Abel Tesfaye, known worldwide as The Weeknd, has officially closed the chapter on his iconic persona with the release of his latest album, Hurry Up Tomorrow. The news sent shockwaves through the music industry, marking the end of an era for one of the most influential artists of the last decade.
Among the countless reactions pouring in from fans and celebrities alike, Shaquille O’Neal’s son, Myles B. O’Neal, dropped a two-word response that perfectly captured the excitement surrounding the moment.
Myles O’Neal’s Hype-Filled Reaction to The Weeknd’s Announcement
The Weeknd took to Instagram on Friday to unveil the cover art for Hurry Up Tomorrow, solidifying the end of his 14-year-old stage identity. As expected, the post was met with an outpouring of support and emotion from fans across the globe.
One standout reaction came from Myles B. O’Neal, son of basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal. The 26-year-old, who has been making a name for himself in the music and entertainment industry, jumped into the comment section with a short but powerful response:
“LETS GOOOO”, he wrote, encapsulating the energy and anticipation surrounding the album.
O’Neal’s excitement echoes the sentiment of millions of fans who have followed The Weeknd’s journey since his early days. Hurry Up Tomorrow serves as the final installment in a trilogy that began with After Hours (2020) and continued with Dawn FM (2022)—both of which solidified his place as a music industry titan.
The Weeknd on Retiring His Persona: ‘I’ve Mastered It’
Tesfaye has been teasing the end of “The Weeknd” for some time now. In an interview with Variety on January 24, he explained why he felt it was time to say goodbye to the moniker that made him a global superstar.
“For me right now, The Weeknd, whatever that is, it’s been mastered. No one’s gonna do The Weeknd better than me, and I’m not gonna do it better than what it is right now. I think I’ve overcome every challenge as this persona, and that’s why I’m really excited about this film, because I love this challenge.”
Despite retiring the persona, Tesfaye reassured fans that his creative journey is far from over.
“But I just want to know what comes after, I want to know what tomorrow looks like.”
With 117 million monthly Spotify listeners, multiple chart-topping hits, and the most-streamed song in Spotify history (Blinding Lights with over 4.6 billion streams), his impact is undeniable. Now, fans are eager to see what’s next as he transitions into a new artistic phase.
Shaq’s Return as DJ Diesel—And Myles O’Neal’s Hilarious Reaction
While Myles B. O’Neal celebrated The Weeknd’s major announcement, he also had something to say about another music industry move—his father’s return to the DJ scene.
Shaquille O’Neal, a four-time NBA champion and basketball Hall of Famer, has long had an alter ego as DJ Diesel. On Wednesday, he posted a new edit on Instagram, revealing upcoming tour dates for his DJ sets.
Myles took the opportunity to react with some humor, commenting:
As someone following in his father’s footsteps, not in basketball but in music, Myles B. O’Neal is making a name for himself in the DJ world. He recently performed at E11EVEN nightclub in Miami on New Year’s Eve, proving that the O’Neal name continues to thrive in multiple entertainment industries.
What’s Next for The Weeknd?
With Hurry Up Tomorrow marking the official conclusion of his long-running persona, Abel Tesfaye is now focused on new ventures. His next big project? A Hollywood debut in an upcoming film.
While fans may be saying goodbye to “The Weeknd” as they know him, Tesfaye’s evolution is only just beginning. And if the reaction from Myles B. O’Neal and millions of fans is any indication, the world is ready for whatever comes next.
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