Is Starboy - The Weeknd Halal or Haram?

Across the schools of thought analyzed, the highest verdict for "Starboy - The Weeknd" is Haram (1/5).

Is Starboy - The Weeknd halal according to Sistani?

Haram (1/5). Under Ayatollah Sistani's Expert Recognition Test, the tune type of 'Starboy' is a highly rhythmic, upbeat synth-pop and R&B track that is classically suitable for entertainment and amusement gatherings. An expert would easily identify this tune type as similar to those used in clubs and parties, rendering the music itself haram. Additionally, the lyrics explicitly glorify drug abuse (cocaine) and sexual promiscuity, which are major sins, cementing its absolute impermissibility. Under Sistani's rulings, clean or religious lyrics cannot save an entertainment-type tune, and here the lyrics themselves are highly objectionable.

Is Starboy - The Weeknd halal according to Khamenei?

Haram (1/5). Under Ayatollah Khamenei's framework, 'Starboy' is classified as lahwī music that deviates people from the path of Allah. It combines a highly exciting, danceable rhythm (mutrib) with lyrics that promote and glorify major sins, specifically drug abuse (cocaine) and sexual promiscuity. According to his five categories of forbidden entertainment, music that drives a person toward sinful acts, creates religious indifference ('we don't pray for love, we just pray for cars'), and induces dancing is strictly prohibited. The explicit glorification of recreational drug use triggers an automatic 1/5 rating.

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