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Outkast rapper Big Boi arrested for drug possession
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Big Boi's lawyer said he thought he would be 'completely exonerated'
Outkast rapper Big Boi has been arrested in Miami for possession of drugs including ecstasy and Viagra.
The 36-year-old, whose real name is Antwan Patton, was reportedly charged on Sunday with four separate offences relating to drugs.
He later tweeted: "Fresh out baby!!!! They said it was the love boat."
His lawyer Daniel Kane issued a statement which said: "I am confident when the entire facts are aired Big Boi will be completely exonerated."
The statement continued: "While Big Boi was travelling with his group and friends, a small amount of contraband was found in the collective luggage."
The Georgia rapper became famous as one half of Outkast alongside Andre 3000, the duo behind major chart hits such as Ms Jackson and Hey Ya.
He released a solo album in 2010, Sir Luscious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty, with a follow up LP expected this year.
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