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Andre 3000

also recorded as Andre Benjamin

real name André Lauren Benjamin

Atlanta, United States · b. 1975-05-27

Andre 3000 is credited on 122 albums across 635 pressings tracked on Gatefold, active 1994–2026 — the collector-built map of who actually made the music.

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122

Albums

635

Pressings

4

Decades active

1,073

In collections

Biography

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André 3000 (real name: André Lauren Benjamin) is a U.S. rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor, best known as one-half of the hip-hop duo OutKast. Born on May 27, 1975, in Atlanta, Georgia, he gained recognition for his innovative flows, genre-blending sound, and eccentric style. After OutKast's hiatus, André 3000 focused on acting, guest appearances on various tracks, and later, instrumental music. In 2023, he released New Blue Sun, a surprise solo album featuring experimental flute compositions, marking a significant departure from his rap career.

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Credited work

122 albums · 635 pressings · active 1994–2026

  • Performance · 1,196
  • Production · 343
  • Other credits · 81
  • Engineering · 18

Studios: Stankonia Recording · Larrabee Sound Studios · Tree Sound Studios · DARP Studios

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