"THE WEEKND & ANITTA - SAO PAULO"

Analytic Dreamz: Notorious Mass Effect

Nov 1 2024 • 8 mins

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"São Paulo" by The Weeknd & Anitta - A Fusion of Funk and Fear

Join Analytic Dreamz in this segment of "Notorious Mass Effect" where we delve into the hauntingly unique collaboration between The Weeknd and Brazilian sensation Anitta with their single "São Paulo." Here's what you'll find:

  • Song Release Details:Released on October 30, 2024, "São Paulo" merges Brazilian funk with The Weeknd’s signature dark pop sound, showcasing a new dimension in Anitta's Funk Generation era.
  • Music Video Exploration:Directed by Freeka Tet, the video is a piece of art with a body horror theme, featuring Anitta with a surreal baby bump that 'sings' The Weeknd’s vocals, creating a memorable and eerie visual narrative. The video ends with the word “Phantasm,” sparking curiosity about its implications for future projects.
  • Behind the Collaboration:Discover how the collaboration came to life, initiated by Mike Dean, and how Anitta's playful lyric submission turned into a serious feature on the track.
  • Chart Impact and Album Context:While "São Paulo" itself does not have specified chart stats, we'll look at how other singles from The Weeknd’s soon-to-be-released album "Hurry Up Tomorrow" performed:"Dancing With the Flames" hitting #14 on the Billboard Hot 100.
  • "Timeless" with Playboi Carti peaking at #3, demonstrating The Weeknd’s consistent chart presence.
  • Social Media and Teasers:The Weeknd's cryptic social media posts about identity and trauma set the stage for "Hurry Up Tomorrow," creating a buzz.
  • Insights into how the music video’s unsettling imagery was teased and received humorously yet effectively by fans and The Weeknd himself online.
  • Cultural and Artistic Impact:How this collaboration reflects The Weeknd's ongoing exploration of darker themes, blending global musical influences to craft a unique auditory and visual experience.


Tune in to get a comprehensive analysis of "São Paulo," exploring its thematic depth, the creative process behind it, and its positioning within the evolving landscape of global pop music. Analytic Dreamz unpacks the layers of this track and what it signifies for both artists and their fans.



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