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 …

Renowned for her songwriting, singing, and producing, she promotes wellness, and challenges oppressive structures. Her innovative, genre-bending approach has earned her the title, …

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, …

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.

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.'

Aug 1, 2025 · Erykah Badu doesn’t make the same album twice. Since her debut, she’s carved her own path in music—part soul, part jazz, part hip-hop, and always original.

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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 …

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 …