Jermaine Lamar Cole, born in Frankfurt,
Germany in 1985 and raised in Fayetteville,
North Carolina, began his rap journey as a teenager.
Cole started rapping at twelve,
honing his skills throughout high school and college.
In 2007, he released his first mixtape,
The Come Up, showcasing his lyrical prowess and production skills.
In 2009,
Cole became the first artist signed to Jay z’s Rock Nation label
after famously waiting outside Jay z’s office to give him a demo.
His debut studio album, Cole World the Sideline Story,
released in 2011, debut at No..
1 on the Billboard 200. In 2013,
Cole founded his own record label,
Dreamville Records, further expanding his influence in the industry.
Known for his storytelling and socially conscious lyrics,
Cole has consistently delivered critically acclaimed albums
and sold out tour. Today, J.
Cole is considered one of hip hop’s most influential figures,
respected for his authenticity and artistic integrity.