J Cole talks Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar, Nas, Tupac, Ted Talks

www.hardknock.tv Exclusive in-depth interview with J Cole! Part 1 starts off with Cole talking about picking a song for Jay-Z to jump on but not wanting to be out shined on his own track. Nick Huff Barili asked Cole if he has ever given an artist a song with verses already on it and then had to go back and re-write his verse, which Cole responded ONCE! ...for Kendrick Lamar. Jermaine tells the story of how he gave Kendrick the song Temptations, which Kendrick murdered so bad that it made Cole want to change his verse. He also states that he is not gonna settle for a mixtape for tracks with Kendrick and that even if they have to wait a year he wants it to be for a joint album.
As the conversation continues J Cole talks about the new single Work Out and wanting to have something for label to push to radio. He reminds fans that he is dealing with two labels Roc Nation and Columbia, which takes a while to get everyone on same page. Feeling of pressure is something that never goes away from before when he wasn't signed to now. Cole elaborates on his twitter headline: My Story aint the only one I'm trying to tell. Cole says what he brings to Hip Hop is the story element like Tupac and Nas, that he feels is not prevalent in Hip Hop right now. Part one of this interview ends with Nick asking Cole about a post he made on his blog about Ted Talks and reforming education. The talk is by Salman Khan and the link is www.dreamvillain.net/?p=50
We are just getting started, our conversation with J Cole lasted more than half hour.
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[@clos888]

“my story ain’t the only one i’m trying to tell” he proved this with 4 Your Eyez Only

[@emiLydad]

one line from that album that made me believe this guy is the shit is: “i know how part of you feel” he could’ve easily causally just said “i know how you feel”….that distinction is serious introspection 🫡🫡

[@dirtyanwar]

That cole kendrick album is turning into detox

[@simbalesliechoto8663]

+Stephen Anwar Hey Stephen, hollerin from South Africa. I had this J. Cole/Kendrick debate with my buddies recently. If the combined album dropped early in their careers it would make sense mainly because they sounded similar. As time has gone they've evolved so much. K.dot managed to channel various personalities whereas Coles flow is still laid back. To force a collab to happen it'd would be a disaster because those two need to come together creatively and be cohesive. Those are two creative minds that need time to produce something that will not cause a dent in their career.

[@paulschmidt9316]

And that album Would be better then a detox

[@SFinsulation]

2020 Still waiting

[@Thu2za]

J.cole is so human though, he doesn't give off that i'm a celeb vibe, he so chilled. respect this guy

[@avonbarksdale91]

The foreshadowing in this Interview is scary.

[@Nhbssh]

lol for real man

[@Alpha99964]

And were still waiting for the Cole x Kendrick album! BUT, I'm sure we're waiting for a classic! "Cause I only make classics, what that take? Timing. Cole under pressure, what that make? Diamonds!"

[@angelbecerra5261]

Alpha we are still waiting 5 years later.

[@millionairemil6257]

STILL WAITING

[@Observerw]

J Mil-Music yup

[@santos_united9589]

7 years later we're still waiting

[@SilentSessionOne]

still waiting for that cole/kendrick album/EP/whatever..... maaan, these guys gotta drop this!!!! would be fucking crazy

[@daczito]

+SilentSessionOne 2 years later, still fucking waiting

[@jhonnyjr7167]

@@daczito Been five years. Might be coles last project for a while plus releasing a mixtape. But he’s talked about the album in new interviews.

[@AriannaQuiero]

he's humble, I like him.

[@amenacetosociety516]

2021 I’m still waiting on the album

[@whoodymac]

Much respect to my boi j cole... He A real dude, He & kendrick R gonna save the substance & lyrics as well as storytellin of hiphop.. Be patient cole world gonna get his time long as he doesn't sellout..

[@iBe3003]

J.Cole watches TED talks... another reason he's gonna be a legend, thinking on another level...

[@holmesalone302]

Crazy when ambition turns to prophecy in relation to him talking about their roles in hip-hop in the future (today).

[@V3rnSqwd5611]

After hearing Lost Ones, I know exactly what he was going for such a good concept and story and getting multiple perspectives on touchy subjects, rapping as more than one person in a song, and if the other tracks are similar to that, COLE WORLD WIlLL BE A CLASSIC!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Chuckjay95]

Drop Temptation Already

[@nafizahmed8902]

They should drop this album in 2015... They both on the top

[@jimmieweathers]

This guy is a lot more intelligent than I've previously given him credit for....

[@NuggiezVEVO]

Hiii Power in the beginning, thats tight. I fuckin love J Cole. Cant wait for Sideline Story

[@emesvideo]

good canal , hardknocktv ! peace

[@sameenrauf3848]

NIGGA WE STILL ON THAT LIKE COME ONN

[@BeautyByMonicaElise]

and absolutely love the song lost ones. so sad. makes me cry. he did a great perspective of the woman!

[@Spinnazn1]

whooooooooooooo!!!! CAN'T WAIT TILL THE ALBUM!!!

[@jahnaytippins]

I like the fact that the best three out right now can link up and have so much respect for each other

[@andreaj430]

love his voice lol

[@danadavis8333]

Me too and he's very attractive

[@Downleydynamos]

Killed it - "Storytelling..."

[@MichaelCobbs]

Good interview

[@IlltoDeath]

J Cole u keep reassuring me ... am sold

[@Jararhussain]

thanks! ill deff take a look!

[@amezquita48ba]

Love jcole!!!! Very interesting interview. I watch Ted talks n recommend everyone to watch them... great source of free knowledge.

[@LordAizenDaGreat]

I've been listening to Rigamortis by Kendrick Lamar and it's one of those song no one can memorize no matter how hard they try. It's just that lyrical. To be honest, I haven't had that feeling since hearing Infinite by Eminem. Truly an old school classic. Especially since it was recorded in 1996. As far as I'm concerned, they're both very talented and will make it far in this industry. Much love to J. Cole & Kendrick. No need to compare.

[@VIPoole]

J. Cole + Kendrick Lamar=GREATNESS

[@Jararhussain]

Favorite cole interview

[@morellkenmoe1161]

Who here 2021, we already seen this man grow to become a legend

[@danialves1312]

That Cole and Lamar album bro i got a feeling its going to be an instant classic

[@XxPurEEv1LxX]

thaank u very much bro!.

[@mamarutnielsen1380]

Cole was ahead of his time 🙌🏾🙏🏾

[@PaulKrukiel]

Love J. Cole's philosophies

[@1dcsailor]

I can't wait for both J Cole's and Wale's albums. I'm copping more than 1 for both of them

[@JTT1993]

i haven't copped a album in years but on Sept. 27 i'm definetly copping his album word to my mother

[@isaiahJB777]

still waiting on this collab man 😭

[@mooseSFLA]

I bought Cole's album simply because I loved the work he put in on the mixtapes (Come Up, Warm Up, FNL)

[@jstuy1]

@diddisdiddat Thank you!!!!! People dont realize though when you come out with a album some songs need to be radio friendly thats how you get people to hear you thats more money you make and just improving as a artist glad to see someone understands the industry

[@Shockwave231]

12:29 "I'm a grown ass man, I'm 26 years old"..........I bet that felt liberating

[@jrock213]

Kendrick + Cole = EPIC! Drop that shit ASAP!

[@lilflax]

wat i like about this guy he's talented and so humble!#GENIUS

[@kidhustle101]

very well spoken on the education part.

[@PsychicPomPom]

one of the only rappers ive heard that shout out canibus who is a monster, this is why your my favorite j cole

[@XKEYBLADEX10]

@GangstaCashMusics thats a diamond, the roc nation sign

[@DrewSkillz29]

The Old Is Not Always The Best ... What A Closing .. Too Real

[@SoultyBoiBeats]

Respect

[@BeautyByMonicaElise]

love j.cole

[@lolalouiseee]

i love how he was giving Kendrick Lamar mad props. Thts my nigga.

[@bxprince7]

Respect that

[@GeraldNewton2050]

My thoughts exactly...

[@MackB.]

IT'S ALMOST TIME FOR THAT ALBUM TO DROP

[@V3rnSqwd5611]

After hearing Lost Ones, I know exactly what he was going for such a good concept and story and getting multiple perspectives on touchy subjects BRILLIANT, rapping as more than one person in a song, and if the other tracks are similar to that, COLE WORLD WIlLL BE A CLASSIC!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@MrNkontrol]

Gotta love Cole hez not just a rapped he's a hip hop enthusiast.!!!

[@Bobrothers66]

Great interview/ I always wanted to know what his twitter caption meant. Now i know

[@blizzared2]

The reformation of the school idea sounds amazing

[@FcukinIcon1]

#Inspired.. Inspiration

[@CODISgangPELIGRO]

J.ColeWorld.

[@bulziahebrand]

Can't fuckin wait til the album come out, Ima get 3 copies...One for the house, car, and Ima save one, Cuz this is gonna be a classic....COLE WORLD!!!!!!

[@Mr123Parka]

release Temptations with Lamar!

[@iZIK713]

@vGunnersv the song at the end is called Return of Simba... My fav cole track as of right now

[@FromtheStandsBlog]

That's an incredible song

[@MmonkeyDLuffy]

Cole world !

[@TheRelentlessKnight]

Cole under pressure what that make?

[@TheCasualMoose]

Diamonds

[@TanksFr]

good word play

[@zeec1858]

This is on my birthday

[@ZeBron23]

The Kendrick and Cole collab is gonna be absolutely insane.

[@kaydenliam5272]

Coleworld

[@GuyGiorge]

Beautiful Bliss

[@kiddo215]

If you here just doing your research on where this all went wrong check in.

[@JoshOtusanya1]

Im buyin the album on itunes, and two disk copies. COLE WORLD!!!

[@sagetwofour]

axel its J.Cole return of Simba

[@coleworldtv4812]

j.cole the man of the year

[@ScarCrow08]

been wondering what ma nigga j.cole been up to..now i see..kendrick and j.cole album..like god and jesus in the same fucking place..sheesh cant wait

[@avinson1994]

You Got It - J Cole ft. Wale It wasn't on Cole World, it was on the Friday Night Lights mixtape.

[@TheWizKidTruLyrikz]

i am so fuckin anxious 4 Cole World: The Sideline Story & Big K.R.I.T.'s Live From The Underground comin out the same day Hip-Hop's alarm clock is set 4 September 27, 2011

[@MrJuggy2009]

great interview, ted.com is quite an amazing and inspiring website.

[@Boneclawwolverine]

wale j cole beautiful bliss

[@emiLydad]

cannibus mention is a must real one

[@thedamion44]

I read that already

[@BecomingCharles]

him and lupe are the thinkers of this time.

[@Mr8080ss]

thats my GUY!!

[@93Nfinite]

gooo j cole

[@jz900]

re: storytelling....WORD!

[@Sy3D79]

@GangstaCashMusics it's the roc sign too thooo

[@johndunlap3401]

Yes he is.

[@sergiogarcia5593]

Kendrick's lyrics are deep no denying that. BUT it helps when you an bring more with wordplay and have different type of flows ala Jay Z. Not denying the boy's talent. I personally think he the 2nd best of the year with the second best rap album of the year, but he has room to improve and he would even agree.

[@Threal23]

j cole and kendrick the best in the game doin it rite now hands down

[@FlickNchow]

Lyrically? YES. Production Wise? OH HELL NO! Unless they get Kanye to Produce, then it would be the greatest hip hop album of all time!

[@Sajc0]

Keep talking hes the best end of story!

[@Akuma2unlimited]

J cole is the truth

[@genekoenen]

if this happen, what you say, an album of kendrick lamar + j.cole, that would be sick, they match perfectly

[@JaGaLoOnZz]

one of the few modern day lyricists

[@4DJTAP]

TED Talk - TONY ROBBINS this man will change your LIFE

[@shzntt]

This nigga motivates the sh*t out of me, im glad he's big on education.

[@sam2habesha]

J. Cole please do sumting wit Lupe Fiasco !

[@d0peboimagic2]

I'm a cole fan & k dot fan but some of other j cole fans wont know Kendrick so thats gonna be good if they work 2gether on a album/tape/EP its gonna make kendrick bigger

[@Ichbincool63]

Power Trip is the single of his own Album, i was talking about the Album with K.Dot...

[@Taemight69her]

Goatee's or w.e they're called are the best!

[@Ichbincool63]

Yeah, thanks but i was talking about the Kendrick Lamar album :D