Oh, she kept the placenta? That’s what she does, child. But why would Erykah Badu keep the placentas of babies that aren’t even hers? Jaguar Wright has a theory. She claims that Erykah uses those placentas in her rituals, allegedly. Welcome to the Badu bedroom.
Erykah, who became a certified doula in 2011 and announced in 2015 that she was studying to become a midwife, has been helping women with their deliveries. When asked how she got started as a doula, Erykah said, “It just kind of happened. I don’t plan how many people I can work with; I don’t change anything. It’s for my own learning, and I just enjoy being the welcoming committee. I became a doula by default, baby.”
To many, it might seem like just delivering babies and being part of a welcoming committee. However, to Jaguar, the process is more than that. She claims it is a ritual Erykah performs. Jaguar brought up Erykah’s practice of keeping placentas while discussing the bizarre situations Summer Walker’s management allegedly subjected her to. According to Jaguar, these incidents included sending Summer to Erykah Badu, who allegedly cast spells on her, chanted about graves, and kept the placentas of her babies. Just listen to what Jaguar herself said:
“They allowed all kinds of things—they even sent that girl to Erykah Badu’s house to have spells cast on her involving graves and let her give birth there, keeping all the placenta.”
Other than S. Walker, Erykah’s other famous client was Teyana Taylor.
Teyana said, “Yeah, I’m considering a home birth, and I’m actually going to do it with Erykah.”
Interviewer: “Oh, okay. She’s going to be—”
Teyana: “Yes, she’s going to deliver my baby.”
According to Jaguar, Erykah also kept the baby’s placenta for her rituals. Does this mean she keeps the placentas of all the babies she delivers? Is that part of the agreement if you want Erykah to be your doula? I’m not sure about that, but I do know that this narrative of Erykah being some sort of witch has been around for decades. I mean, she’s even called herself a witch. Whether it’s because people keep calling her that or because she means it, I don’t know. For instance, in 2016, Erykah posted a fun promotional video in preparation for the 2016 Soul Train Awards, and one of her followers on Facebook commented:
“I’ve always enjoyed her music and eccentric style, but that’s a witch hat, and any other celeb who wears it serves that purpose plain as day. Can’t be down with that aspect.”
Erykah was quick to respond to the comment, casually dropping the bombshell, “I’m a witch.” Her unique way of talking and occasional mysterious statements definitely give off some serious witchy vibes.
She went on to elaborate on her connection to all things mystical, mentioning her preference for using her own wand. According to her, it’s not just any wand but a beautiful instrument with a low frequency that’s perfect for tapping into energy, especially of the creative and tribal kind.
Her relationships have always been a topic of intrigue, especially the infamous “Badu box” narrative. It’s something she’s been asked about multiple times, like during her appearance on the Tamron Hall Show.
When asked about the rumored power of her gaze, Erykah played it cool but hinted that her real magic lies in her mind, not between her thighs.
While none of her exes have come out and explicitly called her a witch, there’s definitely a belief that being with her is something otherworldly. Common touched on the “Badu box” in an interview, suggesting a deep connection beyond just physical attraction. Similarly, The D.O.C. talked about her captivating presence and even hinted at a future together.
And then there’s the curious case of Andre 3000’s transformation after their relationship ended. Some say it wasn’t just a coincidence, hinting that Erykah’s influence might extend far beyond just matters of the heart.
“You know, there were moments when I found myself praying – I mean really praying to a higher power that I wasn’t even sure existed. Can you believe it? I’d be like, ‘Please, just take all of this away from me – my whole life, my career, everything – if it meant I could just feel normal. Just like everyone else.’ Yeah, it was that intense.”
Now, let’s talk about Carl Jones – if there’s one ex who’s made people think Erykah has some kind of mystical hold over her partners, it’s him. They crossed paths back in 2014 when Erykah was doing a voiceover for Black Dynamite. Now get this, Carl was actually married at the time, and his wife was apparently there while Erykah was working on the project. But despite that, he fell head over heels for Erykah. And by 2015, he was tweeting up a storm about her, posting selfies and professing his love, all while he was still married! Talk about being under a spell, right? Word has it that their alleged affair even led to the end of Carl’s marriage. Man, Carl really needs to spill the tea on that one.
Oh, and let’s not forget what Erykah herself said about her ‘JJ’ – she claims there’s this urban legend that her love changes men. She told Rolling Stone in 2020, “The men I fall in love with, and who fall in love with me, end up changing jobs and lives.”
Now, onto something a bit more, um, intimate – remember when Erykah dropped her ‘Badu premium incense’ back in 2020? Yeah, that sold out like hotcakes. It was supposed to smell like her private parts! Can you believe it? When asked why she made it, Erykah told BET, “Well, first off, I’m Erykah Badu. Secondly, there’s this legend that my essence can change people – their views, their beliefs, everything. So why not share it with everyone?” And get this, she even spilled the beans on what it was made of – her old panties! She chopped them up, burned them, and even used the ashes. Now, who in their right mind would buy that, I wonder?
Oh, and speaking of mystical vibes, Glasses Malone once said he was so drawn to Erykah that he was about to approach her, but Birdman stopped him, saying she was a witch. Talk about wild rumors, right?
I stared right into his eyes, and there was no mistaking the seriousness etched there. It was as if he truly believed she held some mystical sway. In that moment, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of calm wash over me, prompting me to consider his words more seriously. After all, coming from New Orleans, Louisiana, he likely knew a thing or two about such matters.
And then there are these other incidents that raise eyebrows. Like back in April 2014, Erykah faced heat from the U.S.-based Human Rights Foundation for performing at the extravagant birthday bash of King Mswati III, Africa’s supposed last absolute monarch, known for his lavish lifestyle in a country struggling with poverty and rampant HIV. And get this—she even handed him a $100 bill and a good luck charm. Then there’s the incident where she got in trouble for stripping down in Dealey Plaza, Dallas, during the filming of her “Window Seat” music video, charged with disorderly conduct.
But that’s not all. In February 2012, her concert in Malaysia got axed because of uproar over a temporary tattoo featuring the word “Allah” on her body. Some folks see these episodes as part of some kind of ritualistic behavior, echoing Jaguar’s claims of Erykah being a witch.
Now, let’s talk about the elephant in the room—those rumors about Erykah holding onto baby placentas. Sounds bizarre, right? But here’s the thing—she’s never actually confirmed it herself. So, what’s your take? Do you think there’s any truth to these claims? Do you get those witchy vibes from Erykah? Share your thoughts below.
