The Weeknd's "Heartless" acts as a high-energy, hedonistic introduction to the After Hours era, re-embracing a persona of toxic detachment to cope with emotional trauma. This track blends hard-hitting trap production with themes of self-loathing, serving as the reckless "high" before the emotional "crash" of the album.
To better understand the creative process and narrative intentions behind the track, watch this detailed breakdown: The Weeknd's “Heartless” Explained | Song Stories YouTube• Dec 5, 2019 The Weeknd - Heartless