks 3:51
  • 10 Six Feet Under 3:57
  • 11 Love to Lay 3:43
  • 12 A Lonely Night 3:40
  • 13 Attention 3:17
  • 14 Ordinary Life 3:41
  • 15 Nothing Without You 3:18
  • 16 All I Know 5:21
  • 17 Die for You 4:20
  • 18 I Feel It Coming 4:29
  • 19 Starboy (Kygo remix) 4:04

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata