SZA Responds to Nicki Minaj’s Unprovoked Attacks in Latest Interview

NEW YORK, NY – SZA, the Grammy-winning singer, recently addressed her ongoing social media dispute with fellow rapper Nicki Minaj. In an interview published on November 6, 2025, SZA expressed confusion over the feud, stating, “I don’t know her. We have no connection to each other. There’s no backstory.” The situation escalated last summer when Minaj accused SZA of bullying her.

The tension peaked in July when Minaj seemingly targeted SZA after the singer voiced frustration with her label situation. Minaj’s initial tweet insulted SZA’s appearance and questioned her musical achievements. “Go draw your freckles back on, bookie,” Minaj tweeted, further fueling the feud.

In response, SZA chose to withdraw from the escalation, stating, “I don’t give a f— bout none of that weird s— you popping… Lmao let me go back to being calm shy and meek.” However, Minaj continued the online attacks, even criticizing SZA’s decision to re-release her album, SOS, as a deluxe version. “Like, what in the insecure lack of morals & integrity you doing?” she wrote.

SZA later revealed that Minaj had previously reached out for collaborations. “Nicki, you absolutely know my music and what I contribute cause you’ve asked for features twice to no response,” she shared in a text exchange. This further added to SZA’s confusion over why she became the target of Minaj’s vitriol.

Despite the heated exchanges, SZA maintained that she has been focused on her career. “I love Kendrick. I’m signed to TDE. That’s my family,” she mentioned in regard to her collaborations with Kendrick Lamar, emphasizing that she wouldn’t intervene in his disputes, including his ongoing feud with Drake.

The situation between SZA and Minaj serves as an example of the complexities of celebrity relationships in the music industry, where misunderstandings can lead to public disagreements. As SZA continues to thrive, her priority remains on her art and the positive support from her fans amidst the drama.