Instagram/J. Cole & Kendrick Lamar Music J. Cole reflects on stepping away from the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar feud, sharing his conflicted feelings and the lessons learned from Hip-Hop's biggest battle. March 21, 2026 AceShowbiz - J. Cole recently opened up about his decision to step away from the intense Hip-Hop battle involving Kendrick Lamar and Drake that dominated the culture two years ago. Speaking from his childhood home in Fayetteville, North Carolina, the Dreamville founder shared his conflicted feelings and the lessons he gained during that period.