Why is he called Common?

Following the popularity of Resurrection, Common Sense was sued by an Orange County-based reggae band with the same name, and was forced to shorten his moniker to simply Common.

Why is Common so famous?

An artist known for often thoughtful, verbose lyricism and exploring varied sounds, his later albums included Like Water for Chocolate, Electric Circus, and Be. A Grammy winner, Common has also turned to acting, as seen with roles in projects like Just Wright, The Odd Life of Timothy Green and Selma.

How did Common make his money?

Common is an American musician and actor who has a net worth of $45 million. Common’s first major-label studio album, “Like Water for Chocolate”, was his a major big financial success that also earned him international acclaim and fame.