This Friday the 13th, Common turns 43. For over two decades, Common has been making music for the masses, most recently winning a Golden Globe for Best Original Song for “Glory” from the film Selma. Here are a few of Common’s most memorable tracks over the years:
“I Used To Love H.E.R.” –
“Testify” –
“Love Of My Life (An Ode to Hip-Hop)” ft. Erykah Badu
“Glory” ft. John Legend –
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