After her attempt to dismiss the lawsuit was denied in February 2024, she emphasized that her hiatus was a personal choice for self-care.

On April 12, 2025, Lizzo made her third appearance on Saturday Night Live, performing a medley of her new songs, 'Still Bad' and 'Love in Real Life,' from her upcoming album.

Jon Hamm, hosting for the fourth time, introduced Lizzo, who began her set by playing the guitar before joining her backing dancers.

The performance featured the album's title track alongside 'Still Bad,' which had been released in late February 2025.

Wearing a shirt that read 'TARRIFIED,' Lizzo humorously critiqued the Trump administration's tariffs, which have affected the live music industry.

During her performance of 'Love in Real Life,' Lizzo showcased her electric guitar skills, hinting at her upcoming role as Sister Rosetta Tharpe in a biopic.

In a recent podcast appearance, Lizzo discussed her decision to take a gap year from music in 2024 to focus on her mental health and artistic direction.

She described the past year as a 'gap year,' during which she worked on new music following her last single released in 2023.

Lizzo also addressed a sexual harassment lawsuit filed against her by former dancers in 2023, denying the allegations and reflecting on how it impacted her career.

Saturday Night Live is currently in its 50th season, featuring a variety of notable performances since its premiere in September 2024.

The episode concluded with an announcement that Quinta Brunson would return as host on May 3, 2025, with Benson Boone as the musical guest.

In March 2025, Lizzo announced the completion of her fifth studio album on social media, expressing her excitement about the new material.