Freedom of Speech
Dreamville Lyrics


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Y'all niggas know what it is
When I show up, the energy switch in this motherfucker (King Cole)

Came through with a bad bitch in tight britches
Made the ho book her own flight, I'm type vicious
Black boy fly, stupid racks, oysters on my plate
So much bread I think I got white privilege (Gangsta)
Access to five-star rooms and white bitches
I dreamed it like Bing Crosby, dreamed a white Christmas
After shows fuckin' on the slutty snow bunnies
I done came to the conclusion that I only like sisters
And that might be a hard pill to swallow for a few
She had dreams of fuckin' Cole and even her father would approve, yeah
(Ye-yes, honey, you can fuck him)
Look what a dollar bill'll do
Make them bougie bitches workin' up in Prada smile at you
Yeah, I know you hate a nigga, but I'm still smilin' too
(Will that be all, sir?) That'll do
Get money attitude
You weren't 'posed to catch no feelings, bitch, we had a rule
Netflix when you come through, they ask
"You niggas still watchin'?" On the TV prompt
She give me dome, I catch some Zs, I call her ZZ Top
I keep it PG when you see me, but I hee-hee not
You go against the mob, you might just get your pinky chopped
I can't believe he think he hot and his CD flop
Hey, I done seen too many white folks in dashikis, stop
Cole, bitch, the flow switch like every fall
I was very poor, now I ball like a young Demi Moore
Henny pour on any floor
Pain seepin' out my memories' pores
Lord forgive me for the times I didn't follow
It was reflected in my music, all my shit was hollow
But now I spit with hollow tips and follow with the pyro
I politic, you ride to this, then call out sick tomorrow
I'm ill, fuck how you feel
Don't need no goofy-ass Richard Mille for your bitch to tell that I'm rich as hell
Nigga

You know what I mean?
And that'll be all, ladies and gentlemen (yeah)
I appreciate you for comin' out tonight
Yes, yes, yes, yes, if you wanna check us next time
Same time, same location (hahahaha)
We known to fuck shit up every time we step on this motherfuckin' stage
That's right
And this is just a mixtape (ha)




You asked for it
E, what up?

Overall Meaning

In "Freedom Of Speech," J. Cole is reflecting on his rise to fame and the perks that come with it. He describes himself as a successful black man who now has access to luxuries that he never had before. He has come to the conclusion that he only likes black women but acknowledges that this may be difficult for some to accept. He also boasts about his wealth and the privileges that come with it, such as being able to make bougie women in high-end stores smile at him. J. Cole reminds his listeners of his humble beginnings and shows gratitude for how far he has come.


The song also touches on deeper themes beyond just fame and wealth. J. Cole references his past struggles with feeling hollow and aimless in his music, and how he now spits with purpose and intent. He also acknowledges his mistakes and asks for forgiveness for when he didn't follow the right path. The title "Freedom Of Speech" is fitting as J. Cole is using his platform and voice to express his opinions and experiences, which may not always be easy to hear or digest.


Overall, "Freedom Of Speech" is a powerful message about the complexities of success and the importance of staying true to oneself despite the temptations that come with it.


Line by Line Meaning

Y'all niggas know what it is
Everyone knows what's coming when I show up.


When I show up, the energy switch in this motherfucker (King Cole)
My presence changes the entire vibe of the room.


Came through with a bad bitch in tight britches
I arrived with an attractive woman dressed in revealing clothing.


Made the ho book her own flight, I'm type vicious
I'm so demanding that I made the woman pay for her own transportation.


Black boy fly, stupid racks, oysters on my plate
I'm a successful black man, with plenty of money and luxury food options.


So much bread I think I got white privilege (Gangsta)
My wealth and privilege feel like those of a white person, even though I'm black.


Access to five-star rooms and white bitches
I have the ability to stay in expensive hotel rooms and attract white women.


I dreamed it like Bing Crosby, dreamed a white Christmas
I visualized this luxurious lifestyle, like Bing Crosby's dreaming of a white Christmas.


After shows fuckin' on the slutty snow bunnies
I have sex with promiscuous white women after my performances.


I done came to the conclusion that I only like sisters
I've realized that I'm only attracted to black women.


And that might be a hard pill to swallow for a few
Some people might find this information difficult to accept.


She had dreams of fuckin' Cole and even her father would approve, yeah
One woman was so excited to have sex with me, even her dad would have given his blessing.


(Ye-yes, honey, you can fuck him)
The woman's father gave his approval for her to sleep with me.


Look what a dollar bill'll do
Money can change people's behaviors and attitudes.


Make them bougie bitches workin' up in Prada smile at you
Women who work in high-end stores like Prada will be nicer to you if you have money.


Yeah, I know you hate a nigga, but I'm still smilin' too
Even though some people dislike me, I still maintain a positive attitude.


(Will that be all, sir?) That'll do
I'm easily satisfied and don't require much.


Get money attitude
I have a mindset of always wanting to make more money.


You weren't 'posed to catch no feelings, bitch, we had a rule
Don't develop any emotional attachment to me, it's against the rules.


Netflix when you come through, they ask
When you visit me, I suggest we watch Netflix.


"You niggas still watchin'?" On the TV prompt
We get so involved in watching TV that a prompt appears to check if we're still watching.


She give me dome, I catch some Zs, I call her ZZ Top
While she performs oral sex on me, I fall asleep and she's nicknamed ZZ Top.


I keep it PG when you see me, but I hee-hee not
I may appear family-friendly, but I have a mischievous side.


You go against the mob, you might just get your pinky chopped
If you oppose us, you may suffer severe consequences.


I can't believe he think he hot and his CD flop
I'm surprised that someone can be so confident despite not selling many albums.


Hey, I done seen too many white folks in dashikis, stop
I've noticed many white people wearing African clothing, it's time to stop.


Cole, bitch, the flow switch like every fall
My rap style changes every year, similar to the seasons changing.


I was very poor, now I ball like a young Demi Moore
I used to be extremely poor, but now I'm financially successful like a young Demi Moore.


Henny pour on any floor
I waste valuable alcohol by carelessly pouring it on the floor.


Pain seepin' out my memories' pores
My past traumas still affect me and manifest in my behavior.


Lord forgive me for the times I didn't follow
I regret not following certain principles in the past.


It was reflected in my music, all my shit was hollow
My music used to lack substance and depth due to my mistakes.


But now I spit with hollow tips and follow with the pyro
Now my rhymes have more power and purpose, backed by bullets and explosives.


I politic, you ride to this, then call out sick tomorrow
I influence people and encourage them to enjoy themselves, but may also cause them to miss work due to the after-effects.


I'm ill, fuck how you feel
I'm talented and don't care if others dislike me.


Don't need no goofy-ass Richard Mille for your bitch to tell that I'm rich as hell
I don't need an expensive watch to prove my wealth, my extravagant lifestyle is enough evidence.


And that'll be all, ladies and gentlemen (yeah)
That's the end of my performance, thank you all for coming.


I appreciate you for comin' out tonight
Thank you for attending this event.


Yes, yes, yes, yes, if you wanna check us next time
If you're interested, follow us and catch us at another show in the future.


Same time, same location (hahahaha)
We'll be performing at the same place and time next time as well.


We known to fuck shit up every time we step on this motherfuckin' stage
Our performances are known for being wild and energetic.


That's right
That's the truth.


And this is just a mixtape (ha)
This isn't a full album, just a sample of my work.


You asked for it
You requested more music from me, and I delivered.


E, what up?
A shoutout to someone named E, asking how they're doing.




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Daoud Ayodele Miles Anthony, Jacob Brian Dutton, Jermaine Lamar Cole

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Mixtape Era Cole Was 🥶

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Big fact! Reminds me of the Any Given Sunday era 💯

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@MontiB_

His best & greatest era! From the come up to Truly yours

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I want more rappers to drop more mixtapes on the regular. I miss this unpolished side of music

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