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Erykah Badu
The essential Erykah Badu records, ranked — where to start and what to reach for next.
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1BaduizmErykah BaduStart here
Baduizm
The debut that helped define neo-soul, jazzy and hypnotic with a singular voice. Cool and assured. A genre cornerstone.
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2Mama's GunErykah BaduClassic
Mama's Gun
Warmer and more expansive than the debut, blending soul, funk and confession. 'Bag Lady' leads it. A neo-soul high point.
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3New Amerykah Part One (4th World War)Erykah BaduClassic
New Amerykah Part One (4th World War)
A dense, political neo-soul peak. Bold and acclaimed. A creative high.
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4New Amerykah Part Two (Return of the Ankh)Erykah BaduClassic
New Amerykah Part Two (Return of the Ankh)
A warm, melodic companion to the political Part One. Smooth and acclaimed. A high point.