. "\"Next Lifetime\" is a song by Erykah Badu. It is the second single from her d\u00E9but album Baduizm (1997). It was written by Badu and A. Scott. It is a low-tempo ballad with lyrics that describe being in a relationship but longing for another man. At the start of the song, Badu is heard talking to a man about how they can't be together even though they both have feelings for one another."@en . . . . . . "1997-05-06Z"^^ . "Next Lifetime"@en . . . "387.0"^^ .