Ahead of Hurry Up Tomorrow, set to drop on Friday (Jan. 31), the “The Hills” singer shared a nostalgic montage featuring clips from his music videos over the years. “It’s the way it has to be,” The Weeknd wrote alongside a photo from his “Rolling Stone” visual effort placed above another image from his current era.

With his genre-defying music, The Weeknd has redefined modern R&B and pop. Known for his unique persona, he continues to push boundaries, cementing his place as one of the most influential artists of his generation.