Knowra Hey Ya! Hey Ya! “Hey Ya!” is a 2003 song by the American hip-hop duo OutKast, written and produced by André 3000. Its buoyant arrangement contrasts with lyrics about a relationship losing its meaning.
OutKast : OutKast is an American hip-hop duo formed in Atlanta by André 3000 and Big Boi. The duo released “Hey Ya!” as a single from its 2003 double album.
Song structure : Song structure is the arrangement of sections such as verses, choruses, and bridges over time. The song cycles through verses and a recurring chorus, then breaks into a handclap-driven bridge.
Music video : A music video is a filmed or animated work made to accompany a song and promote its circulation. The video stages OutKast’s performance amid a crowd modeled on the Beatles’ 1964 U.S. television debut.
Atlanta hip-hop : Atlanta hip-hop is the hip-hop tradition shaped by artists and scenes based in Atlanta, Georgia. OutKast’s roots in Atlanta’s hip-hop scene frame the song’s departure from genre expectations.
Grammy Award for Best Urban/Alternative Performance : The Grammy Award for Best Urban/Alternative Performance was a category recognizing recordings that crossed urban and alternative styles. “Hey Ya!” won the category at the 2004 Grammy Awards.
André 3000 : André 3000 is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor, best known as one half of OutKast. He wrote, produced, and performed the song, including its lead vocals and instruments.
Handclap : A handclap is a percussive sound made by striking the hands together. Handclaps become a prominent rhythmic hook in the bridge.
Billboard Hot 100 : The Billboard Hot 100 is a United States chart ranking songs by measures of popularity. “Hey Ya!” reached number one on the chart and remained there for nine weeks.
The Love Below : The Love Below is André 3000’s disc of OutKast’s 2003 double album Speakerboxxx/The Love Below. The song originated on this album-length project exploring love, pop, and varied musical styles.
Grammy Award for Best Short Form Music Video : The Grammy Award for Best Short Form Music Video honors achievements in music-video production. The song’s video won the award at the 2004 Grammy Awards.
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