SZA brought both talent and humor to the 2025 American Music Awards — and her celebration went viral in true superstar fashion.
On Monday night (May 26), the R&B powerhouse took home two major wins: Favorite Female R&B Artist and Favorite R&B Song. To mark the moment, SZA paid tribute to one of pop culture’s most iconic photos — Kim Kardashian’s 2014 Paper Magazine cover — with her own creative twist.
A Viral Homage, SZA-Style
The SOS singer posted a celebratory photo on Instagram, recreating Kim K’s unforgettable champagne pose. But instead of just balancing a glass, SZA went a step further — balancing an entire bottle on her back, turning heads and timelines.
“THANK YOU SO MUCH CAMP AND @amas FOR THIS HONOR!” she wrote in the caption. “These are our first awards as a CAMMPP — Y’ALL ATE THAT FOR ME. I LOVE YOU ALWAYS!! Headed to Phoenix to play tomorrow! Can’t wait to see everyone.”
On Tour With Kendrick & Big Moments On Stage
SZA is currently on the Grand National Tour alongside Kendrick Lamar, with the next stop in Glendale, Arizona on Tuesday (May 27). The singer has been delivering show-stopping performances across the country — including a surprise appearance by Justin Bieber during her May 23 show at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood.
Together, they performed a flirty live version of their hit remix of “Snooze,” sending fans into a frenzy. Bieber’s wife, Hailey Bieber, proudly shared the moment on her Instagram Story, writing, “My 2 favorite artists.”
“Snooze” previously gave SZA her second No. 1 on Billboard’s R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart in July 2023 and also topped the Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay ranking.
The Queen of Cool Keeps Winning
From viral Instagram moments to back-to-back chart-toppers, SZA continues to dominate not just the music world but pop culture as a whole. With her blend of soulful vocals, bold visuals, and down-to-earth charm, she’s setting the tone for a new era of stardom.
Check out SZA’s viral homage to Kim Kardashian’s legendary Paper Magazine cover on her Instagram page.
