Common - a hip-hop artist, actor, Grammy winner and now Oscar winner - is a Chicagoan who has had chart-topping success with his powerful lyrics.
We got a chance to hear the TV world premiere of a song from his upcoming album. He also talked about his upcoming festival that gives back to the community, the AAHH! FEST.
For information about the celebrity lineup and tickets to AAHH! FEST, visit aahhfest.com.
The festival will be held Sept. 24 - 25 at Union Park, 1501 W. Randolph St., Chicago.