Eryka Badu released her debut album Baduizm February 11, 1997
Written by Mister Anderson on February 11, 2023
Erykah Badu released her debut album Baduizm on February 11, 1997. The album was a commercial success, peaking at number two on the Billboard 200 chart and being certified triple platinum in the United States. It was supported by the singles “On & On” and “Next Lifetime” and produced the hit single “Otherside of the Game”. The album earned Badu three Grammy Awards, including Best Female R&B Vocal Performance, Best R&B Album, and Best R&B Song.
Eryka Badu solidified her place in R&B history with the release of Baduizm. The album, which was a combination of soul, hip-hop, and jazz, immediately became a critical and commercial success. It debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified triple-platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America.
