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Chicago, United States (1992 – present)
Lonnie Rashid Lynn, Jr. (born March 13, 1972 in Chicago, Illinois), better known by his stage name Common, is a Grammy award winning rapper, author and actor known for lyrics that focus on love and spirituality. Signed to Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music, many people describe him as being a conscious hip hop artist who makes songs that send a message. He debuted in 1992 with the album Can I Borrow a Dollar? and maintained a significant underground following into the late 90s, after which he gained notable mainstream success through his work with the soulquarians.
As well as music, Common has worked as an actor, on the films ‘Smokin’ Aces’ (as Sir Ivy) ‘American Gangster’ (as Turner Lucas) and ‘Wanted’. He may also be seen in cameo roles in films such as ‘Brown Sugar’.
His debut was the 1992 album Can I Borrow A Dollar, but he achieved little critical or commercial success until 1994’s Resurrection, an instant classic. He produced several more albums, notably Like Water for Chocolate and the highly experimental Electric Circus, before releasing the Kanye West and J Dilla-produced Be in 2005, which was his first album to receive widespread mainstream appeal and radio playtime.
Common is considered a “cred” artist, which has lead him to collaborations with the likes of De La Soul, Jadakiss, T.I, Talib Kweli, The Roots, Kanye West, Lily Allen, Erykah Badu, and Fort Minor.
Most recently released is 2007’s Finding Forever, which was produced mainly by long-time collaborator, Kanye West.
As well as music, Common has worked as an actor, on the films ‘Smokin’ Aces’ (as Sir Ivy) ‘American Gangster’ (as Turner Lucas) and ‘Wanted’. He may also be seen in cameo roles in films such as ‘Brown Sugar’.
His debut was the 1992 album Can I Borrow A Dollar, but he achieved little critical or commercial success until 1994’s Resurrection, an instant classic. He produced several more albums, notably Like Water for Chocolate and the highly experimental Electric Circus, before releasing the Kanye West and J Dilla-produced Be in 2005, which was his first album to receive widespread mainstream appeal and radio playtime.
Common is considered a “cred” artist, which has lead him to collaborations with the likes of De La Soul, Jadakiss, T.I, Talib Kweli, The Roots, Kanye West, Lily Allen, Erykah Badu, and Fort Minor.
Most recently released is 2007’s Finding Forever, which was produced mainly by long-time collaborator, Kanye West.
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Finding Forever
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Like Water for Chocolate
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Shoutbox
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MattKlomp1 wrote:
Common fans, check out the new Wyclef Jean mixtape - you'll be glad you did. www.myspace.com/wyclefjean
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Cleptomanics wrote:
Join our Vegans group!
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hotterthanjuly wrote:
Whatever.
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Funkeman wrote:
First 3 albums are amazing !!! But his recent stuff is shit... sold out on kid cudi ...
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sOuller wrote:
strange fruit is nicceee
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TJass wrote:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2NQTZBGau4 Common + John Legend + Ye = Killer! Nice Tune
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hotterthanjuly wrote:
*eyeroll*
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ddrt wrote:
He sold out on kid cudi... man I thought you were better than that.
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kryptonbornson wrote:
UMC was the joint. He was like the "Can I Borrow a Dollar" Common Sense.
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Squ4ll wrote:
Peace
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kennysnyder wrote:
"momma_mad" : loving the link, goooood sht : )
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momma__mad wrote:
Thought I'd share >> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nUASJkGU8g (Open Your Eyes - Caldwell, Common, Dilla cover)
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ladykristina wrote:
Testify ! ♥
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magicpocket wrote:
Owns it
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Beatz92 wrote:
Everywhere. ♥ [2]
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OishiiPineapple wrote:
Still love Common. "Like Water For Chocolate", "Be", "One Day It'll All Make Sense"...I Wouldn't say he makes Rap,more of sweet Hip-Hop [2]
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YoWaddup76 wrote:
Come to Philadelphia
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lindsatthedisco wrote:
Everywhere. ♥
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mickeybrasil wrote:
Jus L-O-V-E Be. ;)
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koula10 wrote:
Be is very good
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Stars Support New Talent at Music Showcase
8 Oct 2009 | from www.theinsider.com
Headlined and co-curated by hip-hop star Common, the Hennessy Artistry Series attracted an impressive group of stars Wednesday night at New York's Terminal 5. …
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