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SZA Reflects on Fame: ‘I Didn’t Even Know What I Was Signing Up For’
Rising to fame with her critically acclaimed album “Ctrl” in 2017, American singer-songwriter SZA (Solána Rowe) has shared candid thoughts about the intense scrutiny that comes with success. In a recent interview, she opened up about the pressures of being in the public eye.
As Billboard reports, during an appearance on the popular podcast “The Daily Dish”, SZA expressed her initial unease and confusion regarding the vast exposure that accompanies stardom. She confessed, “I didn’t even know what I was signing up for…it’s like, I don’t wanna be a celebrity.”
SZA further elaborated on the unexpected nature of her rapid ascension to fame: “You don’t have control over it…it’s like, you’re living in this world where people are talking about you before they even know what you’re thinking.” The singer-songwriter went on to emphasize the importance of mental health support and self-care during periods of intense public scrutiny.
The artist’s comments come at a time when celebrities continue to struggle with the weight of online presence, social media platforms, and tabloid attention. SZA joins fellow musicians like Billie Eilish and Taylor Swift in acknowledging the psychological toll that fame can have on mental well-being.
In an era where stardom is often linked to intense public expectations and constant media attention, artists are increasingly opening up about the need for self-compassion, boundaries, and responsible reporting.
Source: www.billboard.com
