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This past weekend we had the second annual Common and Friends concert as a fundraiser for the Common Ground Foundation. It turned out to be an incredible and monumental night. Legendary artists performed and the crowd was phenomenal. For me, getting to perform New York State of Mind with Nas and spit his verse was a highlight for me. Getting to rock with Mos, Kanye and Talib again felt like I had just reunited with my brothers. To think that De La Soul, Queen Latifah, Ludacris, Heavy D, the roots and all of the other previously mentioned artists were all apart of this good cause and expressed their talents freely, just really blew me away. It truly was a classic night in Hip Hop and music in general.
Oh yeah – And one more thing…. It’s funny how people try to blame Kanye for things. I just heard some news that was untrue about Kanye at my benefit concert. For those who are concerned, to all who want to know, Kanye was fed well and had a blast at the show. He contributed to the cause with his heart and soul and I am very grateful. That’s my brotha and nothing but good things happened for us that night. Keep checking back…I’ll be posting pics up later tonight. Peace.
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22 Responses to “Thanks To All Who Came Out This Weekend”
Have nothin against kanye as a performer for he is really talented. But what he did at the VMA was really wrong.
By Caitlin Reynolds on Sep 30, 2009
it was such a awesome concert!! i had such a good time!!!
By johanna on Sep 30, 2009
i live in new york city and could have wished for nothing more than just to be at that concert… i was considering flying out there just to see it. i realized it would be too costly and inconvenient. it is one of the greatest regrets of my life. you guys are my favorite artists of all time. all i can wish now is for you all to come to madison square garden!!!!
By Eric on Sep 30, 2009
Anaersome night. To finally have the opportunity to see Mos Def (saw him perform a few weeks prior), Talib Kweli, Common, and Kanye West truly grateful. Love the Roots, but wished they’d done more, like The Show.
Thanks C
By Adrian on Sep 30, 2009
I agree w/ Caitlin. Kanye’s music is cool and all, but you definitely gotta question his character…what he did wasn’t very respectable.
By pame212 on Sep 30, 2009
OMG Common. I was there at the benefit in LA. You had one of the most amazing show this year. Kanye is a good Hip-Hop artist. His ego is just goes to his head but he is still amazing at what he does. I have pictues & videos on my Myspace & Youtube if anyone wanna check them out. Common once again Thank you for an amazing show this year. Hope you have it again in LA. Thank you for everyone who showed up & performed @ Common’s concert Benefit.
Daniel Anaya
By Daniel Anaya on Sep 30, 2009
aw man you HAVE to put up that video of you and nas performing NY STATE OF MIND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! COMMON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11
By Israel the iLLa Real on Sep 30, 2009
Common is not talking about the VMA’s, so lets not turn his blog into a Kanye bashfest.He was simply clearing up some gossip about Kanye that was not true. Thanks Common.
By Angela on Sep 30, 2009
Can’t wait to see the photos from the concert. I am sure you rocked…as always!
By Kymberly on Sep 30, 2009
Amazing show Common!!! I have seen you more than ten times and it is always truly amazing!!! Great show!!
By w lee on Oct 1, 2009
Common just getn n from the show n richmond and I must say you did ur thang! You were on point with your freestyln loved it! I showed my love by dancing for ya front row! Hope u enjoyd I did! Much love Muah : )
By Shemeko on Oct 1, 2009
Yeah! Yeah! You guys keep it gold!
By Tyler on Oct 1, 2009
You guys were AMAZING! Best concert I’ve been to….ever….
It was the most I’ve ever spent on one show, and it was worth every penny.
You were right when you said that we have to look at ourselves before we throw stones….
I’ve always loved Kanye for being real… and while his timing may not have been so good…he always speaks the truth, and I can’t help but appreciate that.
I’m glad he came; You’ve got quite a crazy list of friends!
Can’t wait till you come back into town again.
By Debbie Chiong on Oct 1, 2009
Hey Common or manage there of: i just want to folllow up on this weekend event in the Wahington Dc area. I don’t want to broadcast so can you please email me directly at gogettainc@gmail.com thank you and Peace and blessings
By Sean Smith on Oct 1, 2009
Sounds so epic, wish I was there.
By Luchee on Oct 1, 2009
Man what an awesome show last night in Richmond!! You def brought it! loved your freestyle flow and taking us back ole school whew!!! You had me soo hyped I didn’t want to sit down. Did you like my front row dancing??( green dress) That was all for you. Much love MUAH!! cant wait to do it again and again. Be blessed
By shemeko on Oct 1, 2009
SO I GOT SCAMMED!! MAN I BOUGHT 4 TICKETS FOR ME AND MY BF THROUGH A THIRD PARTY, WHICH I’VE DONE BEFORE AND NEVER HAD THIS HAPPEN TO ME…I GET TO THE DOOR AND THE TICKETS WERE CANCELED!! I WAS LIKE SERIOUSLY?!? I THOUGHT YOU COULDN’T CANCEL/OR GET A REFUND THROUGH LIVE NATION BUT THE PERSON WHO SOLD THEM TO ME DID….
IT WAS A BIRTHDAY SURPRISE FOR MY BF COMMON YOU ARE HIS FAVE HIP HOP ARTIST!!
NOW I KNOW I GUESS….
By SERICE on Oct 1, 2009
OH AND BTW I LOVE KANYE!! HE IS ONE OF MY FAVE ARTISTS!!
By SERICE on Oct 1, 2009
One on the greatest nights of my entire life… I was already floored by the gven line up then to be surpised by so many of my favorite artists as special guests. And I got to share it with the ones closest to me… All for a good cause. I thank you, Common.
By Justin on Oct 1, 2009
That was an amazing show as always. I wish you had done couple more of your own songs. I’m glad Kanye came out and the speech you gave before you brought him out was very touching and beautiful. That is why I love your music and became one of your biggest supporters. Have a blessed weekend.
By Steph Kang on Oct 2, 2009
Now Common Imma let you finish…. But Kanye has one of the best blogs ever! one of the best ever! *shrugs*
By Wu-Tang Is For the Children on Oct 3, 2009