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.
Why this album works
The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and received critical acclaim for its themes surrounding addiction and mental health. Its lead single 'ATM' became a commercial hit, further establishing J. Cole's influence within the genre and inspiring discussions around its lyrical content.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with emotional depth introspective themes for quiet moments thought-provoking reflections on life
- 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
- Beyoncé· Miley Cyrus· Lana Del Rey· Drake· Pitbull· Ariana Grande· Linkin Park· Jennifer Lopez
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 1:47
- 2 KOD Standout 3:11
- 3 Photograph 3:38
- 4 The Cut Off 3:57
- 5 ATM 3:36
- 6 Motiv8 2:13
- 7 Kevin’s Heart Standout 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”) Standout 3:10
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