Released 13 years ago this June
Born Sinner
J. Cole · 2013
57 min · 16 tracks · Southern hip-hop · conscious hip-hop
A reflective journey through self-doubt and ambition, layered with soulful beats and sharp lyricism.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective moments of self-doubt
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- soulful beats for deep listening
- for introspective evenings
Maybe skip if you want
- seek instant gratification tracks
- prefer standalone singles over albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on June 18, 2013, 'Born Sinner' is J. Cole's second studio album, following his debut 'Cole World: The Sideline Story' from 2011. This album marked a significant development in his artistry, showcasing deeper introspection and more complex production compared to his earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kendrick Lamar· Big K.R.I.T.· Isaiah Rashad
- If this clicks, go next to
- 2014 Forest Hills Drive — Continues the introspective themes with a more polished sound and narrative depth.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Villuminati 5:07
- 2 Kerney Sermon (skit) 0:46
- 3 Land of the Snakes 4:14
- 4 Power Trip 4:01
- 5 Mo Money (interlude) 1:17
- 6 Trouble 4:18
- 7 Runaway 5:14
- 8 She Knows 4:56
- 9 Rich N****z 4:36
- 10 Where's Jermaine? (skit) 0:36
- 11 Forbidden Fruit 4:28
- 12 Chaining Day 4:44
- 13 Ain't That Some Shit (interlude) 0:02
- 14 Crooked Smile 4:38
- 15 Let Nas Down 4:37
- 16 Born Sinner 3:29
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