Born: Chicago, IL, 1972
Years Active: 2003-2010
Member of: Native Tongues
Influenced by: A Tribe Called Quest, Q-Tip, The Last Poets, Stevie Wonder, Gil Scott-Heron, Jungle Brothers, De La Soul
Genre: Hip-Hop
Biography: Common (originally Common Sense) was a highly influential figure in rap's underground during the '90s, keeping the ...
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Jun 24 2009 10:30AM
by Tracey Ford
The Boombox Music Blog: Rapper/actor Common will join fellow rapping thespian Queen Latifah in the romantic comedy 'Just Wright.' According to Variety, Latifah, along with Shakim Compere and Debra Martin Chase, will produce the flick, which is centered around a sports ... Read more
Apr 06 2009 8:30AM
by Sharks
Filed under: Hip-Hop News, Movies
The Boombox Music Blog: For the past year and a half, rapper/actor Common has been rumored to be up for the role of the Green Lantern in Warner Bros.' upcoming 'Green Lantern' film, which was originally dubbed as 'Justice League of America.' According to the newest reports, ... Read moreFeb 27 2009 11:30AM
by Nia Beckwith
Filed under: Hip-Hop News, Side Gig
The Boombox Music Blog: Rapper/actor Common is beefing up his resume and adding clothing designer to his list of accomplishments. The Chicago native has teamed up with Microsoft to design four vintage inspired t-shirts for their "Softwear" clothing line. Common was ... Read moreSongs (5)
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