I Heard You're Married
# I Heard You're Married

"I Heard You're Married" is a song by Canadian singer the Weeknd featuring American rapper Lil Wayne. It was released as the fourteenth track on the former's fifth studio album, Dawn FM, on January 7, 2022. A synth- and electro-funk track, the two artists wrote the song with producers Calvin Harris and Oneohtrix Point Never with more production credits going to the Weeknd, Max Martin, and Oscar Holter. It is the second collaboration between the Weeknd and Lil Wayne, following their collaboration on the song "I'm Good" from the latter's mixtape, Dedication 5 (2013). The song was met with generally positive reviews, with praise for its production and the Weeknd's vocals.

## Background and promotion

The song's name was first revealed on January 5, 2022, when Canadian singer the Weeknd posted the track listing for the song's parent album Dawn FM (2022).

It was originally set to be sent to US rhythmic contemporary radio through XO and Republic Records on January 11, 2022, as the third single from the album until its release was canceled, with "Sacrifice", the second single of Dawn FM, being sent instead.

## Lyrics and composition

"I Heard You're Married" has been described as a synth-pop track where the Weeknd and Lil Wayne sing about the experience of being a side lover to a partner that is already married. The song runs for a duration of four minutes and twenty-four seconds.

## Critical reception

"I Heard You're Married" has received generally positive reviews. Some critics noted the song as a highlight on the record, with particular praise being given to the song's production. Mankaprr Conteh from Rolling Stone drew comparisons to Prince, saying the song's "smooth groove and splashy percussion" reminded him of the musical icon.

## Charts

Chart performance for "I Heard You're Married" :

| Chart (2022) | Peak position |
| - | - |
| Australia (ARIA) | 56 |
| Australia Hip-Hop/R&B Singles (ARIA) | 21 |
| Canada (Canadian Hot 100) | 24 |
| France (SNEP) | 124 |
| Global 200 (Billboard) | 33 |
| Greece International (IFPI) | 30 |
| Iceland (Plötutíðindi) | 34 |
| Lithuania (AGATA) | 24 |
| Portugal (AFP) | 38 |
| Slovakia (Singles Digitál Top 100) | 96 |
| South Africa (RISA) | 70 |
| Sweden (Sverigetopplistan) | 83 |
| UK Audio Streaming (OCC) | 67 |
| US Billboard Hot 100 | 62 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard) | 25 |
