SZA Stops By ‘Seasme Street’ To Hang With Elmo And The Gang

SZA recently took a trip down Sesame Street, where she got to hang out with Elmo and the rest of the show’s quirky characters. During the episode, which premiered on Apr.10, SZA helped Elmo, Abby Cadabby and Gabrielle learn about being patient and kind to yourself.

SZA shared with Elmo and the gang how a gratitude jar can help one remember to be grateful for what they have even if they’re unhappy with their current circumstances. “A gratitude jar is a place where you can put words or pictures of things you’re grateful for,” SZA said.

She added, “Well, sometimes when you feel sad or have other really big feelings, it can be easy to forget the things that we’re thankful for. So the jar helps us to remember.”

SZA Debuts Beauty Line Amid Kendrick Lamar Tour Buzz

SZA is making her mark in the beauty world with the launch of her brand, Not Beauty, which makes its debut just in time for her upcoming Grand National Tour with Kendrick Lamar.

Her first product release features a trio of lip gloss shades—ones she’s been quietly wearing for months, including during standout public moments like her appearance at the Super Bowl halftime show.

Speaking with Vogue, she shared, “I’m not a beauty maven, but I know lips.” “I know what I like, and I’m diligent about finding the best quality ingredients. I wanted to fill a need with something that works for me and that I use daily. Following your passion and letting it lead you, and letting the story develop itself by following the throughline of risk, trust and willingness is literally what my entire life and career has been about.”

Explaining the brand’s name, she said, “[It] was representative of a reminder of: Don’t try to be these other brands, don’t try to be anything. Don’t just make a random celebrity brand just because you can. My whole life is about being pressure-free but still trying your best, and that’s what Not is about.”