Mariah Carey & SZA Share Stories, Songs, and Surprises at Apple Music’s Flowers Event
- Crazy Staff
- Sep 26
- 2 min read
Updated: Nov 7
New York City got a once-in-a-lifetime sit-down on September 24 when Mariah Carey and SZA shared the stage at Jazz at Lincoln Center for Flowers: Mariah Carey & SZA in Conversation, presented by Apple Music and gamma.
Quick Take
Mariah Carey & SZA sat down for Apple Music’s Flowers at Jazz at Lincoln Center
Carey named Butterfly as the album that feels “the MOST me”
SZA revealed “Underneath the Stars” as her favorite Mariah song
Carey discussed her unreleased 90s alt-rock project recorded during Daydream
Both teased late-night studio sessions and new music together
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The two Grammy winners spoke about artistry, albums, and the bonds they share with their fans, weaving between laughter, admiration, and candid reflections. Carey signed autographs for fans ahead of the event, underscoring her enduring connection to the “Lambily.”
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When SZA asked which album felt “the most Mariah,” Carey didn’t hesitate.
“Butterfly. That’s the MOST me.” – Mariah Carey
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The conversation also revealed that the two have already been working in the studio together.
“It was after midnight and she was like, ‘So are you ready to start writing or what?’… She can hang!” – SZA
Other highlights :
Carey confirming Butterfly as her most personal album
SZA calling “Underneath the Stars” her favorite Mariah track, saying it “literally shaped my mind”
Carey sharing that she recorded an unreleased alt-rock project while working on Daydream in the 90s
Both singers teasing future collaborations still to come
When asked about her most important relationships, Carey didn’t hesitate.
“I’m gonna have to say it’s the lambs. The relationship I have with the Lambily… there’s never been anything like it.” – Mariah Carey
The full conversation is now available to stream on