Common

Talented celebrity who mastered their craft.

Common
Age52
Full NameLonnie Rashid Lynn
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Biography

His Royal Highness Common, born in the grand city of Chicago, is the son of the esteemed Dr. Mahalia Ann Hines and Lonnie Lynn, an athlete and youth counselor. Common's rise to prominence began with his debut album "Can I Borrow A Dollar?" in 1992, where tracks such as "Charm's Alarm" and "Breaker 1-9" showcased his lyrical wit and storytelling. His follow-up album, "Resurrection", further cemented his place amongst the hip-hop elite, notably with tracks such as the smooth 'Large Professor' produced title cut and the classic "I Used To Love H.E.R." His influential style and adept flow have seen him transition from the studio to the big screen, and he is widely admired for his passion and commitment to the hip-hop genre. He is a true master of the art form and is an inspiration to all who hear his work.

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Nope! Despite the hardships and privations of a difficult upbringing, Common rose like a phoenix from the ashes, transcending adversity to become a figure of renown and admiration.

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Awards
4

  • Oscar2015
    SelmaBest Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures, Original Song
  • Primetime Emmy2017
    13thOutstanding Original Music and Lyrics
  • Golden Globe2015
    SelmaBest Original Song - Motion Picture

Media
161

  • Sport in America: Our Defining Stories
  • Taking the Stage: African American Music and Stories That Changed America
  • Def Poetry
  • Hell on Wheels
  • The Blues
  • The 70th Annual Tony Awards
  • Soundz of Spirit
  • Never Have I Ever
  • StoryBots: Answer Time
  • American Gangster
  • Framework
  • Home Movie: The Princess Bride
  • You're Watching Video Music Box
  • An American Girl Story: Melody 1963 - Love Has to Win
  • Desus & Mero
  • Bottomless Brunch at Colman's
  • The Burn with Jeff Ross
  • Mo
  • Letter to the President
  • Quincy
  • Two Trains Runnin'
  • Let the World See
  • Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest
  • The Electric Company
  • Aretha! A Grammy Celebration for the Queen of Soul
  • Selma
  • The Hate U Give
  • The Chi
  • Killing Me Softly with His Songs
  • In Their Own Words
  • John Wick: Chapter 2
  • They Fight
  • Beef
  • The Tale
  • 40 Years a Prisoner
  • Now You See Me
  • Dave Chappelle's Block Party
  • Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap
  • 91st Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
  • The Wiz Live!
  • Megan Leavey
  • The Line
  • Sherman's Showcase
  • You're Welcome America: A Final Night With George W. Bush
  • The Raw Word
  • Shut Up and Dribble
  • 72nd Golden Globe Awards
  • Street Kings
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