SZA On Dating Drake Around 2009: “We We’re Young, It Was So Childish”
R&B sensation SZA recently graced the cover of Rolling Stone magazine, where she opened up about her short-lived romance with the renowned rapper Drake around 2009. Their relationship resurfaced into the public eye following the release of their collaborative track, “Slime You Out.”
SZA candidly admitted that during their time together, both she and Drake were “really young.” Their relationship was characterized by what she described as “youth vibes,” emphasizing that it wasn’t a deeply serious or mature affair. In her own words, “It wasn’t hot and heavy or anything. It was so childish.”
Interestingly, Drake had previously alluded to their past relationship in one of his songs. In a track featuring 21 Savage and Metro Boomin, he rapped, “Said she wanna f*** to some SZA, wait / ‘Cause I used to date SZA back in ’08 / If you cool with it, baby, she can still play.” This lyrical nod offered fans a glimpse into their history.
During her interview with Rolling Stone, SZA also delved into her current outlook on romantic relationships. She expressed the desire to be appreciated for more than just her appearance and energy. SZA said, “I feel like I have more to offer than the way I look and my energy.” She aspires to have people fall in love with her for who she truly is, aligning with her vision of a meaningful connection.
Beyond her past involvement with Drake, SZA’s dating history has occasionally been a topic of interest in the media. There were rumors linking her to singer Kehlani, sparked by a public sighting of them holding hands at Rihanna’s party. However, Kehlani later came out as gay, and SZA has never confirmed the nature of their relationship or commented on her own sexuality in interviews.
Another rumored romantic link was with Sasso Scott, a clothing designer associated with the brand 10Deep. Still, these claims remained unsubstantiated, and no official confirmation of their romantic involvement emerged. In her Rolling Stone cover story, SZA’s reflections on her past with Drake provide a glimpse into the personal lives of these talented artists, reminding us that even the biggest names in the music industry have their own youthful and sometimes “childish” love stories from the past.
