SZA’s stellar career reaches new heights with yet another prestigious accolade. The acclaimed “Kill Bill” singer was honored with the Hal David Starlight Award at the Songwriters Hall of Fame 2024 Induction and Awards Gala, recognizing her profound impact on the music industry through her original songwriting.
In her emotional acceptance speech, SZA expressed overwhelming gratitude, stating, “I’m beyond all my wildest dreams.” She underscored the significance of the award, especially as a Black woman in the industry, remarking, “It means the world.” The audience was captivated as she delivered a heartfelt acoustic rendition of her hit “Snooze.”
The Hal David Starlight Award joins a distinguished list of achievements for SZA, including three Grammys, four iHeartRadio Music Awards, four Billboard Music Awards, and a Brit Award. She joins past recipients such as Taylor Swift, Post Malone, Ed Sheeran, and Lil Nas X.
The Songwriters Hall of Fame gala, held in New York City, also celebrated the induction of iconic artists like Steely Dan’s Donald Fagen and Walter Becker, Timbaland, and R.E.M.’s Mike Mills and Michael Stipe. The evening featured electrifying performances by Missy Elliott, Jason Isbell, Carrie Underwood, and Keith Urban.
Continuing her award season momentum, SZA is nominated for five BET Awards in 2024, including recognition for her collaboration with Drake on “Rich Baby Daddy.” She is also slated to perform at major festivals such as Summerfest and the British Summer Time Hyde Park concert series in London.
Beyond music, SZA ventures into acting with her debut feature-length role in a buddy comedy alongside Keke Palmer, produced by Issa Rae.
