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Solána Imani Rowe, professionally known as SZA, hails from St. Louis, Missouri, and was raised in Maplewood, New Jersey. Born on November 8, 1989, she grew up in a household influenced by both Christian and Muslim traditions, with her mother serving as an executive at AT&T and her father working as a CNN producer. During her youth, SZA was actively involved in gymnastics and cheerleading. She briefly attended Delaware State University, studying marine biology, before leaving to pursue a career in music.
SZA’s entry into the music industry began with the self-release of her debut EP, See.SZA.Run, in 2012, followed by S in 2013. These projects garnered the attention of Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE), leading to her becoming the label’s first female signee. In 2014, she released her third EP, Z, which marked her debut on digital platforms and reached the top ten on the U.S. Independent Albums chart. This period also saw her collaborating with prominent artists, including writing “Feeling Myself” for Nicki Minaj and Beyoncé, and co-writing “Consideration” for Rihanna’s album Anti, on which she was also featured.
To date, SZA has released two studio albums. Her debut album, Ctrl, was released in 2017 to critical acclaim, debuting at number three on the Billboard 200. The album features hit singles such as “Love Galore” and “The Weekend,” both of which achieved significant commercial success. Her sophomore album, SOS, released in 2022, further solidified her position in the industry, spending multiple weeks atop the Billboard 200 and producing chart-topping singles like “Kill Bill.”
Throughout her career, SZA has achieved several notable hit singles. “Love Galore,” featuring Travis Scott, became a mainstream success, while “All the Stars,” a collaboration with Kendrick Lamar for the Black Panther soundtrack, earned her Golden Globe and Academy Award nominations. Her feature on Doja Cat’s “Kiss Me More” not only topped charts but also won her a Grammy Award for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.
SZA’s contributions to music have been recognized with numerous awards and nominations. She has received five Grammy Awards, including Best R&B Song for “Saturn” in 2025. Her work has also earned her accolades such as the Billboard Women in Music “Rulebreaker Award” in 2018 and “Woman of the Year” in 2022. Additionally, she has been honored with BET Awards, MTV Video Music Awards, and Soul Train Music Awards, underscoring her impact on contemporary R&B and pop music.
SZA’s widespread acclaim in the music industry stems from her distinctive blend of R&B, pop, and hip-hop, coupled with her candid lyricism and emotive vocal delivery. Her willingness to explore personal themes and push genre boundaries has resonated with a broad audience, establishing her as a transformative figure in modern music.
Beyond her musical endeavors, SZA has engaged in various activities outside the studio. In 2019, she launched a sustainable clothing line called Ctrl Fishing Company, promoting environmental awareness. She has also been involved in environmental justice initiatives, partnering with organizations to address environmental racism. In 2025, SZA made her acting debut in the film One of Them Days, showcasing her versatility as an artist.
Complete List Of SZA Songs From A to Z
(#-A)
2AM – Ctrl (Deluxe) (2022)
9 – 3 (2014)
20 Something – Ctrl (2017)
30 for 30 – Lana (2025)
About a Gemini, Pt. 3 – Into the Blue Light (2022)
Advil – See.SZA.Run (2012)
Aftermath – S (2013)
All the Stars – Black Panther: The Album (2018)
The Anonymous Ones – Dear Evan Hansen: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (2021)
Another Life – Lana (2024)
Anything – Ctrl (2017)
Awkward – Ctrl (Deluxe) (2022)
(B-C)
Babylon – Z (2014)
Beautiful – God Did (2022)
Bed – See.SZA.Run (2012)
Big Boys – None (2022)
Blind – SOS (2022)
BMF – Lana (2025)
Broken Clocks – Ctrl (2018)
Caretaker – Gahdamn! (2015)
Castles – S (2013)
Childs Play – Z (2014)
Chill Baby – Lana (2024)
Coming Back – Friends That Break Your Heart (2021)
Conceited – SOS (2022)
Consideration – Anti (2016)
Country – See.SZA.Run (2012)
Crack Dreams – See.SZA.Run (2012)
Crybaby – Lana (2024)
(D-E)
Diamond Boy (DTM) – Lana (2024)
DJ’s Chord Organ – Balloonerism (2025)
Doves in the Wind – Ctrl (2017)
Down 4 Whatever – Tears in the Club (2017)
Drew Barrymore – Ctrl (2017)
Drive – Lana (2024)
Easy Bake – 90059 (2015)
Euphraxia – See.SZA.Run (2012)