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"The Hills" is one of most successful and definitive tracks, serving as the second single from his 2015 diamond-certified album, Beauty Behind the Madness . Key Song Details The Weeknd The Hills

: It earned a Diamond certification from the RIAA in 2019, representing over 10 million units sold in the U.S.. The song explores themes of

: The famous chorus— "I only call you when it's half past five / The only time that I'll be by your side" —highlights a clandestine, substance-fueled relationship. : The famous chorus— "I only call you

: The track was produced by Mano and Illangelo . It features a dark, heavy bassline and an ominous atmosphere inspired by Wes Craven's horror film The Hills Have Eyes . Lyrics and Meaning

: Released on May 27, 2015 , the song spent six weeks at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 . It notably replaced his own song, "Can't Feel My Face," at the top spot.

: The song ends with an outro in Amharic (the language of Ethiopia, honoring Abel's heritage). The lyrics "Ewedihalehu / Yene konjo" translate to "I love you / My beautiful" . Sampling Controversy