In a bizarre twist that’s got the music world buzzing like a swarm of bees, Outkast superstar Big Boi has lifted the lid on his secret life as an owl whisperer – and it’s more eccentric than you could ever imagine!

The 50-year-old Atlanta icon, real name Antwan André Patton, isn’t content with just dropping beats that shook the 90s and 00s – oh no! He’s built a veritable aviary empire at his sprawling Georgia mansion, complete with four majestic pet owls that rule the roost. Named Simon, Hootie Hoo, Hoodini (a cheeky nod to the escape artist Houdini, we presume), and Tula, these nocturnal nobles aren’t your average pets. They’re stars in their own right, strutting around Big Boi’s state-of-the-art recording studio like feathered divas!

Insiders spill that it all kicked off back in 2018 when Big Boi crossed paths with a top owl trainer during a wild animal encounter event. “He was hooked instantly,” a source close to the rapper dished exclusively to us. “Those piercing eyes, the silent flights – it was love at first hoot!” Before long, the ‘Hey Ya!’ hitmaker had transformed part of his home into an owl paradise, complete with custom perches, night-vision cams, and even a playlist of soothing hip-hop remixes to keep his birds chill.

But let’s meet the fabulous four! First up, Simon – the wise old soul of the bunch, with feathers as sleek as Big Boi’s rhymes. “Simon’s the thinker,” Big Boi gushed in a rare interview. “He just sits there, judging my mixes like a studio exec!” Then there’s Hootie Hoo, the playful prankster named after Outkast’s iconic track. This cheeky chap loves dive-bombing guests, leaving celebs like André 3000 ducking for cover during visits!

Hoodini? Oh, he’s the escape artist extraordinaire! “That bird’s vanished more times than my socks in the dryer,” Big Boi laughed on social media, sharing clips of the owl’s daring escapades. And sweet Tula, the Brazilian beauty, is the chill queen – “She’s the one who calms everyone down after a long night in the booth,” he revealed. Tula’s laid-back vibe has even inspired new tracks, with whispers of an ‘OwlKast’ album in the works!

Fans are going wild over this revelation, with social media exploding in memes and fan art. “Big Boi’s owls are cooler than most rappers!” one tweeted, while another quipped, “Forget pit bulls – owls are the new hip-hop mascot!” But it’s not all fun and feathers; caring for these predators is no joke. Big Boi shells out thousands on fresh rodents, vet checks, and flight training sessions. “They’re family,” he insists. “Wiser than half the industry!”

As Outkast’s legacy endures, Big Boi’s owl obsession adds a quirky chapter. Who knew the king of Southern rap had a soft spot for these night stalkers? Watch this space – next up, owl-featured music videos?