The Weeknd Shatters Records with Historic Tour and Billion-Dollar Catalogue Partnership

A Landmark Year for the Global Superstar

Canadian music icon The Weeknd has cemented his status as one of the world’s most influential artists in 2025, achieving unprecedented commercial success and reconciliation with the music industry’s most prestigious institution. The Weeknd and Lyric Capital Group have closed a deal forming a business venture together wherein Lyric has invested in the artist’s music catalog from inception through 2025, with reports stating that the assets were going for at least $1 billion. This groundbreaking partnership represents one of the most significant deals in contemporary music history.

Record-Breaking Tour Success

The Weeknd’s ‘After Hours Til Dawn’ tour has surpassed $1 billion, making it the top-earning tour by a male solo artist in history, with over 7.5 million tickets sold across 53 shows. The tour’s remarkable achievement places The Weeknd alongside music’s elite, whilst demonstrating his unparalleled global appeal. With more than 120 million monthly listeners on Spotify alone, his tour recently passed the $1 billion mark, setting a record for a solo male artist.

Grammy Reconciliation and Catalogue Deal

In February 2025, The Weeknd made his highly anticipated return to the GRAMMY stage after a three-year boycott, performing a medley of ‘Cry For Me’ and ‘Timeless’. This momentous appearance followed years of tensions regarding transparency in the awards process. Meanwhile, his historic catalogue partnership with Lyric Capital demonstrates a new model for artist equity. The deal sees the Weeknd maintaining creative control over the catalog and remaining shareholders and owners in the company, distinguishing it from traditional catalogue sales.

Humanitarian Efforts Continue

Beyond his commercial achievements, The Weeknd has demonstrated significant commitment to humanitarian causes. From the ‘After Hours Til Dawn’ tour, the Weeknd has donated more than $8.5 million to the XO Humanitarian Fund and Global Citizen. His charitable work extends globally, supporting communities affected by natural disasters and food insecurity, showcasing the artist’s dedication to using his platform for positive change.

Looking Ahead

As The Weeknd continues his unprecedented momentum, the tour will continue with 40-plus added dates across Mexico, Brazil, Europe and the U.K. in 2026. His ability to balance artistic integrity with commercial success whilst maintaining creative control sets a new standard for contemporary artists navigating the modern music industry.