SZA hits back at rumours she was paid to be back-up for Justin Bieber's Coachella performances As the rumour raged online, singer SZA has dismissed rumours linking her to Justin Bieber's Coachella performances, saying she was not involved in any contingency plans for the festival. 12 April 2026 SZA has dismissed rumours linking her to Justin Bieber's Coachella performances, saying she was not involved in any contingency plans for the festival.