Ep.22 - Common - a podcast by The 5th Element Podcast Network/Hip-Hop By The Numbers

The DITD "Retrospective" series continues with Chicago's own Common. On the back of his latest Studio Album "Let Love", Common has long solidified his place in Hip-Hop history. Multiple classics, iconic songs and a model of consistency.

Now, in recent years, he's evolved to become the signature lyricist to *sound* like he's pushing 50. Themes of Love, introspection & life experience has always been in Common's wheelhouse but being an "elder statesman" in Hip-Hop has only made him better, or at least helped keep his high level with no creative slip-ups.

The DITD duo gives their thoughts on his latest album, rank his many projects and take account of how unprecedented Common's career really is.

TIMESTAMPS:
Weekly music Roundup - (2:05)
Topic Intro - (15:35)
Thoughts on "Let Love" - (17:23)
Comments on Common's artistry - (22:45)
Ranking Common's albums - (25:49)
What do you look for in a Common album? - (36:33)
Statistics on Common - (45:18)
Don't forget, Common isn't a pushover - (51:53)
How many "Classic Albums" does Common have? - (54:54)
Final thoughts - (57:55)
Lighter Note - (1:08:00)

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