HIPHOPDX Erykah Badu
- She’s a practicing doula
- Her classic song “Tyrone” was completely improvised
- She traced her lineage to the Cameroon people
- She’s been a vegan since 2006
- She’s considered one of the leading figures of the “neo-soul” movement
Erykah Badu has three kids: Seven Sirius Benjamin (born to André 3000 in 1997); Puma Sabti Curry (born to The D.O.C. in 2004); and Mars Merkaba Thedford (born to Jay Electronica in 2009).
Erykah Badu was a core member of the Soulquarians along with Questlove, J Dilla, D'Angelo, James Poyser, Common and others.
Of course! She DJ’s all around and she showcased her skills on the R&B cypher at the 2018 Soul Train Music Awards.
Erykah Badu has won a total of 4 Grammys, including Best R&B Song in 2003 ("Love of My Life") and Best R&B Album in 1998 (Baduizm).
Erykah Badu studied quantum physics at Grambling University. She left to pursue her music career.
Erykah Badu has cited Miles Davis, Al Jarreau, Chaka Khan, Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye as influences.