5 Facts About OutKast's First Number-One Single
- “Ms. Jackson” was OutKast’s first single to reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
- The song’s title refers to the mother of Erykah Badu’s child, with whom André 3000 had a relationship.
- It features a memorable chorus and a blend of hip-hop and soul that defined the group’s sound.
- The track was released in 2000 as part of their album “Stankonia.”
- Its success helped solidify OutKast’s crossover appeal beyond the Southern hip-hop scene.