J. Cole Reflects on Turning 40 and Teases New Music for 2025
J. Cole marked a milestone birthday on Monday night, turning 40 and taking the opportunity to connect with fans in a personal and forward-looking way. In a heartfelt message on his blog, Inevitable, the rapper reflected on his journey, shared his gratitude, and teased big plans for 2025, including the long-awaited release of The Fall Off, his highly anticipated final album.
The blog post, titled simply “Finally Pulled the Trigger,” gives fans insight into Cole’s mindset as he enters this new chapter. “Bare with us as we’re still developing this page and the layout,” Cole began, introducing his new platform. The blog promises to be a space for updates, music recommendations, and reflections. Discussing his 40th birthday, Cole kept things brief but sincere: “Might save the sentimentals for a post tomorrow, but in a nutshell, I’m grateful.”
He ended the post with a note that left fans buzzing: “2025 will be a good one. We said that we was gon make it as a kid, and we finally did, but…” The cryptic yet promising statement aligns with long-standing speculation that The Fall Off is finally approaching its release.
The Road to The Fall Off
J. Cole first announced The Fall Off in 2018, teasing its themes with the track “1985 (Intro to The Fall Off)” on his KOD album. Fans have been eagerly awaiting the project ever since, enduring years of sporadic singles and teases. Over time, songs presumed to be part of the album have surfaced, though it’s unclear which—if any—will make the final cut.
In his 2020 release calendar, Cole detailed his plans for multiple projects leading up to The Fall Off, including the compilation album Revenge of the Dreamers III and the still-unreleased It’s a Boy. Though delays have tested fan patience, Cole’s track record of delivering high-quality, thought-provoking music keeps hope alive that The Fall Off will be worth the wait.
2025: A Year of Music and Reflection
Cole’s blog post signals that he’s fully embracing this moment in his career. It also serves as a reassurance for fans still recovering from his recent controversy surrounding “7 Minute Drill.” With the launch of his Inevitable podcast and growing excitement for his final album, Cole appears more determined than ever to leave a lasting legacy.
“Happy new year to y’all and God bless,” he wrote to close the post. “2025 will be a good one.”
J. Cole’s introspection and connection to his fans continue to set him apart in the world of hip-hop. With The Fall Off on the horizon and his passion for storytelling still burning bright, 2025 could mark the crowning achievement of his already stellar career.
