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Outkast was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2025. The hip hop group consisting of André and Big Boi were honored for their contribution to the music industry.
Their music, which seamlessly blends hip-hop with funk, soul, and rock, has left an indelible mark on the music industry. The group was ushered into the Hall of Fame with a heartfelt introduction by actor and comedian Donald Glover. He performs under the stage names Childish Gambino and mcDJ.
As a result, there has been an increased interest in their fortune. Their wealth stems from album sales, tours, royalties, solo ventures, and endorsements. As of this year, André 3000 has an estimated net worth of $35 million, and Big Boi has a net worth of $30 million.
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Unpacking the financial success of Outkast
Outkast began their career in 1992 when André 3000 and Big Boi met for the first time while attending Tri-Cities High School in their teenage years. It is a Visual and Performing Arts School.
The real names of the band members are André Lauren Benjamin and Antwan André Patton. Benjamin’s parents were divorced, and he lived with his father, while Patton lived with his four brothers and six sisters.
Before naming their group Outkast, the group initially considered names such as 2 Shades Deep and The Misfits. Since these names were already taken by that time so they eventually decided to be referred to as Outkast.
They formed one of the most successful hip hop duos of all time. According to a report on Last.fm, they sold over 25 million copies, which include six studio albums. These include Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik, ATLiens, Aquemini, Stankonia, Speakerboxxx/ The Love Below, and Idlewild.
Speakerboxxx/The Love Below sold 11 million copies and won three Grammy awards. André’s contribution to the album has earned him around $15 million. He has also collaborated with Beyonce, Lil Wayne, Drake and Frank Ocean. His other earnings come from his career as an actor, as he has starred in several films, such as Four Brothers, Be Cool and TV Shows like American Crime and The Shield.
On the other hand, the earnings of Big Boi stem from multiple sources, including the massive success of Outkast, where he contributed to multi-platinum albums and worldwide tours. He also released solo albums such as Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty, Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors and Boomiverse, which also add to his total earnings.
Reports suggested that his debut album reached third spot on the US Billboard 200, his second album peaked at number 34 on the chart, and his third solo album reached number 28.
They earned a significant amount from their 2014 Reunion, which marked their 20th anniversary. It featured several festival performances worldwide, which grossed approximately $60 million.
In addition to Outkast, the other inductees which are included in the Rock & Roll Hall are Bad Company, Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, Cyndi Lauper, Soundgarden and The White Stripes.
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