Finding Forever
Common · 2007
53 min · 13 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · rapping
A rich tapestry of jazz-infused beats and introspective lyrics that explore identity and love.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- introspective late-night reflections gradual builds and payoffs layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- Finding Forever is Common's eighth studio album, released in 2007, following his critically acclaimed record, Be. At this point in his career, Common was solidifying his reputation as a leading voice in conscious hip-hop, gaining mainstream recognition while remaining true to his artistic roots.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, hip-hop, rapping
Finding Forever is an album by Common, released in 2007. A rich tapestry of jazz-infused beats and introspective lyrics that explore identity and love. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant commercial success for Common. It received widespread critical acclaim, with publications like Rolling Stone praising its lyrical depth and production quality, illustrating Common's impact on the hip-hop landscape. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Finding Forever sound like?
A rich tapestry of jazz-infused beats and introspective lyrics that explore identity and love. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop.
What makes Finding Forever by Common notable?
The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant commercial success for Common. It received widespread critical acclaim, with publications like Rolling Stone praising its lyrical depth and production quality, illustrating Common's impact on the hip-hop landscape. Finding Forever is Common's eighth studio album, released in 2007, following his critically acclaimed record, Be. At this point in his career, Common was solidifying his reputation as a leading voice in conscious hip-hop, gaining mainstream recognition while remaining true to his artistic roots.
Who is Finding Forever for?
Finding Forever works well if you're into introspective late-night reflections, gradual builds and payoffs and layered, dense sonic textures.
How many songs are on Finding Forever?
Finding Forever has 13 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 1:17
- 2 Start the Show 3:15
- 3 The People Standout 3:25
- 4 Drivin’ Me Wild Standout 3:43
- 5 I Want You 4:30
- 6 Southside 4:44
- 7 The Game 3:32
- 8 U, Black Maybe Standout 5:02
- 9 So Far to Go 4:28
- 10 Break My Heart 3:40
- 11 Misunderstood 4:46
- 12 Forever Begins 7:36
- 13 Play Your Cards Right 3:08
Release Date
July 30, 2007
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
53 min 6 sec
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