History of J. Cole in Timeline
Jermaine Lamarr Cole, known as J. Cole, is an American rapper and record producer. Born in Germany and raised in Fayetteville, North Carolina, he rose to prominence with his debut mixtape, *The Come Up*, in 2007. Focused on music, Cole signed with Jay-Z's Roc Nation in 2009. He released two critically acclaimed mixtapes, *The Warm Up* and *Friday Night Lights*, in 2009 and 2010 respectively, expanding his fanbase.
1964: Beatles' Achievement
In 1964, The Beatles achieved a milestone by having six simultaneous top 20 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, a feat that was later matched by J. Cole in 2018.
January 28, 1985: J. Cole's Birth
On January 28, 1985, Jermaine Lamarr Cole, known as J. Cole, was born on a military base in Germany. He is an American rapper and record producer.
2000: ASR-X Musical Sampler Gift
In 2000, J. Cole's mother purchased him an ASR-X musical sampler as a Christmas gift, leading him to focus on improving his production skills and starting production under the pseudonym Therapist.
2000: Train of Thought Album
The album Train of Thought by Reflection Eternal was released in 2000.
2003: First-Chair Violinist
Until 2003, J. Cole served as a first-chair violinist for the Terry Sanford Orchestra, showcasing his musical talents beyond rapping.
2006: Appearance in Dave Chappelle's Block Party
In 2006, J. Cole was seen in the crowd of the documentary Dave Chappelle's Block Party, marking an early appearance in a notable entertainment event.
2007: Release of Debut Mixtape: The Come Up
In 2007, J. Cole gained initial attention as a rapper after releasing his debut mixtape, The Come Up.
2007: Graduation from St. John's University
In 2007, J. Cole graduated magna cum laude from St. John's University with a 3.8 GPA, demonstrating his academic achievements alongside his music career.
2007: Founding of Dreamville Records
In early 2007, during the composition of The Come Up, J. Cole and Ibrahim Hamad established Dreamville Records. Cole wanted an avenue to release his own music and Hamad was interested in starting a record label, which prompted their partnership. Dreamville Records is currently distributed by Interscope Records.
June 15, 2009: Release of The Warm Up Mixtape
On June 15, 2009, J. Cole released his second mixtape, The Warm Up, which received positive reviews.
2009: Signing with Roc Nation
In 2009, J. Cole signed with Jay-Z's Roc Nation record label, marking a significant step in his music career.
January 2010: Collaboration on "Just Begun"
In January 2010, J. Cole, along with Jay Electronica and Mos Def, appeared on Talib Kweli and Hi-Tek's single, "Just Begun", for the follow-up of Reflection Eternal's album Train of Thought.
March 19, 2010: College Tour Begins
On March 19, 2010, J. Cole began a college tour that ran until April 30, 2010, performing at various universities.
April 30, 2010: Release of "Who Dat" as a Single
On April 30, 2010, J. Cole released the song "Who Dat" as a single, after performing it live on March 31.
June 15, 2010: Release of "The Last Stretch"
On June 15, 2010, J. Cole released a freestyle entitled "The Last Stretch" to celebrate the anniversary of the release of The Warm Up mixtape.
July 2010: Debut Album Song Reveal
In a July 2010 interview, J. Cole revealed three songs that would appear on his debut album: "Dreams", "Won't Be Long", and "Never Told", which was produced by No I.D.
August 2010: UMA Male Artist of the Year Award
In August 2010, J. Cole was awarded the UMA Male Artist of the Year at the 2010 Underground Music Awards.
October 30, 2010: "I'm Coming Home" Demo Leak
On October 30, 2010, a demo titled "I'm Coming Home" was leaked onto the Internet; this was a reference track J. Cole recorded for Diddy that later became "Coming Home".
November 12, 2010: Release of Friday Night Lights Mixtape
On November 12, 2010, J. Cole released his third official mixtape, Friday Night Lights, featuring Drake, Wale, and Omen, with most of the production handled by J. Cole himself.
2010: Release of Friday Night Lights Mixtape
In 2010, J. Cole released his mixtape Friday Night Lights to critical acclaim, further expanding his audience.
April 2011: Production of "HiiiPoWeR"
In April 2011, J. Cole produced "HiiiPoWeR" for Kendrick Lamar's Section.80.
May 22, 2011: Release of "Return of Simba"
On May 22, 2011, J. Cole released a song entitled "Return of Simba", the third in the "Simba" series of songs.
June 15, 2011: Release of "Work Out"
On June 15, 2011, J. Cole released "Work Out", the lead single from his debut album, in honor of the second anniversary of his mixtape The Warm Up. The song samples "The New Workout Plan" by Kanye West and interpolates "Straight Up" by Paula Abdul.
September 14, 2011: Release of "Can't Get Enough" Music Video
On September 14, 2011, the music video for "Can't Get Enough" featuring Trey Songz and a cameo appearance by Rihanna, directed by Clifton Bell, was released.
September 27, 2011: Release of Cole World: The Sideline Story
On September 27, 2011, Cole World: The Sideline Story was released, debuting at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart, with 218,000 copies in its first-week of sales.
October 2011: Establishment of The Dreamville Foundation
In October 2011, J. Cole established The Dreamville Foundation, a non-profit organization. The foundation was created to bridge the gap between opportunities and urban youth in Fayetteville, North Carolina, through philanthropic activities such as providing school supplies, sponsoring a book club, and hosting community events.
October 24, 2011: Plans for Second Studio Album
On October 24, 2011, J. Cole announced that he had begun working on his second studio album, with plans for a June 2012 release.
December 2, 2011: Cole World: The Sideline Story Certified Gold
On December 2, 2011, Cole World: The Sideline Story was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for shipments and sales of 500,000 copies.
2011: Release of Cole World: The Sideline Story
In 2011, J. Cole released his debut studio album, Cole World: The Sideline Story, which peaked atop the US Billboard 200.
February 7, 2012: Release of "Nobody's Perfect"
On February 7, 2012, "Nobody's Perfect" featuring Missy Elliott, the third and final single from Cole's debut album, was released, marking Missy Elliott's return to music.
February 24, 2012: Reaching Two Million Twitter Followers
On February 24, 2012, J. Cole reached two million followers on Twitter and celebrated by releasing the song "Grew Up Fast".
March 1, 2012: Return to Fayetteville and "Dreamville Weekend"
On March 1, 2012, J. Cole returned to his hometown, Fayetteville, North Carolina, released the song "Visionz of Home", and launched "Dreamville Weekend" to inspire local youth.
May 6, 2012: Performance at Big Brother Africa 7 Opening Ceremony
On May 6, 2012, J. Cole performed in Africa for the first time during the Big Brother Africa 7 opening ceremony, alongside various other artists.
June 2012: Planned Album Release
J. Cole had plans to release his second studio album by the end of June 2012, but the actual release date changed.
November 13, 2012: Release of "Miss America"
On November 13, 2012, J. Cole released a promotional single for the album Born Sinner, titled "Miss America", aiming to shift music in a more aggressive and socially conscious direction.
2012: Participation in NBA All-Star Weekend Celebrity Game
In 2012, J. Cole played for the Eastern Team during the NBA All-Star Weekend Celebrity Game.
December 31, 2012: Born Sinner Release Delayed
On December 31, 2012, J. Cole announced that his album Born Sinner would not be released on the previously expected date of January 28, 2013, needing more time to complete the project.
January 28, 2013: Scheduled Release of Born Sinner
J. Cole scheduled the release of his second album, Born Sinner, for January 28, 2013, which he revealed via Ustream.
February 12, 2013: Truly Yours EP Release
On February 12, 2013, J. Cole released an EP titled Truly Yours, as promotion for his upcoming album Born Sinner. The EP consisted of five tracks that Cole knew would not be included on Born Sinner.
February 14, 2013: "Power Trip" Release
On February 14, 2013, J. Cole released "Power Trip" featuring Miguel as the first single from Born Sinner, marking their second collaboration. The artwork for the single was released via Instagram.
April 30, 2013: Truly Yours 2 Release
On April 30, 2013, J. Cole released Truly Yours 2, which featured guest appearances from Bas, Young Jeezy, and 2 Chainz.
June 25, 2013: Born Sinner Release Date
Originally, June 25, 2013, was the release date for J. Cole's album Born Sinner, but it was moved up to compete with Kanye West's Yeezus, which was released one week earlier.
August 2013: Altercation at MTV Video Music Awards After Party
In August 2013, J. Cole and Puff Daddy were reportedly involved in an altercation at a 2013 MTV Video Music Awards after party in New York City, after Puff Daddy confronted Kendrick Lamar. The issue was addressed later by Ibrahim Hamad and joked about in a video.
2013: Sports and Rap Parallel
In 2013, J. Cole expressed to Sports Illustrated how sports parallels his life, emphasizing the competitive nature of rap.
2013: Release of Born Sinner
In 2013, J. Cole released his second studio album, Born Sinner, which also peaked atop the US Billboard 200 and received critical acclaim.
March 31, 2014: 2014 Forest Hills Drive Certified Platinum
On March 31, 2014, J. Cole's album 2014 Forest Hills Drive was certified platinum.
August 15, 2014: "Be Free" Release
On August 15, 2014, J. Cole released "Be Free" in response to the shooting of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri.
2014: Release of 2014 Forest Hills Drive
In 2014, J. Cole released his album 2014 Forest Hills Drive, exploring themes of nostalgia.
2014: Purchase of Childhood Home
In 2014, J. Cole, through the Dreamville Foundation, purchased his childhood home in Fayetteville, North Carolina, for $120,000. The home had been repossessed from his mother years prior. Cole's plan is to turn the house into a rent-free homestead for single mothers and their children.
2014: J. Cole's Top Rappers List
In 2014, during an interview with Angie Martinez, J. Cole listed Tupac, The Notorious B.I.G., Nas, and Jay-Z as his top four rappers of all time, with André 3000 and Eminem as contenders for the fifth spot.
January 2015: Housing Single Mothers Rent-Free
In January 2015, J. Cole began housing single mothers rent-free at his childhood home in Fayetteville, showcasing his commitment to community support.
February 13, 2015: Forest Hills Drive Tour Announcement
On February 13, 2015, J. Cole announced the Forest Hills Drive Tour.
March 2015: Minor Shareholder in Tidal
In March 2015, Project Panther, owned by Jay-Z, acquired Aspiro, which owned the music streaming service Tidal, for $56 million. J. Cole became a minor shareholder in Tidal, along with other artists.
December 15, 2015: J. Cole: Road to Homecoming Announcement
On December 15, 2015, J. Cole announced a documentary series titled J. Cole: Road to Homecoming, ahead of his HBO special Forest Hills Drive: Homecoming. The series featured guest appearances from various artists.
2015: Collaboration on "Warm Enough"
In 2015, J. Cole collaborated with Donnie Trumpet and The Social Experiment on the song "Warm Enough", which was part of their album Surf. This collaboration showcases Cole's versatility and willingness to work with other artists in the music industry.
2015: Receiving College Degree
In 2015, J. Cole officially received his degree during a homecoming concert, after having initially been withheld due to an unpaid library fee.
January 9, 2016: Forest Hills Drive: Homecoming Airs
On January 9, 2016, the concert film Forest Hills Drive: Homecoming aired on HBO, which was filmed during the final show of his Forest Hills Drive Tour.
January 2016: Cole Reveals He Is Married
In January 2016, J. Cole revealed in an interview with Ryan Coogler that he was married to Melissa Heholt. Melissa Heholt met Cole while they were students at St. John’s University and is the Executive Director of the Dreamville Foundation.
January 28, 2016: Forest Hills Drive: Live Release
On January 28, 2016, J. Cole released Forest Hills Drive: Live as well as the music video for "Love Yourz", from the concert film.
July 29, 2016: "Jermaine's Interlude" Release
On July 29, 2016, DJ Khaled released his ninth studio album, Major Key, featuring J. Cole on the track "Jermaine's Interlude". Cole's line about retirement sparked concern among his fans.
November 4, 2016: Hillary Clinton Rally Performance
On November 4, 2016, J. Cole performed at Jay Z and Beyoncé's Hillary Clinton Rally in Cleveland, Ohio, along with Big Sean and Chance the Rapper.
November 8, 2016: "Can't Call It" Release
On November 8, 2016, Spillage Village released the official version of "Jermaine's Interlude", called "Can't Call It". The song features J. Cole, EarthGang, Bas, and JID.
December 1, 2016: 4 Your Eyez Only Announcement
On December 1, 2016, J. Cole's fourth album, 4 Your Eyez Only, was shown on iTunes for pre-order, with a release date set for December 9, 2016.
December 2, 2016: Eyez Documentary Release
On December 2, 2016, J. Cole released a 40-minute documentary titled Eyez, on Tidal, featuring behind-the-scenes footage of the making of 4 Your Eyez Only.
December 9, 2016: 4 Your Eyez Only Release
On December 9, 2016, J. Cole's album 4 Your Eyez Only was released.
December 2016: Cole World: The Sideline Story Sales Update
As of December 2016, Cole World: The Sideline Story had sold 855,000 copies in the United States.
December 2016: 2014 Forest Hills Drive Sales Update
As of December 2016, J. Cole's album 2014 Forest Hills Drive had sold 1.24 million copies in the US.
December 2016: Born Sinner Sales Update
As of December 2016, J. Cole's album Born Sinner had sold 796,000 copies in the United States.
2016: Release of 4 Your Eyez Only
In 2016, J. Cole released his album 4 Your Eyez Only, which explored themes of racial inequality and achieved significant commercial success, selling an estimated 500,000 album-equivalent units in its first week.
January 10, 2017: "Deja Vu" Release
On January 10, 2017, "Deja Vu" was released as the first single from the album 4 Your Eyez Only.
January 12, 2017: 4 Your Eyez Only Certified Gold
On January 12, 2017, J. Cole's album 4 Your Eyez Only was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
January 16, 2017: "High for Hours" Release
On January 16, 2017, J. Cole surprisingly released a track titled "High for Hours" via his SoundCloud.
February 21, 2017: 4 Your Eyez Only World Tour Announcement
On February 21, 2017, J. Cole announced the 4 Your Eyez Only World Tour, which included 62 dates across North America, Europe, and Australia.
March 24, 2017: J. Cole: 4 Your Eyez Only Documentary Announcement
On March 24, 2017, HBO announced a documentary titled J. Cole: 4 Your Eyez Only, which aired April 15, 2017.
April 7, 2017: 4 Your Eyez Only Certified Platinum
On April 7, 2017, J. Cole's album 4 Your Eyez Only was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
April 15, 2017: J. Cole: 4 Your Eyez Only Documentary Airs
On April 15, 2017, the J. Cole: 4 Your Eyez Only documentary, directed by Cole and Scott Lazer, aired and is now available on YouTube.
April 2018: Lil Pump Teases "Fuck J. Cole" Song
In April 2018, Lil Pump teased a song titled "Fuck J. Cole", prompting media speculation that J. Cole's song "1985" was a response. J. Cole stated that the song had a more general target.
April 16, 2018: KOD Listening Session Announcement
On April 16, 2018, J. Cole announced a surprise free event for fans at the Gramercy Theatre in New York City, which turned out to be a listening session for his upcoming album, KOD.
April 20, 2018: KOD Album Release
On April 20, 2018, J. Cole released his album KOD, which stands for Kids on Drugs, King Overdosed, and Kill Our Demons.
April 27, 2018: The Fall Off Project Announced
On April 27, 2018, J. Cole announced that he was working on another project titled The Fall Off, which he planned to release before KOD.
May 8, 2018: "KOD" Single Release
On May 8, 2018, J. Cole released "KOD" as the first single from the album KOD.
May 11, 2018: Rolling Loud Festival Performance and Reconciliation
On May 11, 2018, J. Cole performed "1985" at Rolling Loud Festival in Miami, where Lil Pump was seen dancing to the song. Later, J. Cole and Lil Pump sat down for an interview, indicating the end of their supposed beef.
May 14, 2018: KOD Certified Gold
On May 14, 2018, J. Cole's album KOD was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
May 2018: Cole Confirms He Has a Son
In May 2018, J. Cole stated in an interview with Angie Martinez that he and his wife have a son together.
June 24, 2018: 2018 BET Awards Performance
On June 24, 2018, J. Cole performed "Intro" and "Friends" at the 2018 BET Awards. Daniel Caesar and Wale also participated in the set.
July 31, 2018: "ATM" Impact on Radio
On July 31, 2018, "ATM" impacted US rhythmic contemporary radio as the second single from the album KOD.
August 7, 2018: "Album of the Year (Freestyle)" Release
On August 7, 2018, J. Cole released a single titled "Album of the Year (Freestyle)" along with a music video, and announced a new project titled, The Off Season.
September 2018: Touring Break Announcement
In September 2018, J. Cole announced that he plans to take off 2019 from touring to finish work on The Off Season, The Fall Off, and the Kill Edward project.
October 10, 2018: KOD Tour Conclusion
On October 10, 2018, the KOD Tour concluded in Boston. Young Thug, Jaden Smith, EarthGang, and Kill Edward served as supporting acts.
2018: Release of KOD
In 2018, J. Cole released his album KOD, which explored themes of materialism. The album featured a then-record six simultaneous top 20 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, marking the first time an artist had achieved this since The Beatles in 1964.
January 6, 2019: Revenge of the Dreamers III Announcement
On January 6, 2019, J. Cole announced Dreamville's compilation album Revenge of the Dreamers III via Twitter.
January 16, 2019: Revenge of the Dreamers III Recording Sessions End
On January 16, 2019, the recording sessions for Revenge of the Dreamers III, Dreamville's compilation album, concluded in Atlanta after 10 days, involving 343 artists and producers.
January 23, 2019: "Middle Child" Release
On January 23, 2019, J. Cole released his first lead single since 2013, titled "Middle Child".
February 17, 2019: 2019 NBA All-Star Game Halftime Performance
On February 17, 2019, J. Cole performed at the 2019 NBA All-Star Game halftime show in Charlotte, performing "Middle Child", "A Lot", "ATM", "Love Yourz" and "No Role Modelz".
April 6, 2019: Inaugural Dreamville Festival
On April 6, 2019, the inaugural Dreamville Festival was held at Dorothea Dix Park in Raleigh, North Carolina, after being postponed from its original date due to Hurricane Florence. The festival featured Dreamville artists, as well as SZA, Big Sean, Nelly, 21 Savage, and others, with proceeds benefiting the Dorothea Dix Park Conservancy and the Dreamville Foundation.
May 23, 2019: "The London" Release
On May 23, 2019, J. Cole was featured on Young Thug's single "The London" with Travis Scott, which became the lead single from Thug's debut album So Much Fun.
June 12, 2019: Release of Dual Singles from Revenge of the Dreamers III
On June 12, 2019, the first set of dual singles from "Revenge of the Dreamers III" were released, including "Down Bad" featuring Cole, JID, Bas, EarthGang, and Young Nudy, and "Got Me" featuring Ari Lennox, Omen, Ty Dolla Sign, and Dreezy.
July 1, 2019: Release of Second Set of Dual Singles and Album Announcement
On July 1, 2019, the second set of dual singles from "Revenge of the Dreamers III" was released, featuring "LamboTruck" and "Costa Rica." Dreamville also announced the album's release date and began selling limited merchandise related to the album on July 1, 2019.
July 2, 2019: Release of 'Dreamville Presents: REVENGE' Documentary
On July 2, 2019, Dreamville released "Dreamville Presents: REVENGE" on their official YouTube account, a film documenting the recording sessions for the "Revenge of the Dreamers III" album in Atlanta.
2019: Revenge of the Dreamers III Debuts Atop Billboard 200
In 2019, Dreamville Records' third compilation album, Revenge of the Dreamers III, debuted atop the Billboard 200 and was later nominated for Best Rap Album at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards.
2019: Publicly Speaking About His Son
In 2019, J. Cole publicly spoke about his son for the first time.
2019: PUMA RS-Dreamer Collaboration
In 2019, PUMA and J. Cole released their debut collaboration shoe, the PUMA RS-Dreamer. Cole commented on the signature shoe, stating that it combines on-court performance with aesthetic design for daily wear, bridging the gap between technology, comfort and cultural relevancy.
February 2020: Partnership with Puma
In February 2020, J. Cole announced a multi-year partnership with Puma, becoming an ambassador for the brand. As part of the announcement, Puma and Cole released a short film for the reimagined "Sky Dreamer" shoes, which debuted during the 2020 NBA All-Star Game.
May 2020: Noname's Tweet Criticizing Rappers
In May 2020, amidst the George Floyd protests, rapper Noname tweeted criticizing rappers who discuss black struggles in their music but hadn't spoken out about the protests or Black Lives Matter.
June 16, 2020: Release of 'Snow on tha Bluff'
On June 16, 2020, J. Cole released "Snow on tha Bluff," his first song of the year, which sparked disagreement and criticism due to its politically charged content following the murder of George Floyd.
July 20, 2020: Article in The Players' Tribune about Pursuing Professional Basketball
On July 20, 2020, J. Cole released an article for The Players' Tribune, detailing his aspirations to play professional basketball after his rap career.
July 23, 2020: Release of 'Lewis Street' EP
On July 23, 2020, J. Cole released a promotional EP titled "Lewis Street" featuring the songs "The Climb Back" and "Lion King on Ice", with "The Climb Back" later appearing on "The Off-Season".
July 31, 2020: Release of PUMA RS-Dreamer Signature Shoe
On July 31, 2020, J. Cole released his debut signature shoe in collaboration with Puma, called the PUMA RS-Dreamer.
August 2020: Reported Training for NBA Tryout
In August 2020, it was reported that J. Cole was training to tryout for the NBA.
December 29, 2020: Announcement of 'The Fall Off Era'
On December 29, 2020, J. Cole posted a photo on Instagram documenting a list titled "The Fall Off Era", which included projects like "The Off-Season" and "It's a Boy" slated for release before "The Fall Off."
May 4, 2021: Official Reveal of 'The Off-Season'
On May 4, 2021, J. Cole officially revealed the release date and album artwork of "The Off-Season," his sixth studio album.
May 10, 2021: Signing with Patriots Basketball Club
On May 10, 2021, J. Cole signed a contract with the Rwanda-based Patriots Basketball Club in the Basketball Africa League.
May 14, 2021: Release of 'The Off-Season'
On May 14, 2021, "The Off-Season" was released, co-produced by T-Minus and featuring guest appearances from Morray, 21 Savage, Lil Baby, Bas, and 6LACK. It received positive reviews and topped the Billboard 200, earning Cole his sixth consecutive number-one album.
May 2021: Cover of SLAM Magazine
In May 2021, J. Cole was featured on the cover of the American basketball magazine SLAM.
September 21, 2021: Release of 'Heaven's EP'
On September 21, 2021, J. Cole released a freestyle titled "Heaven's EP", remixing the beat of "Pipe Down" from Drake's "Certified Lover Boy".
2021: Release of The Off-Season and "My Life" Success
In 2021, J. Cole released his album The Off-Season, which was met with continued success. The single "My Life" (with 21 Savage and Morray) peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100.
March 31, 2022: Appearance on Dreamville Compilation
On March 31, 2022, J. Cole appeared on the Dreamville compilation "D-Day: A Gangsta Grillz Mixtape", contributing to the songs "Stick" and "Freedom of Speech".
May 19, 2022: Signing with Scarborough Shooting Stars
On May 19, 2022, J. Cole signed with the Scarborough Shooting Stars of the Canadian Elite Basketball League.
June 8, 2022: Indefinite Leave from Shooting Stars
On June 8, 2022, it was announced that J. Cole would take an indefinite leave from the Scarborough Shooting Stars to fulfill his concert tour commitments.
September 2022: Cover Athlete for NBA 2K23 Dreamer Edition
In September 2022, J. Cole was named the cover athlete for NBA 2K23 on the Dreamer Edition and was featured in the game's "MyCareer" mode.
October 6, 2023: Feature on 'First Person Shooter'
On October 6, 2023, Drake's album "For All The Dogs" was released, featuring J. Cole on the song "First Person Shooter", which later reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, marking Cole's first chart-topping song.
2023: Success with "All My Life" and "First Person Shooter"
In 2023, J. Cole had chart success with his guest appearance on Lil Durk's single "All My Life", and achieved his first number-one hit with "First Person Shooter" by Drake. He also won a Grammy Award for Best Melodic Rap Performance for "All My Life".
April 5, 2024: Release of 'Might Delete Later' Mixtape and "7 Minute Drill" Diss Track
On April 5, 2024, J. Cole released the mixtape "Might Delete Later", featuring the diss track "7 Minute Drill" in response to Kendrick Lamar's verse in "Like That." The song sparked controversy and was later removed from streaming platforms after Cole apologized.
November 17, 2024: Announcement of 'Inevitable' Podcast Series
On November 17, 2024, J. Cole announced the limited podcast series "Inevitable", co-hosted by himself, Ibrahim Hamad, and Scott Lazer.
November 18, 2025: Premiere of 'Inevitable' Podcast Series
On November 18, 2025, the debut episode of the "Inevitable" podcast series premiered, accompanied by the release of Cole's mixtapes "The Come Up", "The Warm Up", and "Friday Night Lights" on streaming platforms.
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