"Wasted Times" is a song recorded by Canadian singer

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, taken from his first EP, ''

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'' released on March 30, 2018. The song was written by the Weeknd,

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, Sonny Moore and

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, and was produced by Frank Dukes and Skrillex. It was later included on the Weeknd's first greatest hits album ''

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'', despite not being released as a single.

Critical reception

The song was met with positive reviews, with various critics naming it one of the best of the Weeknd's discography. It was also included in various best song of the week lists. The song was ranked the 45th best song of 2018 by ''

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'' due to the Weeknd's emotion and vocals.

Lyrics

The song's lyrics makes references to the Weeknd's previous relationships with model

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and singer and actress

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, with the Weeknd expressing a desire to rekindle his relationship with Hadid.

Commercial performance

The song debuted at number 27 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100 on the issue dated April 7, 2018.

Charts

Weekly charts

Year-end charts

Certifications

References

External links

* {{The Weeknd songs 2018 songs Songs written by Frank Dukes Songs written by the Weeknd The Weeknd songs Contemporary R&B ballads Song recordings produced by Frank Dukes Song recordings produced by Skrillex Songs written by Starrah