J. Cole is receiving widespread praise on social media for stepping away from his feud with Kendrick Lamar, a move that seemingly allowed him to avoid becoming the subject of Lamar’s scathing new diss track, “Euphoria,” which was released on streaming services on Tuesday. The song, which has caused a stir, sees Lamar taking aim at Drake, addressing issues like his race, fatherhood, and his feud with Pusha T.
On Twitter, fans have been quick to commend J. Cole for his decision to disengage from the conflict with Lamar. One user wrote, “I’m glad J. Cole tapped out these two dudes absolutely HATE each other lmao.” Another added, “With Kendrick dropping his diss track, the more I realize that I owe J. Cole an apology. He was right to ride his bike up outta there because Kendrick Lamar and Drake HATE each other.” A third fan commented, “J. Cole somewhere on that bike with the wind against his face feeling grateful. Bless.”
The origins of the tension between J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar trace back to Lamar’s verse on Metro Boomin and Future’s “Like That,” where he dissed both Cole and Drake. J. Cole initially responded with a track titled “7 Minute Drill,” but he soon expressed regret over his involvement in the feud. During his performance at the Dreamville Festival, Cole admitted, “That sht disrupts my fcking peace. So what I want to say right here tonight is in the midst of me doing that, trying to find a little angle and downplay this n**a’s fcking catalog and his greatness, I want to say right now tonight, how many people think Kendrick Lamar is one of the greatest motherfckers to ever touch a fcking microphone? Dreamville, y’all love Kendrick Lamar, correct? As do I.”
Fans have since reflected on J. Cole’s decision to step back, viewing it in a positive light given the current hostilities between Lamar and Drake. As the situation unfolds, fans and observers are keenly watching for further developments in the ongoing feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, with updates available on platforms like HotNewHipHop.
The praise for J. Cole underscores the complex dynamics of hip-hop rivalries and the importance of choosing battles wisely. By opting for peace over conflict, J. Cole has not only preserved his own sense of tranquility but also garnered respect from fans who appreciate his mature approach to handling disputes in the industry.
