SZA Responds To "Queen Of R&B" Backlash

SZA is clarifying some of her recent remarks.

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Ever since SZA's 2017 album CTRL, fans have been anticipating yet another project. Her debut was an incredible body of work and by all accounts, it is a modern-day classic. While no one is denying this, some fans raised their eyebrows when SZA recently made remarks centered around herself being the queen of R&B. These types of discussions drum up a ton of debate, and this time around it was no exception. In fact, many fans clowned on SZA for even suggesting she deserved the title.

According to The Shade Room, SZA recently clarified these remarks, noting that she never claimed she was the queen of R&B. In fact, SZA says she was simply referring to the fact that some people call her the queen of R&B and how it's a designation that actually makes her quite uncomfortable. 

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The artist then went on to advocate for justice for Breonna Taylor, as well as Elijah McClain. Clearly, SZA isn't too worried about the backlash as she knows deep down what she was trying to convey the whole time.

In the meantime, fans are still awaiting a new project from her. Hopefully, that album comes sooner rather than later.


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Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.