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Soul Train Awards '20: See Erykah Badu's Most Iconic Looks In Soul Train Awards History

We are always left speechless (and inspired!).

As we countdown to the 2020 Soul Train Awards, airing November 29 at 8/9c, we are revisiting some of the most memorable fashions moments from the highly-regarded show! 

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Today, we are give you a timeline of Erykah Badu's most memorable looks at the Soul Train Awards. Without further ado, see what styles left is speechless (and inspired)!

  1. 1998: Erykah Badu has often used the Soul Train Awards to showcase her unique style.

    (Photo by SGranitz/WireImage)

    Photo by SGranitz/WireImage

    (Photo by SGranitz/WireImage)
  2. 1999: Daring to be different, Erykah arrived on the red carpet with a custom patchwork denim look.

    (Photo by Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images)

    Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images

    (Photo by Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images)
  3. 2001: Two years later, the neo-soul pioneer stepped on the scene with some serious confidence and stylish threads.

    (Photo by SGranitz/WireImage)

    SGranitz/WireImage

    (Photo by SGranitz/WireImage)
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  5. 2009: Seemingly inspired by Chaka Khan, the musical star looked amazing in her Native inspired ensemble.

    (Photo by Rick Diamond/Getty Images)

    Photo by Rick Diamond/Getty Images

    (Photo by Rick Diamond/Getty Images)
  6. 2015: A real-life trendsetter, Ms. Badu left us all in awe of her statement black gown.

     (Photo by Earl Gibson/BET/Getty Images for BET)

    Earl Gibson/BET/Getty Images for BET

    (Photo by Earl Gibson/BET/Getty Images for BET)
  7. 2015: How many people do you know that can rock a reconstructed denim jumper like this? We’ll wait!

    (Photo by Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)

    Photo by Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET

    (Photo by Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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  9. 2015: The Soul Train Awards host later switched it up with this casual/sophisticated look.

    (Photo by Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)

    Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET

    (Photo by Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
  10. 2016: This bright yellow gown and a burgundy top hat has to be one of our fave looks.

    (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

    Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images

    (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
  11. 2016: The musical icon served up some serious vibes with her glow-in-the-dark drip!

    (Photo by Kevin Winter/BET/Getty Images for BET)

    Kevin Winter/BET/Getty Images for BET

    (Photo by Kevin Winter/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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  13. 2017: Ms. Badu commanded our attention with her furry, white suit-dress hybrid by Thom Browne.

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    (Photo by Bryan Steffy/WireImage)
  14. 2017: Who doesn’t love a big hat moment? Spectacular!

     (Photo by Isaac Brekken/Getty Images for BET)

    Photo by Isaac Brekken/Getty Images for BET

    (Photo by Isaac Brekken/Getty Images for BET)
  15. 2017: Can we have a moment to relish in the fierceness of these shimmery platform heels?

    (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET)

    Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET

    (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET)
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  17. 2018: We would be remiss if we didn’t mention this over-the-top Rick Owens ensemble!

    (Photo by David Becker/Getty Images)

    Photo by David Becker/Getty Images

    (Photo by David Becker/Getty Images)
  18. 2018: Lastly, the entertainer styled in the crowd with her tribal-inspired fashions.

    (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET)

    Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET

    (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET)

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