Talk about bursting the bubble in everyone’s good time. Even though we already knew this (but remained optimistic), Andre 3000 tells SPIN that the recently released “Pink Matter (Remix)” by Big Boi isn’t a real OutKast reunion and shouldn’t be taken as such.
“It’s important for me to be clear about the origins of my contributions to ‘Pink Matter’ and ‘Sorry.’
I was approached as a solo artist by both Frank Ocean & Tip. I discussed musical direction with each artist and completed my verses. It was after that when Big Boi’s name came up.
I never want to mislead our audience – I worried that some would think these were Outkast collaborations. These songs are not Outkast collaborations. I discussed this rationale with Big, Frank and T.I. and everyone agreed. That is why I was surprised to read about these remixes.
I understand that anyone can put out an unofficial remix to any song but I have an obligation to be honest with fans about what this is … and what it isn’t.”
Well, damn.
OS REWIND: Frank Ocean – Pink Matter (Remix) (feat. Big Boi)
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