The Making Of J. Cole's "Nobody's Perfect" With Missy Elliot [VIDEO]

Riveting Entertainment was granted access to J. Cole and Missy's video shoot for "Nobody's Perfect" directed by Colin Tilley. Watch below to find out how they came together to knock out shooting in a day. Cole World: The Sideline Story is out now!



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Previously: J. Cole - Sideline Story [Music Video]

J. Cole - Sideline Story [Music Video]

J. Cole shows highlights of his world tour in the music video to "Sideline Story," one of my favorites from Cole World: The Sideline Story. His Campus Consciousness tour with Big K.R.I.T. starts today! Click HERE for dates.



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Previously: Trae Tha Truth ft. J. Cole - Role Call

J. Cole ft. Missy Elliot - Nobody's Perfect [Music Video]

J. Cole's video just premiered on BET's 106 & Park, and I'm so glad that "Nobody's Perfect" got the visual treatment. Missy's a part of the song so of course you can't be rap alongside the queen of music videos without having some crazy effects. Cole World: The Sideline Story is out now!


Directed by Colin Tilley

Props to XZ

Previously:

• J. Cole - Visionz Of Home
• Busta Rhymes - Why Stop Now (Remix) ft. Chris Brown, Missy Elliot & Lil Wayne

J. Cole Performs "Dollar And A Dream III" & "Cole World" Live At The NFLPA Super Bowl Party [VIDEO]

After a nice introduction from 106 & Park's Rocsi, J. Cole took the stage during the NFLPA Players Super Bowl Weekend Party in Indianapolis and opened with the powerful "Dollar And A Dream III."  Watch below as he livens the place up with a performance of "Cole World" as well.  Sideline Story is in stores now!



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Previously: Trae Tha Truth ft. J. Cole + More - I'm On 2.0

J. Cole Explains "Lights Please," "Sideline Story," "Never Told," & "Cole World" With Muve Music [VIDEO]

J. Cole continues to relive the making of Cole World: The Sideline Story with Muve Music on Episode 3 of his commentary.  Watch below to hear the stories behind "Lights Please," "Sideline Story," "Never Told," and "Cole World!"


Which of these songs has the most significance to you? Hit up the comments and let me know!

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Previously: J. Cole Commentary, Ep. 1 & 2 [VIDEO]

J. Cole Explains Idea & Inspiration That Led To "Lost Ones," "Rise & Shine," "Work Out" & More [VIDEO]

J. Cole is giving us a look inside his mind during his Muve Music Sessions interviews.  "Lost Ones" is such a powerful and meaningful track, and it's great to hear all of the elements that allowed the song to come together.  Along with "Lost Ones," J. Cole explains the organic composition of "Work Out," "Rise & Shine," and "God's Gift." Watch the full episode below, and hit the jump to watch the first episode where he explains the story behind "Can't Get Enough" and "In The Morning!"

J. Cole Performs "Work Out" Live On Letterman [VIDEO]

J. Cole just wrapped up the European leg of his Cole World: The Sideline Story Tour but he's not slowing down at all.  The Grammy nominated NC (Stand Up!) spitta stopped by David Letterman tonight, and I've got it below just in case you missed it.




"Work Out" sounds dope as hell live. Gotta get to a concert stat.


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Previously: Jay-Z Talks J. Cole Grammy Nominations [VIDEO]

J. Cole - Lost Ones [Music Video]

J. Cole premiered "Lost Ones" moments ago on his official website. I'm sure this is a big moment for him, given that he made the video in 2008 when he had no deal, and holds it pretty near and dear to his heart.  Check out the Cole World: The Sideline Story standout below, and make sure you go pick it up if you haven't already!



Previously: J. Cole's Sophomore LP dropping in June? [VIDEO]

J. Cole Calls Into Hot 97 & Performs "Cole World" LIVE On Jimmy Kimmel

J. Cole's been promoting heavily for his debut album, which just reached #1 this week with sales of over $217 K.  Yesterday, he called into Hot 97 and spoke with Angie Martinez about congratulations texts/calls/e-mails he received from Jay-Z, Mark Pitts and even Beyoncé. Listen below!



Hit the jump to catch J. Cole's performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live last night!

J. Cole's Debut Album is #1! Watch Him Perform Cole World LIVE!

It's official! J. Cole has the #1 album in the country on the Billboard charts, racking in first week sales of $217,000.  Congrats to J. Cole and his entire team. There was a lot of doubt along the way from naysayers, but in the end he's exceeded expectations set forth.  Jay-Z had this to say in a statement sent to Billboard:

“J. Cole’s success is testament to amazing artist development and Cole’s hard work,” Jay-Z said, via press release. “I want to congratulate him on a #1 album and more importantly a great body of work.”

Hit the jump to watch J. Cole perform "Cole World" Live on Sirius's Hip Hop Nation!

The Making of J. Cole's Cole World: The Sideline Story

The road to Cole World: The Sideline Story was surely a long, testing one, but it's clear that every obstacle was worth it for J. Cole. Watch below for some behind the scenes footage of the recording process as a backdrop to Jay-Z's explanation of his music business model for J. Cole.

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Cole World is #1!! 

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J. Cole Discusses His Journey on 106 & Park

This is a huge week for J. Cole.  He's celebrating the release of his debut album Cole World: The Sideline Story and is busy promoting to make sure everybody who can cop it, does. Check out his appearance yesterday on 106 & Park below!



Hit the jump for Part 2 & 3 of the interview, and to see who J. Cole prefers-- Tupac or Biggie?

J. Cole Gives Surprise Performance of "Can't Get Enough" in NYC

As part of the VEVO Go Show Series, J. Cole stopped at New York City's Union Square Park and gave a surprise performance of "Can't Get Enough." Check it out below, and make sure you go out and purchase a copy of Cole World: The Sideline Story today!



Previously: Complex Magazine Kicks Off "J. Cole Week"

Complex Magazine Kicks Off J. Cole Week With Online Cover Story

Photography by Matt Salacuse

In honor of J. Cole's highly anticipated and delayed debut album, Complex Magazine is celebrating Cole World: The Sideline Story with J. Cole Week.  Read the full Complex cover story here and check complex.com for more J. Cole features!

Cole World: The Sideline Story drops TOMORROW, 9.27.11!

Previously: J. Cole Performs In NYC To Celebrate Album Launch

J. Cole Performs in NYC To Celebrate Album Launch

Yesterday, J. Cole performed in NYC to celebrate the launch of his debut album, Cole World: The Sideline Story.  Watch below as he performs the title track from the album! TOMORROW'S THE BIG DAY!



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Previously: New Music Video: J. Cole - Daddy's Little Girl

New Music Video: J. Cole - Daddy's Little Girl

J. Cole is just two days away from dropping his debut album Cole World: The Sideline Story and he's keeping the momentum going by releasing the official music video to the bonus track, "Daddy's Little Girl." I'm loving this video.



If you're in the Tri-State area, J. Cole's having a $1 show TONIGHT at NYC's Roseland Ballroom. $1!

9.27.11!

Previously: Stream J. Cole's Cole World: The Sideline Story!!

Stream J. Cole's Cole World: The Sideline Story!!

Although I've been tempted with the many online links, I have yet to hear J. Cole's upcoming album Cole World: The Sideline Story.  Thankfully, I received an e-mail from J. Cole's mailing list that announced his album is available for stream and purchase, which I think is a smart reactionary move to the link.  Let's hope that when September 27th comes, the album reaches #1!

If you're like me and you want to check out the album before it officially drops, stream it legally here at J. Cole's official website!

J. Cole Speaks On Album Leak & Freestyles Over "Otis" and "Ima Boss"

If you haven't heard already, J. Cole's Cole World: The Sideline Story leaked on the Internet last night. Noooo, I'm not going to give you a link.  In a recent interview with Vibe, J. Cole addressed his feelings on regarding a link prophetic sort of way, since the interview is a week old.  He made some good points, and seems to have a positive outlook on the leak.

New Music Video: J. Cole - Can't Get Enough f/ Trey Songz

It's been a crazy month so far for J. Cole.  From injury and fighting rumors to touring and releasing a new track with boss Jay-Z, anticipation for Cole World: The Sideline Story doesn't seem like it could get bigger.  Check out the brand new music video for his 2nd single"Can't Get Enough" featuring Trey Songz below.

 Hit the jump for snippets of the album!

New Music: J. Cole - Mr. Nice Watch f/ Jay-Z

Who needs Any Given Sunday when J. Cole drops off a Jay-Z collabo on a Wednesday? This was probably the most anticipated track from the album and there was a lot of speculation whether Hov would get his verse in time.  Now we have proof that he did.   Listen to "Mr. Nice Watch" f/ Jay-Z below and get ready for Cole World: The Sideline Story which drops in less than 2 weeks.

J. Cole: Mr. Nice Watch f/ Jay-Z (Clean)


J. Cole: Mr. Nice Watch f/ Jay-Z (Dirty)



Hit the jump for a sneak peek of the video for "Can't Get Enough" with Trey Songz!