Released: August 28, 2015
Genre: R&B, Pop, Alternative R&B
Label: XO, Republic
Length: 1hr 5min
Beauty Behind the Madness (2015) marked The Weeknd’s mainstream breakthrough, blending dark, moody R&B with pop and alternative influences. Featuring hits like "Can't Feel My Face," "The Hills," and "Earned It," the album showcases his signature atmospheric production and introspective lyricism. The project explores themes of fame, excess, and emotional turmoil, solidifying The Weeknd as a global superstar and earning him critical acclaim, multiple awards, and a Grammy win for Best Urban Contemporary Album.