J. Cole

American rapper and music producer

J. Cole - American rapper and music producer
Born

January 28th, 1985
40 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born on January 28, 1985, this individual gained recognition in the hip-hop community for blending personal storytelling with social critique in music. The journey began with the release of a mixtape, 'The Come Up', followed by 'The Warm Up', which garnered attention from major labels. The debut studio album, 'Cole World: The Sideline Story', debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart. Over the years, his works addressed themes of ambition, mental health, and the struggles of life. Collaborations with artists such as Kendrick Lamar and contributions to Jay-Z's projects have solidified a prominent position in contemporary rap. A committed advocate for community development, he launched the Dreamville Foundation and is involved in various philanthropic efforts.

Released the album '2014 Forest Hills Drive'

Founded the record label Dreamville Records

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