Video: Common Was Inspired By A Prostitute
Lonnie says he wrote “It’s Your World” off 2005′s Be after having a conversation with a call-girl. He also discusses writing “Come Close,” his collaboration with Mary J. Blige from Electric Circus – as well as his songwriting process as a whole. Props to VIBE
Previously: Nas & Common on Violent Rap Lyrics (Video)
February 3rd, 2010 at 6:49 pm
I just listened to Max B for the first time. SMH
February 3rd, 2010 at 6:52 pm
Ay nation, I think it’s just here but I was unable to watch this and the Scott Storch / The Roots clip from the embed video. Had to go to the Vibe website on both occasions. It’s workin’ fine for me there.
February 3rd, 2010 at 6:52 pm
I just listened to Max B for the first time. SMH
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My condolences.
February 3rd, 2010 at 7:03 pm
great title for a post. havent watched the video yet. but i think only common would be inspired to write a song from a prostitute. man i wish i was a rapper, these dudes common, nas, and rae are too cool.
February 4th, 2010 at 12:48 am
there isn’t a god given day that has passed that i haven’t listened to that song.
everything about that record is a classic.
the story.
the beat.
the flows.
and the hook (by bilal)
the kids at the end…
pops rap
man.
great song.
February 8th, 2010 at 6:14 pm
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