Although there is a feature on “FRIENDS,” it is speculated to be Cole himself in the form of an alter-ego. This is integral in understanding the yin-yang theme in play. Edward is the victim of drug addiction and abuse. He is evidence of how controlling and overtaking these substances can become. J. Cole is contrasting him when he discusses the reasons why drugs are such a problem. It could be the type of drugs, the political climate of the United States, the user’s environment, or the influence of music itself. However, the reasoning for why drugs are so problematic is more complica… read more
Although there is a feature on “FRIENDS,” it is speculated to be Cole himself in the form of an alter-ego. This is integral in understanding the yin-… read more
Although there is a feature on “FRIENDS,” it is speculated to be Cole himself in the form of an alter-ego. This is integral in understanding the yin-yang theme in play. Edward is the vic… read more
Jermaine Lamarr Cole (born January 28, 1985), better known by his stage name J. Cole, is an American hip hop recording artist and record producer. Born in Frankfurt, Germany, Raised in Fayetteville, North Carolina, Cole posted songs on various internet forums at the age of 14 under the name "Blaza", but later switched to the name "Therapist". Cole initially gained recognition as a rapper following the release of his debut mixtape, The Come Up, in early 2007 in which he also founded his record label Dreamville with label president Ibrahim Hamad. Intent on further… read more
Jermaine Lamarr Cole (born January 28, 1985), better known by his stage name J. Cole, is an American hip hop recording artist and record producer. Born in Frankfurt, Germany, Raised in Faye… read more
Jermaine Lamarr Cole (born January 28, 1985), better known by his stage name J. Cole, is an American hip hop recording artist and record producer. Born in Frankfurt, Germany, Raised in Fayetteville, North Carolina, Cole posted songs on… read more