SZA Reflects on Challenging Glastonbury Headline Performance

The singer faced technical difficulties and pressure as the second Black woman to headline the festival.

SZA described feeling 'scared' and 'freaked out' during her Glastonbury 2024 set due to technical issues that marred her performance.
Her microphone was muffled for the first 30 minutes, affecting the show's reception and contributing to mixed reviews.
Despite a smaller crowd compared to other headliners, her performance was praised for its theatrical elements and vocal command by some critics.
SZA expressed the pressure of being the second Black woman to headline the festival, following Beyoncé's 2011 performance.
Tickets for Glastonbury 2025 quickly sold out, with no acts confirmed yet, though several high-profile artists are rumored to headline.