SZA Responds to Questions About a Joint Album with Kendrick Lamar: “I Would Love That”
SZA has made it clear that she would love to create a joint album with Kendrick Lamar, following recent hints and discussions. During recent appearance on Sherri Shepherd’s show on January 8, SZA was asked about the possibility of collaborating with Kendrick on a full album. The TDE singer didn’t hesitate in sharing her excitement, saying, “I would love that,” to the audience’s enthusiastic applause.
SZA on Collaborating with Kendrick Lamar
When asked about the prospect of a joint project, SZA shared that she deeply admires Kendrick Lamar’s genius and values his approach to music. She explained that Kendrick’s elusive and mysterious nature adds an intriguing layer to their collaborations. “I think that would be amazing,” SZA continued. “He’s such a genius, and part of his genius is him being so elusive and so mysterious.” She highlighted their previous work together, mentioning songs like Luther and Gloria, and expressed her admiration for Kendrick’s ability to steer the direction of their music.
SZA described Kendrick as being a pivotal part of her “fumbling and finding” era, a period where she trusted his guidance and expertise. “He’s so good at saying yes and staying grounded, so I’m just like, ‘Teach me, Sensei, what you know,’” SZA said. This shows how much she values Kendrick’s role in shaping her sound and artistic growth.
Upcoming Grand National Tour with Kendrick Lamar
SZA and Kendrick Lamar are set to hit the road together on the much-anticipated Grand National Tour later this year. The tour, which was announced last month, is scheduled to start on April 19 in Minneapolis, MN, and conclude on June 18 in Landover, MD. The duo will perform in several major cities, including Houston, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Las Vegas, and Chicago, with stops in Los Angeles, St. Louis, and Toronto. The tour promises to be a thrilling experience for fans, combining the talents of these two genius artists.
SZA’s Future in Music
Despite her excitement about working with Kendrick, SZA has also been dropping hints about her future in the music industry. On January 4, she posted on X (formerly Twitter), suggesting that she might take a very different direction with her next two albums. She expressed her desire to create “peaceful children’s music” and eventually step away from music to pursue a more grounded life as a farmer, where she could donate produce to underserved communities.
While this message may have surprised some fans, especially since her SOS album had just returned to the top of the Billboard 200, it shows that SZA is contemplating a significant change in her career. Fans are left wondering if this retirement talk is serious or just part of her evolving creative process.
Final Thoughts
SZA’s openness about a joint album with Kendrick Lamar and her future plans has only added to the excitement surrounding her music. Fans are eagerly anticipating the upcoming Grand National Tour, and many are hopeful that a collaboration with Kendrick could eventually come to fruition. Whether or not SZA follows through on her plans to retire after two more albums, her career continues to captivate and inspire listeners around the world.
