I think Lil Wayne is definitely a dope rapper.

I started digging into parts of myself that I probably ignore and don't really get to express because Common is an artist that is conscious and is aware and is trying to put a positive energy to the world.

Black people in America have come from slavery to other forms of being oppressed and there are some things that come with that - some pain and anger that come with that and we as black people have to deal with it to heal that. White people have to understand it and have some compassion toward it.

To have my name said like, "Common and John Legend, Golden Globe nominees," is one of the greatest achievements I've ever had as an artist, as a person.

I started getting more in tune with who I am by doing roles or even just being in a class and being around people.

One day it'll all make sense.

I think Lil Wayne is definitely a dope rapper.