The Dreamer/The Believer
Common · 2011
57 min · 14 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · rapping
A vibrant fusion of introspective lyricism and soulful melodies that navigate dreams and reality.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective moments of reflection
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- uplifting anthems for celebration
- soulful melodies for dreaming
- thought-provoking lyrical storytelling
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy reflective journeys
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on December 20, 2011, 'The Dreamer/The Believer' marked Common's return to music after a brief hiatus following the mixed reception of his previous album, 'Universal Mind Control' (2008). This album showcased a revitalized artistic direction, blending his signature conscious hip-hop style with elements of jazz and R&B, further solidifying his place in the genre during a time of shifting musical landscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Q-Tip· Anderson .Paak· Erykah Badu
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Dreamer 5:53
- 2 Ghetto Dreams 3:54
- 3 Blue Sky 4:03
- 4 Sweet 3:37
- 5 Gold 4:19
- 6 Lovin’ I Lost 3:51
- 7 Raw (How You Like It) 3:55
- 8 Cloth 4:34
- 9 Celebrate 4:03
- 10 Windows 4:00
- 11 The Believer 3:43
- 12 Pops Belief 4:55
- 13 The Believer (remix) 3:23
- 14 Ghetto Dreams (remix) 3:37
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