J. Cole is reportedly reworking his long-awaited album, The Fall Off, in light of new developments within the hip-hop community. Rumors indicate that the tensions between Drake and Kendrick Lamar have significantly impacted Cole’s initial plans for the album.
Background on The Fall Off
Since its announcement back in 2018, The Fall Off has generated considerable anticipation among fans. J. Cole has been discreet about its progress, adding to the intrigue surrounding this project.
Impact of Drake and Kendrick’s Conflict
According to insights shared on the Rory & Mal Podcast by Mal, both Drake and Kendrick Lamar were originally slated to feature on Cole’s album. As tensions escalated between the two artists earlier this year, plans for their collaboration seemingly fell apart.
- Key Insight: Mal noted, “Yes, Kendrick was on the album, and Drake was on the album.”
- Result: Cole is now compelled to start over with the album, leading to speculation about its completion date.
Current Status of The Fall Off
Despite the digital silence from J. Cole over recent months, speculation continues regarding The Fall Off. Fans have been left in the dark as Cole has pulled back from social media, further raising questions about the album’s future.
J. Cole’s last release, Might Delete Later, came out just before the public feud intensified. During this period, Cole briefly responded to tensions with his track “7 Minute Drill,” aimed at Kendrick. However, he later pulled the song from circulation and issued a public apology at Dreamville Fest.
Looking Ahead
As of now, The Fall Off remains unreleased. Fans are eagerly awaiting the reimagined project from J. Cole, hoping it will eventually debut. Until then, those interested in the hip-hop scene are left speculating about the dynamics between these influential artists.
