Resurrection
Common
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I stagger in the gathering possessed by a patter-in That be scattering Over the global my vocals be traveling unraveling my abdomen It's slime that's babbling grammatics that are masculine I grab the men, verbally badgering broads I wish that Madeline was back on Video LP I went against all odds and got a even steven Proceed to read and not believing everything I'm reading But my brain was bleeding, needing feeding and exercise I didn't seek the best of buys, it's a lie to textualize I analyze where I rest my eyes And chastise the best of guys with punchlines I'm Nestle when it's crunch-time For your mind like one time If poetry was pussy I'd be sunshine Cause I deliver like the Sun-Times Confined in once-mines on dumb rhymes I combine I'm hype like I'm unsigned, my diet I un-swine Eating beef sometimes -- I try to cut back on that shit This rap shit is truly outta control My style is too developed to be arrested It's the freestyle, so now it's out on parole They tried to hold my soul in a holding cell so I would sell I bonded with a break and had enough to make bail A Mr. Meaner fell on his knee for the jury I asked No for his ID and the judge thought there was two of me Motion for a recess to retest my fingerprints They relinquished Sense, cause I was guilty in a sense I ride the rhythm like a Schwinn bike when in dim light I use insight to enlight devices hit the skin tight Words of wisdom wail from my windpipe, imagination's in flight I send light, like Ben's kite I've been bright Get open like on gym nights and in fights I send rights Don't hook with skins my friends like I spend nights up in dykes In spite, I've been indicted as a freak of all trades I got it made I bathe in bass lines, rinse in riffs, dry in drums Come from a tribe of bums hooked on Negro and mums Had to halt with the malt liquor Cause off the malt liquor, I fought niggas, now my speech and thoughts quicker Cruising Southside streets with no heat and no sticker UAC got my back and we don't get no thicker UAC got my back and we don't get no thicker UAC got my back and we don't, now check it I'm a ho but not a ho nigga, ain't scared of no nigga But it's my turn to go I gotta go And I'm gone with the storm
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Written by: ERNEST DION WILSON, LONNIE RASHID LYNN
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12 facts about this song
Album Origin"Resurrection" is a song from the second studio album, "Resurrection," by the American hip-hop artist, Common. This marked the beginning of the rapper's breakthrough into the mainstream music scene.
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Release and Achievements"Resurrection" was released in 1994, and it helped Common to secure his first Billboard Hot 100 entry, notably due to the popularity of this track.
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Change of Style"Resurrection" marked a shift in Common's style from his debut album, with a new focus on lyrics that reflected social consciousness, afrocentricity, and political insight.
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Critical AcclaimThe track and the album garnered critical acclaim, earning praise for its insightful lyrics and unique, jazz-influenced beats. It's often cited as one of Common's best works and a classic within the hip hop genre.
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Production TeamThe album was produced by No I.D., who worked on many of Common's albums, and this track showcases their collaborative style.
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SamplingThe track "Resurrection" includes a sample from Ahmad Jamal's "Swahililand," a characteristic of its era's hip-hop that frequently used jazz samples.
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Music VideoThe surreal and thought-provoking music video for "Resurrection" was directed by Hype Williams, one of the most influential hip-hop music video directors.
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Chart Success"Resurrection" peaked at #22 on the Hot Rap Singles chart.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Resurrection" touch upon Common's life and issues in the black community, making it a powerful social commentary. This established his reputation as a lyricist and a poet.
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Album ImpactAs well as impacting Common's career, the album "Resurrection" is generally considered to have significantly influenced the sound of contemporary Chicago hip hop.
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Contemporary ReactionThe song "Resurrection" is often named alongside "I Used to Love H.E.R." as one of the standout tracks on the album. It represents Common's unique storytelling ability and socially conscious lyricism.
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LegacyThe song continues to be celebrated for its lyricism, production, and the powerful message within its verses, maintaining its relevance within the hip hop genre even after decades of its release.
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