Andre 3000 & Big Boi Get Emotional At Outkast’s Rock & Roll HOF Induction

Sir Lucious Left Foot began his speech after Donald Glover offered them with the induction. Infantile Gambino spoke to the group’s indelible contributions to hip-hop’s evolving regional scenes and the way their artistry developed into artwork and music as an entire.

Then, Antwan Patton thanked his household, André 3000 himself, their associates, their managers, govt L.A. Reid, their groups, and so many individuals who helped them on their journey. André’s speech was a little bit extra reflective, commenting on being in nice firm amongst inspirations and friends within the Corridor Of Fame. He stated that greater than music, this was about household.

3 Stacks thanked the late and legendary Rico Wade for giving them an opportunity within the Dungeon Household and the households, behind-the-scenes collaborators, and associates that do not typically get their flowers for making the artwork and music what it was. He acknowledged his hip-hop heroes and plenty of Atlanta staples. Large Boi joined with some extra shoutouts to his household and roots.

In the direction of the top of the speech caught by Ahmed/The Ears on Twitter, André acquired emotional and teared up whereas agreeing with fellow 2025 Rock And Roll Corridor Of Fame inductee Jack White’s earlier statements final evening. “[Jack is] one among my favorites, man. We love you, man,” he expressed. “He stated one thing about little rooms. We began in a… Nice issues begin in little rooms. That is it.”

André 3000 additionally thanked Goodie Mob for his or her friendship and steering. Lastly, he championed inspiration over competitiveness in hip-hop. Outkast’s legacy could also be set in stone, however they are going to endlessly be one of many strongest pillars of hip-hop and an inspiration to so many extra.