J Cole Apologises To Kendrick Lamar After Dissing Him On New Album

J Cole’s recent public apology to Kendrick Lamar has sent shockwaves through the rap community.

The rap feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake reignited when Kendrick dissed Drake on Metro Booming and Future’s track ‘Like’. J Cole found himself entangled in the crossfire after referring to himself, Drake, and Kendrick Lamar as the “big 3” on Drake’s hit single ‘First Person Shooter’.

Kendrick’s response on ‘Like’, where he excluded himself from the trio and dissed Drake’s latest album, intensified the tension. Fans eagerly awaited responses from Drake and J Cole, with J Cole being the first to fire back on his surprise album ‘Might Delete Later’ with the track ‘7 Minute Drill’.

In the song, J Cole took subtle shots at Kendrick’s discography while asserting his respect for him. However, J Cole surprised many by making a U-turn during his 2024 Dreamville Festival performance.

Expressing unease over his diss towards Kendrick, J Cole publicly apologized for belittling Kendrick Lamar’s discography. He admitted feeling conflicted about his actions and acknowledged the discomfort it caused him spiritually.

During his heartfelt speech, J Cole praised Kendrick as one of the greatest rappers and expressed remorse for his past remarks. He asked for forgiveness from his fans and reflected on the impact of his words on his peace of mind.

Ending his speech, J Cole performed his hit single ‘Luv Yours’, emphasizing that the song serves as a reminder of who he truly is. He also announced his intention to take a step back from social media, indicating the profound effect the incident had on him.