Erykah Badu burst onto the scene in 1997 with her sensational debut, Baduizm, and has since reigned as the queen of neo-soul, blending influences from jazz, soul, funk, and more into hip-hop and R&B. She has won five Grammys, and after receiving the Icon Award at this year’s 2025 Billboard Women in Music Awards, she is mounting a Japan tour for the first time in eight years on short notice. Beyond genre boundaries, she remains the contemporary music scene’s greatest muse, continually inspiring a wide range of artists. Her unique, world-conquering performances have captivated audiences around the globe, and they are sure to fill your soul.