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Key Points

SZA narrowly avoided a fall during her opening night performance with Kendrick Lamar in Minneapolis. The singer quickly recovered mid-dance when her partner stumbled during "Diamond Boy (DTM)." The joint tour marks both artists' first stadium shows, spanning US and European cities. SZA previously described the collaboration as an experimental "fun thing" during her Jimmy Kimmel interview.

Key Points: SZA Recovers From Near Fall During Kendrick Lamar Tour Opener

  • SZA recovered mid-performance after a dancer stumble
  • Tour marks first stadium shows for both artists
  • Duo announced joint tour in December 2024
  • International dates include Europe and multiple US cities
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SZA avoids onstage mishap during opening night of her tour with Kendrick Lamar

SZA narrowly avoids onstage mishap while performing with Kendrick Lamar during their Grand National Tour kickoff in Minneapolis.

"We’re both just kind of throwing all the paint at the wall. – SZA"

Washington, April 21

Singer-songwriter SZA almost avoided a mishap during the opening night of her Grand National Tour, which she is co-headlining with Kendrick Lamar at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

The video showed SZA attempting choreography with one of her dancers as she performed 'Diamond Boy (DTM)' from her 2024 album Lana.

During the performance, the dancer stumbled and nearly dropped her, according to People.

SZA leaned into the dance move with her arm around the dancer's shoulders. However, the singer stepped forward and caught herself before falling on the stage. She quickly recovered after a beat, and the two continued dancing as if nothing had happened, as per the outlet.

SZA and Lamar's will be travelling to cities including Houston, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Seattle, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Chicago and Detroit. International dates include Germany, Spain, Italy and Spain, among others, reported People.

SZA opened up on her tour with Lamar during a March appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!.

"Oh, we're doing a new thing," SZA said, adding, "We're doing a fun thing. We're both just kind of throwing all the paint at the wall. This is our first stadium show for both of us, so we pretty much have to go insane," reported People.

The two artists announced their tour in December 2024.

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Jamie L.
That recovery was smooth as butter! Professional performers make it look so easy when things go wrong. Can't wait to see them in Houston next month! 🔥
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Tyler R.
I think the choreography might be a bit too ambitious if dancers are struggling with it. Maybe simplify the moves to prevent actual falls? Safety first.
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Maria K.
SZA's professionalism is unmatched! The way she just kept going like nothing happened... that's why she's one of the best performers right now.
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Devon S.
This tour lineup is insane! Two of the most creative artists in the game sharing a stage. Got my tickets for the LA show already 🙌
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Aisha P.
Love how human moments like this make concerts special. It's not about being perfect, it's about the energy and connection with the audience.

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