Erykah Badu

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Known Credits

1.6908

Gender

Female

Birthday

26-Feb-1971

Age

(55 years old)

Place of Birth

Dallas, Texas, USA

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Erykah Badu

Biography

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.


Credits

The Land The Land (2016) Character: Turquoise
Four teenage boys devote their summer to escaping the streets of Cleveland, Ohio, by pursuing a dream life of professional skateboarding. But when they get caught in the web of the local queenpin, their motley brotherhood is tested, threatening to make this summer their last.
Before the Music Dies Before the Music Dies (2006) Character: Self - Musician
B4MD tells the story of American music at this precarious moment. Filmakers Andrew Shapter and Joel Rasmussen traveled the country, hoping to understand why mainstream music seems so packaged and repetitive, and whether corporations really had the power to silence musical innovation. The answers they found on this journey are what makes B4MD both riveting and exciting.
Thom Browne: The Man Who Tailors Dreams Thom Browne: The Man Who Tailors Dreams (2024) Character: Self
In the world of superstar fashion designers, Thom Browne stands apart with his theatrical runway shows, dramatic ready-to-wear creations, and eye-popping originality. From his headquarters in New York City’s Fashion District, Browne recounts his early breaks in the fashion world, how his work garnered support from celebrity fans such as Michelle Obama, Billie Eilish, Zendaya, Lebron James and Anna Wintour, and how his reconceptualization of the classic men’s business suit became his signature achievement. Sparkling highlights from Browne’s personal archives showcase the years of growing wit, edge, and mastery, all the while contrasted with Browne’s humble, gently welcoming persona.
One Love: The Bob Marley All-Star Tribute One Love: The Bob Marley All-Star Tribute (1999) Character: Self - Perfomer
One Love documents the December 1999 tribute concert honoring reggae pioneer Bob Marley produced in Oracabessa Bay, Jamaica, and originally broadcast on the TNT cable network. Featured is a cross-section of major rock, pop, hip hop, and reggae talent including Lauryn Hill, Chrissie Hynde, Jimmy Cliff, Erykah Badu, Queen Latifah, Busta Rhymes, and Tracy Chapman. For its DVD release, the producers have restored an hour of additional footage not included in the broadcast, including bonus songs performed by the Marley Family and a behind-the-scenes featurette. Exclusive DVD features also include a Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound mix and a multi-angle presentation of the concert finale, enabling users to select from five separate angles.
MTV 20: Jams MTV 20: Jams (2001) Character: N/A
20th Anniversary R&B and Hip Hop collection (16 videos) including "Walk This Way" by Run DMC featuring Aerosmith, "Me, Myself and I" by De La Soul and "Humpty Dance" by Digital Underground. "Rebirth of the Slick (Cool Like Dat)" by Digable Planets, Usher's "My Way" and Brian McKnight's "Anytime" are among the other jams featured in this musical time capsule.
VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul (2011) Character: Self
VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul was the third of three concerts in the series not aired live. It was taped on December 18, 2011 at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City, and aired the next evening on VH1, paying tribute to the places that helped create or contributed to soul music: Chicago, Detroit, London, Philadelphia and Memphis. Anita Baker, who was going to sing with Jill Scott, had to drop out moments before the concert after disagreements with producers, allowing Marsha Ambrosius and Ledisi to step in and perform in their places during the Detroit medley. Kelly Clarkson twisted her ankle on the way into the concert, though she still performed as planned.
Erykah Badu: MTV Unplugged Erykah Badu: MTV Unplugged (1997) Character: Self
Recorded live in the Harvey Theatre at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, New York in 1997, Erykah Badu performs songs from her debut album ‘Baduizm’ for MTV Unplugged.
Erykah Badu: Live At North Sea Jazz Festival 2001 Erykah Badu: Live At North Sea Jazz Festival 2001 (2001) Character: self
Erykah Badu's set at the North Sea Jazz Festival from July 15, 2001. The performance at the Statenhal, Congress Centre in The Hague, Netherlands was filmed for Dutch television (NPS).
What Difference Does It Make? What Difference Does It Make? (2014) Character: Self
A documentary that explores the challenges that a life in music can bring.
Bonobo: The North Borders Tour, Live Bonobo: The North Borders Tour, Live (2014) Character: Self
By the time Bonobo plays London's legendary Alexandra Palace on 28th November 2014, the epic career-defining tour around his latest album The North Borders, the band will have travelled 180,000 miles, taken in 175 shows in 30 countries across 3 continents over 18 months in front of 2 million people. The audio and video were recorded and filmed at The Roundhouse in London and in the incredible Pula Arena, a genuine Roman Amphitheatre. In addition, some of the tracks on CD are handpicked from breathtaking live radio sessions that happened whilst on tour. Packaged with the DVD will be moments of documentary footage filmed as the tour reached California.
The DOC The DOC (2022) Character: N/A
Dave Caplan’s directorial debut tells the inspirational story of hip hop icon The DOC, 30 years after losing his voice in a horrific accident as he contemplates experimental surgery that could restore his voice at long last.
Erykah Badu Live Erykah Badu Live (2000) Character: Self
Dazzling documentary covering Erykah Badu's 2000 concert at the Knitting Factory in Los Angeles.
Life O' The Party: On the Road with Prince and the New Power Generation Life O' The Party: On the Road with Prince and the New Power Generation (2005) Character: Self
On the road documentary with Prince and the New Power Generation during their 2004 Musicology tour from the west coast Los Angeles' House of Blues to the east coast's Madison Square Garden in New York City with press stops along the way and behind the scenes concert footage.
Let's Start a Band: A Dragon Tales Music Special Let's Start a Band: A Dragon Tales Music Special (2003) Character: N/A
Unlike the TV series, this special episode is not a regular episode of Dragon Tales. Instead, it is a conglomeration of Dragon Tales music videos thematically woven together by a story featuring real-life children.
Teenage Paparazzo Teenage Paparazzo (2010) Character: Self (uncredited)
A documentary that examines the relationship between celebrity and society.
The Cider House Rules The Cider House Rules (1999) Character: Rose Rose
Homer is an orphan who was never adopted, becoming the favorite of orphanage director Dr. Larch. Dr. Larch imparts his full medical knowledge on Homer, who becomes a skilled, albeit unlicensed, physician. But Homer yearns for a self-chosen life outside the orphanage. What will Homer learn about life and love in the cider house? What of the destiny that Dr. Larch has planned for him?
They Die by Dawn They Die by Dawn (2013) Character: Stagecoach Mary
Four outlaws with a bounty on each head, set a date for a shootout in Langston, Oklahoma. The last man takes the collective bounty. Violence and mayhem ensue.
Blues Brothers 2000 Blues Brothers 2000 (1998) Character: Queen Moussette
Finally released from prison, Elwood Blues is once again enlisted by Sister Mary Stigmata in her latest crusade to raise funds for a children's hospital. Hitting the road to re-unite the band and win the big prize at the New Orleans Battle of the Bands, Elwood is pursued cross-country by the cops.
House of D House of D (2004) Character: Lady / Bernadette
In the present, artist Tom Warshaw recalls his traumatic coming of age. As a 13-year-old growing up in New York City in 1973, Tom hangs out with Pappass, a mentally disabled man. With Tom's mother battling depression after the death of her husband, the young boy is left to his own devices. When Tom develops a crush on schoolmate Melissa, Pappass feels abandoned and begins behaving erratically.
Savage X Fenty Show Vol. 3 Savage X Fenty Show Vol. 3 (2021) Character: Self
Get ready for the launch of Rihanna's 2021 Savage X Fenty collection. Celebrating togetherness and community in a post pandemic world, this year’s show will be for viewers to turn in and get lost in absolute joy.
Dave Chappelle's Block Party Dave Chappelle's Block Party (2005) Character: Self
The American comedian/actor delivers a story about the alternative Hip Hop scene. A small town Ohio mans moves to Brooklyn, New York, to throw an unprecedented block party.
The Black Power Mixtape 1967-1975 The Black Power Mixtape 1967-1975 (2011) Character: Self (voice)
Examines the evolution of the Black Power Movement in US society from 1967 to 1975. It features footage of the movement shot by Swedish journalists in the United States during that period and includes the appearances of Angela Davis, Bobby Seale, Huey P. Newton, Eldridge Cleaver, and other activists, artists, and leaders central to the movement.
Hargrove Hargrove (2022) Character: Self
Follows Grammy award-winning Roy Hargrove during the last year of his life and illuminates his impact on Black music while delving into themes of power, race and ethics in the music industry.
Erykah Badu - Live At Java Jazz Festival Erykah Badu - Live At Java Jazz Festival (2012) Character: N/A
Erykah Badu live performance at the Java Jazz Festival 2012.
Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery (2025) Character: Self
Behind the scenes of Sarah McLachlan’s legendary all-women music festival and features interviews with performers including Bonnie Raitt, Erykah Badu, Olivia Rodrigo, and Emmylou Harris.
What Men Want What Men Want (2019) Character: Sister
Magically able to hear what men are thinking, a sports agent uses her newfound ability to turn the tables on her overbearing male colleagues.
Devil's Pie: D'Angelo Devil's Pie: D'Angelo (2019) Character: Self
D'Angelo had it all: two platinum selling albums, a sold out world tour and a body chiselled to perfection. However, one day at the height of his career in 2000 the soul singer vanished. For 12 years he descended into darkness. Out of nowhere, in December 2014, his third album Black Messiah was suddenly released: soundtrack of the lost years.
RM 'Indigo' Album Magazine Film RM 'Indigo' Album Magazine Film (2022) Character: Self
The magazine film of the album 'Indigo'.
The Piano Lesson The Piano Lesson (2024) Character: Lucille
A brother and sister's battle over a prized heirloom piano unleashes haunting truths about how the past is perceived — and who defines a family legacy.



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