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SZA

SZA is an American singer-songwriter known for her genre-blending approach to R&B, including alternative R&B, hip hop, and soul.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

SZA is an American singer-songwriter known for blending alternative R&B, hip hop, and soul. She rose to fame with her debut album *Ctrl* and solidified her status with *SOS*.

Early life

SZA was born Solána Imani Rowe on November 8, 1989, in St. Louis, Missouri. She is publicly known by her stage name rather than her birth name.

Music style

Her music is described as alternative R&B with influences from R&B, hip hop, and soul. She is known for diaristic songwriting and genre experimentation.

Career

SZA gained prominence with *Ctrl* in 2017 and later expanded her success with *SOS*. Her collaborations with artists including Kendrick Lamar and Drake have helped establish her as a major contemporary R&B artist.

In short

  • Real name: Solána Imani Rowe
  • Born November 8, 1989 (age 36 as of 2026)
  • Known for debut album *Ctrl*
  • Genre: alternative R&B
Canadian angle

SZA has a strong audience in Canada through streaming, radio play, and touring, and her releases have been widely covered by Canadian music media and listeners.

Quick questions

How old is SZA?
SZA was born on November 8, 1989, so she is 36 years old as of 2026.
What is SZA's real name?
Her real name is Solána Imani Rowe.
What genre is SZA's music?
Her music is generally described as alternative R&B, with influences from R&B, hip hop, and soul.

Sources

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SZA
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, nationality, and general biography.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannicahttps://www.britannica.com/biography/SZA
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, musical style, and prominence through *Ctrl*.
  3. Biography.comhttps://www.biography.com/musicians/a57628214/sza
    Supports: Real name, birth date, birthplace, albums, and collaboration context.