Overview
#SaveYourTearsTheWeeknd celebrated the 1980s-inspired synth-pop single from After Hours that reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, with an Ariana Grande remix extending its success.
Chart Success
“Save Your Tears” became The Weeknd’s fifth #1 solo hit and his second from After Hours after “Blinding Lights,” proving the album’s unprecedented longevity.
Musical Style
The track’s upbeat synth-pop production contrasted with its melancholy lyrics about regret, creating a “sad banger” that dominated 2021 playlists.
Ariana Grande Remix
The remix featuring Ariana Grande peaked at #1 in May 2021, giving both artists another chart-topper and introducing new audiences to the track.
Super Bowl Effect
The Weeknd’s Super Bowl LV halftime show performance in February 2021 reignited interest in After Hours tracks, boosting “Save Your Tears” to new peaks.
Chart Performance
- Peak: #1 Billboard Hot 100 (April 2021)
- Weeks in Top 10: 30+
- Streams: 2+ billion on Spotify
Music Video Controversy
The video featured The Weeknd with prosthetic facial alterations, continuing his disturbing aesthetic from the After Hours era.
Sources:
- Billboard: https://www.billboard.com/
- Super Bowl coverage