Hear the Full Version of Common's "Black America Again" Ft. Stevie Wonder

A call-to-action against police brutality.

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After releasing a powerful new video for his single titled “Black America Again,” Common has released the full six-minute version, which includes additional verses. The song is the title track to his upcoming eponymous album and features Stevie Wonder, along with Esperanza Spalding on bass, scratches by J Rocc, strings by Patrick Warren, and ad libs by Chuck D and MC Lyte. A champion of social justice throughout his career, the single is a “rallying cry and call-to-action” against the overwhelming police brutality that’s currently plaguing the country. Produced by Karriem Riggins and Robert Glasper, watch the compelling video above and listen to the full track below.

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