Can I Borrow a Dollar? (1992)
Common Sense's first album shows promise with great songs like "Take It EZ," but mostly, it sets the stage for his great second album, Resurrection.
Resurrection (1994)
Common (still Common Sense back then) found his voice in this second album, a jazzy, intelligent work with songs like "I Used to Love H.E.R." and "Thisisme."
COMMONication: The Smooth Jazz Sessions to the Music of Common (2006)
Vitamin Jazz's jazz combo tribute to Common includes a soulful version of "I Used to Love H.E.R."
Thisisme Then: The Best of Common (2007)
Common's best early work can be found on this compilation. Get up to speed with this classic hip-hop.