The top 10 most inspiring quotes by Common
- I feel like God gives you what you deserve. Whatever that time is, you get what you deserve.
- You have to be sincere in your feelings. And fear is one of those, sometimes; doubt is one of those; jealousy, anger – all your emotions are not going to be considered the strong emotions; all of them are not going to be love, happiness, joy.
- Me as an artist, I’ve ventured off into doing all types of music. I’ll do a jazz album, you know what I mean.
- It’s our responsibility for the village to say, ‘Hey we’re going to create these programs,’ whether it’s sports, creative arts, music, we need some things to give young people positive things to do, and that’s including jobs.
- Everything I’m saying shouldn’t be taken so serious. I’m playing, but at the same token, I’m acknowledging that I’m not always the perfect man; I’m not always doing the right things. That’s who I am. I’m working to be better.
- My mom has obviously had a powerful influence on my life, and her voice can describe certain things that I couldn’t see in myself.
- I think you really have to remember what you loved about making music in the first place. Ultimately, people can be like, ‘We’ve seen this dude in many movies,’ but if they hear a song and they’re feeling it, they can look past all the personal things and not hold it against you that you’re also an actor.
- I learned a long time ago to be honest when I’m talking to other artists. Up-and-coming artists used to come and say something, they would have a demo reel, and I would try to tell them the truth. I don’t go up and say something unless I really feel it.
- I come from playing sports. I compete, so I gotta be better than I was last year. I gotta get better, and that better gotta come from just growing. From learning new stuff to working on it, experience it in life, and failing.
- I feel, as an artist, I should be able to express who I am and the things I come from, and the places I want to also be.
Common, born Lonnie Rashid Lynn Jr. on March 13, 1972, is an American rapper, actor, and activist known for his socially conscious lyrics and smooth flow. Emerging from Chicago’s hip-hop scene, he gained recognition with his 1994 album Resurrection, featuring the classic track “I Used to Love H.E.R.”
Throughout his career, Common has blended jazz, soul, and hip-hop, collaborating with artists like Kanye West, Erykah Badu, and John Legend. His 2005 album Be was a critical and commercial success, earning Grammy nominations. He won an Academy Award for Best Original Song with “Glory” (2014) from Selma.
Beyond music, Common has built a successful acting career, appearing in films like John Wick: Chapter 2 and Selma. A dedicated activist, he promotes education and social justice through his Common Ground Foundation. With his influential artistry and activism, he remains a respected figure in hip-hop and beyond.
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