Erykah Badu always keeps it real, and her latest sit-down on Drink Champs was no exception. The Grammy winner gave fans a perfect mix of humor, honesty, and nostalgia as she was asked to pick between two legendary figures in her life, André 3000 and Black Thought.
The question might sound simple, but for Badu it was layered with personal history. One is the father of her son Sevyn, the other a trusted collaborator who played a major role in one of her most iconic career moments. Instead of dodging, Badu leaned into the spotlight with her trademark wit. “Now you’re messing with my child support,” she joked, immediately breaking the tension while still acknowledging the weight of the question.
Her connection with Black Thought has roots in their unforgettable work on The Roots classic “You Got Me.” That record carved out a timeless space for Badu alongside some of the sharpest lyricists in the game. During the conversation, she made sure to salute his talent and the mark they left together in hip hop history.
But when it came time to choose, Badu sided with André. She made it clear that her admiration goes beyond family ties, sharing, “I’m one of his biggest fans outside of being family.”
Fans watching wasted no time filling up the comments on the Drink Champs YouTube page. Some loved the fact that she openly called André 3000 “family.” Others could not stop laughing at how naturally funny she was throughout the interview. Plenty of viewers praised her sincerity, applauding how confidently she addressed the moment with both humor and heart.