Brief
SZA buys balloon sculpture after online critic’s challenge
The Grammy winner posted the purchase on Instagram, calling out the hater.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Grammy‑winning R&B singer SZA responded to an online critic who dared people to buy artist Adam Nassih’s balloon sculptures, according to Billboard.
What happened
After seeing a comment that challenged anyone to purchase a piece and offered to match the price, SZA posted an Instagram carousel on October 15 showing her acquiring one of Nassih’s vibrant balloon animals. She initially asked for the most expensive work but ended up buying a smaller sculpture.
What was said
In the Instagram caption SZA wrote, “Being a hater gets expensive, ain’t it?” and tagged the original commenter, indicating she was calling their bluff.
Key facts
- SZA bought a balloon sculpture by Adam Nassih after an online critic challenged others to purchase his work. (billboard.com)
- She shared the purchase on Instagram on October 15, 2026, captioning it with a jab at the hater. (billboard.com)
Sources
- [1] billboard.com — originally reported as “SZA Turns an Art Troll Into a Reason to Shop: ‘Being a Hater Gets Expensive, Ain’t It?’”
