PARTYNEXTDOOR joins Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2025 concert line-up
Saudi Arabia, start your engines because the Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2025 is racing into town. One of the highlights is the after-race concerts, which include a star-studded lineup. Previous events welcomed A-listers, from A$AP Rocky and Alicia Keys to Justin Bieber, Pharrell Williams and Travis Scott, and this year's shows are set to be just as exciting. Brace yourselves because PARTYNEXTDOOR will be headlining the event in Jeddah.
Hailing from Ontario, Canada, PARTYNEXTDOOR was the first artist ever signed to Drake's OVO Sound label, a pivotal move that positioned him at the forefront of the alt-R&B wave in the early 2010s.
His self-titled debut mixtape, PARTYNEXTDOOR (2013), was a moody, genre-blending release known for the tracks 'Break from Toronto' and 'Make a Mil', laying the groundwork for the now-familiar OVO sound. He followed it up with a string of acclaimed projects, including PARTYNEXTDOOR TWO (2014) and PARTYNEXTDOOR 3 (2016), featuring hits like 'Recognize' with Drake and 'Come and See Me', which earned a Grammy nomination.
Beyond his solo success, PARTYNEXTDOOR's songwriting credits read like a who's who of modern pop and R&B, penning chart-toppers like Rihanna's 'Work', DJ Khaled's 'Wild Thoughts' and Drake's 'Preach'.
In February 2025, PARTYNEXTDOOR reunited with his longtime collaborator Drake for the surprise joint album $ome $exy $ongs 4 U. The project is a genre-defying showcase of smooth, late-night R&B infused with hip-hop swagger. Standout tracks include 'Gimme a Hug,' in which Drake delivers veiled bars aimed at Kendrick Lamar, and the fan-favourite 'Nokia,' a playful, synth-heavy jam with infectious energy.
What is the Formula 1 STC Saudi Arabian Grand Prix?
The Formula 1 STC Saudi Arabian Grand Prix returns to Jeddah from 18 to 20 April 2025. It is the motorsports' fifth visit to the world's fastest and longest street circuit, Jeddah Corniche Circuit. Visitors must book tickets to the Formula 1 STC Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2025 event if they want to see Usher in Saudi Arabia. Tickets for the race are now on sale and start from SAR 100 for general admission and go up to AED 30,200 for Paddock Club access for three days.
Tickets to see PARTYNEXTDOOR in Jeddah are on sale now. The Canadian superstar joins the already-announced Jennifer Lopez, Major Lazer and Usher at the upcoming concert series in the Red Sea City.
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