J. Cole’s “7 Minute Drill” serves as a lyrical response to Kendrick Lamar’s subtle shots on “Like That,” where Cole breaks down Kendrick’s discography, comparing his career to the waning quality of *The Simpsons*—classic beginnings, but recent misses. The track, born from one of Cole’s songwriting exercises, feels like a cautious jab rather than a full-on diss, highlighting his conflicted feelings about taking on Kendrick. Despite solid production and sharp lyrics, Cole quickly retracted the song, issuing a public apology and removing it from streaming platforms, leaving fans divided over whether his response was strong enough or if he should have stayed in the ring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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