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Cole World: The Sideline Story

J. Cole Apologizes to Autism Speaks For “Jodeci Freestyle” Lyric: “I Feel Real Shame”, Pens 4,000 Word Letter, Says Twitter Apology Was Not Enough

By Dominique Zonyee | Jul 22, 2013 10:58 AM EDT

Rappers have been subject to scrutiny for controversial lyrics a lot as of late. "Born Sinner" rapper J.Cole is the latest rapper to come up the microscope for his lyrics on the "Jodeci Freestyle" featuring Drake. The Anti-Bullying Alliance started a petition (which gathered over 4,000 signatures) to decry Cole's lyrics, I'm artistic, you n*ggas is autistic, retarded." Read More »

J.Cole 'Let Nas Down' Born Sinner NAS REMIX [LISTEN] [DOWNLOAD]: Nas Add's Killer Verse to J.Cole Redemption Song, Says, 'You Didn't Let Nas Down'

By Dominique Zonyee | Jun 24, 2013 09:27 AM EDT

J. Cole has a lot to prove with his sophomore album Born Sinner. The Roc Nation rapper challenged Kanye West to a battle, and even made song directed at another rap legend. J.Cole’s most talked about song, “Let Nas Down,” was approved by the God’s Son last week, Sunday Nas and Cole dropped the remix. Nas revealed just how he feels about J.Cole, the future of hip-hop, and who the real God’s of rap are. Read More »

J.Cole 'Born Sinner' ALBUM REVIEW [LISTEN] [DOWNLOAD]: Down South Rapper With Up North Flow Creates His Own Lane, Can 'Born Sinner' Compete With 'Yeezus?'

By Dominique Zonyee | Jun 19, 2013 03:28 PM EDT

J. Cole is a Born Sinner, and as he repents on his sophomore album, the rap God's took note and welcomed the North Carolina MC into the pearly gates. Cole's New York influence is woven throughout the 21-track (Delux Album) soon to be classic hip-hop album, while his southern upbringing peeks out like a suit under a cap and grown. Read More »

J. Cole 'Born Sinner' NEW TRACKLIST: Kendrick Lamar, 50 Cent, TLC, James Fauntelroy and More Featured On Album, Cole Performs "Crooked Smile" Live

By Dominique Zonyee | Jun 05, 2013 04:39 PM EDT

For it to be a Cole World things sure are heating up! As the June 18th faceoff between Kanye's "Yeezus" and J.Cole's "Born Sinner" draws near, J.Cole is continuing to promote his sophomoric efforts as the "Power Trip," rapper released an updated track list featuring 50 Cent, Kendrick Lamar, and more. Read More »

J Cole New Album 2013: ‘Born Sinner’ Release Date June 18, ‘Power Trip’ Singer Talks Second Album Creative Process, Kanye West Competition

By Andrew Meola | May 30, 2013 02:47 PM EDT

J Cole will release his second album, Born Sinner, on June 18 and the "Power Trip" singer recently spoke to Fuse about what makes this album different, competing with Kanye West and more. Read More »

J. Cole News [VIDEO]: 'Born Sinner' Album Release Date, 'Power Trip' Video With Miguel, And More

By D.Z.Scott | Apr 09, 2013 12:40 PM EDT

The creative words-smith J.Cole is back with his sophomore album “Born Sinner.” The Roc Nation rapper, is having a busy week; the video for his smash hit “Power Trip” featuring Miguel aired Tuesday April 9 on MTV, and he announced “Born Sinner” release date hours after the video debuted. Read More »

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