Can I Borrow a Dollar?
Common · 1992
49 min · 13 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · rapping
Smooth jazz-inflected beats intertwine with thought-provoking lyrics, showcasing a fresh perspective in early '90s hip-hop.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- thoughtful introspective moments
- smooth background listening experience
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 6, 1992, 'Can I Borrow a Dollar?' is Common's debut album, emerging as he transitioned from a young artist to a promising voice in hip-hop. At this point, Common was still establishing his identity amidst the burgeoning Chicago rap scene, setting the stage for his later artistic evolution.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Q-Tip· Anderson .Paak· Erykah Badu
- If this clicks, go next to
- Resurrection — Continues the introspective themes with a more polished sound.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "A Penny for My Thoughts".
- 1 A Penny for My Thoughts Start here 4:23
- 2 Charms Alarm 4:30
- 3 Take It EZ 4:08
- 4 Heidi Hoe 4:30
- 5 Breaker 1/9 4:02
- 6 Two Scoops of Raisins 5:28
- 7 No Defense 1:14
- 8 Blows to the Temple 4:39
- 9 Just in the Nick of Rhyme 2:30
- 10 Tricks Up My Sleeve 3:22
- 11 Puppy Chow 4:01
- 12 Soul by the Pound 4:20
- 13 Pitchin’ Pennies 1:58
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