# The Weeknd Samples Evangelion Theme in Tokyo Show

> The Weeknd debuts 'Tokyo' sampling Neon Genesis Evangelion theme at Japan tour show.
- Title: The Weeknd Samples Evangelion Theme in Tokyo Show · Billboard
- Summary: The Weeknd debuts 'Tokyo' sampling Neon Genesis Evangelion theme at Japan tour show. The Weeknd released a new song sampling the Neon Genesis Evangelion…
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- Source: Billboard — https://billboard.com/music/music-news/the-weeknd-song-sampling-neon-genesis-evangelion-theme-1236344262
- Author: Jessica Lynch
- Published: 2026-09-21T05:54:43+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: the weeknd, neon genesis evangelion, tokyo, after hours til dawn tour, yoko takahashi, yoko taro
## New Song Debut
The Weeknd premiered an unreleased track at a Tokyo concert.
## Tokyo Song
The song samples 'A Cruel Angel’s Thesis' from the anime series.
## Live Performance
Yoko Takahashi performed the theme song with The Weeknd watching.
## Creative Team
Yoko Taro directed visuals blending Evangelion and NieR Automata.
## Tour Context
The Weeknd reversed retirement plans after 2025 album release.
## What's Next
The tour continues to Jakarta, Singapore, Seoul and Hong Kong.
## Key takeaway

The Weeknd released a new song sampling the Neon Genesis Evangelion theme for his Tokyo concert performance.