Common Acknowledges JAY-Z’s Impact on His Mindset Shift Towards Self-Care

In a recent interview on Hot 97’s Ebro in the Morning, Common opened up about the transformative lesson he learned from JAY-Z, emphasizing the significance of self-care, particularly for individuals immersed in constant work.

Discussing the value of taking breaks to recharge and provide mental reprieve, Common shared a pivotal moment during a dinner with Nas and JAY-Z. He recounted how JAY-Z’s insights prompted a shift in his perspective on self-care.

Common explained, “JAY-Z was talking about the importance of vacations, and I was like, ‘I don’t really take vacations.’ He responded, ‘What? You’re tripping, bro. It’s not about that. You need time for yourself.’ I thought, ‘Okay, he’s saying something important. Let me listen to this brother.’ We learn from a lot of people.”

In a candid interview on Hot 97, Common reveals the eye-opening conversation with JAY-Z that reshaped his views on taking breaks and prioritizing self-care. Uncover the details of this influential moment and its impact on Common’s mindset.