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Blinding Lights
The Weeknd's biggest hit combines 80s synthwave nostalgia with modern production, becoming one of the best-performing songs of all time.
About This Song
“Blinding Lights” is a song by Canadian singer the Weeknd, from his fourth studio album After Hours (2020). The song was released on November 29, 2019, through XO and Republic Records, as the album’s second single.
Song Information
Album: After Hours (2020)
Genre: Synthwave, Pop, R&B
Duration: 3:20
Label: XO Records
The song became The Weeknd’s biggest hit and one of the most successful songs of the 2020s decade.
Cultural and Musical Impact
“Blinding Lights” represents a significant moment in pop music:
80s Revival:
- Synthwave and retro-futuristic sound
- Nostalgic production with modern elements
- Influenced a wave of 80s-inspired pop music
Commercial Dominance:
- #1 in over 30 countries
- Longest-running #1 hit in Billboard Hot 100 history
- Most-streamed song globally in 2020
Artistic Achievement:
- Perfect blend of nostalgia and innovation
- Showcased The Weeknd’s artistic evolution
- Defined the sound of early 2020s pop
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Credits
- Artist: The Weeknd
- Album: After Hours
- Lyricist: The Weeknd
- Release Date: November 29, 2019
- Duration: 3:20
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