The Weeknd Aims For $1 Billion Financing Deal By Leveraging His Music Catalog w/o Giving Up Ownership

The Weeknd

The Weeknd Aims For $1 Billion Financing Deal By Leveraging His Music Catalog w/o Giving Up Ownership

The Weeknd is reportedly working to secure a $1 billion financing deal using his music catalog as collateral, while maintaining ownership of his rights.

The deal, led by Lyric Capital Group, would deliver $250 million in immediate cash and $750 million in debt, according to Bloomberg.

Rather than selling off his songs, the artist plans to leverage the half of his publishing not already held by Chord Music Partners. This structure allows him to keep creative control and still access massive funding for ventures in film, fashion, and television.

With global hits like “Blinding Lights,” “Starboy,” and “Can’t Feel My Face,” The Weeknd’s catalog remains a powerful asset. Each track continues to earn consistent revenue, making the deal attractive to investors.

If completed, the move could elevate The Weeknd into billionaire territory. He is currently on his 2025 stadium tour, which launched in Phoenix and wraps up in Las Vegas.

Do you think this is a good move or too risky?