SZA Returns to Sesame Street with Song About Gratitude

The Grammy-winning artist performed alongside Elmo and friends in the 55th season, teaching children about kindness and emotional resilience through a gratitude jar.

• SZA appeared on the April 10, 2025, episode of Sesame Street, marking her return to the iconic children's program after her 2024 debut.
• She introduced the concept of a gratitude jar, a tool for storing words or pictures of things one is thankful for to help navigate tough emotions.
• SZA performed a musical number with Elmo, Abby Cadabby, and Gabrielle, emphasizing kindness, self-compassion, and gratitude as key themes.
• The episode is part of Sesame Street's 55th season, which features a lineup of celebrity guest stars, including Michael B. Jordan and Chris Stapleton.
• SZA expressed her gratitude for the experience on social media, highlighting the joy of creating children's music and her appreciation for Sesame Street.

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