J. Cole is wrapping up 2024 with excitement by releasing two deluxe physical editions of his beloved album, 2014 Forest Hills Drive, to celebrate its ten-year anniversary. Each edition features four additional tracks, and fans received the blue version this weekend. Those who got it early shared that the new songs showcase J. Cole's amazing storytelling ability. The bonus tracks include "Die Together," which some fans feel connects to the theme of 4 Your Eyez Only, along with "Home Soon," "Judgement Day," and "Winter Wonderland." The other version offers the tracks "Keep Heaven Dancing," "Miles," "Black Man In Hollywood," and "Obviously." Fans are eager for these songs to appear on streaming platforms, as many are excited to discover what J. Cole had saved from the 2014 Forest Hills Drive period.
But that's not all he has done for his fans this year. He also made his mixtapes available on streaming services for the first time, including The Come-Up Mixtape Vol. 1, The Warm-Up, and Friday Night Lights. In addition, J. Cole started an audio series called Inevitable, where he discusses his career with his manager and Dreamville co-founder, Ibrahim Hamad. In the latest episode, J. Cole reflected on Kendrick Lamar's album good kid, m.A.A.d. city and the motivation it gave him when it was released. He mentioned that Kendrick's success made his own journey feel more challenging, similar to the impact of Drake’s So Far Gone.
J. Cole even shared some unreleased collaborations with Kendrick Lamar during some episodes of Inevitable, which fans were thrilled to hear. Their relationship may be complicated now, but they still have admiration and respect for each other, which keeps the connection strong. Overall, fans are excited to hear the bonus tracks from 2014 Forest Hills Drive and are curious about what J. Cole will bring in the coming year.