Released in 1997, Baduizm is the stunning debut album that introduced the world to Erykah Badu’s signature blend of neo-soul, jazz, R&B, and hip-hop. With her velvety vocals and poetic lyricism, Badu carved out a unique space in music, often drawing comparisons to Billie Holiday while forging a modern sound all her own. The album is intimate and spiritual, effortlessly cool, and rooted in Black cultural expression. It touches on themes of love, self-worth, and the complexities of relationships, all while wrapped in smooth grooves and soulful instrumentation. Baduizm was both a critical and commercial success, and it became a cornerstone of the neo-soul movement.

Tracklist:

Side A:
A1. Rimshot (Intro)
A2. On & On
A3. Appletree
A4. Otherside Of The Game

Side B:
B1. Sometimes (Mix #9)
B2. Next Lifetime
B3. Afro (Freestyle Skit)
B4. Certainly

Side C:
C1. 4 Leaf Clover
C2. No Love
C3. Drama

Side D:
D1. Sometimes...
D2. Certainly (Flipped It)
D3. Rimshot (Outro)