SZA emerged triumphant as she seized the prestigious “Best International Artist” accolade at this week’s BRIT Awards, outshining a star-studded lineup that included Miley Cyrus, Olivia Rodrigo, and Taylor Swift. The St. Louis songstress stole the spotlight on a night that proved surprisingly subdued for Swift, who notably missed out on nominations in this category.

While Cyrus claimed the “International Song of the Year” title with “Flowers,” Swift’s absence from the contention didn’t go unnoticed. This was a far cry from her prior triumph over SZA for “Album of the Year” at the Grammys.

On a contrasting note, rising rap sensation Central Cee faced a challenging night despite entering with the second-highest number of nominations (4). The promising artist left empty-handed, despite his meteoric rise in the last 18 months and the buzz surrounding a potential collaboration with Drake.

SZA’s winning streak extends beyond the BRIT Awards, as she and Phoebe Bridgers clinched the 2024 Grammy for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for their track “Ghost in the Machine.” This victory was particularly sweet, given that they triumphed over Swift’s “Karma” featuring Ice Spice. SZA expressed her gratitude on social media, shouting out her collaborator and the entire production team.

“Ghost in the Machine” not only secured its place in Grammy history but also soared to No. 40 on the Billboard Hot 100, solidifying SZA’s status as a chart-topping sensation.

Looking beyond the winners’ circle, formidable contenders for the award included Cyrus for “A Thousand Miles” with Brandi Carlisle, Lana Del Rey for “Candy Necklace” featuring Jon Batiste, and Billie Eilish, whose Barbie soundtrack contribution and feature on Labrinth’s “Never Felt So Alone” garnered nominations of their own.

In the world of music, SZA is undeniably on a roll, leaving an indelible mark as she continues to rise to new heights and collect accolades along the way.