Today in Hip Hop History

Common was born March 13 1972The Chicago native and Soulquarian member, Lonnie Rashid Lynn popularly known by his stage name as Common (formerly Common Sense) was born on March 13, 1972 at a hospital in Chicago's Hyde Park. His debut album, Can I Borrow A Dollar? was released in 1992, but he became more popular with his 1994 studio album, Resurrection. He has maintained his prominence since.

Kid n' play released "funhouse" March 13 1990

The New York City Hip Hop duo Kid N' Play released their sophomore and last but one album, Funhouse on March 13, 1990 via Select Records. The album features Salt-N-Pepa and it was certified as gold.