J. Cole Gives Song Writing Advice!

[@allashuwa_]

Shout to all the artists who actually come up with their own lyrics

[@DanRuibi]

There's pure Bliss in dat ❤️

[@no2ed]

ive never written i just freestyle mine

[@peteytv9883]

DRAKE CANT RELATE

[@dukeswrld8995]

Drake you have 24hrs to respond

[@Cadensplace]

Check me out

[@Streatz-ys7pp]

J cole has no idea how much his lyrics. Has pushed me threw the hardest parts of my Life 🥲🥲🥲

[@rasagaul9109]

N u don't even know how much light he gives his people from the 2 6 he's not just another rapper he did the Impossible niggas fighting for they lifes out there I felt blessed just to get over the state line and to think he made it so far he can buy what ever he wants and he doesn't a real humble hero

[@Lemz_276]

Facts 💯

[@justjustin4044]

Seriously

[@obeyjim2282]

Facts

[@soba_star]

Same brother bear i feel u

[@melinatransou2660]

Writers and deep thinkers relate to this on a whole different level

[@imliving8077]

Naaa fr fr

[@jg7499]

Wrdddd

[@bkthaartist8822]

Facts

[@yungstyles18]

Yu ain’t lie😂

[@Ready_Set_Solphry]

Facts

[@dweg2932]

This isn't music advice. This is life advice. This is exactly why I love j cole so much, bros realest of the real.

[@jf8468]

Music is life

[@He1loEarthling]

For real can't wait around for motivation or inspiration, or to believe in yourself, u need discipline.

[@Walter-iw6ml]

Real recognize Real❤

[@SlickEvan]

true

[@GabrielPappaianni]

It's, it's, it's.... uhm... grippy!

[@JarisMusic]

Word of advice for punchlines: write the second bar first.

[@5200KL]

huh?

[@JarisMusic]

@@5200KL write the (main) punchline you have, as the second line, so you can write backwards creating a smoother transition. this also forces you to keep the scheme going and possibly come up with a harder punchline to follow.

[@dukafresh6577]

Real shit

[@Levi-1992]

Clever! You can be much more creative with the set up bar(s)!

[@its2chop]

​@@JarisMusicbeen doing all them technics and this is my results of great writing

[@DAnimations.]

This was really helpful, thank you.

[@AjithKanes]

😂

[@Fishing413]

Word too. I been on a weird road where i know i have talent but something in my life makes it where i have to stop and get back into it and build momentum all over again. If i do it again I'm going full throttle

[@DAnimations.]

@@Fishing413 why not do it now. Do it in-between doing other things too. Just think of lines and write them down. Then extrapolate later.

[@somandlanigel416]

Geniunely was

[@sukibourquin7067]

I would like to interview you and thank you for giving me hope for the possibility of creating a world I'd like to live in and dealing with a loss and shooting of my 16 year old son Suki

[@castcancelled]

"The best rapper breathing it just failed to hit you You couldn't tell, cuz you feel for the bells and whistles"

[@sapchhunga2663]

Nice one💥

[@uh.jadian2309]

AND THAT'S AN AREA I DONT EXCEL 🗣️🗣️🗣️🗣️

[@shrancks]

Im from the ville where young girls talk grown as hell.. its raw

[@gisar.6539]

@@shrancksdarkness comes when we all fail to sell, we hit our last straw

[@-smellerbee-]

​@@gisar.6539 wrong song but good attempt

[@terrellgladney606]

Bro just low key gave you the blueprint to life

[@johnlewismusicc]

IM MORE LOVEDD TNE EE

[@scummathias]

trusting the first line to lead to your second is huge.

[@GoldenChild_TV]

That’s why I write everyday, stay consistent that’s what motivates you. That’s what he’s saying.

[@Samueldakey]

Except It's harder to write every day; life gets in the way

[@chrismoore3580]

​@@Samueldakey The fame only raises when the pen to the page is the greatest. You aiming for saneness.. looking insane to the brainless. Deranged and feeling caged. So you wait until you weightless. Starving the brain can be a bit dangerous. The hunger lays out like a drop of paint on the pavement.

[@91Definite]

@@Samueldakeythat’s really how it be for me…I just keep trying cause I love writing music

[@undertakerblaise256]

@@chrismoore3580beautiful

[@austinc6270]

@@chrismoore3580 bars

[@benbrian9884]

the best example of cole’s writing is on his features, especially one of his newer features titled “grippy” 💀💀

[@IhsaanMuhammad-w7h]

Womp womp lol 😂

[@limsrusill]

Man, The Climb Back is super underrated, favorite Cole track by far.

[@Michael-pl9lw]

100% It gives me hope and courage

[@romeofficiall]

Definitely my favorite on the album

[@johnlewismusicc]

I NEED LOVE ON M YMUSICC!

[@fantasyplaydates6372]

Eeeeeeeeeevery thang come back full circle

[@ryderfromgta]

Lots of underrated tracks on that album. The whole album underrated af

[@corderomartin7959]

This is solid advice for anything you want to do. Anything that’s yours. Just start showing up for it and the rest will work itself out

[@johnlewismusicc]

I NEEED LOVE ON MY MUSICC!!

[@johnlewismusicc]

IM MORE LOVEDD THEN U WILLL EEBE R NE1@zayWGK

[@johnlewismusicc]

I NEED LOVE ON MY MUSICC!!! FAM@zayWGK

[@kingsaw5282]

Damn, I felt that

[@katiewheeler617]

💯🎯🎯

[@henryeveluck3985]

Damn, well said… exactly what I feel/what goes through my mind

[@johnlewismusicc]

I NEED LOVE ONM MY MSUUCC!!

[@johnlewismusicc]

AAY FAAM!!! I NEEDD LOVE ON MY MUSICC!

[@tylertyler1360]

I feel like this can be applied to everything in life. The hardest part of finishing something is getting started.

[@andrewtippins1727]

Be open minded and not scared. Point at random objects one after another. Get uncomfortable.

[@katiewheeler617]

Lmao😂 point at random objects

[@namespaced4437]

@@katiewheeler617 its a good writing excersize. Point at something in your room, write a bit about it. Point to something else, write, so you can learn how to find relations

[@weplaydk2343]

​@@namespaced4437yep. To non writers, alot of tips to combat writers block sounds silly and non sensical, but as someone thats written music for years, it's spot on. I also believe it's valuable to write often, treat it like any muscle group you work on in the gym.

[@lowkeyIbes]

Showing up is half the battle. 💯

[@maddy420angel2]

I feel this with my whole heart. I stopped writing for a while and part of it was due to traumatic events causing me to just feel blocked and "mentally paralyzed"... but that feeling of lacking confidence when the song finally does want to come out is sooooo real.

[@jasongraham4425]

That’s a man who spent some time in the writing process 💯

[@AfricanGirl]

this me now. I used to write everyday now barely. he's right

[@ookie218]

THIS

[@AfricanGirl]

@@ookie218 ok n....

[@ookie218]

@@AfricanGirl and what!? 😂 I'm saying I agree 😂

[@ookie218]

@@AfricanGirl AYOOO 😂😂😂😂😂

[@hunterx23x66]

☝🏿🖤😔💯

[@spacegodzilla100]

Honestly I always listen to what rappers are saying when you write you have so much to say, I write because I'm usually quite and it's the only way that I can express my feelings I may never rap but writing just give me a sense of feeling sane

[@ShamPain23.]

Write me a song then we can split the profits 50/50😂

[@AlohaBrawlhalla]

Everything comes back around full circle🗣️🗣️🗣️

[@KevinMcLean]

As a writer who's also written for a long time, I second this advice

[@tonytooshort]

When the GOAT speaks, you listen

[@salihusule5481]

J. Cole is always a real one 🙏. There's no other rapper that I respect more than this guy ryt here.

[@015jeany2]

I can relate, I had some troubles after spending a year without writing,but now I'm getting there.

[@Djeucbess]

As an illustrator, this is so valid

[@TheRussianGenius]

wild how it relates to so much

[@headlock9870]

This mindset can be applied to so many aspects in life. That real 💯

[@JoeGunna724]

That’s why I love the stu, gotta get them ideas out

[@ThandoKING]

Faxx bro📠🔥🔥

[@musicvibes6104]

The artist's way inspired J Cole

[@joek8869]

Things don't just "happen". You gotta make them happen baby!!! Lets Go!!!!

[@realazreal]

This is so relatable I ain't gonna lie Cole is kinda inspirational

[@kriswashington4417]

As a song writer that's the biggest advice I've heard in this process💯💯💯💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾🚀🛸👽

[@damokles5922]

...thats so true. the water tap must first be turned on so that the water can flow... but even though ive been aware of this for a long time, i often still get stuck on the first line

[@jordanjohnson6402]

U just gotta write man. The first line can be simple as can be then just delete it after you’ve gotten 10 lines in. Where I’m from the water run brown when it first turn on.. but if you leave it on a few seconds.. it runs clear

[@damokles5922]

@@jordanjohnson6402 you so right man thank you

[@91Definite]

@@damokles5922you ain’t alone man, I write music myself, gotta keep pressing on. Be creative as you can be 💯

[@ShamPain23.]

That’s some dope asz advice fam🤙🏾💯

[@wawawhayaaa]

@@jordanjohnson6402 one that's type dirty, get yourself a plumber to check that out and two I know it was just an analogy. But to the og comment, figure out techniques for writing that work for you. Yes you can use techniques other say but you will see what works best for you as you write more. So write more. I can share some techniques I have for myself that work for me. I may not be trying to write but I hear a song playing on spotify. When I start flowing to it as if Im featured on the song, I start writing to it. I get inspired. These bars may not even have anything to do with the song's message. I just write. These bars may be used for a new song. Other times, I write random bars that come to me. Nothing crazy like 2 or 4 bars. Overtime, I have what I call a 'bar reserve.' A collection of a whole bunch of these bar pieces. If I see connections between some of them, then hey, I now have a bigger piece. That may even inspire a theme. I now have a bigger picture. I then am able to add more to it and now I have a verse. I still have a theme, lets start the second verse

[@arnoldles858]

J cole is a mirror for rappers

[@MrMartinpro]

This is a key behind every creativity not just lyrics

[@cmartin834]

Straight facts great lyricists know that the best lyrics organically flow out of you and become stale with overthinking

[@gabefuller6860]

What a wonderful soul you are j cole💯

[@TheOneAndOnlyOne-1]

The sample still slaps goddamn

[@mikeyg8568]

I would absolutely listen to anything Cole has to say about songwriting. This dude is a master

[@apexshinobi602]

I’ve written songs in my past that were so good it’s amazing, like not to sound cocky or arrogant (I apologize because it definitely comes off that way but) I read them now and literally get goosebumps from how I thought of punchlines and stitched them together so seamlessly and I was able to paint vivid images with my words and describe emotions most people couldn’t even put into words. I took a long break and now I read them to the beats they were written for and I feel the same goosebumps and emotions my friends felt when I spit em but, it’s been so long, I’m so scared I can’t tap into that fire again. My homie said I just need that beat that speak to me which is hard to find rn but, appreciate coles advice cuz I know deep down I can’t wait for inspiration cuz it may never come but I definitely deeply relate to that “write the first line and…. Ehh nah that’s corny” cuz everything I write at first I instantly shoot down in search for that blazing hot line that’ll melt the page, gotta stop being so critical and let the process happen. Hopefully it’ll reignite that old flame, hopefully…

[@natsix4857]

Basically he's saying, take the first step, and let it be the first step. Don't move backwards...

[@ChandlerOliv]

J Cole talking real facts right here

[@robertdawood279]

He’s top 5 🔥

[@danielgutz3662]

Cole will always be a 🐐 help me thru tough times

[@Skittle_skyler]

He’s given us all so much hope he helped me figure my way off the streets into a house and into a beautiful family and I’ll forever be greatful for the verses

[@NeoExists]

That is actually the most helpful advice on this topic I have ever seen

[@BALVINDERSINGH04]

J Cole is like God for me 🙏💯

[@reekhavoc2932]

Everything come back around full circleeeeee

[@Magik847]

I just told my homeboy this the other day ✊🏾

[@j.montes3315]

My soul felt this. Thank you

[@KotmRul]

I feel the “it’s the first line” 😂

[@dervonmayfield9365]

This relevant to a lot of other different situations also

[@solaraslays]

Needed this reminder. Thank you. 🌻❤️

[@GingerLove-sz7cq]

I just love Cole! Authenticity is everything just do you.

[@SkeletorSSK]

My dream is to become a rapper and he and kendrick and juice are my idols. The lyrics are important but I have a difficulty on making a beat. The beat needs to be catchy and fire

[@atharvachavan6264]

SAME BROO

[@JaeElise]

I have this problem now

[@listen7504]

That’s why producers are a thing bro u don’t HAVE to make beats

[@prideisthedevil9738]

Bro just hire a producer to make beats for u online and start rapping bruh

[@tommyali1787]

u dont need to make ur own beats g

[@romeebmusic]

I love this dude dog . Who cares if he apologized . Cole will ALWAYS be top 3

[@larryhillz726]

Great advice still trying to be consistent with my writing ✍️ 🙏🏾🎵🔥🔥🔥

[@deseancarter9643]

Showing up is half the battle.

[@Jo3Duk3]

This is so real! Every time it’s been a while since I’ve made a song I always second guess my ideas.

[@augustineabuor1910]

I can relate deeply to this

[@jonathanrodriguez1098]

I swear to god , it’s been 3 years since I’ve written a song , but lately I’ve grown the passion to attempt to write again , so here I am at work , listening to instrumentals to try to find some inspiration and yet … nothing , then I stumbled across this …. We got this , thank you cole ✌🏼🖤

[@Charliesan2315]

Recently started writing and recording again. Its feels like there is soo much i haven't spoke on starting to get addicted again

[@BooCuzz]

Dude just literally described my thought patterns 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@da_onlydavid5259]

Such a fuckin inspiration

[@Pastor_ifeanyi_wealth]

I love you jcole, imma see you and meet you one day to thank you for being my greatest inspiration in rap!

[@MrLionWoods56]

I needed to hear that. Thanks Cole 🙏🏽

[@mr.dr0bot731]

As someone who writes books I completely agree with this. Gotta keep that sword sharp.

[@elvisjonathan3414]

Thank u bro

[@Tuzimor]

This guy always talk life like raw real basis, like you Bro's👍✌️

[@fed7759]

Bro I love how J.Cole became a rasta homeboy

[@tmoney4782]

He his speaking hard azz facts bro 😊

[@dannyfbaby4804]

Lil Wayne don’t even gotta think of a lyric. He just spews out clever shit without even thinking what to say

[@GldKarat]

As a writer I deeply understand

[@quasonrobinson1937]

Damn I'm literally going thru this right now

[@StephanRobinson-b3i]

This is hella facts cause I use to be heavy into writing and I stopped for a while and the trust of my words definitely made me hesitant

[@idrop579]

Could really apply this to alot of shit, I wanna start doin music nd making lil video game edits but always put it off, i just needa get to making that first beat. editing that first clip with actual focus and then let it flow from there

[@slimygoon9993]

Fax, every song I write start with a single random bar, then just write the song. Sometimes I don’t finish it completely, but it always give me something to circle back too

[@soba_star]

I would also say if u have an idea write it down regardless if you think it’s good or not it’s not like ur hard committed to it if u write it down or anything

[@profiteli8034]

Pure & honest.

[@yaheardme111]

Wish I heard this year's ago I'm still writing now Hate writers block

[@B.Wrecks]

It’s all about that first line that leads you on to the next and guides the rest of the song. Love Cole man

[@dfbrand0n120]

Song: J. Cole - The Climb Back

[@BrandonJones-gg3pb]

These thoughts kept me motivated before I even heed them. Shoutout Cole

[@funhousemirror]

I think he should've waited around a bit longer before deciding to write Grippy

[@EyasuSkaggs]

This man always gives excellent advice

[@fendibabii2118]

Looking like Bob Marley

[@BdDaBOMB]

🔥 Show-Up then Show-Out

[@Spoiledcoffeee]

Yo ima rappa , stay true to your words, cuz it’ll zap ya No cappa

[@clementinelives]

Delete this, please.

[@Spoiledcoffeee]

@@clementinelives ahahahah😂

[@armaan78696]

@@clementinelives why?

[@listen7504]

💀🙏bro tf

[@kyleknight6512]

You’ll get there one day bro you gone be big on not 🔥

[@roccoelliot]

BROOO Cole is always delivering right when you need it

[@brian.d6808]

it’s… its… it’s…. GRIPPY

[@bstlamar149]

Why do lies sound pleasant but the truth hurtful , everyone gotta cry once inna while but how long will it take for you smile - Cole 🔥

[@double_deerapper9574]

Its…its…its…ummm, Grippyy

[@tripl9]

pay a lil extra so they can meet mickey 👹

[@whatsgoingon1239]

This advice does along way even for me with trading it’s about trusting yourself and your skill

[@imjer3miah]

This is why he's my goat

[@yoslofficial]

dis vid og asf 2 any artist, preciate dis perspective

[@uthoobaro1]

This can be applied to other aspects of life too. Amazing talk Cole

[@bluegrassdxs]

the one & only J. Cole. respect

[@biggSHNDO]

Stuff like thissa make a man feel so inspired

[@StoneyOfficialTV]

I literally just learned this lesson a couple of days ago, and now I'm seeing this! So true!