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This is SZA. SOS is her newest released album which released on Dec. 9, 2022. With its first week of being out, ‘SOS’ spent two weeks at number one on Billboard 200 chart as of Dec. 27, 2022. This album became the first by a Black female artist to land its place at number one in its first two weeks since 2013. Scan the QR codes to listen to the songs. (Content by Ella VarVera)

Kill Bill

Within the last week, “Kill Bill” has taken the number 3 place on the Billboard Hot 100. This song is by far the most listened to and liked song on SZA’s new album, “SOS.”

“I feel like ‘Kill Bill’ will be the most popular among listeners, but I feel like it’ll get over played like “Bad Habit,’ which I really hope doesn’t happen.”

-Kirnpreet Dayal 12

Nobody Gets Me

Following ‘Kill Bill’ on the Billboard Hot 100, is ‘Nobody Gets Me,’ at number 10. The song is relatable, speaking on past relationships and love. Along with the lyrics, ‘Nobody Gets Me’ has grown popular because of the music video and the visual representation that comes with it.

Blind

Once again, ‘Blind’ by SZA is high up on the Billboard Hot 100. As of this week, it takes 12 place. ‘Blind’ was one of many songs from the SOS album that was released before the rest of the album. This caused the song to spread around the Internet very quickly.

“Blind. I can’t listen to this song without thinking about TikTok and it just kinda ruined it for me.”

-Ellenna Forbes 10

Love Language

‘Love Language’ is a very relatable song, especially to young people. It holds a very important lesson about young love and the challenges that come with it.

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Seek And Destroy

‘Seek and Destroy’ has a complex level of craftsmanship and penmanship that you can’t find anywhere else. SZA’s vocals in this song stand out above the rest as she really shows her range and abilities.

Notice Me

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‘SOS’ is SZA’s second album and was released four years after her fist. According to Rolling Stone, the album is considered an “R&B meets Nineties teen melodrama.” The album has 23 tracks with features from Travis Scott, Don Toliver, Pheobe Bridgers and Wu-Tang clan member, Ol’ Dirty Bastard.

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‘SOS’ grabbed the attention of many right away. The song is said to be different from the rest of the album with its intriguing incidental or background music. There are less lyrics and more instrumental components to switch things up.

SZA is liked so much because she’s relatable and looked up to. She says what she feels and is able to display her insecurities and fears.

“It was a fire album. It was one of the best albums released all year for sure.”

-Mia McDonnell, 10

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This song specifically is described to have great production and lyrics. ‘Notice Me’ is a song that grabs your attention right away and it just keeps getting better as you listen.

“‘Notice me’ has a special place in my heart and it’s just kind of satisfying.”

-Lane

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Special

Besides the easy-to-love rhythm of ‘Special’, the lyrics are very meaningful and can be to related to by almost everyone. ‘Special’ is a great song that helps describe the feelings of many young people today.

Shirt

Similar to number 6, ‘Shirt’ has grown big because of its insanely catchy chorus. Shirt is a great song for all of the emotions and is a song that just makes you feel good.

“This is the perfect playlist for when you want to feel sad, happy and confident all in one”

-Miriam Lichty, 10

Gone Girl

The song ‘Gone Girl’ shows up on the list because of its unique and mesmerizing chorus. It stands out because of this and really gives the listeners what they want.

“I immediately added the song ‘Gone Girl’ to my playlist because I just love this chorus so much.”

- Ellenna Forbes 10