It was primarily written by André 3000 as a sincere apology to Kolleen Maria Wright, the mother of his former partner, singer Erykah Badu .
The song remains one of OutKast's most popular works, with over 1.5 billion streams on Spotify . It has been sampled by various artists, including DJ Khaled and SZA for their 2019 song "Just Us". OutKast – M.s Jackson
Erykah Badu later revealed that her mother actually loved the song and even got a "Ms. Jackson" vanity license plate. It was primarily written by André 3000 as
The track famously features a reversed and altered sample of "Strawberry Letter 23" by The Brothers Johnson. Erykah Badu later revealed that her mother actually
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
Originally conceived as an acoustic guitar piece, the song evolved into a melodic blend of singing and rapping that was radical for its time.