J. Cole Responds to Kendrick Lamar Diss on Hard-Hitting ‘7 Minute Drill’

Kendrick Lamar dissed Drake and J. Cole on "Like That.

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J. Cole responded directly with "Might Delete Later.

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Cole addresses Lamar's diss on "7 Minute Drill.

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Lamar's "The Heart" series is referenced in J. Cole's response.

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Fans eagerly awaited responses from both rappers.

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Lamar took issue with being included in the "big three.

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Cole dropped 12 tracks on "Might Delete Later.

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Guest appearances on Cole's project include Ari Lennox and Gucci Mane.

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Tension between Lamar and Cole remains palpable.

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J. Cole's last solo album was "The Off-Season" in 2021.

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