The Weeknd Trivia

These easy The Weeknd trivia questions are great for beginners and kids around age 12 and under.

1. Question 1

   What is The Weeknd's birth name?

   Answer: Abel Makkonen Tesfaye

   The Weeknd was born Abel Makkonen Tesfaye.

2. Question 2

   On what date was The Weeknd born?

   Answer: February 16, 1990

   His birth date is February 16, 1990.

3. Question 3

   In which city was The Weeknd born?

   Answer: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

   The Weeknd was born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

4. Question 4

   The Weeknd is from which country?

   Answer: Canada

   He is Canadian.

5. Question 5

   What professional name does Abel Makkonen Tesfaye use?

   Answer: The Weeknd

   He is known professionally is the Weeknd.

6. Question 6

   Which mixtape is part of The Weeknd's breakthrough trilogy: House of Balloons, Kiss Land, or Starboy?

   1. A.After Hours
   2. B.House of Balloons
   3. C.Kiss Land
   4. D.Starboy

   Answer: House of Balloons

   House of Balloons is one of the three breakthrough mixtapes.

7. Question 7

   Which day-of-the-week-titled mixtape belongs to The Weeknd's breakthrough trilogy?

   1. A.Friday
   2. B.Sunday
   3. C.Thursday
   4. D.Tuesday

   Answer: Thursday

   Thursday is one entry in his breakthrough mixtape trilogy.

8. Question 8

   Which The Weeknd project completes the trilogy alongside House of Balloons and Thursday?

   1. A.Echoes of Silence
   2. B.Dawn FM
   3. C.Kiss Land
   4. D.Beauty Behind the Madness

   Answer: Echoes of Silence

   Echoes of Silence is the third mixtape in that breakthrough run.

9. Question 9

   What was The Weeknd's first studio album?

   Answer: Kiss Land

   His first studio album was Kiss Land.

10. Question 10

    Which 2015 The Weeknd album featured major crossover hits?

    Answer: Beauty Behind the Madness

    Beauty Behind the Madness is the 2015 album noted for major crossover hits.

11. Question 11

    Which The Weeknd album came out in 2016?

    Answer: Starboy

    The Weeknd released Starboy in 2016.

12. Question 12

    What is the title of The Weeknd's 2020 album?

    Answer: After Hours

    After Hours was released in 2020.

13. Question 13

    Which album did The Weeknd release in 2022?

    Answer: Dawn FM

    Dawn FM is his 2022 album.

These family The Weeknd trivia questions are built for mixed-age game nights, classrooms, and groups.

1. Question 1

   Who is one of The Weeknd's parents named in his family background?

   Answer: Samra Tesfaye

   Samra Tesfaye is named is one of The Weeknd's parents.

2. Question 2

   The Weeknd is the only child of Samra Tesfaye and which other parent?

   Answer: Makkonen Tesfaye

   His parents are Samra Tesfaye and Makkonen Tesfaye.

3. Question 3

   His parents moved to Canada from which country?

   1. A.Egypt
   2. B.Ethiopia
   3. C.Jamaica
   4. D.Nigeria

   Answer: Ethiopia

   His parents are Ethiopian immigrants to Canada.

4. Question 4

   Who mainly raised The Weeknd while he was growing up?

   Answer: His mother and maternal grandmother

   He was raised primarily by his mother and maternal grandmother.

5. Question 5

   What was The Weeknd's first language?

   1. A.Amharic
   2. B.English
   3. C.French
   4. D.Arabic

   Answer: Amharic

   His first language was Amharic.

6. Question 6

   In which Toronto district did The Weeknd grow up?

   1. A.Etobicoke
   2. B.North York
   3. C.Mississauga
   4. D.Scarborough

   Answer: Scarborough

   He grew up in the Scarborough district of Toronto.

7. Question 7

   Which school did The Weeknd attend: West Hill Collegiate Institute or East York Collegiate Institute?

   1. A.West Hill Collegiate Institute
   2. B.East York Collegiate Institute
   3. C.Central Tech
   4. D.Northern Secondary School

   Answer: West Hill Collegiate Institute

   One of the schools he attended was West Hill Collegiate Institute.

8. Question 8

   What is the name of the other collegiate institute The Weeknd attended?

   Answer: Birchmount Park Collegiate Institute

   He also attended Birchmount Park Collegiate Institute.

9. Question 9

   True or false: The Weeknd graduated from high school before starting his music career.?

   Answer: False

   He left school before graduating high school.

10. Question 10

    What kind of music did The Weeknd say influenced him while he was growing up?

    1. A.Classical music
    2. B.Country music
    3. C.Reggae music
    4. D.Ethiopian music

    Answer: Ethiopian music

    He has said Ethiopian music influenced him growing up.

11. Question 11

    Which legendary pop star did The Weeknd cite as a major influence?

    1. A.Michael Jackson
    2. B.Elton John
    3. C.Stevie Wonder
    4. D.David Bowie

    Answer: Michael Jackson

    Michael Jackson is listed is one of the artists he cited as a major influence.

12. Question 12

    Which artist known for hits like 'Purple Rain' is named as one of The Weeknd's influences?

    1. A.Usher
    2. B.Lenny Kravitz
    3. C.Seal
    4. D.Prince

    Answer: Prince

    Prince is one of the artists he cited is an influence.

These fun The Weeknd trivia questions highlight surprising moments and playful facts for game-night groups.

1. Question 1

   Before his own songs took over playlists, which Drake track did The Weeknd co-write?

   Answer: Crew Love

   The Weeknd co-wrote Drake's song "Crew Love.".

2. Question 2

   Which Ariana Grande hit features The Weeknd as a guest?

   1. A.Into You
   2. B.No Tears Left to Cry
   3. C.Dangerous Woman
   4. D.Love Me Harder

   Answer: Love Me Harder

   The Weeknd appeared on Ariana Grande's hit "Love Me Harder.".

3. Question 3

   True or false: The Weeknd appeared on Ariana Grande's "Save Your Tears" remix.?

   Answer: True

   He appeared on Ariana Grande's version of the "Save Your Tears" remix.

4. Question 4

   What is the title of the Weeknd and Kendrick Lamar team-up that sounds like a dramatic last request?

   Answer: Pray for Me

   The Weeknd appeared on the track "Pray for Me" with Kendrick Lamar.

5. Question 5

   On which Travis Scott song did The Weeknd lend vocals?

   1. A.SKELETONS
   2. B.SICKO MODE
   3. C.Goosebumps
   4. D.HYAENA

   Answer: SKELETONS

   He sang on Travis Scott's song "SKELETONS.".

6. Question 6

   Which song brought together The Weeknd, Kanye West, and Lil Baby?

   Answer: Hurricane

   The Weeknd guested on "Hurricane" with Kanye West and Lil Baby.

7. Question 7

   If a flame had a VIP guest list, which Swedish House Mafia collab would The Weeknd be on?

   Answer: Moth to a Flame

   The Weeknd collaborated with Swedish House Mafia on "Moth to a Flame.".

8. Question 8

   Name the track where The Weeknd teamed up with Metro Boomin, 21 Savage, and Diddy.?

   1. A.Creepin'
   2. B.Heartless
   3. C.Low Life
   4. D.Reminder

   Answer: Creepin'

   He teamed with Metro Boomin, 21 Savage, and Diddy on "Creepin'.".

9. Question 9

   "Love Me Harder" appears on which Ariana Grande album from 2014?

   Answer: My Everything

   The Weeknd recorded "Love Me Harder" for Ariana Grande's 2014 album "My Everything.".

10. Question 10

    Which animated series had The Weeknd voicing himself?

    1. A.American Dad!
    2. B.Family Guy
    3. C.Big Mouth

    Answer: American Dad!

    The Weeknd voiced himself on the animated series "American Dad!".

11. Question 11

    What is the name of the HBO drama series that The Weeknd co-created and starred in?

    Answer: The Idol

    He co-created and starred in the HBO drama series "The Idol.".

12. Question 12

    In HBO's The Idol, what is The Weeknd's character called?

    Answer: Tedros

    His character name in "The Idol" is Tedros.

13. Question 13

    Whose voice pops up as the radio host on Dawn FM?

    Answer: Jim Carrey

    Jim Carrey appears is the radio host voice on "Dawn FM.".

These funny The Weeknd trivia questions highlight playful moments, odd facts, and inside jokes.

1. Question 1

   Which Adam Sandler movie let The Weeknd stroll into cinematic chaos?

   1. A.Punch-Drunk Love
   2. B.Funny People
   3. C.Uncut Gems

   Answer: Uncut Gems

   The Weeknd appeared in the Adam Sandler film Uncut Gems.

2. Question 2

   In Uncut Gems, was The Weeknd playing a random stranger or a fictionalized version of himself?

   1. A.A jeweler's assistant
   2. B.fictionalized self
   3. C.A nightclub owner
   4. D.A sports agent

   Answer: A fictionalized version of himself

   In the film, he played a fictionalized version of himself rather than a completely separate character.

3. Question 3

   At the MTV VMAs, The Weeknd showed up looking like he'd lost an argument with a bandage aisle. In what year was that bloodied-face appearance?

   1. A.2018
   2. B.2019
   3. C.2021
   4. D.2020

   Answer: 2020

   The bloodied bandaged-face look at the MTV Video Music Awards was part of his After Hours persona in 2020.

4. Question 4

   What clothing item became the signature uniform of The Weeknd’s After Hours era?

   1. A.A denim jacket
   2. B.red suit
   3. C.A black leather coat
   4. D.A white tuxedo

   Answer: A red suit

   The red suit became a signature costume of his After Hours era.

5. Question 5

   Which Weeknd music video went full horror-movie energy with decapitated-head imagery?

   1. A.Save Your Tears
   2. B.Too Late
   3. C.Blinding Lights

   Answer: Too Late

   The video for "Too Late" uses decapitated-head horror imagery.

6. Question 6

   On American Dad!, what was the title of The Weeknd’s memorably ridiculous song?

   1. A.Starboy Tonight
   2. B.Can't Feel My Face
   3. C.Lonely at Noon
   4. D.I'm a Virgin

   Answer: I'm a Virgin

   His guest episode of American Dad! included a song titled "I'm a Virgin.".

7. Question 7

   When The Weeknd appeared on American Dad!, what version of himself did he voice?

   1. A.cartoon version of himself
   2. B.A detective
   3. C.A radio host
   4. D.A villainous producer

   Answer: An exaggerated cartoon version of himself

   In that American Dad! appearance, he voiced an exaggerated cartoon version of himself.

8. Question 8

   At the Super Bowl LV halftime show, The Weeknd performed inside what kind of shiny visual labyrinth?

   1. A.mirrors and lights
   2. B.A tunnel of fire and smoke
   3. C.A ring of neon palm trees
   4. D.A wall of giant speakers

   Answer: A maze of mirrors and lights

   He performed wearing a maze of mirrors and lights during the Super Bowl LV halftime show.

9. Question 9

   The Super Bowl LV halftime choir dancers looked like stylish mystery patients. What were they wearing?

   1. A.Black hoods and white suits
   2. B.Silver helmets and green coats
   3. C.face coverings and red jackets
   4. D.Gold masks and blue capes

   Answer: Face coverings and red jackets

   His halftime show included a choir of dancers with face coverings and red jackets.

10. Question 10

    Which long-running animated universe got a cameo from The Weeknd in a comedy setting?

    1. A.South Park
    2. B.Futurama
    3. C.The Simpsons
    4. D.Family Guy

    Answer: The Simpsons

    He made a cameo is himself in the comedy film and Simpsons-related promotional sphere tied to "The Good, the Bart, and the Loki.".

11. Question 11

    If The Weeknd’s stage persona were a movie pitch, which phrase fits it best?

    1. A.Retro game-show camp
    2. B.dark antihero storytelling
    3. C.Sunny slice-of-life comedy
    4. D.Strictly acoustic folk realism

    Answer: Dark, cinematic antihero storytelling

    His stage persona has often leaned into dark, cinematic antihero storytelling.

12. Question 12

    In the "Blinding Lights" video, through which city does The Weeknd race around with a bruised face?

    1. A.Los Angeles
    2. B.Miami
    3. C.Toronto
    4. D.Las Vegas

    Answer: Las Vegas

    The "Blinding Lights" video features him racing through Las Vegas with a bruised face.

13. Question 13

    Which video shows The Weeknd stumbling through Las Vegas after what seems like a very questionable evening?

    1. A.Save Your Tears
    2. B.The Hills
    3. C.Heartless
    4. D.Too Late

    Answer: Heartless

    The "Heartless" video shows him stumbling through Las Vegas after a wild night.

These hard The Weeknd trivia questions are for expert fans who want a real challenge.

1. Question 1

   Which record label did The Weeknd sign with in 2012?

   1. A.Atlantic Records
   2. B.Republic Records
   3. C.Island Records
   4. D.Interscope Records

   Answer: Republic Records

   In 2012, The Weeknd signed with Republic Records.

2. Question 2

   What is the title of The Weeknd’s 2012 compilation that remastered songs from his first three mixtapes?

   Answer: Trilogy

   The 2012 compilation album that remastered material from his first three mixtapes is Trilogy.

3. Question 3

   In what year was House of Balloons released?

   Answer: 2011

   House of Balloons, The Weeknd’s debut mixtape, was released in 2011.

4. Question 4

   Beauty Behind the Madness earned The Weeknd a Grammy in which album category?

   Answer: Best Urban Contemporary Album

   Beauty Behind the Madness won the Grammy Award for Best Urban Contemporary Album.

5. Question 5

   "Earned It" reached the Oscars as a nominee for what major honor?

   1. A.Academy Award for Best Original Song
   2. B.Academy Award for Best Soundtrack
   3. C.Golden Globe for Best Actor
   4. D.Grammy for Song of the Year

   Answer: Academy Award for Best Original Song

   "Earned It" was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song.

6. Question 6

   Besides the Oscars, "Earned It" was also nominated for which award for Best Original Song?

   1. A.Tony Award
   2. B.Golden Globe Award
   3. C.Critics Choice Award

   Answer: Golden Globe Award

   "Earned It" was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song.

7. Question 7

   Which Weeknd song set the record for the longest-charting run in Billboard Hot 100 history?

   Answer: Blinding Lights

   "Blinding Lights" broke the record for the longest-charting song in Billboard Hot 100 history.

8. Question 8

   At which major festival did The Weeknd serve as a headliner in 2018?

   1. A.interns
   2. B.resident
   3. C.Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival
   4. D.intern

   Answer: Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival

   He headlined the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in 2018.

9. Question 9

   What year did The Weeknd appear as a featured performer at the Academy Awards?

   Answer: 2016

   The Weeknd was a featured performer at the 2016 Academy Awards.

10. Question 10

    Which Juno honor did The Weeknd win in 2013?

    Answer: Breakthrough Artist of the Year

    He won the Juno Award for Breakthrough Artist of the Year in 2013.

11. Question 11

    For House of Balloons, The Weeknd won which Canadian music prize in 2011?

    1. A.Juno Award
    2. B.Mercury Prize
    3. C.Polaris Music Prize

    Answer: Polaris Music Prize

    House of Balloons won the Polaris Music Prize in 2011.

12. Question 12

    In 2020, The Weeknd was included on what annual Time list?

    1. A.Forbes 30 Under 30
    2. B.Rolling Stone Immortals
    3. C.Time's 100 most influential people
    4. D.Time Person of the Year

    Answer: Time's 100 most influential people

    He was named one of Time's 100 most influential people in 2020.

13. Question 13

    In 2021, The Weeknd donated $500,000 through which UN agency to support relief efforts in Ethiopia?

    Answer: UN World Food Programme

    He donated $500,000 in 2021 through the UN World Food Programme for relief efforts in Ethiopia.

14. Question 14

    What UN-related role was The Weeknd appointed to in 2021?

    1. A.intern
    2. B.interns
    3. C.resident
    4. D.Goodwill Ambassador for the UN World Food Programme

    Answer: Goodwill Ambassador for the UN World Food Programme

    In 2021, he was appointed a Goodwill Ambassador for the UN World Food Programme.