Erykah Badu
Erykah Badu is a singer, songwriter, and producer who emerged as a defining voice in neo-soul and alternative R&B in the late 1990s. Originating from Dallas and linked to the Soulquarians collective, she blends jazz, hip-hop, and soul with socially conscious lyrics, crafting a sound that challenges conventional pop music categories. Her distinctive vocal phrasing and Afrocentric aesthetic have become hallmarks of her artistry. Her relevance in alternative R&B comes from her commitment to blending spiritual themes with experimental production, notably on albums like *Mama’s Gun* and *New Amerykah*. Fans return for her poetic storytelling and genre-defying approach, as well as her captivating live performances that incorporate improvisation and political commentary.
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Watch Erykah Badu Refuse to Comment on Kanye West After Attending an L.A. Show
Badu was asked after posting several videos on Instagram, praising the set design, rapping along to Ye's lyrics, and calling the show "phenomenal."
Jack Harlow Taps Into Electric Lady Studios History on 'Monica,' Earns Soulquarians Comparisons
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Questlove Teases Soulquarians Reunion Inspired by D'Angelo's Death
The Roots drummer reveals plans to revive his legendary crew of collaborators.
J. Cole's 'The Fall-Off' Album: Features and Production Credits
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Erykah Badu "Mama's Gun" 25th Anniversary Gold Black Ice 2LP: How to Buy
The neo-soul classic is available now on vinyl in a special 25th anniversary edition on Complex.
Amanda Seales Says Erykah Badu Had Her Fired From Writing Gig Because She Called Her 'Crazy'
Seales also said she never wanted date any of the singer's former partners.
Erykah Badu Stops Show to Call Out Front-Row Fans for ‘Mean-Mugging’ Her and Sitting Down
Badu paused her set to scold front-row fans sitting and staring her down mid-performance.
The DOC Talks 'Mutual Respect' With Ex Erykah Badu, Calls Her 'Powerful'
The Dallas-born artists share a 21-year-old daughter, Puma Curry.
The DOC Talks Erykah Badu Breakup, Says She Didn't Want Him to Help on Dr. Dre Album
The rapper and songwriter was asked to leave Dallas to help Dre.
Erykah Badu Denies Being Subject of OutKast's "Ms. Jackson," Jokes Her Mother Is Convinced It's Her
The vocalist joked that her mom has a "T-shirt" and "bumper sticker" dedicated to the 2000 song.
Jill Scott Pays Tribute to D’Angelo Following His Death, Reveals She Never Met Him
Jill Scott recently tweeted about how much she loves D'Angelo.
Erykah Badu Jokes About Losing Child Support When Asked If André 3000 Is Better Than Black Thought
The vocalist said she's "inspired" by 3000, whom she shares a son with.
Erykah Badu Explains The Scent of Her Viral 'P*ssy' Incense
'I'm giving you a gift of Badu p*ssy incense,' she said.
The Alchemist Explains Why His Album With Erykah Badu Didn’t Drop as Expected
Al said a release date of August 29 never came out of his mouth.
Erykah Badu Announces 'Abi & Alan' Album With The Alchemist Will Be Delayed
"Don’t worry tho," she told fans.
Erykah Badu Announces Release Date for 'Abi & Alan,' A Joint Album With The Alchemist
The Queen of Neo-Soul & the acclaimed producer are also on tour.
The Alchemist Responds to Fan Backlash Over AI Cover Art for Erykah Badu Collab "Next to You"
Alchemist defends AI art for new Erykah Badu collab amid fan backlash over the “Next to You” single cover.
Watch J. Cole Bring Out Erykah Badu at Dreamville Fest
J. Cole brought out Erykah Badu for his performance of “Too Deep for the Intro.”