Win by SZA Best International Artist at BRIT Awards, Edging Out Taylor Swift
SZA has added another major accolade to her growing list of achievements, taking home the Best International Artist award at the 2024 BRIT Awards. The win comes as a surprise to many, as she beat out a competitive field that included Taylor Swift, Lana Del Rey, Olivia Rodrigo, Kylie Minogue, Burna Boy, Asake, and Miley Cyrus. The ceremony with Miley Cyrus also receiving recognition for her chart-topping hit “Flowers”, which won the International Song award.
SZA’s Acceptance Speech
In a heartfelt pre-recorded message, SZA expressed her gratitude to her fans and the BRITs team: “Thank you BRITS so much for this award. Sorry I can’t be there. I’m so grateful for this honor. Thank you for bumping my music. I hear you’re at the O2, which is my favorite. I will always give y’all the best of me and I should be back really soon. Thank you!”
SZA’s Big Week: From Awards to Childhood Dreams
The BRIT win caps off a monumental week for SZA, who recently crossed another dream off her bucket list: appearing on Sesame Street.The singer shared her excitement on social media, quoting her 2017 tweet: “HOW DOES ONE GET ON SESAME STREET !?”. Seven years later, her dream became reality, as she posted a photo with Elmo and other cast members, writing: “GODS TIMING !!! FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS AND SAY THEM OUT LOUD !! NEVER GIVE UP !! ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE I BELIEVE IN YOU!!”
SZA’s Impact in 2024
From winning international awards to achieving personal milestones, SZA continues to solidify her legacy in music and beyond. Her talent, dedication, and authenticity make her a beacon of inspiration for fans worldwide.
SZA’s Streak of Success
This win continues SZA’s streak of accolades in 2024, including:
Seven new certifications for tracks from her acclaimed album SOS, with standout tracks like: “Good Days” earning 6x platinum status,“Snooze” going 4x platinum,“I Hate U” reaching 3x platinum.
Three Grammy Awards, including: Best R&B Song for “Snooze.”, Best Progressive R&B Album for SOS, Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for “Ghost In The Machine” with Phoebe Bridgers.
