Cole initially gained recognition as a rapper following the release of his debut mixtape, The Come Up, in early 2007 in which he also founded his record label Dreamville with label president Ibrahim Hamad. Intent on further pursuing a solo career as a rapper, he went on to release two additional mixtapes The Warm Up in 2009 and Friday Night Lights in 2010, after signing to Jay Z's Roc Nation imprint in 2009.
Cole released his debut studio album, Cole World: The Sideline Story, on September 27, 2011, which included the lead single "Work out". It debuted at number one on the U.S. Billboard 200, and was soon certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
In June 18, 2013, Cole released his second studio album Born Sinner. Born Sinner sold 297,000 copies in its first week of release, and peaked at number one in it's third week of release. The album received mostly positive reviews from critics. On September 15, 2020, Born Sinner was certified double platinum. The album was supported by the lead single Power Trip with R&B artist Miguel, which was released on February 14.
On December 9, 2014, Cole, released his third studio album "2014 Forest Hills Drive". It was also the first album in 25 years at that time that went 3 times platinum with absolutely no features. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, selling 353,000 copies in its first week and was certified platinum on March 31, 2015. The latter earned him his first Grammy Award nomination for Best Rap Album. The album was later accompanied by two documentaries "J. Cole: Road to Homecoming" in the period of December 16, 2015 โ January 9, 2016 & "Forest Hills Drive: Homecoming" on January 9, 2016.
On 9 December, 2016, Cole released his fourth studio album "4 Your Eyez Only". The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart with 492,000 album-equivalent units, of which 363,000 were pure album sales, becoming Cole's fourth number one album. On January 12, 2017, the album was certified gold and certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) on April 7, 2017.
On April 20, 2018 Cole released his 5th studio album "KOD", after he revealed the album name two days after and held a couple listening sessions. The album featured his new alter ego kiLL edward under which he released the single "Tidal Wave (just a little reference)" on April 18th, 2018, 2 days before releasing KOD. The album was recieved with positive reviews from critics and debuted atop the US Billboard 200, selling 397,000 album-equivalent units in its first week (174,000 coming from pure sales), earning Cole his fifth consecutive number-one album in the country. The album broke several streaming records at the time of the release. On December 5, 2018 the album was certified platinum.
Cole released a 2 song EP called "Lewis Street" on July 22, 2020, which included the single "The Climb Back", which would later be featured on his 6th studio album. On May 7, 2021, Cole released the lead single "Interlude" one week before releasing his 6th studio album. Cole's 6th studio album "The Off-Season" was released on May 14, 2021. The album sold 282,000 album-equivalent units in its first week and would earn Cole his sixth consecutive number-one album in the country. 4 of the 12 songs debuted on the top ten on the US Billboard Hot 100, with the song "My Life" featuring 21 Savage & Morray peaking at number 2.
Self-taught on piano, Cole also acts as a producer alongside his hip hop career, producing singles for artists such as Kendrick Lamar and Janet Jackson, as well as handling the majority of the production in his own projects. He has also developed other ventures, including Dreamville Records, as well as non-profit organization the Dreamville Foundation. In January 2015, Cole decided to house single mothers rent-free in his childhood home in Fayetteville, North Carolina.
I Get Up Warm Up
J. Cole Lyrics
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I wanta get into it, man, you know
Like a, like a sex machine, man
Movin', doin' it, you know, can I count it off?
(Go ahead)
One, two, three, four
Get up, get on up
Stay on the scene
Like a sex machine
Wait a minute, shake your arm, then use your form
Stay on the scene like a sex machine
You got to have the feeling sure as you're born
Get it together right on, right on
Get up, get on up
I said the feeling you got to get
Give me the fever in a cold sweat
The way I like it is the way it is
I got mine and don't worry 'bout his
Get on up and then shake your money maker
Shake your money maker
The lyrics to J. Cole's song "I Get Up Warm Up" is an homage to James Brown's classic song "Get Up (I Feel Like Being a) Sex Machine". J. Cole starts the song off with a monologue that is similar to the one that James Brown uses at the beginning of his song. In the monologue, J. Cole talks about how heโs ready to get up and do his thing, comparing himself to a sex machine, ready to move and do it. The song's message appears to be that the artist wants to elevate himself and get to the top no matter what it takes, much like James Brown, who was known for his high-energy performances.
The first verse of the song is borrowed from James Brown's song off the bat, asking people to get up and get on up. The chorus repeats the message, telling listeners to stay on scene and keep things moving like a "sex machine." The message here is one of urgency, empowerment, and hard work. J. Cole is urging listeners to keep pushing themselves to the limit, to keep moving and grooving, and to keep toiling away until they reach their goals.
Overall, "I Get Up Warm Up" by J. Cole is a song that takes inspiration from a classic funk song and turns it into a modern hip-hop message. The song is about hard work, perseverance, and the drive to succeed, much like the message of the original song. J. Cole uses his flow and lyrics to give his own spin on the classic funk message, drawing from his own experiences and struggles to deliver a powerful and inspiring track.
Line by Line Meaning
Fellas, I'm ready to get up and do my thing
I am prepared and motivated to do what I need to do.
I wanta get into it, man, you know
I want to fully immerse myself in the experience.
Like a, like a sex machine, man
I want to move with the same level of energy and excitement as someone engaging in sexual activity.
Movin', doin' it, you know, can I count it off?
I am ready and eager to start moving and doing what I need to do. May I begin?
(Go ahead)
Yes, please proceed.
One, two, three, four
Let's start counting and getting into the rhythm.
Get up, get on up
Get up and start moving.
Stay on the scene
Stay present and engaged with what is happening.
Like a sex machine
Continue moving with the same energy and excitement as before.
Wait a minute, shake your arm, then use your form
Take a moment to stretch and prepare your body, then use proper technique.
You got to have the feeling sure as you're born
You need to have a deep-rooted passion for what you're doing.
Get it together right on, right on
Pull yourself together and keep moving forward.
I said the feeling you got to get
I am emphasizing how important it is to have the right mindset and attitude.
Give me the fever in a cold sweat
I want to feel deeply passionate and excited, even if it requires hard work and struggle.
The way I like it is the way it is
I want things to be done my way, as it is most comfortable for me.
I got mine and don't worry 'bout his
I am confident in myself and don't concern myself with others' opinions or achievements.
Get on up and then shake your money maker
Get up and start moving, and show off your skills or talents.
Shake your money maker
Continue to showcase your abilities and talents.
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: RANDY MULLER, KAREEM BROWN, BRENCE SKINNER, LARRY JOHNSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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HelloWeChill I woke up early in the morning
Hoes blowin' up my phone
Ain't no use to small talkin' when they know I'm tryna bone
Fuck 'em
I'll holla later, man
Right now my mind elsewhere
My Mom's healthcare get her out this hell here
A lot of niggas fail
Frail niggas won't prevail here
We seen it all man, niggas can't even spell scared
A Fresh Prince but yo my city ain't no Bel-Air
Fuck if you would sell, I'm worried bout my welfare
So farewell to them broke days and bonjour to the most paid
Soon as my dough straight
I throw the wifey in some Dolce
And put some chains on my niggas like I own slaves
I get up
Look out the window hope the sun shining
Down on my niggas outhere front lining
I hit the streets and see them boys out here locking up some older head
So Goddamn homey, hold your head
And hold your head
I get up
I see the clouds from my window
I pray the sun gon' shine this way
And where I go as the wind blow
Momma your son gonna find his way
And if I gotta crawl I'mma make to the end though
Up to the top if climb my way
And tell 'em I'mma rise
I'm on my
Headed for the sky
I'm on my way
Paint a picture to show the deaf what it's like to listen
And speak the words and tell a blind man what he missin'
For all my niggas doin' time man up in prison
Felt you had to resort to crime, man fuck the system
We raisin' babies up in Hades where there ain't no hope
Ain't no fathers, don't take no scholarship to slang no dope
Politicians hollerin' bout problems but I ain't gon' vote
He talk about change
Still we floatin' in the same ol' boat
So tell me how I'm supposed to feel when the President spoke
When he ain't never had to struggle
Ain't never been broke
Ain't even roll through the ghetto ain't neva been close
Trustin' this government like trustin' the devil in oath
For rebel with quotes, I get up
Lifestyle of the young, black and reckless
A generation of niggas strapped and askin' questions
Like tell me why I ain't got shit
I let this liquor fill my liver with them toxics
As I sip
I get up
I see the clouds from my window
I pray the sun gon' shine this way
And where I go as the wind blow
Momma your son gonna find his way
And if I gotta crawl I'mma make to the end though
Up to the top if climb my way
And tell 'em I'mma rise
I'm on my
Headed for the sky
I'm on my way
Yeah, to all my niggas paper chasin'
I pray for your paycheck
Just keep the faith that you gon' make it one day you'll be cakin'
Takin' this shit one step at a time
That real shit is stuck in my mind
But to that bullshit I'm deaf and I'm blind
Destined to shine I'm a find a way
Cause hey
Dammit them jobs outthere ain't tryna pay
I pray
Granted nine to five is how you survive
I ain't tryna survive, I'm tryna throw my Momma in rides
I'm a provide for my seed I'm the soil
I teach 'em bout' loyalty
I teach 'em that his skin black like oil that's for royalty
I show 'em all the things that my pops was neva showin' me
Treat 'em like a growin' tree with this poetry
I get up
And show the sons how to lead not to follow
The present is our gift but our seeds got tommorow
So please niggas raise your kids
And help em' overcome that bull shit they daze us with
I blaze the shit
I get up
I see the clouds from my window
I pray the sun gon' shine this way
And where I go as the wind blow
Momma your son gonna find his way
And if I gotta crawl I'mma make to the end though
Up to the top if climb my way
And tell 'em I'mma rise
I'm on my
Headed for the sky
I'm on my way
@jazenrangel5987
When I was homeless I used to have this song on repeat. Now I got my own place , a car and a good career. So thankful for Cole. Heโs always motivated me during rough times ๐ฏ
@jermaineseven956
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@officialOriginalR
I'm going through the same shit, in temporary accommodation right now...
@theprince1795
@MotionR keep going my guy ๐๐พ
@anthonycoleman3148
God bless bro
@jazenrangel5987
MotionR everything is temporary man pray you get back on your feet 10 times better than before ๐ฏ
@johnbowen6038
Fresh out the Feds in 2010 jumped in the Community College not knowing what I was doing and I played this song every morning while I got dressed and again while driving to class. Motivated me every step of the way to transferring to the University and getting that bachelors. Donโt know where Iโd be without this song. Bring tears to my eyes thinking about them days
@shainaevans6701
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@SLAUSONGIRL
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@juancarlosmejia8514
PAIN ๐คฒ๐ผ