SZA, born Solána Imani Rowe on November 8, 1989, in St. Louis, Missouri, is an American singer-songwriter renowned for her influential role in contemporary R&B music. She began her career with self-released EPs like See.SZA.Run (2012) and S (2013), which led to her signing with Top Dawg Entertainment in 2013. Her debut studio album, Ctrl (2017), received critical acclaim and earned four Grammy Award nominations.
In 2022, SZA released her second album, SOS, which featured chart-topping singles such as “Kill Bill.” The album’s success was followed by an extensive arena tour and multiple Grammy nominations. She continued to evolve artistically with the release of Lana, a deluxe version of SOS, in December 2024. This reissue included 15 new tracks, showcasing a blend of soul and pop influences.
Expanding her artistic endeavors, SZA made her acting debut alongside Keke Palmer in the Netflix comedy One of Them Days (2025). The film follows two friends navigating various challenges in Los Angeles, highlighting SZA’s versatility beyond music.
Looking ahead, SZA is set to embark on the Grand National Tour with Kendrick Lamar in 2025, further solidifying her status as a leading figure in the music industry.