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"Go!" is the third single from the Common album Be. It is produced by Kanye West, who also performs backing vocals for the track alongside John Mayer. The track's percussion is handled by Num Amuntehu, while its scratches are provided by A-Trak. Its beat contains a sample from "Old Smokey" by Linda Lewis. Its lyrics deal with sexual fantasies. Two remixes of "Go!" featuring Joy Denalane were released as singles: one was remixed by Kanye West and the other by Jazzanova. J. Cole also raps over the "Go!" beat on "Knock On Wood Freestyle" on his The Blow Up mixtape.  


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Lonnie Rashid Lynn, Jr. (born March 13, 1972), better known by his stage name Common (formerly Common Sense), is an American rapper and actor. more »

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GENRE CLASSIFICATION
"Go" is classified as a hip-hop track, a genre wherein Common has excelled throughout his long musical career.
ALBUM RELEASE
The song "Go" is from Common’s 2005 album "Be". The album was highly acclaimed and marks one of the highest points in Common's career.
COLLABORATION
The song was produced by Kanye West, one of hip-hop's most influential figures. Kanye West also contributes vocals in the chorus of the song.
COMMERCIAL SUCCESS
"Go" reached number 79 on the US Billboard Hot 100, making it one of Common's few tracks to make an appearance on the charts.
MUSIC VIDEO
The music video of the song "Go" features model and actress Kerry Washington.
LYRIC INSPIRATION
"Go" is reportedly inspired by a romantic relationship with singer Erykah Badu, with whom Common had a relationship around the time the song was released.
CRITICAL RECEPTION
The song received positive reviews from music critics, praising its lyrical content and the production of Kanye West.
SAMPLE USAGE
The song features samples from the late soul singer Bobby Caldwell's "Open Your Eyes", which Kanye West has used in several of his tracks.
THEME
The song often gets credit for its mature and respectful portrayal of adult relationships, a theme that is not often explored in mainstream hip-hop.
CULTURAL IMPACT
Common performed "Go" on The Chappelle Show, a popular comedy television series in the mid-2000s, further increasing the song's popularity and cultural impact.

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