Fans are beginning to appreciate J. Cole’s decision to step back from the rap battle between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. Recently, the rapper was spotted enjoying a peaceful moment on the beach, reinforcing his commitment to maintaining his tranquility. A fan on TikTok revealed that she casually encountered J. Cole alone on the beach. The post has since gone viral, amassing 1.7 million views and over 1 million likes.
In the viral post, J. Cole, known for his signature locks, was seen wearing visible white socks while working on his laptop. The fan who snapped the picture mentioned that the Forest Hills Drive rapper was “making his next album.” The photo shows the 39-year-old artist wearing headphones plugged into his laptop, suggesting he was deeply immersed in his creative process.
This serene sighting of J. Cole comes amidst the intensifying rap feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, which has been dividing social media. In April, Cole briefly entered the feud by releasing a diss track titled “7 Minute Drill,” responding to Kendrick Lamar’s verse on Future and Metro Boomin’s track “Like That.” In his track, Cole criticized Lamar’s latest album as “tragic” and remarked that the Compton rapper had “fallen off like The Simpsons.” This diss came after Lamar dismissed being part of “The Big Three,” which Cole had referred to himself, Drake, and Lamar as in the 2023 single “First Person Shooter” on Drake’s For All The Dogs album.
However, before the feud could escalate further, Cole publicly apologized during his Dreamville Festival performance. Reflecting on his diss track, Cole expressed regret and chose to prioritize peace over conflict.
Cole’s apology received mixed reactions from fans. Some are beginning to understand and support his decision to avoid further confrontation. Meanwhile, Drake and Lamar have continued their heated exchange, with both releasing diss tracks that include serious allegations, ranging from pedophilia and domestic violence to unclaimed children.
For now, fans are left to ponder the outcome of J. Cole’s recent beach outing. One thing is certain: by staying out of the main feud, J. Cole is likely enjoying more restful nights, focusing on his music and personal peace rather than the drama unfolding between his peers.