As well as music, Common has worked as an actor, on films such as 'Smokin' Aces' (as Sir Ivy) 'American Gangster' (as Turner Lucas), 'Wanted', and 'John Wick: Chapter 2'. He may also be seen in cameo roles in films such as 'Brown Sugar'.
His debut was the 1992 album Can I Borrow A Dollar, but he achieved little critical or commercial success until 1994's Resurrection, an instant classic. He produced several more albums, notably Like Water For Chocolate and the highly experimental Electric Circus, before releasing the Kanye West and J Dilla-produced Be in 2005, which was his first album to receive widespread mainstream appeal and radio playtime.
Common is considered a "cred" artist, which has lead him to collaborations with the likes of De La Soul, Jadakiss, T.I, Talib Kweli, The Roots, Kanye West, Lily Allen, Erykah Badu, and Fort Minor.
The 2007 album Finding Forever was produced mainly by long-time collaborator, Kanye West. Common released his eighth album Universal Mind Control in 2008, which was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album but lost to the Eminem album Relapse. He released his ninth album The Dreamer/The Believer in 2011. Nobody's Smiling, his tenth album, was released in 2014. The concept of the album was inspired by his troubled hometown of Chicago.
Come Close Ft. Q-Tip
Common Lyrics
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Are we living in a dream world?
Are your eyes still green girl?
I know your sick and tired of arguing
But you can't keep it bottled in
Jealousy, we got to swallow it
Your heart and mind baby follow it
And when you feel opposite
I just want you to know
Your whole being is beautiful
I'm going to do the best I can do
Cause I'm the best when I'm with you
Come close to me baby
Let your love hold you
I know this world is crazy
What's it without you
Put down your bags love
I know in the past love
Has been sort of hard in you
But I see the God in you
I just want to nurture it
Though this love may hurt a bit
We dealing wit this water love
You even give my daughter love
I want to build a tribe wit you
Protect and provide for you
Truth is I can't hide from you
The pimp in me
May have to die with you
Come close to me baby
Let your love hold you
I know this world is crazy
What's it without you
I know what you're thinking, you're on my mind
You're right, you're right, you're right
You promise so fast you just might take flight
Hope your not tired, tonight, tonight
You help me to discovery me
I just want you to put trust in me
I kind of laugh when you cuss at me
The aftermath is you touching me
It's destiny to we connected girl
You and I we can affect the world
I'm tired of the fast lane
I want you to have my last name
Come close to me baby
Let your love hold you
I know this world is crazy
What's it without you
I know what you're thinking, you're on my mind
You're right, you're right, you're right
You promise so fast you just might take flight
Hope your not tired, tonight, tonight
The lyrics to Common's song, "Come Close" Version, express the rapper's devotion to a woman he loves. He poses questions to her, asking if they are living in a dream world, and acknowledging that they both struggle with jealousy but need to let go of it for the sake of their relationship. He encourages her to embrace her beauty and be happy, and vows to do his best to be the best version of himself when he is with her.
The chorus emphasizes the importance of intimacy and closeness, stating that no matter how crazy the world is, it's not the same without the person he loves. He asks her to put down her emotional baggage and let him nurture her, despite the fact that love can sometimes bring pain. He hopes to build a family with her and give her his last name, and recognizes the transformative power of their connection.
Overall, the song is about the highs and lows of a relationship, but ultimately focuses on the power of love and the importance of being vulnerable and open with the person you care about.
Line by Line Meaning
It's just a fly love song, what
This is a love song that's meant to be light-hearted and fun.
Are we living in a dream world? Are your eyes still green girl?
I'm curious about our relationship and wondering if we're both on the same page.
I know your sick and tired of arguin' but you can't keep it bottled in
I understand that we've had our issues, but we need to talk things out instead of keeping our feelings to ourselves.
Jealousy, we got to swallow it your heart and mind baby follow it
We need to trust each other and not let jealousy get in the way of our love.
Smile, happiness you could model it and when you feel opposite
I want you to be happy and know that you are a positive influence in my life, even when things get tough.
I just want you to know your whole being is beautiful
I'm in awe of every part of you and want you to know how much I appreciate your presence in my life.
I'm going to do the best I can do 'cause I'm the best when I'm with you
Being with you makes me a better person and I promise to always try my best for you.
Put down your bags love I know in the past love
Let go of any baggage from past relationships.
Has been sort of hard in you but I see the God in you
I know you've been hurt before, but I see the strength and resilience in you, and I think you're amazing.
I just want to nurture it though this love may hurt a bit
I want to help you heal and grow, even though it might be painful at times.
We dealin' wit this water love you even give my daughter love
We'll face any obstacles together, and you even show love to my child.
I want to build a tribe wit you protect and provide for you
I want to start a family with you and always be there for you.
Truth is I can't hide from you the pimp in me may have to die with you
I want to let go of any past mistakes and be loyal to you.
You help me to discovery me I just want you to put trust in me
Being with you has helped me discover who I really am, and I hope you can trust me completely.
I kind of laugh when you cuss at me the aftermath is you touchin' me
Even when we have our silly arguments, it ultimately brings us closer together.
It's destiny to we connected girl you and I we can affect the world
I truly believe that we were meant to be together, and we have the potential to make a positive impact on the world.
I'm tired of the fast lane I want you to have my last name
I'm ready to slow down and commit to you for the long haul, and want to marry you.
And you're right, you're right, you're right
You're always right, and I value your opinion and perspective.
Hope your not tired, tonight, tonight
I hope you're not too exhausted from the day, and that we can spend some quality time together tonight.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Pharrell Williams, Erica Wright, Kamaal Ibn Jonathan Davis Fareed, Lonnie Lynn, James Yancey
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@BIGCATHFTALGO
2024 whos still here?
@KAs619
Who else feels like this should have been the version on the "Electric Circus" album?
@Geneiveve
Kasino Marxs
Noooo
We need Pharrell and Mary.
@Marcos_1983
Nah. I love dillas work. But the Neptune's version, with Mary was fire bro. This version is a close second though.
@ylariraaijmakers8911
💯
@meyou5789
Nope, because I would have been REALLY madd at that album lol
Imagine that?! The only dope hip hop like beat? U woulda been pissed when the rest of the album didn't Come Close lol.
At.least Neptune version was weird enough to blend un with all that other Really weird shit
@snappy_.
I’ll pay good money to put this on my Spotify playlists
@seeowins
Fuck yeah bruh
@sunshinesoul6004
Tell em again!!
@ksy4747
Even the original one isn't on Spotify 😢