SZA Reveals Thoughts on Joint Album with Kendrick Lamar, Gushes About Her Unexpected Feature on GNX: ‘So Mysterious’

SZA was surprised when she listened to her voice on Kendrick Lamar‘s new album, GNX, particularly on the popular tracks “Luther” and “Gloria.” Notably, the artist behind “All the Stars” has expressed a willingness to collaborate with the Pulitzer Prize-winning rapper on a future joint album.

Recently, the artist behind Kill Bill’s famous hits made an appearance on Sherri Shepherd’s talk show, Sherri. During the interview, she shared that Lamar’s decision to feature her on his latest album took her by surprise. She expressed, “When Luther was released, I said, ‘Alright — these are the vocals we’re going with, full stop.’ Similarly, for Gloria, I said, ‘Okay!’

She expressed that Lamar’s innovative approach to creating mysteries significantly adds to his brilliance, and she found the experience of collaborating with him incredibly enjoyable. She fondly recalls listening to his music and being astounded by the creative decisions made by the mastermind behind ‘Not Like Us’.

As an ardent admirer, I can’t help but express my profound appreciation for Kendrick Lamar’s role in shaping my musical journey. His unique knack for guiding artists while allowing us to trust his unparalleled wisdom has been instrumental in my growth. It feels as if he’s a significant piece of the puzzle that led me to find my era, a time where I wholeheartedly trusted his expertise and embraced the moments under his guidance that placed me in the spotlight. His ability to say ‘yes’ while remaining humble is nothing short of remarkable.

SZA deeply appreciates Humble rapper’s talent, going as far as expressing she has unlimited admiration for him. When queried about the prospect of a joint album together, the singer from Open Arms responded enthusiastically: “I would absolutely adore that collaboration! I think it would be extraordinary. He’s an exceptional artist and part of his greatness lies in being so enigmatic and elusive.

In spring 2025, Kendrick Lamar and SZA will jointly take the stage for an extensive tour of U.S. stadiums, known as the Grand National Tour.

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2025-01-09 15:08