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André 3000 안드레 3000

About

André Lauren Benjamin (born May 27, 1975), known professionally as André 3000, is an American rapper, singer, record producer and actor. Born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, he is one half of the hip-hop duo Outkast along with rapper Big Boi, which they formed in 1992. Often recognized for his early use of rap-singing, he is widely regarded as one of the greatest rappers of all time. In 2025, Benjamin was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Outkast.

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Verified facts

André 3000 (안드레 3000) — verified Korean artist. Agency: LaFace Records.

Details

• Genre: Southern hip-hop, contemporary R&B, progressive rap

Source reconciliation

• MusicBrainz lists the Korean name as André 3000; KoreaAPI uses 안드레 3000 (chosen by source authority).

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Verified & tracked since 2026-08-21 · 4 verified snapshots.

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