The music world is buzzing with excitement as two of the biggest names in hip-hop and R&B—Kendrick Lamar and SZA—prepare to hit the road together. And this isn’t just any tour.
It’s shaping up to be the most expensive and most talked-about concert event of the year.
A Tour That’s Breaking Records Before It Even Begins
Kendrick and SZA’s Grand National Tour kicks off on 19 April 2025, and it’s already making waves for all the right reasons.
For the first time, both artists will be headlining an all-stadium world tour, with a whopping 39 shows scheduled across North America and Europe, ending on 9 August in Stockholm, Sweden.
This tour is more than just a performance—it’s a full-blown celebration of their artistic journey together.
Kendrick is bringing his latest album, GNX, to the stage, while SZA is treating fans to songs from her reimagined release, Lana.
The Price Tag That’s Turning Heads
Let’s talk numbers. The average ticket price is around R3,400, making it the priciest tour of 2025 so far.
Some seats are going for as little as R2,400, while premium spots are topping out at a jaw-dropping R8,300.
Still, that hasn’t stopped fans from snatching up tickets in droves.
With over 4.2 million online searches, the hype is very real.
According to industry insiders, demand for this tour is sky-high. “They’re redefining what a live show looks like,” one expert shared. “And fans are more than willing to pay for it.”
Not Just Kendrick and SZA in the Spotlight
While the Grand National Tour is taking center stage, other major artists are also drawing big crowds—and big bucks.
Drake comes in second place with his Australia and New Zealand leg, pulling an average ticket price of R3,150.
His limited schedule has added a sense of urgency for fans trying to score seats.
Meanwhile, Green Day’s The Saviors Tour and Dua Lipa’s Radical Optimism Tour both sit at about R3,060, with Green Day’s global itinerary even including Africa.
Billie Eilish’s Tour Packs the Most Buzz
Ticket prices aren’t everything, though. Billie Eilish’s Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour may sit just under R3,000, but she’s earned the title of most searched artist with over 1.1 million queries.
“Billie just connects,” one fan shared. “Her lyrics speak to everyone—young, old, whoever. She’s got that magic.”
South African Fans Feel the FOMO
Unfortunately, South Africa didn’t make it onto the tour list, leaving local fans a little disappointed. “It’s a bummer they’re not coming here,” a fan from Cape Town admitted.
“But we’ll be cheering them on from afar and hoping for a surprise announcement.”
A Concert Experience Fans Won’t Forget
There’s no doubt that this tour is going to be a huge moment in music.
With Kendrick Lamar and SZA teaming up, the Grand National Tour promises epic visuals, electric energy, and unforgettable performances.
And as Kendrick once said, “Music is the art which is most nigh to tears and memory.” For the lucky fans attending, this tour is bound to leave them with memories to hold onto for life.