(Interscope)Bowing out after six consecutive US No 1 albums, Cole references rap greats and even conjures a convo between Biggie and 2Pac – but the lens rarely strays from himself ...
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Is hip hop falling off?

After decades of global dominance, hip-hop is facing a historic decline. This week, we break down the shocking moment the genre’s 35-year Top 40 streak was finally broken. We explore the four major ...
J. Cole calls himself the “greatest rapper of the century," delivering bold lyrics, collaborations, and fan-praised tracks in this 24-song album.
The moment feels full circle as listeners connect DMX's early praise to J. Cole's latest tribute on "Life Sentence." ...