August Greene (Common, Robert Glasper, Karriem Riggins): NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

Feb. 21, 2018 | Abby O'Neill -- August Greene, the collaborative effort of Common, Robert Glasper and Karriem Riggins, was born at the White House in 2016 during a special Tiny Desk concert. It was during that unprecedented performance that the then-untitled ensemble premiered the powerful "Letter to the Free," an original song for Ava DuVernay's Netflix documentary 13th that eventually won an Emmy for Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics.
For the trio's first visit to NPR headquarters, they brought some special guests: vocalists Brandy, Maimouna Youssef and Andra Day. The band performed four tracks from its upcoming self-titled album (out March 9 on Amazon Music), an impromptu freestyle, and Day's Oscar-nominated collaboration with Common, "Stand Up For Something," from the film Marshall. Common described the theme of the Tiny Desk as "Foregrounding Women," alluding to the attendance of Brandy, Day and Youssef, as well as the spiritual presence of Glasper's younger cousin, Loren, who passed just a few days prior.
The past year has been a pivotal time for women, between #MeToo and social and financial equality, and the lyrics to these songs frame women's contemporary frustrations as civil rights issues. That's important in hip-hop, which has long been dogged by an old-line adherence to misogyny, as it lays claim to the world's most popular genre.
In a spontaneous moment midway through Maimouna Youssef's verse on "Practice," the crowd gushed and you could see the joy in her eyes. Then the ebullient pop icon Brandy reprised Sounds Of Blackness' 1991 classic "Optimistic," and the magic held everyone rapt. Andra Day followed up with "Stand Up for Something"; her powerful voice blew the hinges off the doors.
August Greene's latest single, "Black Kennedy," connotes dreams of an African-American dynasty, the kind only a royal family assumes. The stark contrasts of disenfranchisement are highlighted by every wish expressed. Later, in "Let Go," vocalist and August Greene collaborator Samora Pinderhughes sings of overcoming darkness within yourself and finding hope at the bottom of Pandora's box. It's about releasing the demons so the hands can hold the blessings.
August Greene is what happens when talent embraces intention and humility. This edition of the Tiny Desk inspired me, its audience, and the artists behind the stage. We hope it has the same effect on you.
SET LIST
• "Black Kennedy" (feat. Samora Pinderhughes)
• "Practice" (feat. Maimouna Youssef)
• "Optimistic" (feat. Brandy)
• "Stand Up For Something" (feat. Andra Day)
• "Let Go" (feat. Samora Pinderhughes)
MUSICIANS
Lonnie Rashid Lynn, Robert Glasper, Karriem Riggins, Burniss Travis, Samora Pinderhughes, DJ Dummy, Brandy Norwood, Andra Day, Maimouna Youssef
CREDITS
Producers: Abby O'Neill, Morgan Noelle Smith; Creative Director: Bob Boilen; Audio Engineer: Josh Rogosin; Videographers: Morgan Noelle Smith, Maia Stern, Kara Frame, CJ Riculan; Production Assistant: Joshua Bote; Photo: Eslah Attar/NPR.
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[@4u2cre8]

"Sometimes bein' a woman is like being black twice."..... Yoooooooo! My soul is SHOOK!

[@ninianamusic]

and still her name appears on last

[@MrPrincessdlow]

Which song is this quoted? I was thoroughly unimpressed with his performance. Too much talking. . .

[@declane1713]

Maimouna Youssef verse was incredible. I saw her in a small space in Montreal last year. Im shocked she isnt a huge star already. Crazy talent, and clearly knows the right people if shes got Commons number.

[@deatheclipse123]

chills

[@anonuniversal364]

12:01

[@jimmyjenkins2628]

Robert Glasper ls one of the greatest keyboardist/pianists of all time! That is all

[@yaazzyy8410]

Facts!! 🤙🏽

[@Itmbeats]

I swear I’m sitting here like this guy could play so much and yet he played the least and it was perfect!! Musicianship at it’s finest!!!

[@1NeoSoulChild]

NO SERIOUSLY!!!

[@williamshakespeare9815]

​@@Itmbeatsits not about playing lick adter lick, you have to be able tonplay for the song

[@DBTAudio]

Robert Glasper is a groove master. His melodies could go on for days without any lyrics.

[@kylikjspop]

BRANDY is and always has been insanely underrated. She embodies all of the magic, color, technic and vocal style without any of the hype. She IS amazing. Don't sleep.

[@danproposkanovovski]

I can't get over how Common is such a sweetheart throughout this session. Putting other people front and center and celebrating them while doing a great job himself. This is just 100% good vibes despite the subject matters.

[@robertbizzell6576]

That's the sign of a secure human. Not practiced enough!

[@4hisglory365]

That is why I LOVE COMMON, EVERYTIME. Beautiful energy 💙

[@dancooper6873]

Absolutely this. You can see how genuine he is with it too which is astounding considering what a talent he is himself 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@sigmundfraud7186]

so true!

[@msteacup2337]

Common is amazing

[@RobWill5864]

Big shoutout to whoever gave birth to this Tiny Desk Concert idea. So much dope music. Love it!

[@markwest1157]

No doubt!

[@fireyflower6643]

Its fabulous, the breath of diversity is awesome

[@jeffhebron6579]

Bob B Boilen

[@wesleywayne303]

No doubt, highlighting good music of true artisans in any genre... Light shines underground UP!

[@Adelaide_Mackenzie]

for real and I wanna so sing on there too

[@D_Norland]

Common low key dropped the smoothest freestyle of all time

[@buffyshillings3138]

HIGH KEY

[@moonmagicflows]

RIIIIIGGGHHHTT!! Common Legend 4eva❤️🔥

[@Solenn1]

Check black thought

[@dadedon305]

all his frees be like this soul fire ka ba fawk u meen

[@MrPrincessdlow]

Bruh which part? He kilt the whole set - on and off the clock

[@kingfreezy52]

He shouted out the security guard. We must protect Common

[@brownandabroad4865]

brandy needs her own tiny desk. please and thank you.

[@BlissDelight69]

"Sometimes being a women is like being black twice. I gotta scream 'fire' instead of 'rape' and you tell me to act nice." Maimouna Youssef dropped a bomb hard.

[@byssbiscit7578]

Sorry too hear that.

[@elmortobeats5919]

Beonce sayed you run the world!... I guess that makes her a liar 😒

[@takaricita1170]

"being a black woman" and yes. looking at my baby girl its eye opening trying to see the world thru her lense

[@commentcomments1777]

LISTEN!!!!! I am at my desk trying not to scream. YYYEEEESSSSSSS!!!!!

[@rodtrues1]

We are with ya, the world seems cold, but,we are here,,,,,and real men appreciate you, we must stay fit for this ongoing struggle ,it seems, BUT, we will,,,,,,,, and releasing that energy in a scream or whatever is great and needed sometimes,,,,

[@Mr4DON15]

Commons timing, breath control and delivery is scary. And that's before you even get to the wordplay 😩🙌🏾

[@josefbarry4621]

I knowwwwwwwwwwwwww🔥

[@klassicfamily2085]

Yuo

[@klassicfamily2085]

Yup

[@BettyAlexandriaPride]

An art form. Truly.

[@NJHoopz21]

Top 5 on my list. One of the most underrated rappers of all time

[@Rumraisin968]

Brandys Vocals just different!! 🔥

[@claryharley4849]

Common sense , vocabulary no cussing just straight expressing thoughts, Intelligent Hip Hop, The assemble of these artist's is just very enlightening. It's a BEAUTIFUL RIDE BROTHERS and SISTERS. Peace and Love

[@WestfieldsBassnasty]

I wasn’t ready for Mumu fresh to come in on her verse like that

[@darinmcgee6054]

We need common to remix Practice with Mumu fresh honestly

[@Kornysrt4]

Boy, she caught me off guard!

[@tonywiggs1139]

Definitely thought she was gonna stand and be a back up singer ...came thru with straight fiyah!!

[@KeystoneNupe]

Shes next level

[@donnellm346]

@@darinmcgee6054 so facts. She bodied that verse

[@lebakamvelase3323]

The way Common has advanced in mastering his unique style of rhyming.

[@mustafahajj]

Not an advancement at all. He had that flow all along. Comm chose to do certain things at certain times. If you're ever in Chicago during summertime. Check to see if Comm is performing. He does certain things at home than he wouldn't normally do on record or elsewhere. Check him out in Chi (summer) Free concert. Diverse crowd and safe zone. Nothing to worry about.

[@grapograc]

@@mustafahajj I would love to hear about what you mean as far as him doing things at home he wouldn't do otherwise? I've been a huge fan since resurrection, he's such a massively overlooked artist, it's criminal.

[@mustafahajj]

@@grapograc Common's lyrical approach while performing @Chicago are different. He attacks the mic differently than he does elsewhere. These concerts are usually free of charge with no record label promotion or forcing Common to perform radio hits only. Totally different vibe.

[@erminization]

Been checking for him since Resurrection. He is an emcee par excellence. Would love to check out one of those Chicago shows thatyou mentioned.

[@mustafahajj]

@@erminization Excellent Chicago performances. Great location. Near lots of city ambience. Less than 2miles from The loop (downtown). If you're ever in the Chicagoland area during late summer check him out if he have something going on.

[@marcie101080]

I want Brandy to come back and do her hits

[@kenrivers9757]

Facts..she has more than common...

[@reginasmith6276]

Yes she needs a tiny desk too ah?

[@msteacup2337]

Me too!!

[@Mall-1230]

Brandy sound like butter on that joint!

[@rustyshield]

she improved her craft so much since the 90's. Follower her on IG and you can see her growth year after year. Love her voice...

[@luvleta2759]

I've played Mumu Fresh piece like 100 times. There's no words to express how hard she came on that song. She OWNED every bit of that set. Period!! Respect. Salute. Love!!

[@beesmonk]

ABSOLUTELY SO GLAD THE COMMENTS ON HER ARE POSITIVE, HIP HOP 4EVER

[@djackwirr]

A serious mic goddess!!!!

[@ericablige9449]

So you have watched her NPR session, right?? I still watch it at least 2x a week💜 Dope Sistar⚘

[@memphotan]

Dude I'm trying to pay her rent! Eff she gots skills!

[@lindettrawallace5045]

Yes yes yesssssss

[@hyda-jameshill1035]

Damn, I wish I worked at NPR just to witness moments like this

[@joshuacleveland2329]

I was thinking the same thing

[@mykv4792]

Man Common is a dying breed of real Hip hop! Just freestyled out of no where lol

[@dpidesign3266]

The way Common bust out with the freestyle. Amazing. You don't get no better than that now a days with rap. He still love "H.E.R."

[@mtmbuilder]

"What I loved most she had so much soul , She was old school and I was shorty"....

[@jadenspare]

When Common started freestyling I was like “I don’t remember this part of the song” and then I realised 😭😭 He too fye dawg

[@cisselove]

@@mtmbuilder "Never knew throughout my life she would be there for me"

[@gizatsby]

"Black Kennedy" 2:24 "Practice" 8:39 "Optimistic" 16:36 "Stand Up for Something" 25:53 "Let Go" 30:56

[@arxvtheplug4640]

👑

[@blanquis1824]

Leonardo Cisija thanks

[@terrencesimmons6651]

Leonardo Cisija thank you for putting up the time stamps

[@staubsaugernase]

na that was great! beautiful tiny desk concert. and to be honest i like all of them. even if samora's voice is not the voice you expected first, it's really cool and fits into the group. looking forward for some new stuff.

[@KeirChapple]

You are the real mvp

[@jtrapp9634]

Maimouna Youssef's verse stole the show!

[@majormoody]

Yeah my ears shot right up, had to stop everything I was doing and just listen.

[@victoriaappiagei1482]

Dope music awesome Cool good Listen black culture love hip-hop classic soul classic best ever

[@mrsophistifated1]

And she fine

[@dominikelser7847]

You've probably seen it, but she came out with her own Tiny Desk concert: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6e1amtupqiDn80

[@adamjohnson5307]

I get chills on her verse every time I watch this. Every damn time.

[@b.l.1414]

Brandy's track was absolutely uplifting.

[@irenedorsey6564]

My whole face stayed scrunched the 5x I watched Mumu Fresh. Giving me life. 🔥

[@sicariiavantgarde1873]

FACTS

[@elnuffio]

Brandy's genuine delight when Common starts freestyling is just a joy to watch. This set is such a blessing.

[@huckleberries1916]

The crowd singing softly "its a beautiful riiide...iiide..." gave me chills❤

[@lordbuddhamonk5702]

Me too

[@PatriceButler49]

Brandys voice still gives me chills

[@davidmcleod1098]

I have no words. As a Black man, I am struggling with what I'm feeling right now. Maybe hope? Definitely pride. It's amazing how they can fit so many internally beautiful people behind such a tiny desk.

[@tjwilliams4779]

Mu Mu’s verse was golden

[@dachopup8495]

FLAWLESS VERSE

[@archiemilan]

Maimouna Youssef Snapped!! She gained a new fan.

[@spha-m]

I'm still here in 2022 and it's a beautiful riiiiiiide❤

[@chenron5863]

Likewise😍

[@garybush5471]

Common is amazing! Flow, freestyle off the dome! the band dope! Brandy is absolutely gorgeous ❤❤❤ Mumu Fresh dope af!! Andra Day dope af too!!! This tiny desk was perfect

[@MarkBailey1972]

Ok now it's time for Brandy to do a Tiny Desk concert.

[@PeaceBeStill-]

Yes!

[@Ayo.Ajisafe]

🤞🏾🤞🏾

[@ElBrown2411]

Her voice is amazing

[@asomer7371]

Black womanhood at 11:25. She sends chills up my spine. I am honored to be black woman because of sisters like her.

[@Monickyey09]

Aundrey Somerville I just saw Maimouna's Tiny Desk Concert on NPR's site. She totally slayed it. Glad she is getting the recognition due to her.

[@unkinkmesuites1031]

@Aundrey... I promise you I thought about you when I saw her npr tiny desk (way before this one) 💖

[@km_6181]

Brandy’s energy 😍❤️

[@owethu1553]

Im dumbfounded how Common managed to freestyle so long Im shook with his whole performance

[@hattorihanzo8707]

I don't think it's freestyle

[@garybush5471]

@@hattorihanzo8707 yeah that was definitely off the top

[@cjgameon264]

Common is a Hip Hop gift!!!! That freestyle was amazing!!!!

[@letmecomentalready]

that was unreal

[@4508f]

Hell yeah he did that..WOW

[@jlgmail1580]

Common and Glasper = perfect combo

[@victoriaappiagei1482]

good music black culture dope best ever real hip-hop jazz betting dad hip-hop and jazz

[@Cordog1111]

Commons freestyle- 10/10-wow. That’s talent!!!

[@HardenTheGift]

Yooo! Cory! Whussup money!

[@Cordog1111]

Yo!!!!! What you doing on here-we think alike bro 😁

[@beautifullymastered4581]

That part

[@EaglesOnPogoSticks]

I can't stop watching Common's reaction to Maimouna Youssef - she absolutely killed it.🔥

[@jimmymack5688]

This August Greene album is a gift to humanity.

[@TRob-Sea]

It really is....

[@GoodxJ]

So goood!!!!!! I love it.

[@blkexcellence6183]

Truth

[@shaadibaby]

Such a slept on album. Classic!! 🙌🏾

[@devonavant3497]

We just gonna act like Common ain't drop one of the best top of the dome freestyles tho?? He makes it look too easy!

[@Amineemeen]

that was crazy

[@Knuddelbar90]

from min 21:00 crazy good

[@andreasbergendahl935]

Agree! That was something

[@bennymartin607]

Common easily top 5

[@SonofGalahad]

That one stunned me for certain.

[@allanvidebk3983]

The way Karriem Riggins comes in with the Dilla beat at 2:32 without blinking just gets me every time.

[@gleventhal]

Brandy just emanates good vibes, I love those high cheekbones and her kind, cheerful spirit. Where's that beautiful flute player? I think she's the sister of the backup vocal dude. She is really beautiful and soulful too, I liked her in the Whitehouse performance. You're all brilliant performers, keep it up!

[@LeandroBordakevich]

Indeed friend, she is Elena Pinderhuges, sister of Samora Pinderhuges. They are both very closely related to Christian Scott atunde Adjuah, they often play with him at his concerts

[@johnnystob4037]

I love Common's voice so much. So much power and confidence.

[@Alexandre_LISBOA772]

Samora with Maimouna Youssef was incredible

[@jemalwright3414]

BLACK KENNEDY is straight FIRE!!! The group is something special...wow! ITS A BEAUTIFUL RIIIIDE!

[@jaymiekay9126]

So we're all just gonna pretend like Andra Day didn't step on the scene like a queen and DE-LI-VER

[@joshuacleveland2329]

She’s outstanding

[@ei8htbernal]

"I'm really nervous" Literally kills it

[@ladynue1]

Brandy killed it with Optimistic!

[@champoreloaded6019]

Every Friday I sit back with a cold drink and watch this. This is an incredible collaboration. Never gets old. Salute!

[@trailjunkie78]

Common is one of the dopest emcees of all time! His lyrics are always so powerful & educational, and his freestyle is forever on point! 👏👏👏

[@dozieagada1347]

I love people that can coexist. Individual artist that can work together

[@eqfs9455]

Ego to the side, it’s beautiful.

[@Themrfiddy]

Maimouna Youssef my goodness, Can rap, can sing, pretty, what else

[@vj5160]

boobs

[@jcross52583]

She could probably cook too. #soulfood

[@teabells]

She killed that thing!!

[@jovialvibes5962]

yall did not even listen to wtf Common had to say in the beginning lol

[@victoriaappiagei1482]

Music black culture soul neo and hip-hop

[@SC2point0]

11:39 Common looking like 😍 at Mumu while she spittin' flames.

[@sallygallagher7776]

I get goosebumps every time I hear Maimouna Youssef sing.

[@mikeprzyszlak5242]

Andra Day's voice just penetrates your soul. God Damn!

[@kenrivers9757]

Ok im smiled soo hard i hurt my face when brandy came out😍😍😍😍😍😍 she looks sooo happy and radiant😊😊😊😊😊 love her mature voice...soo clear and perfect😊😊

[@Stpthehate]

Brandi your vocals will never get old♡♡♡

[@msteacup2337]

I love Common for having Brandy on his Tiny Desk! She is amazing

[@sallber]

Brandy is brilliant. Period. And she is so beautiful. Her smile and happiness is just amazing.

[@MsDior666]

PERIODTTTTT!!!!!!!

[@themepodcast7898]

Agreed. She walked in and like a ray of sunlight and joy swept through the whole room!

[@eetudalton4916]

It was from this day ii fell in love with her.. Wish ii could find myself such a partner, someone who understands the joy and beauty of music 😢

[@tonelocrian]

Brandy enters 16:16. 'Optimistic' 16:36. You're welcome. 💛

[@tonelocrian]

This is added to my life's soundtrack now 🙏🏽 peace

[@ericfreman3305]

My mvp

[@paulobraga2753]

Brandy, smile in your voice. Beautiful.

[@MarkBates566]

Just keep coming back to this , Brandy is just magical. She is a light in a dark dark world

[@preciousdube8290]

This is where I found Mumu Fresh and fell inlove .

[@adamjohnson5307]

Brandy’s low register is on point 👌🏾

[@stephaniegordon247]

Brandy is a vocal beast ❤❤❤❤

[@kgopolomenu4313]

Dear Tiny desk...South Africa loves u

[@lindabolongo]

Black kennedy is such an emotional flow. Its a beautiful song

[@erminization]

Best song of all of them. Common can rap!!

[@rodtrin1]

Agreed, the chords are mad smooth. Listened to that one twice.

[@dkbeard3810]

WHAT a groove! The album version doesn't quite capture the essence of this version.

[@winterwarden]

word, and the cat singing the hook is too precious haha

[@anthonyweaver5501]

WE ARE BLACK KENNEDY'S

[@internetathi]

This NPR introduced me to the work of Maimouna Youssef, Samora Pinderhughes and a whole range of other powerful artists related to their music. Man, this was so necessary for the culture.

[@1passagli]

Exactly!

[@emmanuelgordon2641]

Word

[@soystef]

respect

[@BettyAlexandriaPride]

I've discovered sooooo many amazing musicians in addition to my old favorites.

[@erminization]

Why in the world isnt this everywhere?

[@tipsybass7060]

i just love Common, his raps are so intelligent, fierce, and true.

[@ChillBuddies]

I don`t know how often I have watched this in the last 3 years..🙏❤

[@czrfg2]

Is Common a prodigy? He is Brilliant.

[@cyndih8680]

We all are descendants from the true Son of the Most High sis 💕✨

[@shaunmc013]

We all are - it’s in us naturally, we just have utilize it correctly…

[@aminapatterson4562]

Practice... brought tears to my eyes. Perfect composition. Perfect colab. "Sometimes being a woman is like being black twice👏"

[@brandonallen5008]

Amina Patterson That line was cold! I got chills!

[@elmortobeats5919]

@@brandonallen5008 it was more cringy...

[@sensibleetmobileavecfelden7433]

Same...She's so talented, incredible voice and energy, and such intelligent lyrics ! Feels really good to hear real stuff being said by a woman in Hip-Hop.. Long life to her and her music !!!!

[@elmortobeats5919]

@Japan Living I am honored to be compared to the biggest and badest meme emperor ever!

[@fvrs3411]

Victimhood is everything what’s wrong with America. Going into life with that mindset is a setup for failure.

[@voiceofconscious7268]

Finally a full performance where nobody feels like they have to hide behind their shades... just sincerity. Thank you August Greene

[@WorldsNo1MusicVibe]

Ridin' thru the city with the top dwn, we ain't got no ceiling to our thoughts now, it's a beautiful ri-ii-iiide...that hook got me shook! Love my man's rhythm and vocal flow.

[@SRXT09]

yep it's a beautiful wiiiiide

[@GroovyBearTV]

Common got perfect rap voice 💯

[@briana14333]

for real

[@rizednb]

check out his old song ( 6th sense) so dope

[@kenrivers9757]

Perfect speaking voice period...😁😁😁

[@annajazzsinger]

Can't get enough of Optimistic. ..Brandy is just so lovely and transmits so much joy! The freestyle was amazing too. No words.

[@jremy4u]

Me too

[@RyanAllenGoff]

Yep! I just said the same thing. What a blessing to hear that song. I literally am playing it right now for probably the 11th time in a row. The world needs more of it. Band is so talented.. Brandy has always been on her own level. Truly anointed. This is great great music. 💙🕶

[@ImsoKee]

yes!!!!! MAKE THIS ENTIRE PERFORMANCE INTO AN ALBUM

[@jieuneekim]

Look Out! Maimouna rapping is crazy! Love Common clapping at 13:25.

[@246522ba]

Brandy is so gorgeous!! I have watched this like every day at work but forgot to like it!

[@jremy4u]

Gayle Williams me to i was on the greyhound bus when it was filmed in Jackson ms that day coming from Austin Texas

[@lebogangpanyane2576]

Oz my life I was never ready for Maimouna Youssef😱. She has acquired a new fan in me

[@EricG-bv2ui]

same here. I had to pause after Practice to go find out more about her.

[@lebogangpanyane2576]

Eric G it saddened me to find out she's been around for so long in the industry without the exposure she deserves

[@EricG-bv2ui]

I know. I just started following her on IG and DJ Jazzy Jeff posted he told people years ago that Maimouna Youssef was the truth. It sucks that she hasn't gotten the maximum exposure she deserves. Even though we are late I'm happy her tiny desk performance has garnered her new fans. Hope she keeps getting more play. Can't wait to hear more from Vintage Babies album.

[@Nasute]

Yes. The industry struggles to put real talent. She has more talent than most out there. She probably wanted to retain her musical autonomy and not conform to what the industry tends to do to some women.

[@katinawitherspoon2888]

Vintage Babies are amazing ----

[@Ayo.Ajisafe]

Brandy having so much fun. Came out so humble.

[@lisafan6365]

Samora is so underrated as a vocalist...

[@iamjuangeorge]

and he has such beautiful works

[@joshuacleveland2329]

He really made this recording special. The rawness behind his singing really tied it all together…

[@EricG-bv2ui]

I 100% agree with Brandy. Common top 5. 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@shamarr7459]

I feel like Common got the answers to life most difficult questions

[@tonywiggs1139]

This whole thing was an Entire experience....WOW!! Shout out to Common Sense and August Greene....the females absolutely Murdered this whole set!!

[@skuezjunior4313]

Mumu fresh

[@timkerriholloway1256]

My Favorite TINY DESK Ever!!! Rob G., Common, Brandy, etc....WHAT????

[@questmotion]

Brandy needs to be a permanent member of the group imho, she just completes them perfectly ... Kudos to Common for creating this group, his flows are just as good if not better than ever and his lyrics are full of wisdom and positivity, I wish them a long successful career ! !

[@rhapsodicchimera9768]

Agreed!

[@iamlovecollective7223]

What a rush seeing Brandy, wow this one hit me in the peace, love and heart feels...💜

[@eetudalton4916]

Ii just can't get over how beautiful that Brandy song with Common is.. The freestyle finishes me off ❤️😭

[@charliemoon6209]

Yooo Mamouina chick....freaking blew up the spot!!!! The whole body language was just hip hop swag sexylicious.....yea that's how it felt

[@sandrahinton2496]

Love Common and Brandy so talented, Common style is so beautiful and eye candy also .

[@nuriabarrera4248]

Mumu Fresh... didn't expect any of that, goosebumps !!!! 💜

[@gersonvarelalopes5207]

What a freestyle by Common on Optimistic! Wow

[@davidlacaro9559]

KARRIEM RIGGINS!...so underrated!!!

[@Macky20z]

Nothing but good vibes in this concert. Black is beautiful.

[@andrewcrippsvo]

On the 1000th listen of this, i've realised this album is probably one of the best works of art in modern times.

[@andrewcrippsvo]

Tiny Desk is a 10/10 too***

[@alexander61516]

Head to the sky free style .. What, Almost 50? Common still sick.

[@bryanangton2188]

BRANDY needs a solo performance soon here on the Tiny desk. Love Her. I’m such a Common and Robert Glasper fan I enjoyed this

[@levarfairrior7772]

I can't believe that we are waiting for this too happen.

[@sammer421]

Watching Common watch these great woman is the best part. His face is full of wonder and respect when they perform 🙏🙏