Come Close
Common
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It's just a fly love song, what Are we living in a dream world? Are your eyes still green girl? I know your sick and tired of arguing But you can't keep it bottled in Jealousy, we got to swallow it Your heart and mind baby follow it Smile, happiness you could model it And when you feel opposite I just want you to know Your whole being is beautiful I'm going to do the best I can do Cause I'm the best when I'm with you Come close to me baby Let your love hold you I know this world is crazy What's it without you Put down your bags love I know in the past love Has been sort of hard in you But I see the God in you I just want to nurture it Though this love may hurt a bit We dealing wit this water love You even give my daughter love I want to build a tribe wit you Protect and provide for you Truth is I can't hide from you The pimp in me May have to die with you Come close to me baby Let your love hold you I know this world is crazy What's it without you I know what you're thinking, you're on my mind You're right, you're right, you're right You promise so fast you just might take flight Hope your not tired, tonight, tonight You help me to discovery me I just want you to put trust in me I kind of laugh when you cuss at me The aftermath is you touching me It's destiny to we connected girl You and I we can affect the world I'm tired of the fast lane I want you to have my last name Come close to me baby Let your love hold you I know this world is crazy What's it without you I know what you're thinking, you're on my mind You're right, you're right, you're right You promise so fast you just might take flight Hope your not tired, tonight, tonight
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Written by: CHAD HUGO, LONNIE RASHID LYNN, PHARRELL L. WILLIAMS
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., SONGS MUSIC PUBLISHING, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Artist Background"Come Close" is a song performed by American hip-hop artist Common, who is renowned for his impactful lyrics and storytelling abilities. Born as Lonnie Rashid Lynn Jr., he debuted in 1992 and has since left a significant mark in the music industry.
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Album DetailsThe song "Come Close" is from Common's fifth studio album, "Electric Circus," released in December 2002. The album, while not commercially successful, was critically appreciated for its experimental nature and fusion of different genres like hip-hop, electronica, and neo-soul.
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Song Facts"Come Close" was written by Common himself. It's a love song where the rapper opens up about his feelings and asks his love interest to draw near. Released on August 26, 2002, it's the first single from his "Electric Circus" album.
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CollaborationThe song "Come Close" features vocals from Mary J. Blige, an R&B singer known for her powerful, soulful voice.
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Chart SuccessDespite the album's experimental nature, the single "Come Close" enjoyed moderate success. It reached number 65 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and peaked at number 10 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Come Close" is unique as it uses sign language and subtitles to communicate the song’s lyrics. It features actress Alicia Silverstone and represents an open conversation between lovers.
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Notable LyricsOne of the notable lines from "Come Close" is "The pimp and hoe, it gotta go! The ceaseless murder of overseas soldiers got to go!". This reflects Common's socially-conscious lyrics, and his thought-provoking take on different societal issues.
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Remix VersionThere's also a popular remix for "Come Close," known as "Come Close Remix (Closer)," featuring Erykah Badu, Pharrell Williams, and Q-Tip.
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Critical Reception"Come Close" has been noted as a standout track from the album "Electric Circus." Critics praised Common's sensitive lyrics and the chemistry between him and Mary J. Blige.
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Award NominationThough it didn't win, "Come Close" was nominated for a Grammy Award in 2003 for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration.
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