Erykah Badu

Born: 1971-02-26

Erica Abi Wright (born February 26, 1971), better known by her stage name Erykah Badu, is an American recording artist, record producer and actress. Her work includes elements from R&B, hip hop and jazz. She is best known for her role in the rise of the neo soul sub-genre, and for her eccentric, cerebral musical stylings and sense of fashion. She is known as the "First Lady of Neo-Soul" or the "Queen of Neo-Soul". Early in her career, she was recognizable for wearing very large and colorful headwraps. For her musical sensibilities, she has often been compared to jazz great Billie Holiday. She was a core member of the Soulquarians, and is also an actress having appeared in a number of films playing a range of supporting roles in movies such as Blues Brothers 2000, The Cider House Rules, and House of D, she is also very prominent in the documentary film Before the Music Dies. ​From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.


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What Men Want

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Released: 2019-02-08

Magically able to hear what men are thinking, a sports agent uses her newfound ability to turn...

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The Cider House Rules

as Rose Rose
Released: 1999-12-17

Homer is an orphan who was never adopted, becoming the favorite of orphanage director Dr. Larch....

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Blues Brothers 2000

as Queen Moussette
Released: 1998-02-05

Finally released from prison, Elwood Blues is once again enlisted by Sister Mary Stigmata in her...

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Dave Chappelle's Block Party

as Self
Released: 2005-09-12

The American comedian/actor delivers a story about the alternative Hip Hop scene. A small town...

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They Die by Dawn

as Stagecoach Mary
Released: 2013-09-20

Four outlaws with a bounty on each head, set a date for a shootout in Langston, Oklahoma. The...

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House of D

as Lady / Bernadette
Released: 2005-04-29

In the present, artist Tom Warshaw recalls his traumatic coming of age. As a 13-year-old growing...

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The Land

as Turquoise
Released: 2016-07-29

Four teenage boys devote their summer to escaping the streets of Cleveland, Ohio, by pursuing a...

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The Black Power Mixtape 1967-1975

as Self (voice)
Released: 2011-04-01

Examines the evolution of the Black Power Movement in US society from 1967 to 1975. It features...

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Teenage Paparazzo

as Self (uncredited)
Released: 2010-01-22

A documentary that examines the relationship between celebrity and society.

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What Difference Does It Make?

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Released: 2014-02-17

A documentary that explores the challenges that a life in music can bring.

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Savage X Fenty Show Vol. 3

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Released: 2021-09-24

Get ready for the launch of Rihanna's 2021 Savage X Fenty collection. Celebrating togetherness...

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Dave Chappelle: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize

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Released: 2020-01-07

An outstanding lineup of entertainers gathers in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall to salute Dave...

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The DOC

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Released: 2022-06-10

Dave Caplan’s directorial debut tells the inspirational story of hip hop icon The DOC, 30 years...

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One Love: The Bob Marley All-Star tribute

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Released: 1999-12-01

One Love documents the December 1999 tribute concert honoring reggae pioneer Bob Marley produced...

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Before the Music Dies

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Released: 2006-11-02

B4MD tells the story of American music at this precarious moment. Filmakers Andrew Shapter and...

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RM 'Indigo' Album Magazine Film

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Released: 2022-12-03

The magazine film of the album 'Indigo'.

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VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul

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Released: 2011-12-19

VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul was the third of three concerts in the series not aired live. It was...

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Hargrove

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Released: 2022-06-12

Jazz trumpet legend Roy Hargrove, deemed by his peers as a musical prophet, up close and...

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Let's Start a Band: A Dragon Tales Music Special

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Released: 2003-04-01

Unlike the TV series, this special episode is not a regular episode of Dragon Tales. Instead, it...

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Life O' The Party: On the Road with Prince and the New Power Generation

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Released: 2005-06-07

On the road documentary with Prince and the New Power Generation during their 2004 Musicology...

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MTV Unplugged: Erykah Badu

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Released: 1997-11-18

Shot in New York (or possibly Canada), Erykah Badu performs songs from the Baduizm album for MTV...

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Bonobo: The North Borders Tour, Live

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Released: 2014-10-07

By the time Bonobo plays London's legendary Alexandra Palace on 28th November 2014, the epic...

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Erykah Badu Live at VH1 Soul Stage 2008

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Released: 2008-02-29

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Erykah Badu Live

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Released: 2000-12-01

Dazzling documentary covering Erykah Badu's 2000 concert at the Knitting Factory in Los Angeles.

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The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

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First aired: 2014-02-17

After Jay Leno's second retirement from the program, Jimmy Fallon stepped in as his permanent...

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The Tonight Show with Jay Leno

as uncredited
First aired: 1992-05-25

Jay Leno hosts some of the biggest celebrities in the world.

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All That

as Self - Musical Guest
First aired: 1994-04-16

A zany sketch comedy featuring many wacky characters hosted for kids and by kids.

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New York Undercover

as uncredited
First aired: 1994-09-08

New York Undercover is an American police drama The series stars Detective J.C. Williams and...

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Hand of God

as April
First aired: 2014-08-28

A morally corrupt judge suffers a breakdown and believes that God is speaking directly to him,...

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The Oscars

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First aired: 1953-03-19

An annual American awards ceremony honoring cinematic achievements in the film industry. The...

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Chappelle's Show

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First aired: 2003-01-22

Dave Chappelle's singular point of view is unleashed through a combination of laidback stand-up...

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MTV Unplugged

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First aired: 1989-11-26

MTV's acclaimed music series showcases today's top artists and rising stars in the industry...

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The Chris Rock Show

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First aired: 1997-02-07

The Chris Rock Show is a late night comedy talk show featured on HBO. It was created by Chris...

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VERZUZ

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First aired: 2020-03-24

VERZUZ was introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic as a virtual DJ battle, with Timbaland and...

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