SOS Deluxe: LANA

SZA has been killing it for years now. With songs like Kill Bill and Good Days, she’s cemented herself as one of the best R&B artists out there. Like a lot of people, I’ve been eagerly waiting for new music from her, so when she announced earlier this year that she was re-releasing SOS with some new tracks, I was hyped. After what felt like forever, we finally got the reissue.

The original SOS was solid, but let’s be real—it was long. There were so many tracks that it felt a little overwhelming. But this reissue switches things up. It’s got 15 new songs and clocks in at about 40 minutes, which feels much more manageable. And, as always with SZA, her vocals are absolutely stunning. Her voice is just on another level, and it’s what makes her music hit so hard. The lyrics are super relatable, too—diving into relationships, self-doubt, and all those late-night overthinking moments. I found myself really connecting with a lot of what she’s saying.

The sound of this record is timeless in the best way. It feels like it pulls inspiration from the ‘80s and ‘90s but still manages to sound fresh and modern. The instrumentals—like the blend of synths and drums—give the whole album a nostalgic but chill vibe. Tracks like Crybaby and Kitchen are almost perfect to me; they’ve got this calming, reflective energy that just hits. And 30 on 30? Kendrick Lamar’s feature took it to another level.

My only gripe is that calling this a “deluxe” version feels a little weird. It’s been two years since SOS dropped, and this release feels more like its own album than just an add-on. If anything, it makes the original feel even more bloated in comparison. But honestly, I’m not complaining too much. It’s a solid project, and it’s exciting to see how SZA keeps growing as an artist.

SZA - LANA

RATING - 8.3/10

FAVORITE TRACK - 30 on 30

GENRE - Rnb, Pop, Soul, Rap