(ThyBlackMan.com) SZA knows how to move in this game, and she just made one of the biggest plays of her career. Right after shutting it down at the Super Bowl halftime show alongside Kendrick Lamar, she blessed the fans with a deluxe version of her smash album SOS. The updated version, Lana, dropped on Sunday night (February 9), and it’s packed with even more of that signature SZA vibe.
A Deluxe That Delivers
The Lana update isn’t just a couple of throwaways thrown onto the end of SOS—nah, she came correct. The deluxe now totals 42 tracks, solidifying SOS as one of the most stacked R&B albums in recent memory. Among the new additions, we got four fresh songs: the vibey “Joni” featuring Don Toliver, the smooth and sultry “Take You Down,” the introspective “PSA,” and a solo version of “Open Arms”—minus Travis Scott.
This rollout wasn’t just about the music, though. The timing of the release, right before her Super Bowl halftime performance, was a masterclass in marketing. It’s no secret that the Super Bowl is one of the biggest platforms in the world, and SZA made sure to capitalize on every bit of that attention.
Super Bowl Takeover with Kendrick Lamar
SZA’s Lana wasn’t the only thing making waves that night. She hit the stage at New Orleans’ Caesars Superdome alongside Kendrick Lamar, performing their duets “Luther” and “All the Stars.” The chemistry was undeniable—two of TDE’s finest showing out for the culture on one of the biggest nights in entertainment.
Of course, Kendrick had his own moment, running through solo hits like “HUMBLE,” “TV Off,” and his viral Drake diss “Not Like Us.” But SZA made sure to leave her own mark on the night, proving once again that she’s not just a feature artist—she’s a headliner in her own right.
The Road to Lana
Lana didn’t drop without some drama, though. SZA’s rollout wasn’t as smooth as some fans would have liked, and she had to push back against critics who were getting too impatient. In January, she took to X (formerly Twitter) to vent about the entitlement some fans were showing.
“I used to think sharing snippets, personal info + music tea would build connection but it actually just made ppl entitled ungrateful and disrespectful. It’s time to restore the boundary.”
She doubled down, making it clear that she was done explaining herself:
“No more explanations / updates. No back n forth. All further questions hit Punch. Thanks.”
But when one fan really tried it, she let them have it:
“It’s almost like you didn’t read Punch clearly announce we were waiting on sample clearance. Almost like wildfires broke out where everyone who worked on this album lives .. almost like you don’t give a f*, and lack common sense. Almost like u were raised by animals.”**
Whew. If there’s one thing SZA gon’ do, it’s speak her mind!
SZA & Kendrick On Tour—A TDE Dream Team
Now that the Super Bowl stage has been conquered and Lana is officially out, what’s next? A massive arena tour alongside Kendrick Lamar.
Starting April 19 in Minneapolis, MN, and wrapping up June 18 in Landover, MD, the North American leg will hit major cities like Houston, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Las Vegas, and Chicago.
Then, they’re taking the energy overseas. Europe, get ready! The tour heads to London, Paris, Amsterdam, Rome, Barcelona, and more starting July 2. This ain’t just a regular tour—this is a TDE event.
Fan Reactions: A Mixture of Love & Chaos
Social media has been in shambles since SZA announced Lana. Some fans are hyped beyond belief, praising the extended version of SOS as a game-changer:
“SZA just gave us 42 tracks of pure heat. This woman is in her bag, and she ain’t coming out anytime soon.” – @RNBQueen_87
“The deluxe didn’t just add songs—it elevated the whole experience. SZA is a genius for this.” – @TDEFanatic
But of course, not everybody is satisfied. Some fans are still salty over the rollout delays:
“She really dragged this out and then wanna act like we the problem for wanting updates smh.” – @ImJustSayingTho
“I’m happy we got Lana but let’s be real… the communication could’ve been better.” – @NoFilterNate
Then there’s the Super Bowl performance discourse. While many were excited to see SZA and Kendrick shut it down, others had thoughts about the setlist:
“SZA did her thing but why we ain’t get ‘Kill Bill’?? That was a missed opportunity.” – @RNBGodesss
“Kendrick’s halftime show was fire, but I feel like SZA needed more solo time. She’s too big to just be a guest star at this point.” – @HipHopScholar
At the end of the day, Lana is out, the Super Bowl cameo was a success, and SZA is about to hit the road with one of the greatest rappers alive. Whether you’re rocking with the deluxe or side-eyeing the rollout, one thing is clear: SZA is winning.
