Originally conceived as an acoustic guitar piece, the song evolved into a melodic blend of singing and rapping that was radical for its time.
André 3000 wrote his verses to address the fallout of his relationship with Badu, asking for her mother's forgiveness for any pain caused during their breakup.
The track famously features a reversed and altered sample of "Strawberry Letter 23" by The Brothers Johnson.
Directed by F. Gary Gray, the music video is well-known for featuring animals—including dogs, owls, and cats—that nod their heads in rhythm with the song's beat. Legacy and Reaction
How OutKast Took the World By Surprise with “Ms. Jackson”
"Ms. Jackson" by is a landmark hip-hop track released in 2000 as the second single from their fourth studio album, Stankonia . The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and won a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group. The Real-Life Inspiration
