Common On Finding Love, Forgiveness, Relationship Advice From Michelle Obama + His New Book

Fresh off the release of his memoir, Let Love Have The Last Word, Common reveals his addiction to love and goes into more detail about his molestation as a child. The rapper also reveals relationship advice about settling down that he received from former first lady Michelle Obama.
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Common On Finding Love, Forgiveness, Relationship Advice From Michelle Obama + His New Book
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[@anthonybennett2837]

Common is the only rapper in history to have a Oscar, Emmy, Golden Globe & Grammy to his name...... This man is TRULY in a class of his own👌 #WalkingLivingLegend

[@get2danews925]

facts

[@Forsaken860]

If he goes on Broadway, which I can see, he will be the only rapper I know of EGOT status.

[@MJM8715]

Well deserved 👌🏾🤗

[@TheJoshua9965]

Big Facts

[@babybedtimeandsleepysounds2653]

Anthony Bennett Donald Glover is next up

[@StringerBell92]

I love the fact that Charlemagne said I love you too common at the end, we are making strides in the black community 💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿

[@titoboswell2853]

@Djoseph11230 watch yourself, bro. It's always the ones calling somebody gay who be creeping on the low. IJS. Love you, brutha.

[@wordope]

@Djoseph11230 you must be insecure cause your father left.. it's ok to break the cycle fam.. love you bro

[@deshawnbutler7080]

❤

[@ladyschatze9159]

As Black Community we still have a long way to go

[@buyileboti7274]

Love must have really lost its meaning if two guys who hardly know each other profess to acually "love" each other

[@keshashaw7282]

"A breathe of fresh air", a black man opening up and letting go!! Thank you for sharing!!!

[@bmillersince92]

Its alot of black men ready to open up and speak freely. They just dont have a platform. Why dont u go and support a black man u know and just allow him to be candid and get off how he really feels without inserting yourself into the convo, u would be surprised

[@bmillersince92]

@Clockwork it's time!

[@DunDone_IT5252]

@@silvershadow7655 stop being a weirdo! She was speaking her comment to a comment! No one comment is above another NUMNUT! Get over yourself... You reaching for real!!

[@msflygurl3760]

And not using it as an excuse for bad behavior

[@lonniecorantjamanshukarash2859]

Shaw, thanks very much for that comment out there!

[@OMEGAxWARRIOR]

“I met this girl when I was 10 years old, and what I loved most she had so much soul” Common is Hip-Hop

[@MrBrownSugar22]

You misquoted that and thats not common its Kanye West

[@OMEGAxWARRIOR]

Lino Casino Music When Kanye said it on Homecoming he was referencing a song by Common who said it first on ‘I Use To Love H.E.R’ back in 94… Kanye’s Homecoming record came out in 07

[@esw122]

The Weakest Baldwin yup Kanye pretty much used the same concept as Common in Homecoming too by describing Chicago in was that you could describe a woman, like Common describes hip hop. Common Sense classic.

[@buyileboti7274]

OJ's Bloody Glove jus got served lol

[@AD_gotmotion7]

I feel his purity - having more humanity is such attractive to me. I adore this gentleman. I hope he find peace.... 🙏🙏

[@REE872]

He looks peaceful/free. What a beautiful, intelligent courageous man! I respect him, for sharing his story and hope it helps others.

[@melaniehorton7728]

T's a work n progress hello ....I see you a lot on Resa's channel... blessings to you and your family a very happy day also🙏🏾💃🏿🙋🏿🤜🏿🤛🏿💚🌹

[@REE872]

Melanie Horton awww thanks Melanie! Yes. Resa really inspires and uplifts me! Blessings to you and your family as well!🌸🌸🙏🙏🌸🌸

[@tccraig5108]

When he said the way to truly love his daughter is to listen to her. I hope all Fathers heard and received that. Your kids perception of you may be different from what you thought you were to them. Or they may remember things differently..but its THEIR experience and perception of you. It's how THEY feel. Listen. Don't get defensive. Humble yourself and apologize for how you made them feel. THIS renders healing. If you get defensive and dismissive of their pain, you will never have the relationship you really want with them. That goes for mothers too. Love to all

[@moriahaddison]

Taneka Clemons facts !

[@TheHales]

People like Common is much needed in our community. I love Common, Nas, Kendrick, J Cole, Joey Badass, Big Krit, Mos Def, The Roots, Lute, Cozz, Bas, and David Banner are a few artist that have powerful messages in their music.

[@tdavidson31td]

Killer Mike too

[@xphantombearv3839]

I love how most of them are dreamville artist 😂 but I agree I've been a fan of j.cole and dreamville since I heard about em

[@IllMatic97]

Lupè?

[@phraze410]

Talib Kweli

[@francosanchez6926]

J.cole kendrick str8 everyone else u named str8 trash

[@VegasChemistry]

Common is so inspirational. I grew up without my parents, but always listening to Common, Lauryn Hill, and Erykah Badu and Gangstarr. Truly gifted creative legends. 😇

[@THHGURU]

One of the most humble rappers in the game. Randomly met him at LAX in 2014... nothing but respect and he even had a full conversation without even knowing who I was. Real one.

[@WeBeClubbin]

respect

[@ChristGodinyouItrust]

Dope!

[@guaguancos.montunodcubop8923]

TheHipHopGuru ...yea that ain't surprising...he does seem like a really humble cat

[@exf20]

Yeah, he's a real down to earth brother, because he came from the struggle & recognize that. He's one of the few rappers who don't show off his riches.

[@emilystevens6335]

I saw that no hit having Akon at LAX and the creep wouldn't even acknowledge I existed. Deport him.

[@lifeisajourney6036]

To young men out there: this is what a “real” man look like. A role model or someone to pattern yourself after. Someone who’s an advocate for our community and for striving to be a better human each day! Much love and respect Common for always maintaining class and excellence! ✌🏾+💙

[@nakitapalmer656]

Godwins Always Tell'em!!!💪💪

[@deqwantabrown8938]

Preach !!!🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@DavidRichardson95]

His intellect, positivity and all around humbleness is something I aspire to achieve every day.

[@Daconnect5]

David Richardson sometimes he pretends to be too positive sometimes is my only problem with him

[@spokenword2155]

∂avid, there is no such word as humbleness. It's humility, not humbleness

[@DavidRichardson95]

@@spokenword2155 Same shit.

[@blackcomely2537]

👍🏿👏🏿 blessings King!

[@eugenedantzler4485]

This is my favorite rapper of all time!!!!! He's beyond underrated!!! Record sales aren't everything!

[@elizabethd2614]

Eugene Dantzler facts

[@edward-eq5ys]

you ain't lying, too underrated, my favorite all time

[@TheSmartBarbie]

Agreed❤

[@marromorrison]

Good morning my black brothers and sisters. Be safe out there, protect our children, seniors and other vulnerable members of our community AT ALL TIMES. I love y’all, stay woke and stay strong 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾 #BlackLove

[@citylights3452]

Begging for likes and attention from random people on the internet

[@surfingtangents2229]

💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾 #BlackLove 💕

[@REE872]

🙏🙏

[@jaiicee5270]

Why black brothers and sisters and not just brothers and sisters if a white person were to write that we would be being racist

[@_educatedgenius]

one big bro

[@budgetfriendlybabe]

His voice is so soothing that when he speaks I instantly smell incents, scented candles and sage.

[@easymoneyonline7990]

Jennifer McMillian Jidenna’s voice is beautiful too and people say their voices are similar check Out some Jidenna interviews and you’ll see what I mean :)

[@MrGrace]

Notice how the guest makes people in the comments be nice or mean to each other 💪🏾💪🏿💪🏾💪🏿💪🏾 much love yall

[@hermusicsoundsgood]

Jontae Grace yeah your right vibration transfers... that's power and cerebral influence

[@toofar2real]

The energy is unseen but very real

[@elleceleste7104]

Jontae Grace 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@dfin9246]

Powerful. I will never get tired of saying thanks to breakfast club for using their platform to have messengers like Common access their audience.

[@ivorydogan730]

Believe it or not, but there are soo many men that were molested as kids....more than you'll believe, ESPECIALLY inner city men. Kudos to common for being the voice of men around the world who dont have the courage to speak out💯🙏🏾❤

[@cousinblvck]

Yup

[@makeHimknown3]

Not just inner city men but all men

[@ivorydogan730]

@@makeHimknown3 I was referring to all men. "ESPECIALLY inner city men"

[@peachlife5118]

Truly so much respect for him and any man that speaks out. It helps lessen the shame other victims experience knowing there are other (and such successful) men out there who dealt with it.

[@argue.with.yourself]

So true! I feel like the negativity against gay men leads to this too.

[@Tarotdefrida]

Nothing more attractive than a man expressing themselves emotionally. Chicago baby! #chitown

[@lonniecorantjamanshukarash2859]

Frida, yeah that is true.

[@lonniecorantjamanshukarash2859]

El thanks

[@lawestphilly]

i love this man very intelligent , articulate , and always been dope on a spiritual level 🙌🏾

[@tamora.monique]

Common is the realist!

[@ebonyepps6732]

He's everything you said and seems very humble, down to earth and FINE!!!!!!!!!!!

[@belladonna5904]

He's not articulate at all, but love his wisdom

[@Insertwittypunchlinehere]

Belladonna Right, definitely not articulate but all other sentiments apply.

[@nicolereese3374]

Such a solid dude!!

[@MrLittlec7]

Finally, a mature rapper being interviewed. Some grown man ish!!!

[@freesparks1931]

“I USED TO LOVE HER” - that song had a lasting impact on me and how I respect the culture! TIMELESS!!!!

[@vangoghmatisse1]

Common is so brave, honest talented, and handsome!

[@lonniecorantjamanshukarash2859]

Thanks

[@theprophet77]

Charlemagne cleaned up those sex dolls on the shelf. He knew Common wasnt playing that lol 😂😂

[@shondarenee3186]

The dolls been cleaned up a few days now.

[@shentelj.5911]

😂😂😂

[@Keyshaw30]

I wonder if everyone saw them too!

[@freetheworld2671]

Saw that doll in an interview with Jhene Aiko, he had a girl then; now he's full blown carnival mix!

[@deronreed2945]

lol

[@LATASHASPEAKS]

Common is so humble, down to earth and handsome as ever.. Valuable bachelor

[@kingpinstatus916]

Common = REAL STRONG BLACK MAN!!!! PEACE KING!!!!

[@dellinkedup5479]

Kingpin Status fact

[@realiztik6670]

Naw....king in training

[@NaNA68424]

He was sooo transparent and vulnerable in this interview and I really love it. God Bless Him!

[@mysticIvy324]

This is how real men express love. Nothing toxic about about his masculinity, I wish all black men were like this 😍👍💪

[@IllMatic97]

This comment makes no logical sense

[@Kikigreentea]

His brand of masculinity is the manliest kind to me. Nothing more masculine than a protecting and love for family/community mindset.

[@jasminepearls1047]

@Kevin Skipper Harvest for the world lol. Black men need to learn how to deal with their demons instead of projecting on women

[@Damngoodchicken_]

Sarissa Vaughn the most effeminate men view women as their enemies. Like jealous catty broads. Masculinity is kind, protective and representation

[@Kikigreentea]

@Kevin Skipper I didn't say talking about love of community, I said actual love for it, which common has proven with action. And I said manliest, not only.

[@shotteebwoi1O2]

This interview really brought tears to my eyes. Common speaking about some deep stuff that us as Black people really need to hear! This had me looking into myself and the struggles in my life and how I deal with them. Had me tearing up at work man. We all need some healing in our lives! Thank you, Common and the Breakfast Club! For real! 🙏🏿

[@sellac.1569]

Wishing you well on your healing journey; you're not alone❣️

[@shotteebwoi1O2]

Thank you, @@sellac.1569! 🙏🏿

[@sellac.1569]

@@shotteebwoi1O2 you're welcome, stay Blessed😇

[@emviouss4407]

Real talk, I’m in a reflective state after watching that interview, very humbling 🙏🏽

[@verethepoet4106]

PEACE & ENDLESS BLESSINGS KING!!! ASE! LOVE Is LOVE BROTHER!!

[@Peace1Love]

Common album “Be” is in my top 5 all time. Seems like a great brother. God bless

[@truckerdon4789]

Be and finding forever is my favorite common albums

[@chrisn2661]

Brudda Mane factsssss that album was legendary

[@johndelaney1787]

His catalogue is real dope! I started with "BE" but then went back to resurrection and can i borrow a dollar and like water for chocolate. ALL GOOD ALBUMS! BUT "BE" FOR SURE IS DEFINITELY A CLASSSSIICCC

[@justzach832]

That's my favorite album of all time

[@jayyong5372]

Walk around in my mind it occurred what if god was a her

[@brigittemed9372]

I love that Charlamagne said at the end, i love you brother!! That's the way we should treat each other!

[@bessbarnes6062]

He always asks such great questions

[@shainaj1391]

Briet Medus very much so

[@itsrheachelle]

I replayed that alot lol

[@temimine_]

Love

[@temimine_]

🌹

[@TurboSnail86]

Good to see some positivity

[@yoshikitakaya7871]

Thanks and same to you 👍💯

[@lynngk8853]

thanks u too

[@_educatedgenius]

shooting the same energy back to you

[@GiftedCJohnson1]

Common has always emitted a God like Frequency that truly pushes the mold. Living Legend indeed.

[@allthingsfabulous9249]

GiftedCJohnson1 god like? Sad people see humans as god like. You and many others need better role models to look up2.. well I guess it starts with common

[@GiftedCJohnson1]

AllThingsFabulous apparently you don't know the origins of the concept of what a God is, so I'm going to spare you a history lesson. Keep in mind that I'm my own role model but I respect greatness when I see it, so I'm not going to give into that troll frequency that you're emitting. Raise your consciousness before you comment next time.

[@verethepoet4106]

GiftedCJohnson1 Exactly!! They Clearly Don't Even Know The Meaning Behind The Subtle Greek word Of GOD!! PEACE & BLESSINGS!!

[@GiftedCJohnson1]

Vere The Poet Much respect , continue to master your creative mind and let the words that you write poetically resonate brilliance.

[@SmithGrindEnt]

Possibly the coolest, most genuine and humble artist Hip Hop has to offer. Love this dude

[@kingsteveyblack]

My wife literally went in the room, locked the door and watched this. She said she needed to spend time with Common😒😒😒

[@Kalayah444]

😆

[@tadasmom1]

☺

[@ldrdatribeoflife5072]

💀💀💀

[@GoogleAccount00]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@hermusicsoundsgood]

Steven Henderson wow you need to watch your wife then that was silly of her to say shit y'all should have watched this together

[@MicheleAleczandria]

I love how Common speaks🖤 everything just sounds so deep, even if it's not. Lol.

[@bigswift1003]

ig@bigswift100

[@lawestphilly]

are u from philly ? i think i know u

[@tahtz20]

I can talk to him allllll day

[@MicheleAleczandria]

philly nope.

[@reddwarrior2249]

Melanin Michele He’s mine;but we could share him on the spiritual tip 😝

[@bobbylewisjr5250]

There's alot of brothas just like Common but they're unappreciated and despised...period.

[@12krinson]

Common IS one of the greatest hearts out of Chicago

[@biggiefan4eva839]

"The light" is my all time favorite.

[@sparkingtingfuckyougoogle9436]

Me too. Shout out to Common and big Dilla.

[@tyrushbk]

And Be

[@draesynesofficial]

I never you knew a luh luh luh a love like this

[@tywilliams3891]

This man here...from physical to mental 😍. Enjoyed watching his growth.

[@jerroncrowder6261]

I’ve been watching breakfast club for a long time. Years. I’ve done seen all the intellectuals on here. But this interview is the greatest one. I’m from Chicago and common always been like this. My Piscean brother. Love

[@naturalQueeP]

Common is doing great work on the Westside and Southside of Chicago with his Common Ground Foundation.

[@AyeshaGo]

Dope can't even describe how amazing this interview is. Even the dolls in the back were behaving themselves.

[@domariosandersonsr.7643]

Ayesha Go. Lol word sis

[@ROCBOYZGURLZ]

😂😂😂

[@CoreHibb]

Word 😂😂😂😂✊🏿

[@user-xt9eu1sw2w]

Ayesha Go. Have you listened to “it’s your world” by common?

[@ebonycummings8162]

Fellas please have these conversations with your sons too!!

[@jimmywilson5417]

Ebony Cummings same as mothers with their daughter and mothers have to stop letting strange men around their kids

[@shirleybarnes2902]

@@jimmywilson5417 I agree 💯 with you, I Always tell my sons and daughters not to be so quick to bring different people around your children. But of course they say that I'm too old fashioned.

[@kneeapolytan]

@@jimmywilson5417 And women. A lot of men have been messed with by some babysitter or cousin. It's disgusting and it ruins people's childhoods.

[@Artliker1234]

STOP LETTING STRANGERS AROUND THEIR KIDS

[@MECEY3284]

Black excellence at its finest people 👏🏾🙌🏾✊🏿!!!!

[@jgj5369]

Common is a LEGEND.

[@jimmywilson5417]

JG J um legend

[@50plusbillionaire99]

throw a beat on behind him talking, boom a common song.. 😂

[@highdefiniton]

🤣

[@stanleyb2320]

Specifically a J Dilla beat

[@Ockquill]

50Plus Smov 😂😂😂😂😂

[@theaccount925]

This killed me, lmao

[@maryforbes1854]

50Plus Smov it works for him. His voice is calming af. He sounds so poetic and lovely😊

[@jusDenyse]

Forgiveness is soooooooooo hard for me. Especially in my younger years. But here lately God has been showing me so much and placing situation in my face that, kind of, places forgiveness right in my face. Its still a struggle. But I cannot wait to get to this point. Forgiveness with the fulfilling power of peace and healing.

[@haveaniceday1692]

Forgiveness is everything. Especially when unforgiveness hinders our prayers to God and we want forgiveness from Him.If it werent for God, i wouldnt be able to forgive.God is good and its a great feeling to release unforgiveness and offenses to God and let it go on the daily. ❤

[@jusDenyse]

@@haveaniceday1692 Amen! And I couldnt agree with you more. It just has been a challenge for me in the past. I think more so because of pride I use to hold on to. But as I have gotten older I honestly know how to set pride aside more now. Im getting there. It is a process. It definitely sounds like you have it down though, and I hope to be there one day. I know I will.

[@keyh.7135]

jusDenyse its a struggle, but you’ll get there. Keep your head up queen. 💯

[@R-Will]

@@jusDenyse You'll get there. It'll be your place of peace and salvation.

[@sharonhicks-jones5471]

*Sis, your words made me cry!!! BLESSINGS 🙏 Striving daily to get to the same place*

[@dr.dionpeoples]

...more Common, less Kodak Black please.

[@buddyboy666__]

Those are black issues

[@classicaffirmation3324]

Totally agree! Let's inspire others to do the right thing.

[@elleceleste7104]

Dr. Dion Peoples 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@jerryanthony1814]

More Common,no Kodak Asscrack👍🏾

[@iunderstanphotography2780]

sadly we gotta address the people with issues as well, or they won't get any better

[@justinmitchell8343]

Common is a smart and strong black man. Who is a real one for opening up about being molested when he as a kid. He's an inspiration to many.

[@greylove2064]

It's really spiritual how some people rise from molestation. How they are able to forgive and love and trust another person even after trauma its God in them. I think. I still don't understand why people have to go through certain things in their paths. Awful things.

[@amaragon323]

Strong man, your voice will be the comfort to a lot of people, sending love......

[@lonniecorantjamanshukarash2859]

Thanks, Adrea

[@TheNiggaReview]

Common is one of the greatest MCs of all time and such a genuine person. This is the type of brotha we gotta show love to and support 👌🏾

[@bigswift1003]

Agree💯💪

[@Nappy2theRoot]

Definitely!

[@2308521]

I want a Nas Common collaboration album. Has nothing to do with the interview but I'm putting it out there.

[@Alan-ug7nl]

That'd be EPIC!

[@aceone8494]

They were supposed to a few years back. Nas.com

[@MrLittlec7]

I am still waiting for Q-Tip and Common to collaborate. The Standard...when brother!?

[@brianwilliam5034]

Mosdef de la soul black thought jay electronica

[@lgomes7235]

Produced by Dilla, Hi Tek, Just Blaze and Premier. One can only Dream.

[@shawnjefferson1323]

Commons music got me through a lot of shit. Peace Black King 💯

[@user-tk7rl6hw6c]

Shawn Jefferson mine too

[@jujununya9182]

Everything about Common makes me melt. His voice, caramel skin, bald head, goatee, his way with words, his wisdom, music, acting skills, supple lips... I can go on and on 😍😍😍

[@running2themoney]

Everybody let’s spread LOVE, Let’s LOVE OURSELF, LOVE OUR KIDS, LOVE OUR NEIGHBORS, GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD HE GAVE HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON 🎱..Thanks Common

[@millionaire99i]

If you're reading this right now, you will be powerful and amass an abundance of success.

[@delainechicago2321]

If you actually meet him ,,he will hold a real conversation with you,,and shake your hand and say LOVE BRO ,,

[@realestjokeinthedumpster5172]

Yeah i know he's a cool brother

[@Msheepz]

Love this...these African American men are showing the importance of growth. Love it.

[@porshalove3702]

Hope everyone has a amazing day stay positive don't let anyone steal your joy

[@a.d.nelson7567]

Asè🙏🙏

[@lorettabyrd1492]

Thank you💗

[@EmpressNic]

I admire Common's intelligence, his Spirit. May he continue to be the role model needed in society in this era today.

[@ashleyreid4892]

Oscar. Golden Globe. Emmy. Grammy. Common is so slept on in so many ways.

[@randomdude4822]

He's not slept on. That implies he doesn't have clout, which he doesn't want. He isn't slept on because he has all those awards and he has the money. So the only thing missing is unnecessary media attention, which is a good thing. To be successful doesn't mean to be in the media spotlight 24/7

[@vmwareannaiseannaise1195]

Common has slept on some really top shelf black women, so If he’s woke he just woke up.

[@montgomerycamjr]

JAY, hopefully, if Ashley is blessed to get older, her level of emotional development will allow her to know what WE know. She still thinks one MUST have Kardashian fame to be deemed esteemed. But she'll learn. Hopefully.

[@ashleyreid4892]

@@montgomerycamjr... Make sense please? Clearly I'm well aware of what was said. Words have several meanings. That's why people often say communication is better, "said than read." I meant by the average Joe. I respect people who are low key, and have been doing things in many different ways to give their own people a platform. Someone who is also giving back to their communities. I know what Common has done. I love his films. His music. His work. I also underSTOOD the type of person he is. I merely said that, once again for people who don't really know of him or what he has accomplished. AND PLEASE DON'T JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER. When I get older? How condescending of you. Everyone thinks my mom is my sister. Even black people. I could older than you. So miss me with it?

[@domariosandersonsr.7643]

Ashley Reid An AMAZING lyricist too. “Like Water For Chocolate” “Be” and soooo many more

[@Murmurrr]

Bro, does common age?!?

[@kreativeReyJ]

I'm saying!

[@74yl0r4]

no my husband does not

[@kreativeReyJ]

@@74yl0r4 have you seen Michael Ealy😌😥

[@74yl0r4]

Kreativerayy he bae 2

[@TheSunshineplace10]

Nope

[@gunzinne]

Common should come back with an interactive music video like MC SMOOK - MY NAME IS

[@supernecessary2961]

Ice cube ended his career

[@get2danews925]

how?

[@arnellpharr5122]

Somebody appreciates him! He has an Emmy, a Grammy AND an Oscar! His music may not be played all over the radio all day, but he's bigger than that.

[@rico8673]

Nah he gets the proper respect as a lyricist in the culture... everybody respects him on that level.

[@TheBsheep]

Naw ..(AZ, King Crooked, Pharaoh Monch, Black Thought, etc. ) but he is very unappreciated though.......And I know it's your opinion.

[@leftylion816]

I met Brother Common in 2016 as he arrived at Washington-Dulles Airport, where I worked at the time. As a huge fan of his work/music/art I had to meet the man. Comm was very approachable, humble and kind. Took a picture with me too. Dude is super cool and what you see is genuinely what you get. Just like Presidnet Obama and Michelle. Looking forward to his memoir 💪😎💯💯💯

[@ChawanneBurns]

all the 40 year old women crushing on Common

[@CandieP]

And us 30 year olds too lol.

[@ChawanneBurns]

lmbo

[@kenishajohnson9986]

Yes hunny lol

[@ChawanneBurns]

@@kenishajohnson9986 lmbo

[@ChawanneBurns]

@stryfetc1 too funny

[@URBCLIPZ]

I love his swag. He speaks with love. You can see it all in his spirit. Great interview!

[@vinx551]

Why when he talks it seems as if he's rapping with no beat. Longtime fan this is the type of energy TBC needs to put out.

[@MrGrace]

Like he was born to rhyme lol

[@bajangirlTX]

Vinney T 😂

[@atlpeach6852]

Voice so melodic. Common is a vibe.

[@sharonhicks-jones5471]

A mood

[@TheMrsHightower]

Because he is poet. Organically.

[@emilystevens6335]

So many of our heterosexual young men been misunderstood. Common is going to help a lot of men. Loving him so much.

[@bleunoble6913]

Shout out to Common spreading positivity and love. Got me feeling very inspired this morning. Here's to everyone reaching your goals and achieving your dreams. One Love

[@donmitch4390]

I was wondering why he sounded so nervous in the beginning of the interview. It takes real strength the tell his story, especially as a man in the culture we live in. Forever a legend in the game but its amazing to know this great artist is also a great man!

[@Whtqh]

Fw this Interview Heavy!!! We need more Dudes like Common..especially in the black community. Love how He Cherishes being open and communicating and speaking on difficult things many are afraid of💯

[@esotericgreene]

Can we get a MOS DEF AKA YASSIN BEY INTERVIEW NOW?

[@servHis221]

esotericgreene Nope. His personality would clash with Charlemagne...

[@daeveionwilliams4825]

Kairos Kevin I wonder what makes you think that? 🤔

[@servHis221]

Daeveion Williams Yasiin is mad sensitive to stupid questions...Charlemagne likes to test all the guests with at least one controversial or foolish question...

[@richroller7099]

Goodmorning blacc kings And Queens Have a positive day And don’t let negativity deter you from your goals 💯#Godbody

[@troubleman_2384]

You to brother ✊🏿

[@DrunellBarberII]

Good morning, my brother. I hope you have an amazing, productive day. Much love.

[@lilreeseakathechiraqgrimre1995]

black people r not kings and queens stfu soft ass

[@real-ishstraighttruthnocha1687]

Much love!

[@yudahel8521]

Love you King

[@TheAMW]

Love Common he seems like a real genuine, humble and peaceful soul.

[@knowonose9746]

Be and For Water for Chocolate will always be classics. Com will always be a legend.

[@TheHales]

Knowonose Be probably my favorite because that first track is 🔥

[@knowonose9746]

@@TheHales Be is one of my favorite albums when GOOD music barely started and being entirely produced by an 05' Late Registration Kanye. I can play this album and not skip a track.

[@TheHales]

Knowonose I totally agree this man is intelligent him Nas and a few more artist I jam in rotation. I miss black musicians like this.

[@knowonose9746]

@@TheHales Early 2000's had some good conscious albums. The Listening by Little Brother stays in rotation haha

[@eddiemoorer2367]

Can't forget One Day It'll All Make Sense either!

[@Colormetat]

Yo, his whole vibe is beautiful ❤️

[@lonniecorantjamanshukarash2859]

Tat, that is sweet of uou, thanks I appreciate that.

[@chocolateserenity]

I love Common and his philosophy! Such a deep brotha! Sending peace and love to anyone who reads this! ❤️❤️❤️

[@carribeanqueenfitts7277]

💛💚💛

[@fairplayterrific147]

"Love Is" Is One Of My Favorite Songs Ever! By Common.... R.I.P J.Dilla......

[@markfrancis8217]

Let us start the day forgiving ourselves and forgiving others . To all my sisters and brothers , rise above the burdens of hatred and actions which leads to self destruction. Please have a blessed 🙏 day and week.

[@cruc1446]

mark francis 👍🏾

[@R-Will]

When he talks about addiction to love, that is something I can relate to deeply. Even as a little boy in the 1st and 2nd grade I would write love letters not ever knowing who actually taught me to do that. I would obsess over girls, one at a time, thinking that I was in love and this is as a young boy. It's really deeper but I won't really explain. I was born a lover boy, like I was always searching for something.

[@melanatedwanderlust4057]

R. Will wow, i can definitely relate to what you are saying. I think I’m struggling with this now

[@R-Will]

@@melanatedwanderlust4057 I don't know what triggers it. It's like as soon as I think I really like a girl/woman then comes an obsession to love and be a great guy for her. But to a degree, with wisdom, I've learned that this "love" is actually unhealthy. It can cloud my mind and judgment for long periods of time. I've realized that you have to learn to search within and go back "home" to the place where this love began. Find out what is missing and come to terms with it.

[@melanatedwanderlust4057]

Yes, I’m definitely trying to find the root. I’m think it has something to do with my parents. I don’t know.

[@R-Will]

@@melanatedwanderlust4057 It does. A parent that didn't know how to love couldn't give it to you or teach you how to.

[@kencruz3394]

This comment out of all the rest stood out to me brother because I myself am 23 and have struggled with this my entire life since I started messing around with girls at like 11 or 12. I saw my mother go through the most essential years of my life, specifically when my father was out of the picture, and she took a back seat to parenting. Meanwhile, i was so interested in being every woman’s savior and laying the world (or what 13 year old me thought the world was) at their feet. It developed into me cheating constantly and even destroyed the relationship I had with my firstborn child’s mother. Come full circle I found myself engulfed in the idea of love again, even after I swore up and down I “learned learned learned” the hard way, and it’s taken me longer than a decade to come face to face with this. Thank you brother this has helped me on my journey, love.

[@saucepope4649]

Who else noticed they straighten up the dolls in the back for Common 😂😂😂😂😂

[@reallycoolintrovert]

And for Killer Mike. Possibly for Bun B as well.

[@aliciajiffy8222]

He probably wasn't having it.

[@yudahel8521]

Might make common ass relapse

[@kendranicole7157]

I thought Their interview with Jennifer Lewis was the best. And it is one of the best.. This is the BEST INTERVIEW EVER!!! I salute you COMMON. .. blessings to you and your family❤️

[@bobbibobbi3001]

Me too. She dropped jewels.

[@taureanlady4581]

Magnificent Black Man He is not sloppy in any way.

[@rosemartin9486]

He a brave young man young people's can look up to him Kudos to him lol love it.

[@blake9403]

I wish Common, Mos Def & Talib Kweli would do an album together.

[@lorrainelollio9071]

Common is such an Inspiration to Everyone. More power to him ❣️. My new signature henceforth #LetLoveHaveTheLastWord. Can't wait to read his book 🇰🇪.

[@lakers14ever18]

I can relate to Common. IMO he’s still single because his childhood trauma has a huge effect on relationships commitment. Think about all those amazing women he’s dated and NOBODY locked him down in marriage?!? He’s still dealing. I’m still dealing so I get it! I have everything in life good job, home owner etc but still single! You carry that trauma for the rest of your life!🤷🏾‍♂️

[@KtotheB1218]

Lakers14ever preach!!

[@specialvlogs5823]

Lakers14ever yes and you also find it hard to really trust.

[@dsg3053]

This was real.

[@FAMIZ26]

Common always been cool and respectful, nice mc, great low-key actor and cares for his people

[@PINKBATS123]

LOVE.....I HAVE ALWAYS LIKED COMMON...SMART, KIND, AND WISE...I AM PROUD OF MY BROTHER.

[@fanchonkelley492]

Common is so well verse! This whole interview was GREAT! Thanks for representing Chicago well!

[@highdefiniton]

#verseD

[@stinab2007]

More interviews like this are needed

[@leonarddeanjr.1406]

Kudos for the breakfast club. They are really putting it down.👏🏾👏🏾envy have a special insight. All 3 of them are doing it and doing it well.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👍🏾👍🏾😍😍

[@juliestarks1279]

This is my hearts’ desire is for everyone to heal, hopefully this will spread contagiously. I’ve already started with myself and then with my daughters. It’s hard tho when the father is not present in the lives of their children. Women stay strong in raising these children. They are our future. It would be dope to see my children and for all the generations to come healed and in healthy relationships with self first, then w/ everyone else.

[@Rocioslane]

Envy, gotta have those conversations with your sons too

[@christian_person5058]

Rossygrossy I agree! It’s not just daughters! Common just said he was molested. Our son’s need to have the those talks too!

[@lonniecorantjamanshukarash2859]

Rossy can we talk out here? [e-mail]

[@mptaki]

Common is so down to earth, absolutely love him! Happened to see him shopping when I was driving. He was soo nice, waved hello to us.

[@jacquelinekeys3376]

That’s what you call a REAL MAN

[@vmwareannaiseannaise1195]

he needs one more ingredient in my opinion, a black woman that he can commit to long term.

[@kelleyb]

I live in Chicago. I am also a Chicago Public School Teacher. This is my first year teaching and it has been the most difficult job ever, but those kids... my kids are so worth it. Great Interview!

[@DJDivaDee]

Love really combats everything ❤️ Love is the only way forward in this world. Without love, there are detrimental effects on all of us. I learned this, loving myself despite being hated for my skin tone, disrespected by black men along with the rest of the world hating my existence.

[@imyanigmw]

Been bangin with homey since Can I Borrow a Dollar and Resurrection. Official brutha right here 💯

[@Naeem_El]

Really great interview always enjoy his interviews.

[@jaybadz6002]

Envy is asking Common those questions on forgiveness, trying to learn to let go of his beige rage.