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“Breaking Even” is an unreleased song teased by SZA, it was first teased on the TDE page on January 12th 2016. The song was set to be on the third installment to the S Z A trilogy “A” now titled “Ctrl” But never got officially released. The song was later leaked by fans in august of 2021.
This unreleased track offers a glimpse into SZA's creative process during a pivotal moment—the transition toward *Ctrl*. What makes it worthy of attention is how it captures her working through sonic and emotional territory that ultimately shaped her debut album's identity. The song demonstrates her willingness to experiment with vulnerability and production choices that feel both intimate and considered. For listeners interested in understanding how artists refine their vision, this leaked material reveals the thoughtful decisions behind what makes it to final release. It's a curious artifact of artistic development, showing SZA before the polished presentation of *Ctrl*, yet with unmistakable traces of her emerging voice and thematic preoccupations.