SZA Prepares for Kendrick Lamar Tour and Teases Possible Taylor Swift Collaboration

The R&B artist reflects on her Super Bowl Halftime Show experience, praises storytelling in music, and discusses learning from Kendrick Lamar ahead of their Grand National Tour.

SZA and Kendrick Lamar will kick off their Grand National Tour on April 19, 2025, with stops in major cities including Los Angeles, Chicago, and Toronto.
During an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, SZA revealed that she and Taylor Swift have discussed collaborating, with Swift expressing openness to the idea.
SZA described her brief performance with Lamar at the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show as a transformative moment, helping her overcome fears and gain confidence on a major stage.
Kendrick Lamar has offered SZA performance advice, including a technique of imagining herself performing from above, which she says has significantly influenced her stage presence.
SZA highlighted her admiration for storytelling in music, praising Taylor Swift and other artists like Gracie Abrams, Doechii, and Chappell Roan for their narrative-driven songwriting.