Common At The White House: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert
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October 4, 2016 by BOB BOILEN • We've never done a Tiny Desk Concert that wasn't behind my desk at NPR. But when the White House called and said they were putting on an event called South by South Lawn, a day-long festival filled with innovators and creators from the worlds of technology and art, including music, we jumped at the chance to get involved. We chose Common as the performer and the White House library as the space.
This Tiny Desk Concert was a convergence of art and soul, mixing politics with heart. Common's choice of songs dealt with incarceration as the new slavery, imagined a time where women rule the world and honored the man he looked up to all his life, his father. For this occasion Common put together a special six-piece band of close friends that includes the great Robert Glasper, with his eloquent and delicate touch, on keyboards and Derrick Hodge, whose music spans from hip-hop to folk and has made a big imprint on the world of jazz, on bass. Common also asked his longtime friend and collaborator Bilal to sing on two songs. The performance includes three brand new songs, along with one classic, "I Used To Love H.E.R."
Common was born on Chicago's South Side and grew up in President Obama's city. His rap career began in the early 1990s, back when he was known as Common Sense, and he's always taken on big ideas without easy answers in his songs, from abortion to social justice to the legacy of hip-hop itself. 25 years later, morality and responsibility continue to play significant roles in his songs. In 2015, he won an Academy Award alongside the singer John Legend for their song "Glory" from the movie Selma.
Common told us that he'd been invited to the White House many times before, including by Michelle Obama for a poetry reading back in 2011, but he was thrilled by the prospect of performing his music during Barack Obama's final months as president. One look at this Tiny Desk Concert and you'll see that thrill on his face and hear it throughout this magnificent performance on this very special day.
Common will release his 11th studio album, Black America Again, in November.
Set List:
"I Used To Love H.E.R."
"Letter To The Free"
"The Day The Women Took Over"
"Little Chicago Boy"
Credits:
Producers: Bob Boilen, Abby O'Neill, Niki Walker; Directors: Mito Habe-Evans, Niki Walker; Audio Engineers: Josh Rogosin, Kevin Wait; Videographers: Niki Walker, Mito Habe-Evans, Nick Michael, Cameron Robert, Nikki Boliaux; Animator: CJ Riculan; Supervising Producer: Jessica Goldstein; Executive Producer: Anya Grundmann; Photo: Becky Harlan/NPR.
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@jonah6212
11 ай бұрын
What does any of that have to do with the performance in this video? I'm not surprised it's come to this. Eyes open, people.
@J4dmTech1
9 ай бұрын
Nice
@TheHollywoodoof
5 ай бұрын
Yes and don't 4get lyricist....I've been in this mans company per my homie that's best friends with him since birth and it's been an illustrious experience.....
@robertbritt3129
4 ай бұрын
Woke trash being promoted
@leescruggs4476
22 күн бұрын
@@jonah6212 it's what she's feeling...while we are on an artist that all about that--and it's true. Chill out bro.
Vocals - Common Vocals - Bilal Oliver Piano - Robert Glasper Flute - Elena Pinderhughes Trumpet - Keyon Harrold Bass - Derrick Hodge Drums - Karriem Riggins
@benouaafrika6609
6 жыл бұрын
Anyone can name some more Hip Hop music gods like those guys Vizion Heiry mentioned in her comment?
@victoriaappiagei1482
6 жыл бұрын
Dope music awesome Cool good Listen wow powerful best ever real hip-hop history rap powerful mc best ever poetry performance Humble music best ever really poet girl dad poet power
@mikemarvel139
6 жыл бұрын
Vizion Heiry Thank you👑
@LXVCC
3 жыл бұрын
I know why you put this here.... You smart.... I appreciate you.
@LilBAR2010
3 жыл бұрын
Spirit - James Yancey
I don't care what anyone says, Common is one of the best writers hip-hop has ever seen.
@kgarudimogane9015
4 жыл бұрын
Add lupe to the mix then you get ur bible
@Beckynator95
4 жыл бұрын
I was literally listening to one song and said the same thing he pioneered some real ish. not just rapping.
@trmwbk
4 жыл бұрын
@@Beckynator95 he really is a living legend!
@tcoates5335
4 жыл бұрын
I agree with you 100% I've been following Common since the release of his album Like Water for Chocolate back in 2000. I had just moved to Chicago & all I remember is hearing this dope, but different type of rap style I'd never heard before paired with this funky jazz music😃 I had completely forgotten about why I went back there & become focused on figuring out who knew where that music was coming from so I could get a copy of it for myself after work!!😁
@wehavethemegapixels
3 жыл бұрын
I’d go further and say he’s one of the best role models and leaders hip hop has ever seen
My 15 year old son listens to this performance every morning. He says it empowers him. I appreciate rappers like Common that brings more uplifting songs to us. Even the youth. 💕
@leonardop1943
Жыл бұрын
You have a great son, much love and peace to your family!
After commenting on how he wants an Emmy, he wins one for a song he performed here. Speak it into existence
@stacypatrice
4 жыл бұрын
a Tony Award away from EGOT
jazz and rap are best combination ever
@rodrigoodonsalcedocisneros4419
3 жыл бұрын
Both are 100% black music.
@ah00dii85
3 жыл бұрын
That’s why a tribe called quest used it 😏
@G17x
3 жыл бұрын
Facts💯💯💯
@G17x
3 жыл бұрын
@@ah00dii85 Ya knows it💯😂💪
@G17x
3 жыл бұрын
@Arthur Crouzet TELL 'EM💯🔥
I love how Bilal sings so effortlessly holding that face with no expression .
@omifunkemccloud3362
2 жыл бұрын
Facts...he's so smooth with it
@averymcdaniel423
2 жыл бұрын
Classicly Trained
@craigo7768
Ай бұрын
The goat
The Flutist is Elena Pinderhughes, You're welcome.
@mosiarmstrong
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, she's a baddie. Plays a decent flute too :D:D
@justcliff3261
3 жыл бұрын
thank you my friend
@TheTheorder
3 жыл бұрын
Lupe had her on his song Cripple, beautiful song, and she's an incredible artist
@kylerice4314
3 жыл бұрын
GOAT
@mercyfaith6496
3 жыл бұрын
She's a dime
This hit hard when it came out. Today it hit me harder
Don't just call Common Old School, we need this type of love in the New School.
@wccrispy
7 жыл бұрын
It's right here though. People just aren't into it. Personally, I have to be in the mood for this stuff to really listen to it.
@henokisnumba1
7 жыл бұрын
dude this has been out for less than a week so calm down. Common is all skool as KRS one would say.
@2oohonest
7 жыл бұрын
it exist. just do research
@henokisnumba1
7 жыл бұрын
Eccentric_Kiddo people are already gravitating towards this because common is real. big thanks to npr we can actually listen to this.
@miguelgarcao4034
7 жыл бұрын
wHERE MY FRIEND? SAVE US SOME TIME AND GIVE US SOME NAMES
That flutist was crafted by Gods gracious hands
@eliasandersson3299
7 жыл бұрын
ohhhhhhhhhhhhh damn
@billyfrancisuk
7 жыл бұрын
agreed
@pjwettel33
7 жыл бұрын
Elena Pinderhughes
@phobosmojo5616
7 жыл бұрын
legit was about to say some corny shit like that too
@MaybeDave
7 жыл бұрын
Nope. She was crafted by hours of practice.
As a black man, little Chicago boy touched my soul. Thank you for the beautiful words, Common. Thank you for sharing
@thomaskneelandpoetry
5 ай бұрын
AGREED!!! My first poem got published in 2020 and was heavily inspired by Little Chicago Boy
3:40 Common got the Emmy the next year! Speak that dream into the atmosphere. Like if you believe
@williamtinajero3712
4 жыл бұрын
Ibidun Adeleke wow that is amazing
@Biviens
Жыл бұрын
For the song “Letter To The Free” which he performed right after. Something about that!
@marthemendo1643
Жыл бұрын
That's right he did!!!!
Robert Glasper, If my eyes were closed I'd've known you were on those keys. Blessings to all y'all! Thank you Tiny Desk. #longtimefan #musicmagic
0:39 I used to love H.E.R. 5:21 Letter to the free 11:10 The Day The Women Took Over 16:10 A little Chicago boy
@Kunta_prod
7 жыл бұрын
Arne Elias thank you
@Jpgoeagles
7 жыл бұрын
they were also playing thelonious at 20:30
@philipkelly3697
7 жыл бұрын
nice catch
@karensorenson9639
7 жыл бұрын
I love this music and the purpose he's laying down.
@EmersonJ_
7 жыл бұрын
far and away the best I Used To Love H.E.R. I've ever heard
the vibe that jazz rap, or what ever you wanna call it, is unmatched.
@chenron5863
2 жыл бұрын
Truth...
I love Common's Dad and the wisdom he shared over the years. I always look forward to his songs on his albums. Rest In Peace Pops.
@chrisross8407
5 жыл бұрын
😞😢
@jamess.3013
5 жыл бұрын
Same 🙌🏾
@lonniecorantjamanshukarash2859
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Olivia Sanders
@mostertrucks
5 ай бұрын
See you next lifetime!
In the early 2000s this was called conscious hip hop, you had Common, Talib Kweli and Mos Def. Commons flow and delivery remains as strong as it did back then
@jonathanparks406
4 жыл бұрын
So true!
@ptrcrispy
4 жыл бұрын
Later came Lupe.
@jontiruell1934
4 жыл бұрын
And The Roots
@NJPWGirl
4 жыл бұрын
I am so lucky to live in the era. They were a huge part of my childhood and still are. I wish I could go back to the old days.
@TheBensmith5
2 жыл бұрын
My favorite genre and timeframe
Karriem Riggins, Derek Hodge, Robert Glasper, Elena Pinderhughes, Keyon Harrold, Bilal and Common... My mind is blown. This is a once in a lifetime experience, we are truly blessed that this was immortalised in video.
@xavierlangreau5875
4 жыл бұрын
true
@alexandredebs9191
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the names of the complete crew. NPR forgot to mention the drummer, the guy on the horn and the girl on the flute in the description.
@prenticeross3413
4 жыл бұрын
I agree with you.
@rodrigoodonsalcedocisneros4419
3 жыл бұрын
They actually put out an album in 2018, go check it out.
@jg160b
3 жыл бұрын
August Greene
Robert Glasper’s piano key-playing soothes my soul and ears
@gwgwgwgw1854
2 жыл бұрын
me too!
@tooleyboi491
2 жыл бұрын
Yes it do🥲
Common the most underrated rapper of all time
Bilal facial expression while he’s singing looks like he just remembered he has three essays due in the morning
@gailwilson5837
5 жыл бұрын
Nothing wrong with bilal that just his natural look.
@mdkvisions
5 жыл бұрын
Lol crying
@JustLovelyQ
5 жыл бұрын
wait what 😂😂😂😂😭😭😭😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😭😭😭😂😂😂😂😂👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾💯
@SirMalone
5 жыл бұрын
😲😲😲😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 he look so distraught
@carmexsd4
5 жыл бұрын
LMAO
Common wasn't kidding, either...the group he brought are definitely world class...this music just soothes my soul.
The sound of that trumpet is doing something to my soul😲♥️
@gatmanovah2115
4 жыл бұрын
Your beautiful hair is doing something to me.
@dewilew2137
Жыл бұрын
@@gatmanovah2115 better start practicing your trumpet
@Draw4Dame
Жыл бұрын
@@dewilew2137 💀💀💀
@jtt1928
Жыл бұрын
@@dewilew2137 😂
@stefandee1970
4 ай бұрын
Thats trumpet job
Yooooooo the flute though!? That was the most laid back slay I’ve ever seen..... what an amazing 30 seconds haha
now this is that mature hip-hop, with a real dope ass lyricist, and awesome musicians. that hip-hop with soul n meaning. Dope performance, dope messages, and dope musical arrangements. this should make all people feel good, and especially musicians, and real music lovers.
@daphnehayes5986
7 жыл бұрын
Eugene Payne Right?! So true, this is the kind of music that made me fall in love with hip hop
@beverlydy6714
7 жыл бұрын
Daphne Hayes u
@iprofessionalamateur
7 жыл бұрын
Amen Eugene. This touches one's soul. Love to Hip Hop, Love to Music, Love to all People.
@victoriaappiagei1482
6 жыл бұрын
hip-hop real raw cool so skills dope best ever power history black music month local jammed lyrically
@stateofconsciousness9174
5 жыл бұрын
It’s so hard to listen to most of the commercial 💩 they have on rotation😖😬
Common one of the greatest, unique old school delivery, always has great instrumentation, great lyrics with message.
@andercms
7 жыл бұрын
Derek Shelby this is for the Rap Is, Owesome message he bring to Us.
@jamesd1590
7 жыл бұрын
So weird to call his delivery "old-school". Like, he's just rapping. It's not drill, nor backed by an 808; but why is it considered "old". Sound like you're saying "not relevant". I think there's a decided group of styles out there today, that reflect the many parts of hiphop. "Radio" or popular styles you hear now, don't constitute all that hiphop offers today. Let me repeat this - "Radio" or popular styles you hear now, don't constitute all that hiphop offers today. Seriously, it doesn't. It comes thru with many artists, relevant TODAY and in their 20s and 30s, who tour the world today doing concerts. Just becuase someone isn't on Hot97, the XL freshman list, or the 107.5 105.1's, doesn't mean its not being done. Really understand this, as there are many many examples of crews putting in work TODAY with this "old-school" style, making dolla's. Real Talk. There's many people all over the world that don't consider Common "rapping" to be "old-school". Weird terminology bruh.
@ChvckMarshallMusic
6 жыл бұрын
james D WORD UP BROTHER!!!!
@tooleyboi491
2 жыл бұрын
@@jamesd1590 preach brotha
God, how far the nation has sunk from this beautiful energy.
Everyone is entitled to their own opinion, but how could anyone dislike this? My goodness. Brother Common this is fire.
Bilal is so talented he looks half sleep and still killing. Raw, effortless, vocals!
@AramaicDeity
6 жыл бұрын
hahaha frr he's a wonderful singer
@absolutevalue23
5 жыл бұрын
yep. that shit was wild.
@Bruce_Kang
5 жыл бұрын
Lol
@phraze410
4 жыл бұрын
He look like they called him at the last min and he was like oh ard give me a min to throw something on...I was getting my hair braided
@sonjahenney1283
4 жыл бұрын
For real!!
Common is so beautifully old school.
The irony of these types of songs being played at the white house is insane
"Letter To The Free" fills the soul with tears and appreciation from the ancestors
0:25 - I Used to Love H.E.R 5:20 - Letter to the Free 11:02 - The Day the Women Took Over 16:50 - Little Chicago Boy
@Itsbobbbby
4 жыл бұрын
Mephistopheles 20:30 Thelonius
@amiracleone2803
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@pienharuna6282
8 ай бұрын
Thank you, was looking for this scrolling through the comments. Thank you for the effort! Much love!
On repeat. The positivity in this reminds me why Common remains one of the most thoughtful and talented hip hop artists of my generation. Thanks for bringing this to us.
@denmark555
7 жыл бұрын
He's consistently been that dude too, the real King of Chicago.
@eugenegumbo1809
7 жыл бұрын
when is it droppin"?
@joeyslats31
6 жыл бұрын
its a lot harder to be positive than be negative
Bilal is so soulful! He channels the ancestors & the future into his voice!
@surfboarding5058
11 ай бұрын
Ancestors & +!descendants
Tiny desk concerts are just gold my friends.
All these comments and no one is talking about Keyon Harrold killin it on trumpet.
@mikemarvel139
5 жыл бұрын
lukethedatuk it makes the while song
@cyndih8680
4 жыл бұрын
lukethedatuk absolutely in awe ✨
@ATL514
4 жыл бұрын
murdered*
@thomaslinkas7476
4 жыл бұрын
Yes dude, phenomenal playing from Keyon!
@tamirajohnelle4700
4 жыл бұрын
lukethedatuk God yes I feel it in my soul♥️
Common over here rapping about women taking over the world while I'm falling in love with the flute player.
@simonsafos6400
4 жыл бұрын
broooo im saying the same thing
@robertyankevicz9852
4 жыл бұрын
she has dynamite eyes and very soft looking.
@tlaw4908
4 жыл бұрын
She’s an Angel...😇 Eye candy if you know what I mean..😍
"Though I can't touch him, I can still feel him" Such powerful words that reduce me to tears everytime. I lost my mum to cancer 18 months ago, and I know she is still watching over me
@claryharley4849
3 жыл бұрын
Stay Strong Brother she watching over you and yours. God Bless
@baldrick650
3 жыл бұрын
@@claryharley4849 Man, you have no idea how strange this is. I had a vivid dream about her last night, and woke up to see your comment. The world works in mysterious ways. Thanks
@hrhvitohugo
2 жыл бұрын
Sending you some love and peace ✌️
@baldrick650
2 жыл бұрын
@@hrhvitohugo thanks man, I appreciate it
This by far is one of my favorite tiny desk concerts. Keyon and Elana did a awesome job.
A strong reminder why Common should always be listed in the top 10 of all time. Dude's spirit is something else
Bilal be belting out his soul like its just another Tuesday
@PrettyToez07
5 жыл бұрын
I know right.
@mrloof399
5 жыл бұрын
Damn does he even kno
@mdkvisions
5 жыл бұрын
Lol! Bilal is singing like I do this all day everyday it really ant nothing...
@aubin1010
5 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂😂 he alright
@ronbezbaruah6018
4 жыл бұрын
Word
Elena's flute sound is surreal !!! :0
So beautiful
As soooon as i seen Glasper & Hodge I clicked this video sooooo fast. 😭 #jazzjunkie & bilal???? Ahhhh 😭😭😩😩🙌🏾 And the chick on FLUTE!!!!!! Whoa. She got chops for days and can sing? 😭 I need to do my research on her cause I just got inspired.
@ongezwarini4880
7 жыл бұрын
Her name is Elana Pinderhughes(sp) :'(
@gardenoflaina
7 жыл бұрын
Ongezwa Rini thank you!!
@ApocalypseLater8
7 жыл бұрын
Just saw Bilal a few days ago @ the Prince tribute in MPLS... What an impressive talent. So effortless, too.
@daphnehayes5986
7 жыл бұрын
Right?! I was like, "Oh this gonna be good!"
@KesegofetseSerobatse
7 жыл бұрын
THAT'S MEEE LMAO
Peoplel can ACT like they don't know but Common is by far one of the greatest and most important hip hop acts that we've ever had. Lucky to have artists like him.
@mzstrawberry201032km
6 жыл бұрын
Darrel Be Right I have always thought Common Was And Still Is The Best In Hip Hop I Really Wish He Would Run For President 2020! He's Just Amazing All The Way Around!
@wallenbergphoto
6 жыл бұрын
Add to that the forgotten heroes of the Bronx. For many of you who missed the most concoius hip hop group of all time "hard knocks, album school of hard knocks, 1992 Wild pitch records" search youtube and get enlightened!! Love peace great work by most beloved Common!! Loved his first and second albums! /Danny, Sweden.
@JustLovelyQ
5 жыл бұрын
facts 💯💯
headphones is a MUST. the bass player is killing those subs.
@plewe1
4 жыл бұрын
derek hodge is a master
@shrimp_tingz5626
4 жыл бұрын
Hear Dat!! ☝☝☝
@Bepartofmynovel
4 жыл бұрын
Does nobody have good speakers no more? Confused about all those „headphones is a MUST“ comments all over YT
@fp8575
4 жыл бұрын
@@Bepartofmynovel most people listen/watch on there phones
@LucasRodmo
4 жыл бұрын
@@Bepartofmynovel Yeah, is really hard to have good sounds systems nowadays without breaking the bank. Good headphones tho, have become much more affordable, thanks to chinese's in-houses like KZ, Tin, and dozens of others. Also, most of KZread is watched in smartphones today. Smartphone are 100% of the time, bad at reproducing music.
Still amazing even after 6 years!!!
@jtt1928
Жыл бұрын
Yup I watch it at least once a month!
One of the most consistent, yet under-appreciated MC’s.
@angellomamaril80
5 жыл бұрын
audiodopebeats hell yeah, some of my “hip hop heads” were deer in the headlights when I asked em who Common was
@dylangruenwald5005
5 жыл бұрын
He's easily top 5 all time. He's the conscious version of Jay-Z pretty much
@qiguai185
5 жыл бұрын
....... he's rapping in the white house - I think he's quite appreciated.
@leungsz
5 жыл бұрын
@Neale Actually, this song shows not only Common but also Mos Def and Talib Kweli, and both can also be under-appreciated at times. That song is sick.
@prenticeross3413
4 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah but he was going to be on the way.
"Will the U.S. ever be us"....tears instantly stream down my face
Black is so beautiful
My music teacher played this to us the day after it came out. It was the best introduction to hip hop I could ever have imagined. I come back to it so often
Shout out to Robert Glasper!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
what a wonderful way to perform hiphop. almost like a jazz concert..
@TheJDoyle42
5 жыл бұрын
hip hop evolved from sampling jazz...it was always going to come full circle
@whenyouwishuponastar6643
4 жыл бұрын
Hip hop wouldn’t be hip hop without jazz
So beautifully rooted in jazz. Common is a timeless artist with so much soul!
I keep coming back to this performance - it is legendary to me
Going through these NPR Tiny Desk videos has been an absolute pleasure. Amazing artists.
@killahgruvz
6 жыл бұрын
They're like potato chips...(without the sodium)...
@TeKeyaKrystal
5 жыл бұрын
same . I should've been hip to this
@LittleWeckl
5 жыл бұрын
exactly, wish I started earlier but still amazing! :-)
@BreuckelensFinest
5 жыл бұрын
Word up!
@BreuckelensFinest
5 жыл бұрын
@@killahgruvz Pringles!
Would've loved to see him perform "Faithful" and "Be (intro)" but goddamn this was great too lol!!
@ShadowTriadWestWind
7 жыл бұрын
Darrel Be Man those are two amazing choices of songs, I would've loved to see them performed also.
@esotericvue
7 жыл бұрын
"Be" would've been life changing.
@SoccerEverywhere2
7 жыл бұрын
"Be" would of been a masterpiece to perform
@briangolding9724
6 жыл бұрын
they snuck some other dilla and kanye in there. that Be record produced by both of them is unreal.
@tdotstudda
6 жыл бұрын
pleaaaaase!!!! RIGHT???????
That bass solo in the last song blew me away. Lovely solo while simultaneously laying down a bass line.
@sammyngichabe8355
2 жыл бұрын
that was excellent 👏👏👏agree 100% i liked how Kareeim blends in with the soft drums at the end of that section..and coordinates with Rob G. Maaad talent
I love how Karriem and Glasper pay homage to Dilla at the end with a rendition of "Thelonius" from 20:30
Common deserve a better place in this rap game . When I listen his music , you learn something.
@JarrelEmmanuel
7 жыл бұрын
Forever.
@MADCITYSTUDIOS
7 жыл бұрын
but common is too soft to get respect
@videomaster5437
7 жыл бұрын
Wes Manoff what do you mean by soft
@MrOzzification
7 жыл бұрын
+videomaster he probably means the mainstream only values rappers that act thug & promote a self-destructive lifestyle. Most will blast Freddie Gibbs before Common
@jammawun
7 жыл бұрын
Mapuata Eric He's exactly where he needs to be. He's one of the world's top emcees. What more do you want?
Derrick really made his Fender jazz sound like an upright. It's insane.
Common is the most underrated storyteller of our genre. Jay, Nas, Big & Pac's props' are well deserved - but you cannot leave out Common. Not only a great storyteller - one of the greatest orators of our time. And Bilal's vocals? Infectiously haunting. With a killer band holding their own - bassist Derick Hodge (who I had the pleasure of meeting after Afropunk this year), Robert Glasper on keys, Keyon Harold on coronet, Kareem Riggins on drums/percussion, and Elena, OH Elena! - she is a precious songbird on flute and vocals. Anyone that doesn't enjoy this NPR concert needs to have their "musical pulse" checked. Loved how Common referenced the 13th Ammendent by pointing it out in the Presidential library. Salute to all involved in this segment.
I cannot believe I had missed this (and the whole series) for so long. Little Chicago Boy is such an adorable song. Such deep, deep feeling.
The girl playing the flute gave me life at 8:54 that little C, Bb, G, F, E. gosh i screamed
@howardmao3331
7 жыл бұрын
That's Elena Pinderhughes and she's incredible. Check out Christian Scott's "Stretch Music" for more of her playing. Or just watch Scott's NPR Tiny Desk Concert on this channel.
@henokz8496
7 жыл бұрын
she has a dope voice too
@ajeje1996
7 жыл бұрын
I KNEW I had seen her before! :D
@kornee
7 жыл бұрын
Same same. Best part of this amazing performance.
@sammy63611
6 жыл бұрын
vybz974 that was pure man! Great stuff!
I know Common is known, but I still think he is a well kept secret
Little Chicago boy, thank you my Brother Common, my father went to be with our father in 2006. Every time I miss him, I listen to this. One love from South Africa 🇿🇦
@youniversalraps
Жыл бұрын
Where are you from brother? Mina I'm from Durban.
This whole performance was FLAWLESS. Encore!
Common is the man for bringing these messages to the white house... much respeck! ✊🏽
I wish my generation embraced artists like common to put substance back into hip hop
Common really is in a class all to himself. Never ceases to impress.
Common performing a song for his father in the White House. Wow. What an amazing tribute
I love that these rappers on the tiny desk concert's are using live instrumentation. Nothing wrong with electronic beats, it's just a nice change of pace.
Derrick Hodges' solo on "A little Chicago boy" is perfect
Doesn’t get the respect he deserves in the rap community. Definitely a top 5 all time
I'm from Europe, and I think Afro-Americans seriously enriched American musical culture! I love it ❤️
Common can do an album stripped down acoustic like this and easily be the my fav hiphop album to date. The keys sounded so good.
Hip Hop Flowing is difficult. Common does not interfere with other instruments and with such talented musicians. I guess this is the last time we see this at the White House... for 4 years at least...
@LuisPerez-xp7ug
6 жыл бұрын
This hurts
@nicolaskazavan3737
6 жыл бұрын
I agree with your "Common doesn't interfere with..." comment. I love Glasper's tribute to Roy Ayers but Pete Rock is a little overzealous and it gets on my nerves. I also agree with the rest of your comment. Sad days.
@matthewbrashears2487
6 жыл бұрын
You misspelled 4Ever...it hurt watching this. Freedom
@victoriaappiagei1482
6 жыл бұрын
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@victoriaappiagei1482
6 жыл бұрын
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I just love common always heart and soul on tracks. I need more with jhon legend.
bro i never thought flute was this cool a day in my life😭but that solo🤯i replayed it like 30 times💯 a matter of fact imma replay it rn
@joshuaharper1206
Жыл бұрын
You should check out Jethro Tull. They're prog rock, not hip hop, but have a great use of flute.
Bilal effortlessly killin those vocals. My dude.
That j dilla riff at the end of little Chicago boy was everything!!
@Abarisax
5 жыл бұрын
Daphne Hayes on what beat does that riff appear?
@zbhelm
5 жыл бұрын
aldo ignacio gomez garrido Common feat. Slum Village - Thelonious on Slum Village's album Fantastic vol 2
This playing a blunt in the front yard at night and man I’m never been more relaxed 💯
NPR roots with a true legend. Masterpiece. Thanks to Common, Glasper, Bilal and let the "Freedom come" 😇
Common preforming a song about mass incarceration in the White House was WHEN AMERICA WAS GREAT.
@neyfarias23
4 жыл бұрын
Dude has some massive balls. Respect.
@hopetrnr0
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah I get what you're saying but it wasn't great then. It ignited so much hidden racism. All the heathens of all classes and races came out. Obama was instrumental yes. We're going to make it you know? Much much much love to you.
@rodrigoodonsalcedocisneros4419
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, but don't get fooled, pres Barry never changed things either. Politicians are crooked, no matter their color or party.
@Apfelwolken
3 жыл бұрын
It's about time for the change!
This man came a long way since he borrowed a dollar. I can tell he still loves h.e.r.
@WorldsNo1MusicVibe
5 жыл бұрын
Yes B, yes!
@THEG12EG
4 жыл бұрын
Lyrics are genius. I agree doesn’t look tired of performing such a old track
Absolutely classy gentleman that is immensely, lyrically & poetically, talented!!❤❤❤❤❤Common!!
Robert always shows up with the smoothest piano.
I watch this everyday. It helps me to stay grounded.
@argentino39
5 жыл бұрын
I feel that bro. Illmatic grounds me, prepares me. "Who Is God" by Rakim grounds me, gives me peace
@mantygonamee
4 жыл бұрын
This is a fcking good vibes n smiling morning cocktail
@WorldsNo1MusicVibe
4 жыл бұрын
Original, pure, untampered, a down Sista, every ba tey, i miss her...! Ah yes yes yall, and you don't stop, and to the beat yall, and you don't stop...
@jtillmon
4 жыл бұрын
Elizabeth Jae I heard that!!!
@muemamuema8020
4 жыл бұрын
Is that you Jill scott
Common is the epitome of Hip Hop.
Love Jazz. Love Black music. Love u guys ! 👌💕
Love how that trumpet subtly flavours the air around Common’s tracks.
@benab5912
2 жыл бұрын
Yesssss 🙌🏾 Absolutely Blissfully 🎶💫
Jesus i was getting choked up at Little Chicago boy thinking about my father who is now passed on.. This was such a blessing to see and hear. Saved as Favorites for sure..
@atonegames
4 жыл бұрын
Yo, Brother same, thinking the exact same thing. Chicago, complicated love story. This brings pride through the pain.
Elena Pinderhughes on two of the best NPR Tiny Desks!
@Lee-xp3ss
7 жыл бұрын
Timothy Mayer so true!! Both videos are amazing and she slays in both. I get chills every time she plays
@trace8617
7 жыл бұрын
idk about the best but two legendary ones tho
@frederikrosbach1398
7 жыл бұрын
What's the other one?
@timothymayer7613
7 жыл бұрын
Frederik Rosbach Christian Scott
@TariqAmazin
7 жыл бұрын
Timothy Mayer she's the truth!
Common still killing it 5 years later, Timeless...
This is one of the most amazing performances I’ve ever seen, wow
@Rapidbeatsofficial
5 жыл бұрын
Smith Brothers came here from joyner lucas mentioning common in one of his songs 😅 Seems pretty talented
This is so soulful and beautiful..sad how music like this gets overlooked...
@TheGenelive
5 жыл бұрын
Not overlooked but suppressed. The government killed HIP HOP !! And replaced it with poison. Music is a very Powerful tool, weather used positively or negatively. Its a powerful force.
@oddbottom6671
5 жыл бұрын
nah kinda boring compared to poppier hip hop, and the music doesnt compare to jazz greats at all
@TheGenelive
5 жыл бұрын
@@oddbottom6671 Depends on the flavor of music you enjoy. It's something for everyone. But I do love my Miles Davis and a fat one.
@ahha2523
4 жыл бұрын
The reason this music isn’t super easy to listen to frequently for me is because Common’s material is a little bit too simplistic to me. The concepts are really strong, but I feel like he doesn’t capture the nuance and subtlety of life much with his lyrics. Still like it a lot. Just a little too straight-to-the-point for me.
@TheGenelive
4 жыл бұрын
@@ahha2523 The way it should be, Fuck politically correct. People NEED to hear what should be said........TRUTH !!!
You can feel the music because Robert Glasper and Friends creates the perfect Canvas to paint on.
Common is so dope and underrated!!! I see my guy Robert Glasper on the piano!! Flawless performance! Chicago native! This is what hiphop is about ! He's such a great lyricist !