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SZA Distances Herself From Nicki Minaj, Says 'I Don't Know Her' in GQ Interview

In a GQ cover story, she casts the summer spat as unrelated to her, emphasizing a pivot to health and new music.

Overview

  • SZA tells GQ she has no connection to Nicki Minaj and says there is no backstory behind the online attacks.
  • She explains she stayed out of the DrakeKendrick Lamar feud, citing no stake and long-standing relationships with both artists.
  • The July exchange began when Minaj targeted SZA on X with personal insults and claims that the music business would not miss her.
  • In response, SZA shared a 2020 screenshot indicating Minaj requested a feature and said similar asks happened twice.
  • SZA says she is prioritizing health, family and finishing a new album, noting extensive studio work with Steve Lacy.