Pop and R&B superstar The Weeknd, born Abel Tesfaye, is gearing up for his new single with Atlanta’s Hip-Hop pioneer Future. Titled “Double Fantasy”, the single is produced by rap superproducers Metro Boomin and Mike Dean. Reportedly, the record serves as the lead single to ‘The Idol’ – an upcoming drama series created by Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye, Reza Fahim, and Sam Levinson- original soundtrack.
The Weeknd has teased the record numerous times. Previously, the Toronto-born singer, who recently linked up with Metro Boomin, 21 Savage and Rap mogul ‘Puff Daddy’ or Diddy on Creepin’ Remix, previewed the record during an Instagram live. The 17-second clip captured Weeknd amidst studio sessions with Mike Dean. Watch it here.
Further, The Weeknd crashed Metro Boomin’s “Trochella” live set at this year’s Coachella. Besides performing Creepin’ alongside Diddy and 21 Savage, the XO frontman performed the upcoming record as well. Watch The Weeknd performing ‘Double Fantasy’ here if you haven’t yet.
With the announcement, Future is gearing up for a busy summer. Yesterday, the Free Bandz CEO and Boomin announced that their debut joint album is “otw.” Read our report here.
The singer released the exclusive artwork alongside a release date. As per the Weeknd, the single is slated to drop tomorrow April 21st 2023. Check out the artwork here.
Since you’re here, listen to The Weeknd & Future’s top-selling records here.
