Billboard Names The Weeknd's 'Blinding Lights' 'Song of the 21st Century'

Billboard has crowned The Weeknd's hit song 'Blinding Lights' as the 'Song of the 21st Century', recognizing its chart-topping success from January 2000 to December 2024. The track's 57 weeks in the top 10 and 86 weeks in the top 40 showcase its enduring popularity.

This accolade surpasses the long-standing record held by Chubby Checker's 'The Twist', highlighting The Weeknd's impact on modern pop and R&B music with his 1980s-style electronic sound.