BET has released news about this year’s Soul Train Awards, and instead of hosting the awards, legendary artist Erykah Badu will be honored this year.
Via. BET
“Four-time Grammy award-winning, singer-songwriter, artist, director/producer, holistic healer, activist, and mother Erykah Badu, is set to receive the Legend Award. No stranger to the Soul Train Awards stage, serving as the 2017 host of the awards, Badu’s career has roots deeply planted in soul. The New York Times described Badu’s groundbreaking debut, 1997’s “Baduizm,” as “traditional soul vocals, staccato hip-hop rhythms and laid-back jazzy grooves.” Yet, hindsight reveals that Badu’s debut was more than just an album, it was the introduction of a new lifestyle.
In her career spanning over two decades, Badu has continued to use her platform as an altar. By incorporating instruments such as tuning forks, crystal singing bowls, and gem stones and more into her music, she has created a wave of healing energy throughout the planet. But her true instrument is the ‘intent’ with which she sings.” Via. BET Press Release.
Badu has hosted the Soul Train Awards in 2015, 2016 and 2017,and this year, she will receive the Legend Award. Badu’s career has transesenced since her debut album, “Baduizm,” in 1997. With her career expanding over 20 years, Badu’s resume, as well as her catalog has grown immensely. Badu is amongst great company. Toni Braxton received the Legend Award in 2017, and Teddy Riley in 2016; the award has been given to multiple artists worthy of such a title.
The BET presents: 2018 Soul Train Awards will air on BET and BET HER on November 25th, 2018 at 8PM ET, hosted by Tichina Arnold and Tisha Campbell-Martin.