R&B singer SZA is set to headline Glastonbury later today. When the 34-year old was announced as one of the headline shows for this years event, many were unsure on who she was, if she was a singer, a DJ or even a band. However, if you have never heard of her, that's on you - as she's quickly become one of the biggest female artists in the world .
SZA , pronounced 'scissor' - whose real name is Solana Imani Rowe - is an American R&B singer-songwriter and has released two studio albums, three EPs, one live album, and 44 singles (11 of which as a featured artist). She took inspiration from rapper RZA of the Wu-Tang Clan for her stage name. The S stands for saviour or sovereign, the 'Z' for Zig-Zag and the 'A' for Allah - a nod to her Muslim upbringing.
SZA has become one of the most most listened-to artists globally and certainly warrants a top place on the line-up alongside Dua Lipa, Coldplay and Shania Twain. She's a versatile musician who can rap, as well as belt out a ballad just as easily. Her skewed electronic pop has become widely recognised, and she has quickly gained a decorated career.
Throughout the years, SZA has picked up four Grammy Awards, one Brit Award, an American Music Award, a Guild of Music Supervisors Award, and two Billboard Women in Music awards. She started off independently and quickly became one of the most successful independent artists of all time. She released her first two EP's in 2013 and 2013, before signing to Top Dawg Entertainment in 2013 - a.
