, the soulful mother, singer and songwriter turns 42 today. Over her 16 year career, the Queen of Neo Soul has stayed true to her music and herself. With a ton of performances lined up this year including The Governor’s Ball and a special performance of her debut album Baduizm lined up for March, it’s no wonder why everyone loves her. Take a look at some of her best moments in style. -Desire Thompson
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With a bold top hat, and chunky jewelry, Erykah shows off her rings in light of her 2008 release New Amerykah Part One (4th World War).
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Rocking almost any hairstyle isn’t a challenge for the “Love of My Life” singer.
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With appearances from Janelle Monae, Gym Class Heroes, and Das Racist, Badu hit the stage last summer at the Afropunk Music Festival.
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With Erykah’s looks ranging from eclectic to basic, she manages to add a pop of eye shadow in this basic photo.
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In a 2012 interview with Origin Magazine, the singer said her inspirations are varied, “I really can’t say what inspires me the most, because I’m inspired by just about everything, my feelings and relationships, my family, Scooby-Doo. A teacher’s opinion of my work. Everything. Not just one thing.”
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