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Video:BET Rising Icons Presents J.Cole

 Just in case you don’t have cable or missed Rising Icons last night on BET, TeamCole has you covered.Cole performs “It wont be long”,”Who dat” & “Lights Please”.You get behind the scenes footage as he prepares for the release of his album. He speaks on growing up Bi-Racial,the’self pressure’ he has placed upon himself & more. 

Added Bonus: You also get a chance to see that nice fade-a-way jumper at the 1:03 on @KingOfQueenz

Major ShoutOuts to Miss Aoutrageous


[Video] J.Cole Performs Live On 106 & Park

And here you go for all that missed it!


[Video] J.Cole Interviews With The NY Daily News

Check out the interview where Jermaine talks about his new album, making beats and more!

His route to the brink of hip-hop stardom has taken him from a college campus in Queens to a spot on Jay-Z’s latest album.

Now J.Cole, pegged as the next big thing in the rap game, is just a few touches from finishing his first solo album. And he’s quick to give props to his alma mater, St. John’s University.

“St. John’s, it allowed me to be a little better prepared for the career that I chose,” the 6-foot-4 rapper told the Daily News at the Quad Recording Studio in midtown.

“Even though I’m not working a 9-to-5, I’m still really aware of P.R. and your brand, and how you’re represented in the public light.”

Tomorrow, J.Cole will perform in the “Power Live” concert on Governors Island. Diddy, Rick Ross and R&B songstress Ciara will also be hitting the stage.

Born in Germany and raised in North Carolina, the lyricist started rapping as early as 12. By 15, the rapper, whose real name is Jermaine Cole, was creating his own beats. Two years later, he was posting his songs on the Internet.

April was a good month for the rising rapper, appearing on the cover of hip-hop magazine XXL, which named him one of the top 10 up-and-coming rappers of the year. In the same month, he returned to his alma mater, part of his college tour.

J.Cole attended St. John’s on a partial scholarship. Few classmates would have even known he was honing his skills. He wasn’t rapping outside of campus buildings and he wasn’t the first to sign up for talent shows.

“I used to hang around him, go to the same parties and I never had any idea that he rapped – no clue at all,” said 2008 St. John’s University graduate Desiree Lester, 25, of Harlem. “He was really cool. He never bragged about anything.”

The rapper said it was all by design.

“I was on the low with my music,” he said. “I did some early little open mics, and little talent shows early on, but then I just kind of focused on myself. I was never the type to broadcast it like that. I was just like ‘Yeah, y’all will see when I get on.’”

Many of his classmates learned about him last year when he appeared on Jay-Z’s album “The Blueprint 3.” He performed on a track appropriately titled “A Star Is Born.” He’s the first rap artist signed to Jay-Z’s label, Roc Nation.

J.Cole spends his nights and early mornings putting the finishing touches on his debut album. The untitled project, which is about 90% complete, is scheduled to be released by the end of the year.

His first single, “Who Dat,” has already taken off with its music video climbing the ranks of BET’s “106 and Park.”

“He’s exploding,” said show co-host, Terrence J. “I think he’s going to do some big numbers.”

Props:Armaghan & Feeny


J.Cole Performs Premeditated Murder

Knew I would kill the game, premeditated murder.


Video: J.Cole Explains The Cheerleader Controversy

Update, for all the non-U.S residents, here’s a quick transcript I wrote up. It’s not word for word but you get the point:

“Basically for the people that don’t know, what happened was that the chancellor of FSU…saw the video and was mad. He felt that the cheerleaders were depicted wrong, which was not the case.  But once he made a scene out of it the local high school joined in…it became my first piece of controversy but really this happens in alot of black communities. It’s a generation gap, they don’t get it. They don’t see the good in it. That a kid from the Ville made it out and made something out of himself and he wants to come back home and represent to the rest of the world…they can’t see past the curse words. But I’m not mad…”

Shouts to Kimble Wright


Video: MTV Presents Fashion 101 With J.Cole

+ ON WANTING BLING:
“I’m actually thinking about going to get my first chain. I’m not into anything super flashy. I’m just tired of going to all these shows, like I do a summer jam and Waka Flocka’s there, Gucci [Mane]’s there, or [Young] Jeezy’s there and they come out and they’re just shining like a light bulb, you know? It’s against my whole beliefs as a rapper, but when you see it like that, you’re like ‘Hold up. You’re not about to be out here shining on me boy.’ So I’m thinking about getting a little chain or something. Just something to just glow a little bit.”

+ ON TRENDS FOR THE LADIES:
“I’m a sucker for Rihanna — remember when she cut this side off and she got the hair over here. Or even Cassie. If you do that, that means you’ve got ultra confidence in yourself for you to shave your entire left side — how crazy is that? I like that when it’s done well and worn well.”

+ ON USING SAGGY PANTS TO REBEL:
“I feel like when I got my deal, I sag so much harder now. Because man I feel like I’m never going to get — well, hopefully — I’m never going to get a 9 to 5. I’m never going to go on job interviews. So it’s kind of my rebellion to the world. I’m going to sag my jeans.”

Sorry to the fans residing outside of the U.S, MTV sucks but its okay I’m in the library so I couldn’t watch these either.  Anyway enjoy Professor Cole’s lessons in fashion!


Video: J.Cole At The Young Adult Expo

Check out the video above where Jermaine shares his thoughts on rapping to this younger generation and how he’s been able to reach them. Which brings me to a question for Team Cole…. which one of Cole’s songs has the most meaning to you? If you’re nervous I’ll go first, mine’s is Losing My Balance….now leave your pick in the c-section.


Video: J. Cole ‘Honored’ To Be A ‘Hottest Breakthrough MC Of 2010′ Finalist

Don’t forget to tune into MTV’s Sucker Free Summit on July 25th to see if Mr.Cole takes home the title!


Video: J.Cole On Fuse’s Hip Hop Shop

In case you missed it or you don’t have Fuse here’s Cole’s appearance from tonight’s episode of Hip Hop Shop.

Spotted @ RR


Video: J.Cole Featured On 10 on Top

Check out the brief interview above!


J.Cole Speaks On Jay Z & Beyonce

Peep the video above, where Cole talks on writing his A Star Is Born verse in front of Jayonce! (That’s Jay Z & Beyonce in case you didn’t know.) Ha, enjoy!


Video: J.Cole Gives Us His 2-Cents

2- Cent TV catchs up with Jermaine in New Orleans, where he gives us a little insight on his Come Up. Peep the amazing concert footage too. 


[Video] J.Cole’s Tim Westwood Freestyle

Here’s a little visual to go with that audio.  Cole’s killing them overseas, isn’t he?


[Video] J.Cole Performs At The 2010 BET Awards

In case you missed it, here’s Cole’s full performance from tonight which includes a new verse the folks at BET didn’t air!

As always clap for ‘em!


[Video] J.Cole Remembers Michael Jackson

Check out the video above where Cole joins other celebrities to share their thoughts of Michael’s Jackson’s passing.

J.Cole’s “Who Dat” [Dirty Version]

 

J. Cole – Who Dat (Directed by BBGUN) from bbgun on Vimeo.

 ”Go figure, A slow transition from a lil broke nigga from ville” J.Cole


J.Cole’s “Who Dat” Trailer Debuts

 Whos ready for June 21st 2010 ?


Miguel Featuring J.Cole “All I Want Is You” [Video]

 

 Enjoy!


Highlights From Buffalo State Performance


J.Cole’s Cameo in Consequence’s “Callin’ Me” Video

Check out Jermaine’s role as an extra in the Consequence’s video below.  Props to Ddotomen for spotting Cole in this 2006 video. Also in case you missed it check out where else Cole was spotted!


Video: Rutgersfest Interview

Interview with J. Cole from Targum Editor on Vimeo.

Here is a brief interview where J.Cole talks about his fans and why he loves doing college shows. Props to the Daily Targum


Video: Lights Please – From SXSW To SOB’s

Peep the exclusive footage above courtesy of  Roc Nation!


Video: J.Cole Interviews with Jenny Boom Boom

Check out the 2 part interview above where Cole speaks on Jae Millz, Cameron, his album, Hov’s advice, and much more!

Shouts to YHTN


Video: J.Cole Live At Saint John’s

As you all now last week J.Cole made a stop at his old stumping ground,  Saint John’s University. Check out the exclusive footage of his performance via Roc 4 Life above. Also click here for some meet and greet photos.