Erica Abi Wright (born February 26, 1971), [2] known professionally as Erykah Badu, is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer.

Nov 7, 2025 · Erykah Badu, American rhythm-and-blues singer whose neo-soul vocals elicited comparisons to jazz legend Billie Holiday. She is admired for her bluesy sound that draw from the …

Dec 22, 2025 · This year, to honor the 25th anniversary of her landmark album Mama’s Gun, Erykah Badu set out on a 16-stop tour. At performances in cities including Brooklyn, Chicago, and Los …

In 2023, her cannabis brand Apple Trees collaborated with Cookies to introduce That Badu, while her fashion influence earned her the 2024 CFDA Fashion Icon Award. From Fashion Week to five major...

Mar 19, 2025 · Erykah Badu remembers her last moments of normalcy. The generational talent who changed the course of R&B and hip-hop with her home-cooked neo-soul has never truly been …

Nov 22, 2025 · Erykah Badu, one of the world’s most revered singers, is widely credited as being the godmother of neo-soul. Badu’s blend of hip-hop swagger and smooth jazz draws inspiration from …

Mar 31, 2025 · Erykah Badu is teasing a long-awaited return to recording new music. The R&B legend, who has not released a full album since 2010, says the decision to drop a full-length project now feels...

Erykah Badu was born on 26 February 1971 in Dallas, Texas, USA. She is a music artist and actress, known for The Cider House Rules (1999), Blues Brothers 2000 (1998) and What Men Want (2019).

Apr 16, 2025 · Erykah Badu, born Erica Abi Wright on February 26, 1971, in Dallas, Texas, is a celebrated singer-songwriter known for her distinctive blend of R&B, soul, and hip-hop music. From a …

Feb 3, 2025 · Erykah Badu is known for her soulful music style, showcased on albums such as the Grammy Award-winning 'Baduizm' and her follow-up, 'Live.'