Common is an American hip hop recording artist and actor from Chicago, Illinois.
In 2011, Common launched 'Think Common Entertainment', his own record label imprint.
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Birth Name: Lonnie Rashid Lynn, Jr.
Also Known As: Common Sense
Born: March 13, 1972 (age 53)
From: Chicago, Illinois, United States
Genre(s):
Hip hop
Occupation(s):
Rapper,
actor,
writer
Active From: 1991present
Associated Acts:
Erykah Badu
GOOD Music
J Dilla
Kanye West
Pharrell
Talib Kweli
Cocaine 80s
Soulquarians
Did You Know:
• Common is the son of former ABA basketball player Lonnie Lynn
• He is a supporter of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals)
Awards:
2003
Grammy Award for Best R&B Song for
Love of My Life
BET Award for Video of the Year and Viewer's Choice for
Love of My Life
2006
Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by Duo or Group for
Southside
BET Hip Hop Award - Element Award for Lyricist of the Year
2007
BET Hip Hop Award for Lyricist of the Year
BET Hip Hop Award for CD of the Year for 'Finding Forever'