Erykah Badu Sings for Money in Times Square; Earns Only $3.60
Why?
“I just kind always wanted to see what it would be like to sing for money on the streets,” she explains in a video documenting her experience.
After finding a spot to set up shop, Badu spent more than 40 minutes singing lyrics about needing money, and whatever was happening around her.
“Sir, I need some money. Sister I need some money. I haven’t sold a record in about two years. B**ch needs some money,” she freestyled, with not too many people recognizing the four-time Grammy winner.
At the end of the night, she had collected a grand total of $3.60.
“Look at all this money,” she said, removing her coin from the hat. “You can make money, all you gotta do is have a little initiative and a little talent.
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Badu edited the 40 minutes into a 7-minute clip for your viewing pleasure.
Watch below.