I was so caught up in the lyrics that I didn’t even focus too much on the beats, except in ‘Tale of 2 Cities’ when the eerie bells lead me to a really heavy and chill beat. Its filled with knowledge and wisdom under an umbrella of confessions. The admissions continue with tracks like ‘03’ Adolescence,’ ‘Hello’ and ‘No Role Modelz.’ ‘Apparently’ is a great track that reminds me of how real and conscious the content of this album is.

The album picks up and becomes amusing as you listen to Cole recant his first sexual encounter in ‘Wet Dreamz’. The messages are sentimental and yet don’t shy nor stray too far from the traditional hip-hop ego set up exemplified in ‘January 28th’ and ‘Fire Squad.’ The mood continues in a mellow and meditative state in every other track as we travel through Cole’s thoughts and memories. The compilation starts with Cole crooning “Do you wanna be happy?” over a mellow piano melody. Nah, it’s not that healthy but it is good for the mind. If you’re looking for a whole album dedicated to ratchetry, money-on-my-mind-ALL-THE-TIME hooks and bars, with a side of trolling for the latest beef then 2014 Forest Hill Drive may be vegan for you. Can it be assumed that Cole is not all about the fame and money?Ĭole’s latest is very much reflective and an homage to his home in Fayetteville, NC where his music career began. According to Columbia Records, Cole let his fans listen first before even his label and the press.

The album, which will be the last to be distributed by Columbia Records, was released on Decemwithout any teasers or singles to build up hype. Cole’s latest album ‘2014 Forrest Hill Drive’. Jack Frost came early to bring us a Cole-winter with J.

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