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J. Cole's Change of Heart: From Feud to Apology

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Find out why J. Cole regrets dissing Kendrick Lamar in his latest track and how other artists are reacting to his change of heart!

J. Cole recently made headlines for retracting his diss track aimed at Kendrick Lamar, citing it as 'the lamest, goofiest sh*t.' The rapper expressed regret and apologized for criticizing Lamar on the song '7 Minute Drill,' admitting to feeling spiritually unsettled by his actions. This sudden shift in stance sparked mixed reactions from fellow musicians and fans.

During his Dreamville Festival performance, J. Cole publicly apologized to Kendrick Lamar, acknowledging the negative impact of his diss track. He confessed to feeling 'terrible' about the situation and vowed to either update or remove the track from streaming services. The rapper's introspective revelation highlighted the internal conflict he faced, grappling with the consequences of his words.

Despite the initial controversy, J. Cole's decision to backtrack on the feud with Kendrick Lamar has garnered attention and speculation within the music industry. The rapper's candid display of remorse and humility has prompted discussions about the dynamics of rap beef and the significance of owning up to one's mistakes.

In a surprising turn of events, J. Cole's public apology and reevaluation of his actions have generated buzz among fans and the media, signaling a potential shift in the ongoing feud narrative. As the story unfolds, the impact of J. Cole's reflection on his Kendrick Lamar diss track continues to resonate with listeners and industry observers, shedding light on the complexities of artistic expression and personal integrity.

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J Cole apologises for Kendrick Lamar diss track (BBC News)

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J. Cole says he already regrets Kendrick Lamar diss track (CNN)

J. Cole said he already regrets releasing a Kendrick Lamar diss track in the midst of his ongoing beef with his fellow musician.

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Rapper J Cole says he feels 'terrible' about Kendrick Lamar diss ... (Sky News)

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J. Cole apologizes for dissing Kendrick Lamar in '7 Minute Drill' (Los Angeles Times)

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J. Cole Regrets His Kendrick Lamar Diss & Calls It 'the Lamest S–t ... (Billboard)

J. Cole says that he regrets dissing Kendrick Lamar on "7 Minute Drill" and plans to eventually take it down from streaming services.

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J. Cole Apologizes for Kendrick Lamar Diss Track (The New York Times)

J. Cole also vowed to update the track, “7 Minute Drill,” or remove it from streaming services after it was featured on his new album, “Might Delete Later.”

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J Cole apologises for Kendrick Lamar diss track (BBC News)

The rapper says he felt "spiritually bad" for criticising Lamar on the song 7 Minute Drill.

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J. Cole expresses regret over Kendrick Lamar diss (NBC News)

J. Cole said there's one part of his new album that he's not proud of: a track in which he disses Kendrick Lamar.

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J. Cole says sorry to Kendrick Lamar after diss track (IOL)

J. Cole has apologized and expressed regret for dissing Kendrick Lamar on his recently released song, 7 Minute Drill.

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