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Charlamagne Tha God, 50 Cent, Meek Mill, and Others Weigh In on J. Cole's Apology to Kendrick Lamar for His Diss Track "7 Minute Drill"

Several prominent figures in the hip-hop community have shared their reactions to J. Cole's recent apology to Kendrick Lamar for his diss track "7 Minute Drill."

During his performance at Dreamville Festival on Sunday, J. Cole publicly expressed regret for the controversial song, stating that he planned to remove it from streaming platforms. However, as of now, the track remains available.

J. Cole's Apology to Kendrick Lamar Sparks Responses from Hip Hop Figures:

Among those who have voiced their disappointment in Cole's decision is rapper Mick Jenkins, who described himself as "surprised" and "disappointed" by the turn of events. Comedian Lil Duval also chimed in, questioning how Cole could "give up in a rap beef."

As a. rappers rapper. As a competitor. I am surprised. I am disgusted. I am disappointed.

— Mick (@mickjenkins) April 8, 2024

Meanwhile, Charleston White, Charlamagne Tha God, and others have offered different perspectives on Cole's apology. While some have praised him for taking responsibility, others have criticized him for backing down from the conflict.

Charleston White reacts to J Cole apology to Kendrick Lamar! 😳💯 pic.twitter.com/zMALUf8F73

— The Menace 🥷 (@Charlestonwhyt) April 8, 2024

Charlamagne Tha God likes that J. Cole apologized to Kendrick Lamar

“it takes a real human to check himself... y’all want a man to attack a man for your entertainment because we are a culture that feeds off conflict"

- via The Breakfast Club pic.twitter.com/zvZEHfF734

— SOUND (@itsavibe) April 8, 2024

How you give up in a rap beef you guaranteed not to die from? 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

— lil duval (@lilduval) April 8, 2024

On the other hand, Hot 97 co-host Ebro Darden drew parallels to a similar situation involving JAY-Z, who apologized for his explicit diss track aimed at Nas in the past. Similarly, radio personality Peter Rosenberg viewed Cole's apology as a strategic move, turning a loss into a win.

Jay Z apologized too and lost that battle.

And look where he ended up.

Hmmmm

— the Old Man Ebro (@oldmanebro) April 8, 2024

I'm proud of @JColeNC ... that was some grown ass sh^t he did tonight .. turned an L into W

— Peter Rosenberg (@Rosenbergradio) April 8, 2024

However, rapper Meek Mill took a different stance, suggesting that instead of ending the feud, it could be transformed into a collaborative album.

I rather Cole and Kendrick do the historic album throw shots on the same album and eat off it … it’s only words! They smart it won’t be violent … why everybody pushing beef but when you on that they say you crazy “ the burning house” https://t.co/bNWmdjvf8C

— MeekMill (@MeekMill) April 8, 2024

50 Cent responded also to J. Cole's live apology to Kendrick Lamar by inviting Cole to call him, indicating he wanted to discuss further.

50 Cent tells J.cole to call his phone after cole apologized to Kendrick Lamar live on stage at #DreamvilleFest pic.twitter.com/xKewX2n0C3

— WhatsOnRap (@WhatsOnRap__) April 8, 2024

Overall, J. Cole's apology has sparked a range of reactions within the hip-hop community, highlighting the complexities of navigating conflicts and maintaining integrity in the industry.

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