SZA shocked fans with the unexpected release of her ‘Saturn’ EP, centered around a song she teased during the 2024 GRAMMY Awards. This bundle features five versions: the main track, a live rendition from the Grammys, a sped-up version, an acapella, and an instrumental. The emotionally charged track, co-written by Carter Lang, Rob Bisel, Solomonophonic, and Monsune, has already captured listeners with poignant lyrics like, “If karma’s really real/How am I still here?/Just seems so unfair/I could be wrong, though.”
A Year of Milestones for SZA
The release comes on the heels of a stellar year for SZA, whose SOS album has redefined R&B success. Recently, she earned seven new certifications, including 6x platinum status for “Good Days”, platinum certifications for “Open Arms” (featuring Travis Scott), “Seek & Destroy”, and “Ghost In The Machine” (featuring Phoebe Bridgers). Meanwhile, fan-favorites “I Hate U” and “Snooze” reached 3x platinum and 4x platinum, respectively, with “Conceited” earning gold status.
Grammy Wins Solidify SZA’s Reign
SZA’s GRAMMY triumph further cements her position as an R&B icon. At this year’s ceremony, she won Best R&B Song for “Snooze”, Best Progressive R&B Album for SOS, and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for “Ghost In The Machine” alongside Phoebe Bridgers. Following her wins, she expressed heartfelt gratitude on Instagram, writing: “So grateful for my family, friends, and entire team. There’s NO way I could’ve done anything without their patience and understanding.”
Breaking Records with ‘SOS’
SZA’s success extends beyond awards. SOS made her the first female R&B artist in the 21st century to top the charts for five consecutive weeks post-release. TDE executive Terrence “Punch” Henderson praised her journey, describing it as a “surreal moment.”
With the release of ‘Saturn’ and ongoing success, SZA continues to dominate the R&B scene. Fans eagerly await her next steps, including potential new collaborations and projects.
