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SZA's Alien Gym Video: When '80s Leotards and Unsettling Vibes Collide

SZA hesitates to complete her "Scorsese Baby Daddy" video, citing its eerie concept as intimidating. A preview depicts an alien-like SZA dancing in a gym, wearing 1980s leotards, blending the uncanny with retro flair.

The R&B artist, collaborating with director Bradley J. Calder, ponders finishing the project after fan enthusiasm. Despite delaying the video due to its unsettling aura, SZA's post-performance reflections and collaborations hint at her ongoing artistic journey.

Lizzo hands SZA “public flowers” and a love note, emojis fully employed

Lizzo pens a note to SZA, declaring her beauty “from the inside all the way to ur fine ass outside.”

She posts a photo of SZA holding a bouquet and titles it “PUBLIC FLOWERS for my real life sister.”

In a gesture neither subtle nor solemn, she adds, “The light always shines on you because you are the light.”

The note feels equal parts love letter and public billboard, an emoji-strewn ode wrapped in shimmering admiration.

Cher Shouts Out the Wrong Luther as Kendrick and SZA Nab Record of the Year

When Cher takes the Grammys stage to present Record of the Year, she mistakenly attributes the winning track “Luther” to the late Luther Vandross instead of Kendrick Lamar and SZA, whose actual collaboration claims the award. The mix-up causes a stir across social media, more amused than outraged.

SZA brushes off the blunder with good grace, suggesting Cher might genuinely have known Vandross. With a nod to generational overlaps and onstage unpredictability, she diffuses the online frenzy with a measured shrug.

Cyndi Lauper gets Grammy send-off as Cher, SZA, and Joni hit the stage

Joni Mitchell, SZA, Cher, and John Legend gather under CBS’s watchful eye for A Grammy Salute to Cyndi Lauper, airing Oct. 5 from the Hollywood Bowl. This live tribute coincides with the end of Lauper’s year-long Girls Just Wanna Have Fun farewell tour launched in Oct. 2024.

Brandi Carlile sends her regards via video, while Angelique Kidjo, Trombone Shorty, Jake Wesley Rogers, and Mickey Guyton complete the roster. Paramount+ offers access, with options depending on live or delayed preference.