Looks like SZA is playing no games—because SOS just made a chart comeback so fierce it could bring Mariah Carey out of hibernation. Nearly two years after its original release, SOS has reclaimed its throne on the Billboard 200, surging from No. 15 to No. 1 thanks to the deluxe ‘LANA’ edition. Dropping 15 fresh tracks on December 20, this updated version proves SZA isn’t just a queen; she’s the whole damn dynasty.
The numbers don’t lie. SOS pulled in a staggering 178,000 equivalent album units in a single week, a 297% jump fueled by the newly added tracks. To put that in perspective, the 15 new songs alone generated enough activity to top the Billboard 200 if they’d been released as a standalone album. (Take notes, everyone else.)
Originally released on December 9, 2022, SOS had already flexed its dominance with 10 non-consecutive weeks at No. 1. Now, with this latest climb, it’s added an 11th week at the top, marking the longest break between No. 1 weeks for any album in Billboard history. And here’s the kicker—it’s never left the Top 20 during its 107 consecutive weeks on the chart. Mic drop? More like a chart slam.
The new tracks aren’t just filler—they’re bangers, led by the previously Hot 100-charting single, “Saturn.” And if you think SZA’s just here for the stats, think again. With deeply emotional and relatable lyrics, she’s creating a soundtrack to life’s highs, lows, and everything in between.
SOS isn’t just dominating the charts; it’s smashing records too. It’s now the R&B album with the most weeks at No. 1 by a woman since Mariah Carey’s 1991 debut album, and it ties Whitney Houston’s The Bodyguard soundtrack for weeks at No. 1. The comparisons are legendary, but SZA is clearly carving her own path.
And it doesn’t stop there. With seven Grammy nominations for 2025, including Album of the Year and Best R&B Album, SZA is making it clear—she’s not just a moment, she’s a movement.
Whether you’re still vibing to the OG version of SOS or diving into the expanded tracks, one thing’s for sure: SZA’s reign isn’t just here—it’s growing.
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