J.Cole’s The Off-Season: First REACTION/ REVIEW

J.Cole’s The Off-Season: First REACTION/ REVIEW. This is our first reaction and review of J.Cole’s new album The Off-Season. The tracklist includes 95. South, Amari, My Life ft. 21 Savage & Morray, Applying Pressure, Punchin The Clock, 100. Mil, Pride is the Devil ft. Lil Baby, Let Go My Hand, Interlude, The Climb Back, Close & Hunger On Hillside. This is J.Cole’s sixth studio album and his follow-up to 2018’s KOD. We got a crazy J.Cole Freestyle on The Los Angeles Leakers “Power 106” show and Applying Pressure: The Off-Season Documentary to kick off a great roll-out for this new album.
It will be interesting to see if J.Cole’s The Off-Season ends up being one of the best rap albums of 2021 and if it will lead to Cole taking control of the rap game. J.Cole’s retirement is looming and this will most likely be one of his last albums. This instant reaction/review of J.Cole’s new album The Off-Season takes you through the best performances on the album, the production choices, and our overall thoughts on the music. We also used our scorecard system to give visuals to our thoughts on the content, performances, features, production, instant replay value, and our overall rating of the album. What did you think of J.Cole’s new album The Off-Season?
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0:00 Intro
1:01 Artist Performance
3:54 Content
7:33 Features
11:35 Production
15:52 Instant Replay
18:45 Overall Rating
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[@NFRPodcast]

Additional Information: -Bas, 6LACK, James Fauntleroy and Diddy have vocals on the album -Cam'ron opens up the album on '95 . s o u t h' Hope everyone enjoys the breakdown🙏

[@TheBoyJA]

what song has the 6lack vocals?

[@TheBoyJA]

@@macaronisaladst thank you

[@calvinosantiago]

thats actually makes sense now. tbh i never really peeped bas but now i need to look into him

[@chrswlf2657]

Who does the chorus on My life?

[@macaronisaladst]

@@chrswlf2657 it's morray

[@laralara-lq3pz]

This album was literally fantastic, the melodies, the production, everything was amazing, it has no skips, every single song is amazing.

[@NFRPodcast]

Glad you enjoyed the album Lara! Hopefully you enjoyed the review too🙏

[@anonymous.42]

Bruh I lost my shit when I heard the lil baby and 21 feature. this album was fire it was worth the wait Cole4ever

[@NFRPodcast]

Who performed better, Baby or 21?👀

[@tanakachidavaenzi8892]

@@NFRPodcast that 21 verse was fire 🔥🔥

[@sethrussell7771]

@@NFRPodcast baby, that transition was so crazy..

[@93ToInfinity420]

21s verse was sick but the way baby came in was too 🥶

[@anonymous.42]

@@NFRPodcast 21 did good but the way lil baby caught j Cole's flow was crazy

[@mikekerr7871]

I loved the transition between Cole’s and Lil Baby’s verse 🔥

[@NFRPodcast]

It was perfect right?🤯

[@karl98k63]

DID YOU HEAR THIS MAN?!?! This man was HUNGRY. You can hear it in his voice through the entire album. Confidence through the roof.

[@NFRPodcast]

Yes the confidence was through the roof for real! Now we wait for The Fall Off🙏

[@ihearyoupierce]

Album shook me at first then I had another listen then I feel like he snapped🔥

[@NFRPodcast]

Wasn't what you expected?🤔

[@jefjef601]

@@NFRPodcast this is the most experimental cole has been so its different to hear him with the autotune on a lot of songs, also his singing is different too. In that case its kind of a shock but the more u listen to it the more it grows on you

[@WWEfan051905]

THE GOATS WITH A REVIEW VIDEO... My opinions: I feel like most people didnt enjoy the new Cole album in thier first listen cause its differnt from his recent albums. KOD, 2014 FHD, FYEO, these albums all had a sequence to thier songs in some way, they all tell a story. The Off Season is not necessarily in a sequence or an order, its like what people said J Cole said it would be, Pure Bars just like the warm up. I love this album, new flow and styles that je absolutely destroyed, this man is a beast. This Album was fire no doubt about it, Worth the wait in my opinion, and the features definitely played thier part, props to Lil Baby and 21 my favorite features for killin thier features. Favorite track as of now is [ Pride.is.the.devil ]

[@bybgceodevin4291]

God Tier album. There will never be another Cole so give him his roses while he’s here..

[@max-zf8ob]

there’s one more lmao

[@joeljoseph9017]

God tier 🤣😆🤣 Cole will never reach that level

[@bybgceodevin4291]

@@joeljoseph9017 your pride is the Devil 😂😂😂😂

[@NFRPodcast]

Yes we do need to pay respect to Cole while he's here; one of a kind artist🔥

[@ronnypooky]

@@joeljoseph9017 get your ears checked. he's one of the greatest ever.

[@amanskishan4775]

Man this was FINEST Album! It's so evident in his raps and bars that he has reached GOD level!

[@NFRPodcast]

What do you think was his best bar on the whole album?👀

[@chickentikkamosalah]

@@NFRPodcast “Check out my projects, like them workers that Section 8 appoints/ And you’ll see how ‘i’ flip like exclamation points” AND he gives the Kobe reference (...section 8......more 2 guard......enough straps to fill 4 u-hauls) with ‘8 2-4’.

[@quentinjackson4453]

The confidence was really there and he definitely didn't hold back

[@NFRPodcast]

Yeah Cole snapped as usual... do you think this could end up being your album of the year?

[@quentinjackson4453]

Definitely but so far my top 3 albums of 2021 would have to be ROADRUNNER, Shelly fka dram and the off season

[@quentinjackson4453]

@@NFRPodcast but i feel like there's gonna be a huge catalogue of music I'm still waiting for Pusha, JID & Freddie to drop

[@dylanb2364]

@@quentinjackson4453 I got roadrunner too as well as off-season. I really liked slowthai’s album too

[@fizeno5280]

This album is easily a 9/10 there are no bad songs on this album to me and he kept his energy from beginning to end

[@NFRPodcast]

I agree that there aren't any bad songs, what's your favorite hook on here?🤔

[@fizeno5280]

@@NFRPodcast my top 3 would prob be Pride is the devil, 95 south, and Hunger on the hillside

[@noahgearhart4098]

This is the most consistent Cole has ever been. There isn't a bad song on the album

[@NFRPodcast]

What’s your favorite track?

[@tryztanpadernal9579]

Why is this channel is so underrated

[@NFRPodcast]

Much love tryztan, tell your friends about this🙏

[@nicknowles6309]

The off season is amazing, his flow and bars were top tier. And man when 21 Savage came on I lost my shit I was so hyped. Cole killed it I really enjoyed the project

[@NFRPodcast]

Was definitely a solid effort from Cole as usual🙏

[@theuniqueoneable]

Hunger on hillside is Love yours part 2 in my opinion, this song will bring me back from this drought I am in my life , I won't give up and I got this and anybody going through something we got this !!!! I love this song , WE WILL BECOME AND BE OUR BEST SELF. I needed this , I am about to make the biggest comeback yet I know it will be hard but I won't give up.

[@NFRPodcast]

Beautiful to see how many people are inspired by Cole's music💯. This project really helped me put into perspective what should really be valued in this life (family, unity, craft, etc.) Good luck on your comeback and we hope you enjoyed the review🙏

[@theuniqueoneable]

@@NFRPodcast thank you so much !!

[@hueysoprano]

It’s so hard to put it above 2014 FHD cuz the memories it gave me and this album has even been out a day. This really may be his best work tho. Without a debate it’s a top 3 cole project. #COLEWORLD

[@NFRPodcast]

I love that you feel so strongly about this album, it was great🙏

[@shashidargobi4229]

This album is always one of the underrated J Cole album of all time

[@alexmuigai-jd2vf]

this is the first album where all the songs are in my rotation. no skips..coleworld

[@nicedude2078]

solid review as always guys keep it up

[@nicib]

Probably my 3rd favourite album from Cole, after 2014 FHD and 4 your eyez only. Pride is the devil my favourite track

[@troescobar6866]

crazy how his discography has so many different moods

[@nicib]

@@troescobar6866 exactly, not a single album sounds the same

[@anthonyvelasquez8234]

Ngl I think I agree, it’s something different from j cole but it’s still fire 🔥 but to me nothing will ever compare too 2014 forest hills drive

[@Omairipr]

@@anthonyvelasquez8234 Lets give this album some time...

[@NFRPodcast]

Do you think that Cole reached his prime with this project?

[@Lu_Cidtrip]

This is his best work. I feel confident saying that after 5 listens.

[@akchubeats3758]

stop the cap. maybe 2nd

[@josephholmes3874]

I don’t think it beats Born Sinner, but it’s definitely second

[@Idk88-j2m]

Idk imo FHD, 4 your eyes only, kod, then maybe the off season

[@NFRPodcast]

What makes this his best work for you?

[@Lu_Cidtrip]

@@NFRPodcast The passion is really there. You can hear it in his voice and delivery like never before. His confidence is through the roof. You can hear his growth in every aspect of this album.

[@GoofyNewfie13]

After the beef and grippy I knew i had to relisten to this album and it reminded me of how talented cole really is, this albums damn near a 10/10 imo and i can't wait for him to drop the falloff

[@_sam_24]

I think the album's gonna age well 🔥

[@NFRPodcast]

I definitely agree with that, same narrative as with every Cole album; will stand the test of time🙏. you think Kendrick's coming soon?

[@_sam_24]

@@NFRPodcast Yes man Kendrick should come soon , his music is something I miss but practically speaking I don't think he gonna drop this year....but still hoping a feature or something or maybe a suprise album...✌🏼

[@CheaterCris]

ALBUM IS A 10/10 top 3 of j cole albums

[@NFRPodcast]

Amazing album! What are your top 3 songs so far🤔

[@GoZeepoh]

@@NFRPodcast 1. Let go my hand 2. Applying pressure 3. Pride is the devil

[@tanakachidavaenzi8892]

@@NFRPodcast My life Interlude Pride is the new devil

[@MrMlindi]

@NFR Podcast 1.Applying Pressure 2.Punchin the clock 3.Let go my hand

[@assassin7111]

8/10

[@theavenue7studios]

Love this podcast, ya'll know your stuff, great analysis. Keep up the good work people!

[@NFRPodcast]

Thank you very much🙏 stay tuned for more reviews and hip hop discussions!

[@matthewreale1220]

First thing I did after listening to it, I went straight to y’all’s channel. I love your guys content, y’all going to be huge one day

[@NFRPodcast]

Thanks for the love Matthew, appreciate you coming to us for our thoughts🙏

[@bluesomesam1664]

this channel becoming a favourite rn keep it up. these videos are so binge-able

[@NFRPodcast]

That's major love🔥 what is it about the videos that make them binge-able for you?

[@bluesomesam1664]

@@NFRPodcast just the casual feel to it. plus the topics interest me so its just nice to chill and watch

[@cogema97]

Found your channel through KZbin recommended and loving the format and energy you guys bring. I love Cole and loved this album, you got yourselves a new sub. Hope more can find you!

[@NFRPodcast]

That’s major love Connor, welcome to the family🙏 tell your friends about this!

[@SaintLiNo.]

This album was incredible man, so many super amazing aspects of it, it doesn’t even feel real man. Also, I really dig the format of this video, J Cole AND you guys snapped🔥

[@NFRPodcast]

Aye that's major love, happy you enjoyed the review and the album🔥 album was definitely incredible and will be one of the best of the year!

[@chas3ton]

Can’t believe we rolling up on the 1 year anniversary of this album

[@alexlaskin7926]

Amazing review guys!

[@NFRPodcast]

Appreciate you Alex! Stay connected with us and we'll keep the reviews coming🙏

[@lucafaggella4878]

Was way different than anything I expected but it’s fire. The features and production were amazing too

[@NFRPodcast]

Yeah it was very different than what most of us expected, great album!

[@wyliebees3028]

shoutout the boys on the ball as always with the review

[@NFRPodcast]

Much love! How did you feel about the album?

[@maverickontop9073]

Not gonna lie - After my first initial listen of the album, I was extremely disappointed and it wasn’t vibing with me for some reason. But once I listened a second time and then a third time, I was fucking heavy with it and still am. I think it threw me off how short the album was and also how this felt more like a B-project from Cole rather than a fully fledged project: this is Cole’s Untitled Unmastered in a sense. The production throughout the album is fantastic, Cole’s performance whether it be rapping or singing is fantastic, Features were good and it has very high replay value because how short and digestible it is. This feels like the perfect appetizer while we wait for a fully fleshed out project from Cole. It’s dope how far Cole has come as a producer and how he’s improved as a singer. This album surprisingly even has some experimental elements to it with certain songs. Great stuff from Cole

[@NFRPodcast]

Thank you for this awesome analysis🔥 I love what you said about this being Cole's Untitled Unmastered, this is preparation for The Fall Off!

[@cd0859]

y'all got this out so quick

[@NFRPodcast]

We do our best🙏

[@radekora]

Man I need more of your Podcasts on Spotify my guys... y’all are carrying my working hours.

[@NFRPodcast]

Appreciate the support🙏

[@sidneema2716]

I was waiting for ur review

[@NFRPodcast]

That's awesome how did you like it?

[@sidneema2716]

@@NFRPodcast its fire but not better than FHD

[@BallerMixes]

Holy shit y'all are quick

[@NFRPodcast]

We do our best🙏

[@abombs5]

Amazing album🔥 & great review 🙏🏻

[@NFRPodcast]

Thank you🙏

[@jadenbellman4262]

Damn I love how y’all respond to comments. Respect ✊🏽

[@NFRPodcast]

It's almost impossible to get them all but we do our best🤝

[@owenmillson]

I have yet to listen to this new project but from what you guys and others are saying about the album I have high hopes and expectations! Amazing vid as always guys!

[@NFRPodcast]

Much love Owen hope you enjoy the album too🙏

[@owenmillson]

@@NFRPodcast I actually just finished listening to the album! My favourite songs were amari, my life, 100 mill, pride is the devil, interlude, the climb back, and hunger on hillside.

[@charlielake8229]

Amazing album, Pride is the Devil slaps so hard - also congrats on the channel growth !

[@NFRPodcast]

Thanks Charlie! What was your favorite feature on the album?🤔

[@charlielake8229]

@@NFRPodcast Hard to say, maybe 21, but all were exceptionally good.

[@romallephillips8826]

Can’t wait for his videos to follow 🙌🏾

[@NFRPodcast]

Which song do you want a video for the most?

[@romallephillips8826]

@@NFRPodcast 95 . South for sure!

[@adamwarlock-cu6qf]

LETS GOOOOOOOOOOO...🔥🔥🔥always on that grind😎

[@NFRPodcast]

How did you like the album?🤔

[@adamwarlock-cu6qf]

@@NFRPodcast Loved it, it was a bars for bars album. Plus onto of that he included some nice hooks on there for some tracks. He was trying to accomplish another bars album like his old mixtapes before going back into concert albums. Cant wait to do another full listen

[@erikalarcon9644]

Strong intro 🔥🔥 best album in 2021 so far, I hope Kendrick, Drake, Travis and many more artists hopefully can compete with this and talk album of the year.

[@NFRPodcast]

Yes I hope this sparks a fire in the hip hop world and people realize that they need to step up to create timeless music🔥

[@Peytonwatson14]

Very Cohesive Album, I Haven’t Ever Really Been Into Cole, Listened To KOD and Never Replayed It. But I played This Twice When I First Heard It. Need To Listen To It For A Few Weeks To Rate It

[@NFRPodcast]

Definitely a cohesive album and it is definitely meant to be heard more than a few times🙏

[@sorrynotsorry_lsc6535]

I loved it, some songs felt nostalgic to me and then some was that melodic rap! Amazing

[@NFRPodcast]

which songs felt nostalgic for you?

[@sorrynotsorry_lsc6535]

@@NFRPodcast 95. South and Applying Pressure! But after listening to the album a few times, it hits you in so many different ways!

[@only1marquis714]

I'm new to the channel I've seen a few episodes and I've subscribed you guyz are dope af, keep it up!!!

[@NFRPodcast]

Thank you for the love! How did you like the album and our review👀

[@only1marquis714]

I thought the review was on point and the album was straight 🔥🔥🔥

[@superman5825]

I loved the album it was truly amazing, I still miss the days when J. Cole featured Kendrick.

[@NFRPodcast]

I was expecting to see a Drake feature to be honest! Glad you liked the album🔥

[@mandoranleau1709]

Yo guys! Loved the podcast! If yall want I would’ve added some clips of the songs! It woulda made the podcast even better! Overrall loved it!

[@NFRPodcast]

Thanks Mando stay connected with us for more album reviews🙏 that's something we're definitely thinking about!

[@mihaelb22]

Bro when 21 came on my life my jaw literally literally dropped and it was fire off the rip 🔥10/10 perfect album no misses

[@NFRPodcast]

Did you prefer 21 Savage or Lil Baby's feature?

[@ntokozohlatshwayo165]

I felt Cole rapped like he was still trying to make it!

[@NFRPodcast]

The hunger was beautiful to witness🔥

[@dylopillow_]

Nice vid guys!

[@NFRPodcast]

Thanks man, enjoyed watching your reaction🙏

[@ndiwemabote2314]

It’s dope after 3 listens But I’m still digesting

[@NFRPodcast]

So much to digest... was tough making this review after just a few listens😅

[@camsettles]

I love the album and I love y’all content

[@NFRPodcast]

Appreciate you Cam! Is Cole one of your favorite artists?👀

[@camsettles]

@@NFRPodcast man since middle school

[@bhutmaswidi2755]

Album of the year😤

[@jmyname8290]

Great and fair rating you guys gave. Great production, great stories, great bars etc. The features were good and I'm nit picking here but thought they could have been better or cole by himself but like you guys said it gave some flavor to the album. I'm a die hard cole fan and love this (a lot!) You guys hit all the aspects of it, keep it up! Maybe have a follow up video of the off season after it sits with you and comeback with more thoughts maybe? Be good 💪

[@NFRPodcast]

Thank you for the love🙏 another video for "The Off-Season" is on the way!

[@jeremiahakacanadianplug9168]

j Cole really came thru on this i think it might be a classic because i feel like there was a lot of replay value on this album that other albums did not have.

[@jahbrae]

I’ll say this... I didn’t like 2014 FHD first listen then later on I listened to it and it’s one of my favorite J Cole albums... but BRUH this one he was in his BAG! 😂 gahhh leee the freaking transition from J Cole to Lil Baby made me fall out my chair. This is the mixtape Cole that’s hungry and he showed his versatility on it. I enjoyed his experimentation and storytelling is always on tuck. Thank you guys for doing a dope extensive review with the color coded slides... I see y’all ✊🏾 Big ups

[@NFRPodcast]

Thank you for showing love and you're absolutely right that transition from Cole to Lil Baby was amazing🤯

[@fluffy97ish]

I'm just mad it was so short i was lowkey expecting 15+ songs since he said it took years to make it but i fucken love COLE!

[@kingfadal4711]

Oh the setup of the review is fuckin amazing I been wanting a channel like this U guys were hidden I just subbed

[@NFRPodcast]

Thank you King Fadal and welcome to the channel🙏 you like the format for the reviews?

[@kingfadal4711]

@@NFRPodcast yea I really like the format Looking forward to vids in the future fasho 🔥

[@martix2239]

I love how the features weren’t shown, so I was soooo hyped when I heard 21 savage ! Shit was wild 😭 wish I could hear it again for the first time

[@NFRPodcast]

We need more hidden feature lists

[@thendomudau8778]

It gets better with each listen

[@BrysonCole]

Loved it

[@NFRPodcast]

Bryson what's good! Did it meet your expectations?👀

[@nbsalan_5763]

The album is fire 🔥

[@NFRPodcast]

Top 3 Songs?🤔

[@channel_osh]

Even though I didn't like the album as much as you guys I gotta say as a first time watcher I enjoyed the video alot

[@NFRPodcast]

Thanks Josh we cover the biggest rap albums and do reviews almost every week so stay connected for that and dope hip hop discussions🙏

[@jfraz1992]

His best album since forest hill drive, very confident, changed his flow, finally had features, finally stepped it up

[@NFRPodcast]

That's a big statement but Cole definitely got out of his comfort zone to deliver one of his most mature albums yet🙏

[@clos888]

i always thought if cole let producers feed him beats n he solely focuses on the raps it would be a undeniably great project from him if not his best. time will tell where this ranks in his catalogue but the work he been puttin in to sharpen his skills is rly showin

[@NFRPodcast]

He's becoming a master at his craft and will hopefully perfectly harness his skills for The Fall Off!

[@spencercourtney5264]

This is a great album I love how he showcased a bunch of different styles

[@NFRPodcast]

He's testing the waters for The Fall Off👀

[@gizzleraps5626]

This a classic! Period! The amount of bars on this shit is insane, the technical ability on display is master class. The off season.

[@NFRPodcast]

Do you feel like this will end up being Cole's best?

[@gizzleraps5626]

@@NFRPodcast I think it will rival 2014 forest hills drive, I need to sit with it more but I’m 4 listens in already, it feels better every time

[@brunokoech4169]

The album is great the best intro by far he is setting standards this year 9/10

[@NFRPodcast]

Hope you enjoyed the review🙏

[@isaacjv235]

Perfect example of an album that gets better the more you listen to it . And Hunger on Hillside was amazing

[@NFRPodcast]

Do you prefer this over KOD?

[@Jenniferx-su6pw]

I’m obsessed . I love it so much especially let go my hand... I fucken love it LOVE it so much

[@NFRPodcast]

That song is amazing! If you enjoyed the review subscribe for more album reviews and hip hop discussions🙏

[@sanmnez2606]

Great analysis! Discovered you just this week and I love your objective but at the same time passionate approach to evaluate music By the way : what exactly are the album covers on the walls. Are these unfolded vinyl covers? Love it

[@NFRPodcast]

Thank you san! Yes they are vinyl covers🔥

[@maxwellowusu4407]

Cole Delivered 💯 The features fit in perfectly

[@NFRPodcast]

Cole did deliver! What do you think was the best aspect of the project?

[@maxwellowusu4407]

@@NFRPodcast It felt whole. Complete. No unnecessary fillers. Lean and mean. As a fan its exciting to see the passion he still has and executing it at such a high level

[@Daniel-my7nw]

I love 21 and morray on 'my life'

[@NFRPodcast]

Were you happy Cole worked with younger artists or did you want him to tap in with some legends?👀

[@Daniel-my7nw]

@@NFRPodcast still hoping for a kendrick collab one day, but i loved that he worked with morray, love that guy

[@aggghgaabk]

9/10 absolutely fire

[@NFRPodcast]

Amazing project!

[@danielsosa4846]

Production is crazy!!!!!!!

[@NFRPodcast]

Favorite beat?

[@danielsosa4846]

That’s a hard one but I would say “let.go.my.hand” and “the.climb.back”

[@nicolasnudo6762]

Cole went different & i loved it

[@NFRPodcast]

Beautiful album

[@brunojosuequifanda3733]

My favorite song is applaying pressure, More Em's than the real slim shady video .Great bar.

[@NFRPodcast]

That shit was fire🔥 would love some visuals for that song!

[@nicolasnudo6762]

More listens the better it’ll get. I can feel it already

[@NFRPodcast]

Facts

[@vsam3861]

This album is just good. Ranking it against his other work it will probably fall below 2014, and Born Sinner.

[@NFRPodcast]

Fair enough! I agree that it's not his best album but it was still a solid effort!

[@streyy1740]

Amazing album tbh Amari, my life with the 21 feature and applying pressure are my favourites. Definitely a top 3 Cole project alongside 2014 FHD and 4yeo

[@NFRPodcast]

Did you like that Cole tapped in with younger artists for features?🤔

[@streyy1740]

@@NFRPodcast yea for sure woulda loved a Cordae or even a Saba feature cuz they are great story tellers tho great project still

[@adityabhardwaj4333]

Why can't I see the video btw love the podcast from india!!

[@NFRPodcast]

You should be able to see it now🔥

[@lunathimapikana146]

All away from South Africa 🇿🇦.. Just bumped your podcast ‼️it's dope‼️I'm going to subscribe asap.. Will for sure spread the word in South Africa

[@NFRPodcast]

Thank you very much hope to see you on future videos🙏

[@jessicafinley9996]

Instant replay

[@NFRPodcast]

YES this album demands repeat listens!

[@All-StarXXIII]

I am Sorry but this Album 💿 is 10/10 Perfect

[@NFRPodcast]

What's your favorite song on The Off Season?

[@All-StarXXIII]

h u n g e r . o n . h i l l s i d e , The Melody is crazy it’s something new by Cole in a long time but I feel like it reminds me of some old J. Cole Shit

[@matijailic9986]

Typing this before I've even watched the video and heard your opinion. This album is what I've been waiting for to hear from Cole all these years! Him rapping his ass off over GREAT aggressive production, while still being introspective. He hasn't sounded this hungry in a while. The album has such a 90s/early 2000s vibe. "95 south" heavilly reminded me of Hov's "U Don't Know" and tracks like "punching the clock" of 90s Nas/Mobb Deep. And when Diddy came in on that outro to "let go my hand"...come on man, how could one not think of Biggie's classic albums? Two listens in and I already dare to say this is my favorite Cole album and my favorite overall project of his ever since "Friday Night Lights". I didn't even mind that he was using autotune on some of the tracks. Only thing I'm still waiting for is a feature by someone who's actually able to outrap him. I really wanna hear Cole go toe-to-toe with someone like Big K.R.I.T. on "The Fall-Off". But other than that "The Off-Season" is fucking amazing!

[@NFRPodcast]

I love this breakdown and I couldn't agree more that he should have maybe included rappers that can truly challenge him🙏. how did you like the review?

[@matijailic9986]

@@NFRPodcast Thank you! I loved the review, another great and detailed analysis. I like how you take all the different aspects of an album into account when reviewing it. You guys are my new favorite hip hop podcast next to Dead End Hip Hop 😄

[@Omairipr]

Great album, im surprised by the replay value, like i listened to it a few times but im not getting enought of it, the bars are amazing, producing too, flow is crazy, this is really something else. Maybe in a few years we would come back to it and it will bring pandemic memories hahaha. I would like to add that in the last track i get some MBDTF vibes, really good track.

[@NFRPodcast]

What are your top 3 songs?🤔

[@Omairipr]

@@NFRPodcast 95 south, Devil is the pride and the last one

[@Yayi-ko8fc]

It’s cool. Didn’t really expect too much from cole but he gave me a couple of joints on this project. Production was much better than his typical production. Also I agree on the opinion of “let go of my hand”. One of his most unique songs. Overall tho I just feel like cole lyrics are pretty surface level. YES he’s a good rapper but there really isn’t much to digest that doesn’t sway away from him saying he’s the best or him talking about some issues going on in the country(again at a surface level). I can see why people love it but it’s overall a solid effort

[@JayPro4620]

Agreed.

[@NFRPodcast]

Do you feel like his bars have always been surface level?🤔

[@Yayi-ko8fc]

@@NFRPodcast tbh no I feel like back then he had a come up which made things more interstate and relatable but I have listened to it more and it has grown on me a little more. Overall he sounds very good which is dope. A solid album nevertheless. Songs like the climb back, let go of my hand, and applying pressure really gave me that old cole hunger. Btw I really dig the channel guys. Love the deep conversations and the chemistry y’all have.

[@pratyushkharel7045]

Bas was a key feature for the project and also 21 had one of the top 3/4 verses in the whole album so I wouldnt say Cole wasnt challenged

[@claudiazavate2572]

I really like this album. It hits diff. 100/10. I do love J cole

[@NFRPodcast]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Claudia! If you're new here join the family for more hip hop discussions and album reviews🔥

[@mr.wilbanks5034]

Bars bars bars

[@htx_tr3y586]

No skips! 🔥

[@NFRPodcast]

Favorite song?

[@htx_tr3y586]

@@NFRPodcast Close or applying pressure 🔥🔥🔥

[@evanbrong]

Fantastic album !!!

[@NFRPodcast]

Favorite song?

[@evanbrong]

@@NFRPodcast hunger on hillside ‼️

[@Ypengravings]

Fire 🔥

[@NFRPodcast]

🙏🙏

[@falseprophets6400]

2:28 caught that voice crack lmao

[@RG-FNR]

He didn’t glide on that, he was *shmooooooovin*

[@NFRPodcast]

Cole slid for real

[@josephholmes3874]

This was one of his best for sure!!

[@NFRPodcast]

What made this his best album for you?👀

[@josephholmes3874]

@@NFRPodcast First it’s been a long time in the making so I’ve been thirsting for some new Cole music. Second, it’s so refreshing to hear a new voice from J. Cole. There were bars in all of his songs and at first you might not vibe with everything but as you listen again and again you catch the things that make this album unique. I also felt that this album was kinda soulful and I love that kinda rap

[@therandomofrandom9152]

8/10 for me after 3 listens. The lil baby feature was an awesome surprise. I really wish the album was longer.

[@NFRPodcast]

How many tracks would you have liked to see on this?