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.
Why this album works
'Born Sinner' debuted at number two on the US Billboard 200 and has been certified platinum by the RIAA, solidifying J. Cole's place in mainstream hip-hop. Its lead single, 'Power Trip,' reached the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100, further amplifying his influence in the genre.
- Best for
- reflective moments of self-doubt dynamic journey with emotional peaks soulful beats for deep listening
- 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
- Beyoncé· Miley Cyrus· Lana Del Rey· Drake· Pitbull· Ariana Grande· Linkin Park· Jennifer Lopez
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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 Standout 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 Standout 4:38
- 15 Let Nas Down Standout 4:37
- 16 Born Sinner 3:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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