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"What You Need" is a foundational track from The Weeknd’s 2011 debut mixtape, House of Balloons , that defined the alternative R&B sound of the 2010s through a dark, sampled-heavy production style. Co-produced with Jeremy Rose, the song utilized a slowed-down Aaliyah sample to create a hazy, melancholic atmosphere centered on themes of toxic attraction and emotional manipulation. The track, which was key to building early hype for the artist, was later included in the Trilogy compilation, solidifying its place in his discography.