SZA’s recent Saturday Night Live (SNL) appearance was already highly anticipated, but what happened backstage became the stuff of legends. According to Questlove, the singer had an unexpected and entertaining face-off with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.
Questlove revealed on Instagram that SZA confidently challenged The Rock to an arm wrestling match while backstage. The stakes were high: if SZA won, a New York Times reporter covering The Rock would instead switch focus to her upcoming album.
“We thought it was a joke, but SZA was dead serious,” Questlove shared. In a surprising twist, The Rock accepted the challenge, making the playful moment one for the books.
The Outcome: Strength Meets Determination
Despite her determination, SZA was no match for the WWE legend. Questlove humorously recounted, “Needless to say, Rock beat SZA. And of course, the paper covered Rock. True story.” While she may have lost the match, SZA’s confidence and willingness to take on the challenge earned admiration from fans and onlookers alike.
SZA Debuts New Music on SNL
The arm wrestling match wasn’t the only highlight of the night. SZA debuted her new song, “Blinding,” during her SNL performance. The track is part of her highly anticipated album, SOS, which she announced will drop on Friday, December 9.
She revealed the release date via a cryptic Instagram trailer following her performance. The album has already generated significant buzz, with fans eager to see what the Grammy-winning artist delivers next.
SZA Reflects on Her Career
In a recent interview with Billboard, SZA opened up about her creative journey and the pressures of the music industry. “I don’t know if chasing superstardom is sustainable for me,” she admitted. However, she expressed a deep passion for creating and sharing music, describing her process as freeing and unrestricted.
A Night to Remember
From her playful challenge to The Rock to debuting new music, SZA’s night on SNL was unforgettable. As the release of SOS approaches, fans can expect even more surprises from this bold and talented artist.
