The Weeknd (Abel Makkonen Tesfaye) Quotes

I always use Michael as, first and foremost, a vocal inspiration, and 'Off the Wall' was definitely the one that made me feel like I could sing.

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• I always use Michael as, first and foremost, a vocal inspiration, and 'Off the Wall' was definitely the one that made me feel like I could sing.

  

  The Weeknd
  • Inspiration
  • Sing
  • Vocal