Cry for Me - The Weeknd - MP3 instrumental karaoke

Featured on The Weeknd's sixth studio album, Hurry Up Tomorrow, "Cry for Me" was initially released on the LP in January 2025, and subsequently sent to US radio stations as its third single in February 2025. Blending elements of R&B, synth-pop, and trap, the song is characterized by distorted synthesizers and hard-hitting drums, culminating in a trap-influenced outro. Lyrically, "Cry for Me" delves into themes of emotional pain and isolation, with The Weeknd expressing feelings of being trapped in a "penthouse prison." This introspective narrative aligns with the overarching themes of Hurry Up Tomorrow, reflecting on fame, regret, and personal struggle. "Cry for Me" achieved significant success, reaching the top ten in the United Kingdom and Canada, and securing a spot within the top 40 in various other countries, including a peak position of number 12 in the United States. The Weeknd notably performed "Cry for Me" live for the first time at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards.