KOD cover

KOD

J. Cole · 2018

42 min · 12 tracks · Southern hip-hop · conscious hip-hop

A sharp exploration of addiction and mental health wrapped in soulful beats and introspective lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with emotional depth
  • introspective themes for quiet moments
  • thought-provoking reflections on life
  • dynamic journey with resolution
  • soulful beats for focused listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Career context
KOD marks J. Cole's fifth studio album, following the commercial success of his 2016 release '4 Your Eyez Only.' At this point in his career, Cole was solidifying his status as a leading voice in conscious hip-hop while addressing personal and societal issues with a more direct approach.
Stylistic neighbors
Kendrick Lamar· Big K.R.I.T.· Isaiah Rashad

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Intro 1:47
  • 2 KOD 3:11
  • 3 Photograph 3:38
  • 4 The Cut Off 3:57
  • 5 ATM 3:36
  • 6 Motiv8 2:13
  • 7 Kevin’s Heart 3:20
  • 8 BRACKETS 5:15
  • 9 Once an Addict (interlude) 3:17
  • 10 FRIENDS 4:17
  • 11 Window Pain (outro) 4:46
  • 12 1985 (intro to “The Fall Off”) 3:10

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