The Weeknd Releases New Asia Exclusive Song ‘Hong Kong’ feat. 王菲季候風: Listen
The track draws on Faye Wong’s 1993 hit and includes Cantonese vocals, with artwork and video nods to Hong Kong cinema.
- On October 24, The Weeknd performed his new track 'Hong Kong' at Kai Tak Stadium, marking the debut of a regional tribute during his four-night run in the city.
- Built on the original music and Cantonese vocals of Cantopop icon Faye Wong's 1993 hit 'Monsoon,' the song serves as a tribute to Hong Kong's cultural legacy.
- Cinematographer Christopher Doyle, who shot the 1994 film 'Chungking Express' starring Faye Wong and Tony Leung, provided a personal photograph for the track's artwork.
- Weeknd's 'After Hours Til Dawn Stadium Tour' has grossed more than $1 billion, providing the global platform for this latest regional release.
- With over 7.5 million tickets sold on the tour, the singer connected his global platform with Hong Kong's specific cultural influences through this exclusive regional song.
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Based on the music and vocals of Faye Wong's 1993 hit, "Monsoon"
The Weeknd Releases New Asia Exclusive Song ‘Hong Kong’ feat. 王菲季候風: Listen
As the Hong Kong dates come to a close for The Weeknd, the singer has released an exclusive song for the region titled just that. He first performed it on October 24 at Kai Tak Stadium, opening his four-night run in the city (watch it below). The song is a tribute to Hong Kong and […] The post The Weeknd Releases New Asia Exclusive Song 'Hong Kong' feat. 王菲季候風: Listen first appeared on HipHop-N-More.
The Weeknd hits big in Hong Kong and China with Faye Wong sample
Here’s a new angle on local fan-service. The Weeknd just celebrated finishing his four-concert run in Hong Kong by releasing a brand new track – ‘Hong Kong (feat. 王菲季候風)’ that is already making waves in Hong Kong and mainland China. The post is from Music Ally.
The Weeknd releases his Faye Wong-sampling love letter ‘Hong Kong’
The Weeknd has released his musical love letter to Hong Kong. Arriving on 31 October, ‘Hong Kong (feat. 王菲季候風)’ builds on the original music and Cantonese vocals of Faye Wong’s 1993 Cantopop classic ‘季候風 (Monsoon)’. The release coincided with the conclusion of his four-night run at Kai Tak Stadium. The Canadian singer first unveiled the song during his opening Hong Kong concert on 24 October, accompanied by visuals celebrating the city’s landmar…
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