Tag: SZA

Chart-topping collab holds No. 1 spot for record-breaking 25 weeks

Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s blockbuster hit “Luther” continues to dominate the charts, now sitting atop the Billboard Hip Hop chart for an unprecedented 25 consecutive weeks. The track, originally released in November 2024, has become one of the biggest hits of both artists’ careers.

“Luther” previously spent 13 straight weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, and although it has since dropped to fifth place on that chart, its reign in the hip hop arena remains unmatched. The achievement sees Kendrick breaking his own record, set just months earlier when his Drake diss track “Not Like Us” led the Hip Hop chart for 22 weeks.

Lamar recently celebrated his massive year at the BET Awards, where he took home five trophies, including Album of the Year, Best Hip Hop Artist, and Best Collaboration. Sharing Video of the Year and Director of the Year with creative partner Dave Free, the rapper gave a heartfelt speech: “I always give my heart to BET… we represent real, true, down-to-earth music.”

Kendrick and SZA are currently on their Grand National Tour, selling out stadiums across North America, with international dates in the UK and Europe on the horizon.

The singer admits she feared fans were only showing up for Kendrick during Grand National run

SZA has candidly shared her initial fears and insecurities while co-headlining the Grand National tour with Kendrick Lamar, revealing that she once believed fans only attended shows to see her fellow TDE labelmate.

Speaking in a revealing interview with Interview Magazine, the “Kill Bill” hitmaker admitted she struggled with anxiety at the start of the tour. “Every time I had to go on stage or walk a carpet, I’d have full-on panic attacks,” she said. “I used to skip events thinking, ‘No one cares that I’m here.’”

Her doubts followed her into the tour with Kendrick, who has also drawn major attention for performing his Drake diss “Not Like Us” during their Toronto stop — the rapper’s first visit since the high-profile feud erupted. “Everybody’s going to see Kendrick,” SZA said. “I didn’t know if I had anything worth showing.”

Thankfully, she now feels more confident: “I want to walk through the door. I want to see what happens in the uncertainty.”

Meanwhile, Drake reportedly postponed a planned livestream in response to the show, later lashing out at a Toronto politician for attending Kendrick’s performance.

Record-Breaking Collab Becomes Lamar’s Fastest to Reach Spotify Milestone

Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s smash hit “Luther” has officially surpassed one billion streams on Spotify—becoming the fastest track in Lamar’s career to achieve the milestone. Released in November 2024, the high-powered collaboration reached the billion-mark in just seven months, outpacing his previous record-holder, “Not Like Us,” which took eight months to reach the same feat.

The song has been a cultural and commercial juggernaut, spending 13 straight weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and dominating the Hip Hop charts for over half a year. “Luther” now joins an elite group of Kendrick’s biggest hits, including “HUMBLE.,” “All the Stars,” and “Money Trees,” to break the billion-stream barrier.

Riding high from the single’s success, Kendrick swept this year’s BET Awards in his hometown of Los Angeles, winning five trophies including Album of the Year and Best Collaboration alongside longtime creative partner Dave Free.

The duo’s momentum continues as they take their Grand National tour across North America, with a string of sold-out stadium dates in Europe to follow. With streaming records falling and awards stacking up, Kendrick Lamar and SZA are firmly cementing their place in modern music history.

The TDE duo earns over $256M, setting a new benchmark for co-headlining tours

Kendrick Lamar and SZA have officially shattered records, now holding the title for the highest-grossing co-headlining tour in music history. Their Grand National Tour has generated a massive $256.4 million from just 23 shows across the United States and Canada.

The groundbreaking run has seen the Top Dawg Entertainment stars perform for over 1.1 million fans, with each show averaging 48,000 attendees and $11.1 million in revenue. These numbers place the tour at the top of the charts for joint tours, cementing Kendrick and SZA’s legacy as dominant forces in hip-hop and R&B.

The duo’s success isn’t just measured in dollars—it’s also reflected in their connection on stage. During a recent stop in Maryland, SZA publicly praised Kendrick, giving him his flowers in front of a roaring crowd.

With the North American leg nearing its conclusion, the Grand National Tour has proven to be more than a concert series—it’s a cultural milestone. And with this kind of momentum, fans are eagerly wondering what’s next from the TDE powerhouses.

‘SOS’ star teams up with K. Dot for a performance in New Orleans on February 9

Superstar rapper Kendrick Lamar is bringing along an exciting special guest for his Super Bowl LIX halftime show performance next month: none other than R&B sensation SZA. The news dropped on Thursday (January 23) with a new Apple Music ad, where Lamar is seen contemplating a guest appearance, only to be surprised by SZA, who dumps a Gatorade on him.

The Super Bowl performance will occur at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on February 9. This marks another significant milestone for SZA, who has been a part of Kendrick’s creative circle since joining Top Dawg Entertainment in 2013. Together, they’ve earned Billboard hits and Grammy nominations, solidifying their undeniable chemistry.

In addition to the Super Bowl, Kendrick and SZA will tour later this year on the Grand National Tour in support of Kendrick’s latest album, GNX. The tour kicks off on April 19 and will run through June 18, with performances across North America, including Toronto, the hometown of rival Drake.

Fans are also buzzing about the potential for a joint project between the two, with SZA recently expressing her excitement about the possibility.