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Eye Candy: Common

Eye Candy: Common
By · Updated October 28, 2020
01
I Love Your Smile

The ever-so-talented rapper is known for many things, but his winning smile reigns supreme.

Eye Candy: Common
02
The Name Game

Before he became Common the rapper was known by quite a few monikers. Born Lonnie Rashid Lynn, Jr., he launched his hip hop career as Common Sense, but was forced to drop half of his stage name after he was sued by a Ska band with the same name.

Eye Candy: Common
03
Chi-Town’s Finest

Common was born and raised on the south side of Chicago. After high school he enrolled in Florida A&M University, but left school to pursue his dreams of being an emcee.

Eye Candy: Common
04
A Notable Talent

In 1991, the Source magazine’s famed “Unsigned Hype” column showcased Common as one of hip-hop’s freshest faces and one to watch. The following year, Common released his debut album “Can I Borrow a Dollar?” which became an instant hit with his underground fan base.

Eye Candy: Common
05
Making His Mark

In 1994, Common released his second album, “Resurrection” which included the classic “I Used to Love H.E.R.,” a brilliant metaphor for the history and state of hip-hop at the time. It was then that his fan base spread from his Chicago stomping ground and went nationwide.

Eye Candy: Common
06
Let There Be Peace

Not one for living, or rhyming about, a non-peaceful existence, Common sat down with Louis Farrakhan himself in late 1994, when Farrakhan helped to diffuse the much-publicized rap feud between him and rapper Ice Cube.

Eye Candy: Common
07
Go With the Flow

Common’s easy-going lyrics and conscious flow provided a well-received contrast to the gangsta rap movement of the mid-90s; making him the people’s champ.

Eye Candy: Common
08
Love of My Life

Common and Erykah Badu collaborated on the hit single “Love of My Life” from the “Brown Sugar” official soundtrack. Their chemistry transferred off air and the pair dated and later got engaged. Common revealed recently on “The Wendy Williams Show” that Ms. Badu called it quits with him over the phone. Ouch!

Eye Candy: Common
09
Health Conscious Honey

Common is a vegan and all about the animals. The rapper regular supports PETA.

Eye Candy: Common
10
A Dapper Darling

Common’s style has evolved since his early days on stage wearing a hoodie and jeans. Although he’s mostly a casual cutie by nature, there’s no question that the man looks good in a suit.

Eye Candy: Common
11
Out and About

Even with eight albums, and a string of hit movies under his belt, Common remains humble and approachable — he’s rarely spotted with an entourage or security in tow, and does his very best to stop and greet fans whenever they approach him. He’s by all accounts a very loveable guy.

Eye Candy: Common
12
A Model Pisces

Born March 13th, 1972, Common’s a sexy Pisces with smooth skin, sultry eyes, and an amazing smile. Ladies, could he be your cosmic connection?

Eye Candy: Common
13
One Smooth Brother

One part bohemian, two parts cool, Common’s fashion picks are always spot-on.

Eye Candy: Common
14
The Screen King

Although music is his first love, Common’s acting career is nothing to mess with. He’s starred in a string of hits including the romantic comedy “Just Wright” with Queen Latifah, “American Gangster” with Denzel Washington, and “Wanted” with Angelina Jolie.

Eye Candy: Common
15
From Big to Small Screen

Common flows from the big to small screens with ease. He currently stars on the AMC smash hit “Hell on Wheels” and has had numerous noteworthy guest roles on shows like “Single Ladies,” “One on One,” and “Girlfriends.”

Eye Candy: Common
16
Momma’s Boy

In September 2011 Common published his first memoir, “One Day It’ll All Make Sense”, which he co-wrote with his mother. In the book he opens up about the relationships he has with the women in his life – both past and present. He talks about how being close to his mother helped to shape who he is today.

Eye Candy: Common
17
The Dreamer, The Believer

Common’s appropriately titled new album, “The Dreamer, The Believer” was released this winter, and his fans were pleased. Some highlights: Maya Angelou guest stars on a track, and it’s filled with high energy, good vibe jams like his current hit single “Blue Sky”.

Eye Candy: Common
18
Nice to Meet You

Common throws up his signature deuces on the red carpet while attending a meet and greet in Atlanta in 2012.

Eye Candy: Common
19
Throw Your Hands Up

Common performs at Dwyane Wade’s 30th Birthday Celebration at Setai Hotel in Miami Beach, Florida.

Eye Candy: Common
20
Cute and Cozy

Common makes a scarf look sexier than ever as he takes a break to pose for photos on the red carpet at an event at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah.

Eye Candy: Common
21
Work the Camera

Common poses for a portrait during the 2012 Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah.

Eye Candy: Common

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