In Common
Alicia Keys
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Said I'd be gone by five But it's sun rise and I'm still in your bed Goodnight usually means goodbye Me re-playing memories in my head Look at you, look at you Look what you made me do How do you, how do you think know my every move Who are you Who are you You look so familiar I know you, I know you, baby, I know the truth We got way too much in common If I'm being honest with you We got way too much in common Since I'm being honest with you Who wants to love somebody like me? You wanna love somebody like me? If you could love somebody like me You must be messed up too Who wants to love somebody like me? You wanna love somebody like me? If you could love somebody like me You must be messed up too We used to talk 'til midnight All those days that you stayed at my house We were just passing the time When we were young and we ain't had no vows Now, now, now maybe later on, I'll text you and maybe you'll reply We both know we had no patience together day and night Getting high on our supply, yeah, we ain't satisfied I could love you all occasions We got way too much in common If I'm being honest with you We got way too much in common Since I'm being honest with you Who wants to love somebody like me? You wanna love somebody like me? If you could love somebody like me You must be messed up too Who wants to love somebody like me? You wanna love somebody like me? If you could love somebody like me You must be messed up too Messed up too, messed up too Just like you, just like you Messed up too, messed up too Just like you, just like you We got way too much in common If I'm being honest with you We got way too much in common Since I'm being honest with you Who wants to love somebody like me? You wanna love somebody like me? If you could love somebody like me You must be messed up too Who wants to love somebody like me? You wanna love somebody like me? If you could love somebody like me You must be messed up too
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Written by: Alicia Augello-Cook, Billy Walsh, Carlo Montagnese, Taylor Parks
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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25 facts about this song
Album"In Common" is a single from Alicia Keys' sixth studio album titled "Here". The album was released in November 2016.
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GenreThe song is classified as tropical house, R&B, and Latin music, which was a bit of a departure from Keys' traditional soul and R&B style.
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Release Date"In Common" was released on May 4, 2016, as the lead single from the album.
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SongwritersBesides Alicia Keys herself, the song was co-written by Illangelo, Billy Walsh, and Taylor Parks.
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ProductionThe production of the song was handled by Illangelo, who worked as a long-time collaborator with The Weeknd.
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Chart Performance"In Common" reached number thirty-nine on the US Adult Top 40 chart and number three on the US Dance Club Songs chart. However, it did not enter the Billboard Hot 100.
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Grammy Nomination"In Common" received a nomination for the Best Music Video at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards.
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Musical StyleMusically, "In Common" is a departure from Keys' earlier works. It has influences of Latin music, tropical house, and two-step beats. The music track features a subtle percussion.
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Critical Reception"In Common" received positive reception from music critics, with much acclaim aimed at its new musical direction and the minimalist production.
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Music VideoThe song's music video was shot in black and white and directed by Pierre Debusschere. The video features Alicia Keys and a variety of people of different racial and ethnic backgrounds, dancing and expressing themselves on a square platform.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "In Common" talk about the insecurities and faults that every person have in common, emphasizing acceptance and love.
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Live Performances"In Common" was first performed live by Keys on Saturday Night Live, May 7, 2016.
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Remixes"In Common" has been remixed by several artists and DJs since its release, including a popular version by the well-known DJ Black Coffee.
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Song Release"In Common" was officially released by Alicia Keys on 4 May, 2016. It was her first new track in four years since "Girl on Fire".
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Album InclusionThe song was included in Alicia Keys' sixth studio album titled "Here" which was released in the same year.
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Genre"In Common" marks a departure from Alicia Keys' usual R&B style with its introduction of a tropical music and dancehall vibe.
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Song ThemeThe song addresses the theme of acceptance and understanding, showing how we all have flaws and insecurities that make us human.
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Chart PerformanceIt peaked at No. 39 on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs Chart in 2016.
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Grammy Nomination"In Common" was nominated for Best Music Video at the 59th Grammy Awards in 2017.
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Song's ProducersThe song was produced by Alicia Keys herself, Illangelo, and Billy Walsh.
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Music VideoDirected by French director Pierre Debusschere, the music video for "In Common" is a black and white montage that showcases a variety of individuals expressing themselves through dance.
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RemixesThe track has been remixed by several prominent artists, including Kaskade and Black Coffee.
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Lyrics CompositionDespite its upbeat tempo, the lyrics of "In Common" are profound and introspective.
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Song InspirationAlicia Keys had revealed that the song was inspired by her own experience and the realization that it's our quirks and 'faults' that make us unique.
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PerformanceAlicia Keys debuted "In Common" live at the Italian TV show Che Tempo Che Fa on May 15, 2016 and performed it afterwards at major shows including Saturday Night Live and the BET Awards 2016.
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