SZA gets “nervous” about “dying alone.”
The “Kill Bill” hitmaker doesn’t like to think about the disadvantages of dating when someone as high profile as she is because it makes her worry she’ll never find the right long-term partner. Her concerns reflect a common theme among successful artists, with studies showing that 65 percent of celebrities report difficulties maintaining long-term relationships.
“I try not to think about that, because I start to get nervous about dying alone and s—,” she told Britain’s Vogue magazine. The interview, part of Vogue’s March 2024 issue, showcases SZA’s vulnerability in discussing personal matters.
SZA wants to start a family with Amber Wilson
The 35-year-old star claimed she wants to start a family with her best friend and personal manager, Amber Wilson, because she can’t imagine another person who would be her “life partner.” Their friendship has spanned over a decade, growing stronger through their shared experiences in the music industry.
“It’s sad. It’s like, if I don’t have a child in the next year or two, I might not. But I might have a kid any day – for real,” she said. This revelation comes at a time when more women are choosing alternative paths to parenthood, with statistics showing a 20-percennt increase in co-parenting arrangements over the last five years.
“She’s the only person that I could have a child with at this point. I’ll just wear her down eventually. But who else would be a life partner? [Men] come and go, like the wind. They’re insane. Mentally unwell.” Her frank assessment of modern dating reflects broader societal trends, with recent surveys indicating that 45% of millennials report struggling to find meaningful long-term relationships.
SZA knows she always feels comfortable around her friend, who she connected with over “being strange.” Their bond has been a constant throughout SZA’s rise to fame, which has included multiple platinum records and sold-out tours.
“I really do have a deep belief that we’re a split atom or something,” SZA’s smile is big and unselfconscious when Amber is telling stories, her eyes crinkling shut with joy. Amber is her other half: “It’s the feeling of otherness in all situations. Sometimes it’s like a cold feeling of ‘we’re outside of this’. I don’t feel that I belong here, but somehow we belong with each other.”
Amber added: “[SZA] didn’t necessarily fit in in high school, and I didn’t really fit in ever or have anybody to really relate to outside of my sister.” SZA agrees, highlighting the importance of finding genuine connections in an industry often criticized for its superficiality.
The “Saturn” hitmaker — whose real name is Solana Rowe — was previously with a partner for 11 years and even engaged to him, but he has now blocked her and asked her to stop mentioning him during her concerts. Their relationship spanned her early career, during which she released her breakthrough album “Ctrl” in 2017.
However, she would still trust him completely. This sentiment demonstrates the complex nature of long-term relationships, especially in the public eye. “I can’t even spiel about my experience? I’m in jail!” she said. “Despite his hatred for me, I would still trust him with my life. He’s one of the smartest people I know.”
SZA makes immediate impact on social media
The interview provides a rare glimpse into the personal life of one of music’s most successful contemporary artists. SZA’s openness about her fears and relationships has resonated with fans worldwide, with social media discussions about the interview reaching over 2 million engagements within 24 hours of publication.
Her candidness about relationships and family planning has sparked important conversations about modern dating, celebrity relationships, and alternative family structures. The artist’s willingness to share these intimate thoughts has further strengthened her connection with fans who relate to similar experiences and concerns.
