On September 26, SZA made a memorable appearance on the popular interview series “Hot Ones,” hosted by Sean Evans. Known for its unique format of celebrity interviews paired with increasingly spicy chicken wings, this episode featured SZA donning a striking prosthetic mask that transformed her into a bug-like figure. She humorously explained her choice, saying, “I’m just tired of being not a bug”.
During the interview, SZA opened up about her artistic journey and personal life. She reflected on her debut album Ctrl, noting that its initial reception was lukewarm. “People weren’t really f**king with it so crazy when it first dropped. That was more of a slow ascension,” she remarked, emphasizing her surprise at how the album has since been embraced as a classic. She also discussed the emotional weight of performing songs like “Nobody Gets Me,” which resonates deeply due to her past relationship experiences. “My ex-fiancé hates me so much and it’s so unfortunate,” she admitted, illustrating the personal connections behind her music.
SZA also shared insights into her upcoming third album, LANA, which Evans confirmed is “coming soon.” Although she kept details under wraps to avoid leaks, she expressed excitement about the project. Additionally, she recounted the effort it took to secure a posthumous verse from Ol’ Dirty Bastard for her song “Forgiveless,” describing it as a process filled with “so much begging” and expressing gratitude for the opportunity.
As the episode wrapped up, SZA candidly mentioned, “I’m going through a breakup, it’s hot as f**k,” highlighting both her personal struggles and the enjoyment she found in the spicy challenge of the show.