Plus a behind-the-scenes look at a day in the life of Common.
If it were possible to turn on commentary for Common‘s latest music video, “Kingdom,” this clip would be it because explains exactly how the single was crafted. From the beginning when he picked the beat, to the addition of the choir and verse from Vince Staples. You can attribute some of that work to No I.D. who organized key pieces for what you hear today. Com’ also drew inspiration from reports on the news and the every day dealings of his city.
According to him, the song goes out to the fallen soldiers in the Chi and kids living today, so they can have something hopeful and positive to carry for the future.
OS REWIND: Common – Kingdom (feat. Vince Staples) [Music Video]
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With Nobody Smiling due out July 22, Summer is about to heat up for Common. The message is being sent loud in clear and there’s still more to soak in.