The vigorous demands of the industry only increase as an artist's popularity rises, leading many of our favorites to back away from the limelight. This can come in many forms—retirement announcements, disappearing from social media, or simply letting the world know that they need time off. The most recent Hip-Hop-Affiliated artist to announce a break was SZA .
The Top Dawg Entertainment songbird took to Xitter to share the news, which didn't bode over well with her diehard fanbase. “Yesterday was my last show for a while,” said SZA. “Finally bout to get my life together thank u God.
” She didn't specify what that meant, but SZA has been going almost nonstop since she took over the charts with her hit 2017 debut album, Ctrl . It would take over five years for SOS , her equally successful sophomore effort, to arrive—and there were plenty of frustrated updates from the singer about its execution. Her sold-out tours and packed festival performances have kept her busy, and it seems like SZA is ready for some "me" time.
Many of SZA's peers have also felt the pressure of successful careers, opting for a hiatus . Many of these rappers returned to their professions to earn greater accolades, solidifying themselves as legends. Others remained in the industry in different capacities, while some chose new vocations altogether.
Which rapper on hiatus do you want to make a triumphant return? TORONTO, ON - JANUARY 27: Jay Z performs on stage at Air Canada Centre during his Magna .