After weeks of online jabs and subtweets, SZA finally speaks out—saying she’s baffled by the drama and has no personal beef with Minaj.

When the Feud Became Unavoidable

November 6, 2025: Back in July, Nicki Minaj launched a public barrage of comments against SZA—questioning her career, her legacy, and her place in the industry. What began as cryptic social-media posts turned into full-blown verbal volleys across X (formerly Twitter).
SZA remained mostly silent—until now. In a recent interview, she labelled the entire situation “strange”, insisting she and Minaj have no personal connection, and that she’s still unclear on how it all started.

What SZA Actually Said

In her first detailed comments on the matter, SZA stated:

• “I don’t know her. We have no connection to each other.”
• “There was no back-story. There was no through-line narrative. It was just … ‘Roc Nation’… I don’t know where it came from.”
  Her tone was calm but firm—choosing not to dig deeper into the drama, instead signalling she’d rather move forward.

Minaj’s Side: Unresolved Shots Fired

Minaj, on her part, accused SZA of being insincere and questioned her artistic integrity, suggesting SZA’s success was exaggerated and mocking her career credentials. These comments sparked scrutiny from fans and industry observers alike—and thrust both artists back into the spotlight.

Meanwhile, fellow artists like Cardi B weighed in, calling out what they see as Minaj repeatedly clashing with women in the industry.

Why This Matters

• Artist image plays a role. Both SZA and Minaj are major figures in music right now—their reputations and public narratives matter, and a feud like this shifts attention from music to conflict.
• Social-media fireworks. The drama shows how quickly subtweets and social posts can escalate into headline-making feuds—even when the involved parties claim no prior conflict.
• Women in music. The clash highlights ongoing tensions around competition, collaboration, and respect among female artists in a male-dominated industry.

What’s Next for SZA & Minaj

For SZA: Her comments suggest she’s opting out of the drama and focusing on her music, creative process, and personal growth rather than feuds.
For Minaj: The firestorm may prompt a re-evaluation of how she engages with social media and public conflict—but given her history, a comeback response wouldn’t surprise anyone.
For both: This moment may serve as a turning point—either easing the tension or setting the stage for further commentary and follow-up.