André 3000

André Lauren Benjamin, born on May 27, 1975, known widely as André 3000, is a multifaceted American artist, recognized for his roles as a rapper, singer-songwriter, musician, and actor. Hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, he gained prominence as one-half of the acclaimed Southern hip hop duo Outkast, alongside fellow Atlanta-based rapper Big Boi. Benjamin is celebrated as one of the preeminent figures in the history of rap music.

With Outkast, Benjamin has contributed to six studio albums, each receiving both critical acclaim and commercial success. Their discography boasts chart-topping singles like "Ms. Jackson," "Roses," "So Fresh, So Clean," and "Elevators (Me & You)." Notably, their fifth album, "Speakerboxxx/The Love Below" (2003), featured Benjamin's solo hit "Hey Ya!" which reached the summit of the Billboard Hot 100 and garnered a Grammy Award for Best Urban/Alternative Performance. Following Outkast's hiatus in 2007, Benjamin's solo career took a quieter path compared to his counterpart, although he earned accolades with standout guest appearances on various artists' releases, amassing three Grammy Awards and eight nominations as a solo artist. His debut solo studio album, "New Blue Sun" (2023), released under Epic Records, showcases his talents on the flute in an instrumental recording.

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André Lauren Benjamin, born on May 27, 1975, known widely as André 3000, is a multifaceted American artist, recognized for his roles as a rapper, singer-songwriter, musician, and actor. Hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, he gained prominence as one-half of the acclaimed Southern hip hop duo Outkast, alongside fellow Atlanta-based rapper Big Boi. Benjamin is celebrated as one of the preeminent figures in the history of rap music.

With Outkast, Benjamin has contributed to six studio albums, each receiving both critical acclaim and commercial success. Their discography boasts chart-topping singles like "Ms. Jackson," "Roses," "So Fresh, So Clean," and "Elevators (Me & You)." Notably, their fifth album, "Speakerboxxx/The Love Below" (2003), featured Benjamin's solo hit "Hey Ya!" which reached the summit of the Billboard Hot 100 and garnered a Grammy Award for Best Urban/Alternative Performance. Following Outkast's hiatus in 2007, Benjamin's solo career took a quieter path compared to his counterpart, although he earned accolades with standout guest appearances on various artists' releases, amassing three Grammy Awards and eight nominations as a solo artist. His debut solo studio album, "New Blue Sun" (2023), released under Epic Records, showcases his talents on the flute in an instrumental recording.

Beyond his musical endeavors, Benjamin has left an indelible mark on the film and television industry. His acting credits include roles in projects such as "Families," "The Shield," "Be Cool," "Revolver," "Class of 3000," "Semi-Pro," "High Life," and "Four Brothers." Notably, he portrayed Jimi Hendrix in "All Is by My Side" and took on the character of Fredwynn in the AMC series "Dispatches from Elsewhere." Additionally, Benjamin was featured in the 2022 adaptation of Don DeLillo's novel "White Noise."

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