Common

Common

alternative hip-hop, contemporary R&B, hip-hop, rapping

United States

"Common’s music pulses with a steady groove, employing rhythmic cadences and layered textures that create an immersive listening experience."

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Can I Borrow a Dollar?

Can I Borrow a Dollar?

1992
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Career Arc

Common's discography from 1992 to 2021

1992 2006 2021
Can I Borrow a Dollar? (1992) Take It EZ (1992) Soul by the Pound (1993) Breaker 1/9 (1993) Resurrection (1994) I Used to Love H.E.R. (1994) Resurrection (1995) The Bitch in Yoo (1996) One Day It'll All Make Se... (1997) Like Water for Chocolate (2000) The Light (2000) Electric Circus (2002) While I'm Dancin' (2002) Be (2005) Testify (2005) Finding Forever (2007) Thisisme Then: The Best o... (2007) Tell Me What We're Gonna... (2007) The People (2007) Universal Mind Control (2008)
Common matters as a transformative figure in the landscape of hip-hop and R&B, championing lyrical depth and social consciousness.
Common matters as a transformative figure in the landscape of hip-hop and R&B, championing lyrical depth and social consciousness. His work has reshaped expectations around what it means to be a mainstream artist, merging personal storytelling with broader societal themes, encouraging listeners to engage with both their own narratives and the world at large. His approach combines introspection with a sense of urgency, often using rich, soulful instrumentation that complements his thoughtful lyrics. By collaborating with a diverse array of producers and musicians, Common creates soundscapes that elevate his messages while remaining accessible. This innovative blend allows him to inhabit multiple sonic realms without sacrificing the authenticity of his voice. Common’s songwriting frequently explores themes of identity, love, and social justice, delivered through a lens of sincerity that invites reflection. His tone balances poignant storytelling with moments of vulnerability, often employing a conversational style that makes his messages resonate deeply. This fusion of honesty and artistry embodies both personal experience and collective struggle.

Full discography

Common's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

28 releases • 16 albums • 1992–2021
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Singles ()

Glory album by Common

Glory

2014

Tell Me What We're Gonna Do Now album by Common

Tell Me What We're Gonna Do Now

2007

The People album by Common

The People

2007

Testify album by Common

Testify

2005

While I'm Dancin' album by Common

While I'm Dancin'

2002

The Light album by Common

The Light

2000

The Bitch in Yoo album by Common

The Bitch in Yoo

1996

Resurrection album by Common

Resurrection

1995

I Used to Love H.E.R. album by Common

I Used to Love H.E.R.

1994

Soul by the Pound album by Common

Soul by the Pound

1993

Breaker 1/9 album by Common

Breaker 1/9

1993

Take It EZ album by Common

Take It EZ

1992

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Common sound like?

Common’s music pulses with a steady groove, employing rhythmic cadences and layered textures that create an immersive listening experience. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop. Start with Like Water for Chocolate.

What is the best Common album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Like Water for Chocolate" (2000). It's the most representative of what makes Common worth hearing.

Who is Common for?

If you're into contemporary R&B and hip-hop, Common is worth your time. Common’s music pulses with a steady groove, employing rhythmic cadences and layered textures that create an immersive listening experience.

How many albums does Common have?

Common has 28 releases in their discography, including 16 albums.

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