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J. Cole Disses Kendrick Lamar On Newly Released Project Might Delete Later

BY JO Mensah April 6, 2024 8:38 PM EDT
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J. Cole has released a new project titled Might Delete Later, which has quickly become the talk of the town.

The mixtape’s closing track, 7 Minute Drill, has caught everyone’s attention as it appears to be a direct response to Kendrick Lamar’s recent disses.

J. Cole, known for his lyrical prowess, does not hold back on this track. He critiques the quality of Kendrick’s discography, suggesting that while Kendrick’s debut was a classic, his subsequent work has been less impressive.

He accuses Kendrick’s second album of being overhyped despite its lackluster content. While acknowledging the success of Kendrick’s third album, he asserts that he is now in his prime and leading the pack.

The Dreamville boss does not stop there. He channels the spirit of Jay-Z’s infamous Takeover diss at Nas, suggesting that Kendrick only occasionally delivers a hard-hitting verse. He implies that if Kendrick were not engaging in this feud, he would not be a topic of discussion.

The track takes an emotional turn as J. Cole compares his lyrical battle with Kendrick to a scene from New Jack City, where Wesley Snipes’ character is forced to kill his brother. Despite their rivalry, J. Cole admits he still respects Kendrick, but warns that he won’t hesitate to humble him on the mic if pushed. This unexpected release from J. Cole has certainly stirred up the hip-hop community.

Fans have been excited since the unexpected release of J. Cole’s new project, “Might Delete Later”. The surprise drop has generated immediate excitement and speculation, as fans scrambled to listen to the highly anticipated tracks.

The project features 12 tracks that showcase Cole’s signature style and lyrical prowess, with an impressive lineup of guest artists adding depth and dimension to the album.

J. Cole sets record with The Off-Season

Meanwhile, J. Cole has achieved an enviable feat with his 2021 album The Off-Season in terms of sales.

The album, released on May 14, 2021, has been certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

The American rapper’s sixth studio album features guest vocals from Morray, 21 Savage, Lil Baby, Bas, and others. Cole, Ibrahim Hamad, and T-Minus executive produced it.

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