On September 11, 2023, on MSNBC's The Beat With Ari Melber, Common announced that he would be releasing a joint album with Pete Rock. "I've been listening to a lot of '90s hip-hop lately because I'm working on a new album with Pete Rock," the "I Used To Love H.E.R." rapper revealed. "The energy of this music, whether it's Brand Nubian, A Tribe Called Quest or De La Soul, who just streamed their music, is inspiring to hear. I create music and I'm into a great space right now.” In September 2011, Common published his memoir, One Day It'll All Make Sense, with Atria Books. While the book details how his close relationship with his mother influenced his life, it is partly narrated by her. Common published his second memoir, Let Love Have The Last Word, in May 2019. The book highlights his relationship with his daughter Omoye, his romantic relationships, his parents, and his struggle to solidify his views on the concept of love. 'love...