Erykah Badu releases video in anticipation of AmErykah

Eight years since her last full-length album, Erykah Badu returns with her next project, New AmErykah. As previously reported, this album will be released in two full-length parts, the first of which hits stores on Badu’s birthday, Feb. 26.

Until then, this video for “Honey” should bate fans’ appetite with yet another story from the books of Baduizm. Following her calling card of amazing concept videos, this one pays homage to local record stores. The video is a series of reverse cameos, with Badu singing through the album covers of classic artists such as Diana Ross, Ohio Players and the Beatles. The concept lovingly spoofs favorites, as well as Andre 3000 in “Hey Ya” and the infamous John Lennon and Yoko Ono 1981 Rolling Stone cover.

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News: Erykah Badu sweetens new album with ‘Honey’
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