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Lizzo Pens Emotional Tribute to SZA After Paris Performance: “I Ride for You Forever”

Lizzo took to Instagram to shower fellow artist and close friend SZA with love following a powerful onstage moment during the Grand National Tour stop in Paris. In a heartfelt post, Lizzo called SZA “the most beautiful, talented, and incredible woman, artist, & friend I know,” sharing her admiration not just for SZA’s artistry, but for who she is as a person.

The duo delivered a special performance of “IRL” — a track from Lizzo’s EP — at the Accor Arena in Paris, marking the song’s live debut. The emotional energy carried offstage as well, with Lizzo expressing her gratitude and unwavering support for SZA in her caption: “I ride for u forever. The light always shines on you!”

Lizzo didn’t hold back, also referring to SZA as an icon, and fans were quick to join in the praise in the comments, celebrating the friendship and artistic chemistry between the two stars.

This performance marked the second time Lizzo has joined SZA on her co-headlining Grand National Tour with Kendrick Lamar. Their first shared stage was at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, which Lizzo fondly referred to as “BABYS FIRST STADIUM PERFORMANCE.”

From L.A. to Paris, the bond between Lizzo and SZA continues to shine just as brightly as their talent — reminding fans that sisterhood and support are just as powerful as the music they create.