5 Key Collaborators Behind Erykah Badu's Baduizm

Bob Power The veteran engineer and producer brought his hip-hop and R&B expertise to the album’s warm, live-instrumentation sound.

The Roots The legendary hip-hop band contributed their signature groove and musicianship, most notably on the track “Otherside of the Game.”

James Poyser The keyboardist and producer co-wrote and arranged several tracks, helping shape the album’s neo-soul foundation.

Madukwu Chinwah He produced the album’s breakout single “On & On,” giving it its laid-back, jazz-inflected backbone.

Erykah Badu herself Badu co-produced the entire album, ensuring her artistic vision and vocal style remained central to every track.