born 1985
J. Cole, born Jermaine Lamarr Cole on January 28, 1985, is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer. Known for his introspective lyrics and storytelling abilities, he gained fame with albums like "2014 Forest Hills Drive" and is also recognized for founding the record label Dreamville Records. Cole has been influential in hip-hop, often addressing personal and societal themes in his music.