Erykah Badu wowed the crowd at the Billboard Women in Music Ceremony with a bold fashion choice that had everyone talking.
On March 29, Erykah Badu did more than just perform and accept the Icon Award at the annual event—she made a statement with a custom bodysuit. The outfit, which seemed like a BBL on steroids, sparked a frenzy on social media as fans speculated about its meaning.
The ensemble drew comparisons to 19th-century figure Sarah Baartman and even the revered Venus figurines from the Upper Paleolithic era. Badu has yet to clarify her inspiration but shared a short film on social media featuring the bodysuit. In the film, she described the ‘full figure form’ as her own idea, brought to life by designer Maya Hasbany.
Badu captioned the post as ‘A lil Hippy. Rise of the dark divine feminine,’ highlighting the artistic expression behind the daring look. The clip and her appearance at the event quickly became the topic of online discussions, with varied interpretations offered by fans and critics alike.
In addition to her fashion statement, Badu is making waves in the music industry again. She announced that her upcoming album, set to be produced entirely by The Alchemist, is underway. This will be her first LP in over 15 years, and she hinted at her excitement to see it completed.
Her collaboration with The Alchemist has been anticipated since December, when the producer shared photos of them working together. The images, simply captioned ‘Life altering,’ fueled curiosity about their joint project. This album follows her 2010 release, ‘New Amerykah Part Two (Return of the Ankh),’ and marks a significant return to the studio.
Since her last album, Badu has been relatively quiet in the music scene, contributing only to a handful of features like Rapsody’s Grammy-winning track ‘3:AM’. With this new album in the works, Badu is poised for a notable comeback, reaffirming her longstanding influence in the industry.
Erykah Badu continues to captivate audiences with her bold creativity and upcoming musical endeavors. Her recent appearance and future projects only add to her enigmatic legacy.
