Let Love
2019 studio album by Common
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Let Love is the twelfth studio album by American rapper Common. The album was released on August 30, 2019, by Loma Vista Recordings and Concord Records.[2][3] The album features guest appearances from Samora Pinderhughes, Daniel Caesar, Swizz Beatz, Leikeli47, BJ the Chicago Kid, A-Trak, Jill Scott, Leon Bridges and Jonathan McReynolds.
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| Released | August 30, 2019 | |||
| Recorded | 2019 | |||
| Genre | Hip hop | |||
| Length | 46:38 | |||
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Critical reception
Roisin O'Connor of The Independent, in a 4/5 star review wrote, "Where Black America Again was notable for its sharp, observational urgency, Let Love feels far more personal, and softer in tone. Common’s optimistic nature gives it an uplifting vibe, and while closer “God is Love” is gently critical of people who use their religion to persecute others, the message is one of learning from our mistakes. It couldn’t be more timely."[9] Erin Lowers of Exclaim!, in a 9/10 review, remarked "Part spoken word, part bars and part educational, Let Love lays on the heartstrings of soulful jazz samples, piano-driven melodies and electric funk bass lines. Sonically, the album is a time capsule of the greatest moments in black music history. Lyrically, it's hard-hitting reality about the present day, the good, the bad and the horrific — but it's also a captivating tale about using love as a weapon to overcome, as well as the reality that sometimes love also fails, whether it be romantic, platonic or social."[7]
Singles
The album's first single "HER Love" featuring Daniel Caesar was released on June 14, 2019.[13]
Track listing
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Producer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Good Morning Love" (featuring Samora Pinderhughes) |
| Karriem Riggins | 5:31 |
| 2. | "HER Love" (featuring Daniel Caesar) |
| J Dilla | 4:29 |
| 3. | "Dwele's Interlude" |
| Riggins | 1:09 |
| 4. | "Hercules" (featuring Swizz Beatz) |
| Riggins | 2:54 |
| 5. | "Fifth Story" (featuring Leikeli47) |
| Riggins | 5:18 |
| 6. | "Forever Your Love" (featuring BJ the Chicago Kid) |
| Riggins | 3:39 |
| 7. | "Leaders (Crib Love)" (featuring A-Trak) |
| Riggins | 3:41 |
| 8. | "Memories of Home" (featuring BJ the Chicago Kid and Samora Pinderhughes) |
| Riggins | 4:08 |
| 9. | "Show Me That You Love" (featuring Jill Scott and Samora Pinderhughes) |
| Riggins | 7:30 |
| 10. | "My Fancy Free Future Love" |
| Riggins | 4:21 |
| 11. | "God Is Love" (featuring Leon Bridges and Jonathan McReynolds) |
| Riggins | 3:57 |
| Total length: | 46:38 | |||
Charts
| Chart (2019) | Peak position |
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| UK R&B and Hip-Hop Albums (OCC)[14] | 6 |
| Swiss Albums (Schweizer Hitparade)[15] | 86 |
| US Billboard 200[16] | 118 |