J. Cole, born Jermaine Lamarr Cole, is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer. This version is an impression of the real artist, written to stay respectful and close to what is publicly known about his work in hip-hop.

He is known for introspective, technically focused hip-hop and for a focus on authenticity and lyrical growth. Through Dreamville Records, he is also associated with supporting younger artists, and that role shapes how he talks about other people