Who's behind the notes? Discover The Weeknd: Biography of the Canadian Music Sensation
"Can't Feel My Face" is a song by Canadian singer The Weeknd, released in 2015. Here are some interesting facts about the song:
Inspiration for the Song: The Weeknd has mentioned in interviews that "Can't Feel My Face" was inspired by the legendary artist Michael Jackson. The song incorporates a funky, upbeat sound reminiscent of Jackson's music.
Collaboration: Max Martin, a Swedish producer and songwriter known for working with many pop superstars, including Britney Spears and Taylor Swift, co-wrote "Can't Feel My Face" with The Weeknd. The collaboration played a significant role in the song's success.
Chart Success: The song achieved widespread commercial success and reached the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. It also performed well internationally, topping charts in multiple countries.
Live Debut at Apple Music Festival: The Weeknd performed "Can't Feel My Face" for the first time live at the Apple Music Festival in London in 2015. The performance received positive reviews, and the song's popularity continued to grow.
Double Platinum Certification: In the United States, "Can't Feel My Face" received a double platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for selling over two million copies.
VMA Nomination: The song was nominated for Video of the Year at the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards. While it didn't win in this category, it further solidified The Weeknd's presence in the mainstream music scene.
Cover Versions and Remixes: "Can't Feel My Face" has been covered and remixed by various artists across different genres. Its catchy melody and lyrics have made it a popular choice for reinterpretation.
Accolades and Awards: The song earned The Weeknd several nominations and awards, including a Grammy Award nomination for Record of the Year in 2016.
"Can't Feel My Face" played a pivotal role in The Weeknd's crossover into the mainstream music scene and remains one of his most iconic and commercially successful songs.