J. Cole has stepped up to the plate to respond to Kendrick Lamar‘s viral verse on Metro Boomin and Future’s “Like That.” And where does this fiery response land? Well, it’s smack dab in the middle of J. Cole’s surprise new album, Might Delete Later, adding an extra layer of anticipation before The Fall Off.
But let’s not downplay the significance here. This isn’t just any diss track; it’s a game-changer in the rap arena. “7 Minute Drill,” despite its name, isn’t seven minutes long but rather, a nod to the intense lyrical workouts J. Cole is known for. Clearly, he’s been sharpening his skills, evident from the plethora of punchlines packed into this track.
Of course, the spotlight is squarely on Cole’s direct response to K-Dot. And boy, does he bring the heat. With icy disses that cut deep, it’s like witnessing a lyrical clash of the titans. Lines like “My text flooded with the hunger for a toxic reply / I’m hesitant, I love my brother, but I’m not gonna lie” showcase Cole’s prowess in delivering calculated blows. And that’s just a snippet.
“I got a phone call that said somebody was dissing… Your first sht was classic, your last sht was tragic… your 2nd sht put ngas to sleep but they gassed it… Your 3rd sht was massive hit that was your prime… I was trailing right behind but I just now hit mine,” Cole raps on the song. Overall, these are the bars everyone is focused on, and for good reason. Now, all eyes are on Kendrick as fans wonder whether or not he will want to drop his rebuttal.
Quotable Lyrics:
Your second shit put niggas to sleep, but they gassed it
Your third shit was massive and that was your prime
I was trailin’ right behind and I just now hit mine
Now I’m front of the line with a comfortable lead
How ironic, soon as I got it, now he want somethin’ with me
Well, he caught me at the perfect time, jump up and see
