A Beautiful Revolution Pt. 2
Common · 2021
38 min · 11 tracks · contemporary R&B
A vibrant blend of conscious hip-hop and soul, layered with introspective lyrics and uplifting beats that inspire social change.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Beautiful Chicago Kid Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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When We Move — This track features a dynamic collaboration with Black Thought, blending powerful verses that encourage resilience and unity amidst adversity.
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Saving Grace — With its soulful instrumentation and heartfelt message, this track reflects on personal healing and the importance of community support in tough times.
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Majesty (Where We Gonna Take It) — This song stands out for its anthemic quality, urging listeners to envision a better future while celebrating cultural pride and strength.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines thoughtful lyrics with engaging melodies, though it doesn't significantly reshape its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a spoken-word intro that sets a reflective tone, followed by tracks that blend melodic hooks with rhythmic verses.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response patterns, creating a conversational feel between the artist and featured guests.
- The last three tracks gradually slow down in tempo, allowing for a contemplative conclusion to the album's themes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- thought-provoking lyrical explorations
- short bursts of reflective insight
- uplifting messages for community strength
- engaging narratives for urban life
Maybe skip if you
- seek instant gratification
- prefer longer, sprawling albums
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and relevance in Common's later work.
- Career context
- Released in 2021, A Beautiful Revolution Pt. 2 is Common's follow-up to his 2020 album of the same name, continuing his exploration of social justice themes. At this point in his career, Common has evolved from mainstream hip-hop success to a prominent figure in activism, using his music as a platform for change.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Q-Tip· Anderson .Paak· Erykah Badu
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Saving Grace
The artist speaks directly about finding hope and strength through community bonds amid challenges.
This direct appeal for unity shifts the focus from individual struggle to collective resilience, emphasizing the power of togetherness.
Tracklist
- 1 Intro (Push Out the Noise) 3:00
- 2 A Beautiful Chicago Kid Start here 2:38
- 3 When We Move 4:11
- 4 Set It Free 3:34
- 5 Majesty (Where We Gonna Take It) 4:34
- 6 Poetry 3:16
- 7 Saving Grace 4:13
- 8 Star of the Gang 3:25
- 9 Imagine 3:41
- 10 Get It Right 3:08
- 11 OUTRO (Exclamation Point) 2:43
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