The Weeknd’s latest album, Hurry Up Tomorrow, has officially debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, selling an impressive 450,000 first-week units. This marks the biggest debut of his career and the largest album launch of 2025 so far—outperforming the next closest competitor by a staggering threefold margin.
According to Hits Daily Double, Hurry Up Tomorrow has surpassed The Weeknd’s previous first-week sales records, solidifying his place at the top of the music industry. The album’s first-week sales not only eclipse his own past releases but also set a new benchmark for album debuts this year.
The Weeknd’s Biggest First-Week Sales to Date
With Hurry Up Tomorrow moving 450,000 units in its opening week, the album now stands as The Weeknd’s most commercially successful debut. Below is a comparison of his previous first-week performances:
- Hurry Up Tomorrow – 450,000 units (2025)
- After Hours – 444,000 units (2020)
- Beauty Behind the Madness – 412,000 units (2015)
- Starboy – 348,000 units (2016)
The 450,000-unit total includes pure album sales, streaming-equivalent album (SEA) units, and track-equivalent album (TEA) units, reflecting The Weeknd’s dominance across both physical and digital platforms.
Record-Breaking Streaming Numbers
Beyond sales figures, Hurry Up Tomorrow also achieved remarkable success in streaming. In its first week, the album racked up 302.5 million Spotify streams, making it The Weeknd’s most-streamed album in its opening week.
For comparison, here’s how his past projects performed in their debut weeks on Spotify:
- Hurry Up Tomorrow – 302.5M streams
- After Hours – 263M streams
- Dawn FM – 245M streams
- Starboy – 220M streams
- My Dear Melancholy – 149M streams
- Beauty Behind the Madness – 83M streams
Additionally, Hurry Up Tomorrow earned 58 million streams on its first day, making it the biggest album debut of the year so far on the platform. These numbers demonstrate The Weeknd’s continued influence and the growing demand for his music.
Critical Reception and Industry Impact
Critics and fans alike have praised Hurry Up Tomorrow for its bold artistic direction, cohesive storytelling, and innovative production. Publications like The Independent have described it as “a feature-length film in album form,” commending its seamless transitions, cinematic soundscapes, and deeply personal lyricism.
The album is widely regarded as the final chapter of a trilogy that began with After Hours and continued with Dawn FM, marking the end of an era in The Weeknd’s career. Its themes explore fame, heartbreak, and existential reflection, packaged in a soundscape that blends electronic, R&B, and alternative influences.
The “After Hours Til Dawn 2025” Tour
To support the album, The Weeknd has announced the “After Hours Til Dawn 2025 Tour,” a massive 25-date stadium tour across North America. The tour will feature Playboi Carti as a co-headliner, with renowned producer Mike Dean as a special guest.
The tour kicks off on May 9 in Phoenix, AZ, with stops in major cities including:
- Los Angeles, CA
- Chicago, IL
- Toronto, ON
- Atlanta, GA
- Miami, FL
The Weeknd’s previous stadium tours have been highly successful, often selling out within hours. With Hurry Up Tomorrow breaking records, demand for tickets is expected to be extremely high.
The Weeknd’s Continued Legacy
With Hurry Up Tomorrow, The Weeknd has reaffirmed his position as one of the most influential artists in modern music. The album’s commercial and critical success underscores his ability to evolve creatively while maintaining mass appeal.
As he gears up for his upcoming tour, all eyes are on what The Weeknd will do next. If the numbers from Hurry Up Tomorrow are any indication, his reign in the industry is far from over.
For those who haven’t yet experienced the album, Hurry Up Tomorrow is available now on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify and Apple Music.
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