''I Was Approached As A Solo Artist''
3:30PM ET January 15th, 2013
Contributor : Chris G.
A Rocky Williform Company

Despite the fact that he and Big Boi have performed on a few new tracks together for other artists, André 3000 issued a statement to SPIN magazine making it clear that OutKast has not reunited.

"It's important for me to be clear about the origins of my contributions to 'Pink Matter' and 'Sorry,'" the statement reads. "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."