Biography
A critically lauded, underground hip-hop artist who eventually found mainstream success with his artistically daring and politically conscious music, Common eventually parlayed his profile into acting. Common began his career as a cult figure in alternative hip-hop in the early 1990s, at a time when commercial rap was dominated by warring gangstas from both coasts. With his literary lyrics focused more on love and spirituality than drugs and …
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Career Milestones
2011 | Voiced the character of Seymour in the animated sequel "Happy Feet Two" |
2010 | Starred as a pro basketball player with a career-threatening injury who catches the eye of his physical therapist (played by Queen Latifah) in the romantic comedy "Just Wright" |
2010 | Co-starred opposite Tina Fey and Steve Carell in the comedy "Date Night" |
2009 | Appeared opposite Christian Bale (as John Connor) in "Terminator Salvation" |
2006 | Feature film debut as a Mob enforcer in the ensemble crime caper "Smokin' Aces," directed by Joe Carnahan |
2001 | Received first Grammy Award nomination for Best Rap Solo Performance for the track "The Light" |
2000 | Released first major label album, the gold-selling "Like Water for Chocolate" |
1992 | Released his first album, the EP titled "Can I Borrow a Dollar?" |