J. Cole’s decision to stay out of Drake and Kendrick's beef looks smart right now. Fans praise J. Cole for stepping out of the current rap beef
After Drake's "Family Matters" and Kendrick Lamar's fiery response with "Meet the Grahams," the internet erupted with commentary. Fans quickly began reflecting on J. Cole's decision to remain out of the heated rap feud, suggesting it might have been a smart move on his part.
J. Cole surprised fans with the release of his project, "Might Delete Later," on April 5, just as the Drake and Kendrick drama was unfolding.
The album contained tracks that caught listeners' attention, particularly "7 Minute Drill," which seemed to allude to Lamar's recent disses.
In the song, Cole delivers lines like, "Your first s**t was classic, your last s**t was tragic," seemingly addressing Lamar's discography.
However, during his headlining performance at the Dreamville Festival on April 7, J. Cole publicly expressed regret for "7 Minute Drill." He admitted feeling uneasy about the song and apologized to the crowd for his actions.
Cole explained that he had felt pressured to respond to Lamar but realized that engaging in the beef disrupted his peace. Instead, he praised Lamar's greatness and acknowledged him as one of the greatest artists in hip-hop history.
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Fans took note of Cole's humility and respect towards Lamar, applauding his decision to step back from the feud. They commended him for prioritizing peace and acknowledging Lamar's talent, contrasting it with the ongoing drama between Drake and Lamar.
As jokes circulated on social media about Cole watching from the sidelines while Drake and Lamar exchanged blows, fans reflected on the significance of Cole's actions.
Many agreed that his decision to avoid getting dragged into the beef demonstrated maturity and wisdom, earning him even more respect from his fans.
Check Out Fans' Reaction About J. Cole:
kendrick and drake verbally assaulting each other
— Deion | SeeReax (@SeeReax) May 4, 2024
meanwhile j cole pic.twitter.com/dXNQAEeYoJ
I’m now convinced someone told J Cole this not just competitive rap, Kendrick hate Drake fr and to get out the way. I’m glad J Cole ain’t let us peer pressure him into this typa stress lol
— Olayemi Olurin (@msolurin) May 4, 2024
Nah this nigga J Cole saw every possible outcome of this rap battle like Doctor Strange lmaooo
— Kar (@karlogan_) May 4, 2024
Drake: You beat your wife
— Mr. Cinco De Mayo (@KingHyde12) May 4, 2024
Kendrick: You’re hiding another child
J Cole: pic.twitter.com/ff7SqgytLr
While Drake and Lamar's feud continues to captivate the hip-hop community, J. Cole's decision to stay out of the drama and focus on positivity and respect for his peers serves as a reminder of the importance of maturity and integrity in the industry.