SZA is currently one of the biggest names in music. She will join Kendrick Lamar on tour in 2025 and will also join him at this Sunday’s Super Bowl Halftime show. Learn more about the artist below.
Solána Rowe
SZA’s real name is Solána Rowe. She was born on November 8, 1990. SZA was born in St. Louis, Missouri. New York is where she grew up.
Her parents were successful media executives. The family was strongly religious, and SZA had limited access to TV and music. However, she would find ways to keep up with popular music. She became interested in music, and she had a gift for performing.
College Dropout
SZA is extremely intelligent, but she only briefly attended University. She dropped out and enrolled in a Fashion school. Eventually, her love for music and talent started to become her main focus.
2011
In 2011, SZA was handing out merchandise at a Kendrick Lamar concert. Her mixtapes got into the right hands at the show, and she caught the attention of Top Dawg Entertainment. She released a pair of EPs that garnered a lot of attention. She then started collabing with big name artists like Jill Scott and Rihanna.
2017
Her first full length album would be released in 2017. The album, Ctrl, would go platinum and earn critical acclaim. She would continue her rise in popularity with hit songs like “Kill Bill,” “Good Days,” and “Snooze.” Huge collaborations with names like Drake and Doja Cat have also helped her become a household name.
Super Bowl
SZA is already one of the biggest names in music. Performing at Super Bowl 2025, with Lamar, should make her star shine even brighter. The Grammy winning musician recently starred in the hit comedy film, One Of Them Days. Her talent is limitless.
- Adam C. Better
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