J. Cole's long-awaited album 'The Fall-Off' drops soon. What to know.
- - J. Cole's long-awaited album 'The Fall-Off' drops soon. What to know.
Taylor Ardrey, USA TODAYFebruary 6, 2026 at 2:00 AM
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Soon, J. Cole fans will be able to vibe to the Fayetteville, North Carolina, rapper's long-awaited seventh album.
"The Fall-Off" will be available on Friday, Feb. 6. Cole announced the release date in early January, as well as the track and music video for "Disc 2 Track 2."
The music video depicts the rapper working in a wood-paneled studio, running through his life in reverse, from his death, music career, marriage, son's birth, and his own childhood.
US rapper J. Cole performs at the Governor Ball Music festival in Queens, New York, on June 12, 2022.
Judging the album on a single track so far, fans are excited about what is next from J. Cole.
"Thank you, Jesus. It's been a drought out here," one Instagram user commented on the rapper's announcement post. "I fear this is about to be his best work and we're not ready," another said.
His last album," The Off-Season," was released back in 2021.
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singer Ray J first began appearing on the music charts in the early 2000's, he's become a multi-hyphenate celebrity, releasing music, starring in reality TV shows and becoming a business owner. The singer, who began his musical career in childhood, has been open about his drug and alcohol use, tumultuous love life, health problems and legal troubles over the years. See his career and family in photos, beginning here at the 2024 BET Awards at Peacock Theater on June 30, 2024, in Los Angeles.
" style=padding-bottom:56%>Since "One Wish" singer Ray J first began appearing on the music charts in the early 2000's, he's become a multi-hyphenate celebrity, releasing music, starring in reality TV shows and becoming a business owner. The singer, who began his musical career in childhood, has been open about his drug and alcohol use, tumultuous love life, health problems and legal troubles over the years. See his career and family in photos, beginning here at the 2024 BET Awards at Peacock Theater on June 30, 2024, in Los Angeles.
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Since "One Wish" singer Ray J first began appearing on the music charts in the early 2000's, he's become a multi-hyphenate celebrity, releasing music, starring in reality TV shows and becoming a business owner. The singer, who began his musical career in childhood, has been open about his drug and alcohol use, tumultuous love life, health problems and legal troubles over the years. See his career and family in photos, beginning here at the 2024 BET Awards at Peacock Theater on June 30, 2024, in Los Angeles.
">Since "One Wish" singer Ray J first began appearing on the music charts in the early 2000's, he's become a multi-hyphenate celebrity, releasing music, starring in reality TV shows and becoming a business owner. The singer, who began his musical career in childhood, has been open about his drug and alcohol use, tumultuous love life, health problems and legal troubles over the years. See his career and family in photos, beginning here at the 2024 BET Awards at Peacock Theater on June 30, 2024, in Los Angeles.
" src=https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/fPzomc0FpjeAP2RNw9vdtw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyNDI7aD04Njk-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_slideshows_242/af5b9491fa868c5ffbbcffe3cdc93499 class=caas-img>Ray J poses with his sister, singer Brandy, for a "Moesha" promotional image. Brandy played Moesha Mitchell and Ray J starred as Dorian in the hit show.
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Ray J poses with his sister, singer Brandy, for a "Moesha" promotional image. Brandy played Moesha Mitchell and Ray J starred as Dorian in the hit show.
">Ray J poses with his sister, singer Brandy, for a "Moesha" promotional image. Brandy played Moesha Mitchell and Ray J starred as Dorian in the hit show.
" src=https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/QeKmmFdWSwrM5N8CCX0Hww--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyNDI7aD0xNTE5/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_slideshows_242/214e83ae8f9207bc1b0267e926485961 class=caas-img>Ray J performs on set for his "Wait A Minute" music video featuring Lil' Kim in Los Angeles in January 2001.
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Ray J performs on set for his "Wait A Minute" music video featuring Lil' Kim in Los Angeles in January 2001.
">Ray J performs on set for his "Wait A Minute" music video featuring Lil' Kim in Los Angeles in January 2001.
" src=https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/qavSSpVbP7DffkIPcKuyIQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyNDI7aD0xMTE4/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_slideshows_242/1869dcb6e1fec09774cca6fc92621b72 class=caas-img>Ray J, Brandy, Lil' Kim and Pharrell Williams pose on the set of Ray J's video "Wait A Minute."
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Ray J, Brandy, Lil' Kim and Pharrell Williams pose on the set of Ray J's video "Wait A Minute."
">Ray J, Brandy, Lil' Kim and Pharrell Williams pose on the set of Ray J's video "Wait A Minute."
" src=https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/VWu9wtOzTwguUSM.FfrZbQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyNDI7aD0xMjM5/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_slideshows_242/608851437889bbd7d80a7550423a3719 class=caas-img>Ray J and Lil' Kim on the set of his "Wait A Minute" music video.
" data-src=https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Dh1IltoCTmOpqay0qFRK9A--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyNDI7aD04Mzc-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_slideshows_242/a8b104dd8a6402291e33163c264c3675 class=caas-img data-headline="Singer, reality TV star Ray J's life in the spotlight" data-caption="
Ray J and Lil' Kim on the set of his "Wait A Minute" music video.
">Ray J and Lil' Kim on the set of his "Wait A Minute" music video.
" src=https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Dh1IltoCTmOpqay0qFRK9A--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyNDI7aD04Mzc-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_slideshows_242/a8b104dd8a6402291e33163c264c3675 class=caas-img>Ray J at The WB 2003 winter TCA tour party at Hollywood and Highland in Los Angeles on Jan. 11, 2003.
" data-src=https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/SzWoU9nym2fDeKStNEHkqg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyNDI7aD0xNzY1/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_slideshows_242/5279060b833b29b78db39ed35afa4165 class=caas-img data-headline="Singer, reality TV star Ray J's life in the spotlight" data-caption="
Ray J at The WB 2003 winter TCA tour party at Hollywood and Highland in Los Angeles on Jan. 11, 2003.
">Ray J at The WB 2003 winter TCA tour party at Hollywood and Highland in Los Angeles on Jan. 11, 2003.
" src=https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/SzWoU9nym2fDeKStNEHkqg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyNDI7aD0xNzY1/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_slideshows_242/5279060b833b29b78db39ed35afa4165 class=caas-img>Serena Williams and Ray J attend the "We Are Family" recording session at the Chalice Recording Studios on Nov. 22, 2005, in Los Angeles.
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Serena Williams and Ray J attend the "We Are Family" recording session at the Chalice Recording Studios on Nov. 22, 2005, in Los Angeles.
">Serena Williams and Ray J attend the "We Are Family" recording session at the Chalice Recording Studios on Nov. 22, 2005, in Los Angeles.
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Ray J lays down a track at the "We Are Family" recording session at the Chalice Recording Studios on Nov. 22, 2005, in Los Angeles.
">Ray J lays down a track at the "We Are Family" recording session at the Chalice Recording Studios on Nov. 22, 2005, in Los Angeles.
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Ray J performs on stage during 102.7 KIIS-FM's Wango Tango 2006 concert held at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater on May 6, 2006, in Irvine, California.
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Ray J performs on stage during 102.7 KIIS-FM's Wango Tango 2006 concert held at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater on May 6, 2006, in Irvine, California.
">Ray J performs on stage during 102.7 KIIS-FM's Wango Tango 2006 concert held at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater on May 6, 2006, in Irvine, California.
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Yung Berg and Ray J perform as part of R&B Live with Yung Berg and Casely at Spotlight Live in Times Square on April 1, 2008, in New York City.
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Yung Berg and Ray J perform as part of R&B Live with Yung Berg and Casely at Spotlight Live in Times Square on April 1, 2008, in New York City.
">Yung Berg and Ray J perform as part of R&B Live with Yung Berg and Casely at Spotlight Live in Times Square on April 1, 2008, in New York City.
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Ray J, Brandy and Craig Robinson perform on stage at the 2010 Vh1 Hip Hop Honors at Hammerstein Ballroom on June 3, 2010 in New York City.
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Ray J, Brandy and Craig Robinson perform on stage at the 2010 Vh1 Hip Hop Honors at Hammerstein Ballroom on June 3, 2010 in New York City.
">Ray J, Brandy and Craig Robinson perform on stage at the 2010 Vh1 Hip Hop Honors at Hammerstein Ballroom on June 3, 2010 in New York City.
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Ray J attends the "Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood" premiere event on Sept. 9, 2014, in Hollywood, California.
" data-src=https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/uoDEU.pv58sKR8zxVok_4A--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyNDI7aD0xODAz/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_slideshows_242/6b93c4059b44102f230da00b1b990174 class=caas-img data-headline="Singer, reality TV star Ray J's life in the spotlight" data-caption="
Ray J attends the "Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood" premiere event on Sept. 9, 2014, in Hollywood, California.
">Ray J attends the "Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood" premiere event on Sept. 9, 2014, in Hollywood, California.
" src=https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/uoDEU.pv58sKR8zxVok_4A--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyNDI7aD0xODAz/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_slideshows_242/6b93c4059b44102f230da00b1b990174 class=caas-img>Ray J suprises media personality Joan Rivers onset as she visits "Live From The Couch" to promote the Season 4 premiere of her reality show "Joan And Melissa: Joan Knows Best" on March 28, 2014, in New York City.
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Ray J suprises media personality Joan Rivers onset as she visits "Live From The Couch" to promote the Season 4 premiere of her reality show "Joan And Melissa: Joan Knows Best" on March 28, 2014, in New York City.
">Ray J suprises media personality Joan Rivers onset as she visits "Live From The Couch" to promote the Season 4 premiere of her reality show "Joan And Melissa: Joan Knows Best" on March 28, 2014, in New York City.
" src=https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/jMVwTBYXNMo4r.a7OgWLyg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyNDI7aD04NTY-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_slideshows_242/0476898db9ea67cee8b89c3a8324c4ac class=caas-img>Ray J and his mother Sonja Bates-Norwood attend WE tv's premiere of "Kendra On Top" and "Driven To Love" at Estrella Sunset on March 31, 2016, in West Hollywood, California.
" data-src=https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/kL6.IRCFcqe.yq26ccn3Zg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyNDI7aD05MTQ-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_slideshows_242/2b843737fc8834e05a4b5feac229d74e class=caas-img data-headline="Singer, reality TV star Ray J's life in the spotlight" data-caption="
Ray J and his mother Sonja Bates-Norwood attend WE tv's premiere of "Kendra On Top" and "Driven To Love" at Estrella Sunset on March 31, 2016, in West Hollywood, California.
">Ray J and his mother Sonja Bates-Norwood attend WE tv's premiere of "Kendra On Top" and "Driven To Love" at Estrella Sunset on March 31, 2016, in West Hollywood, California.
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Ray J performs on the runway for Galtiscopio during New York Fashion Week at The Dream Downtown Hotel on Sept. 8, 2017, in New York City.
" data-src=https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/JYNRm4gnIphUqmTgvHEFWQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyNDI7aD04Mjg-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_slideshows_242/7d6b8fa3fde8ebfc243dae24ad0f2610 class=caas-img data-headline="Singer, reality TV star Ray J's life in the spotlight" data-caption="
Ray J performs on the runway for Galtiscopio during New York Fashion Week at The Dream Downtown Hotel on Sept. 8, 2017, in New York City.
">Ray J performs on the runway for Galtiscopio during New York Fashion Week at The Dream Downtown Hotel on Sept. 8, 2017, in New York City.
" src=https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/JYNRm4gnIphUqmTgvHEFWQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyNDI7aD04Mjg-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_slideshows_242/7d6b8fa3fde8ebfc243dae24ad0f2610 class=caas-img>Ray J and Lil Wayne attend Neiman Marcus x Young Money Launch at Neiman Marcus Beverly Hills on Feb. 16, 2018, in Beverly Hills, California.
" data-src=https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/51g7go4M5T1FPnISnZEmrQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyNDI7aD04NDg-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_slideshows_242/73526bb42b8235a8ee57ba13043ad3b1 class=caas-img data-headline="Singer, reality TV star Ray J's life in the spotlight" data-caption="
Ray J and Lil Wayne attend Neiman Marcus x Young Money Launch at Neiman Marcus Beverly Hills on Feb. 16, 2018, in Beverly Hills, California.
">Ray J and Lil Wayne attend Neiman Marcus x Young Money Launch at Neiman Marcus Beverly Hills on Feb. 16, 2018, in Beverly Hills, California.
" src=https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/51g7go4M5T1FPnISnZEmrQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyNDI7aD04NDg-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_slideshows_242/73526bb42b8235a8ee57ba13043ad3b1 class=caas-img>Ray J attends the 2019 MTV Movie and TV Awards at Barker Hangar on June 15, 2019, in Santa Monica, California.
" data-src=https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/PR9wKVo1SMWPhHFBDwKTkQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyNDI7aD0xODYz/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_slideshows_242/6750bbb1d9cf0c39d628663e753c2760 class=caas-img data-headline="Singer, reality TV star Ray J's life in the spotlight" data-caption="
Ray J attends the 2019 MTV Movie and TV Awards at Barker Hangar on June 15, 2019, in Santa Monica, California.
">Ray J attends the 2019 MTV Movie and TV Awards at Barker Hangar on June 15, 2019, in Santa Monica, California.
" src=https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/PR9wKVo1SMWPhHFBDwKTkQ--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyNDI7aD0xODYz/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_slideshows_242/6750bbb1d9cf0c39d628663e753c2760 class=caas-img>Ray J speaks on stage during the 2019 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards at Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center on Aug. 29, 2019, in Sandy Springs, Georgia.
" data-src=https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/_WAitDhSWf5EHIjYZpE3Mg--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTEyNDI7aD04Mjg-/https://media.zenfs.com/en/usa_today_slideshows_242/3fbf2b5c20a25434312236c4b73082f6 class=caas-img data-headline="Singer, reality TV star Ray J's life in the spotlight" data-caption="
Ray J speaks on stage during the 2019 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards at Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center on Aug. 29, 2019, in Sandy Springs, Georgia.
">Ray J speaks on stage during the 2019 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards at Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center on Aug. 29, 2019, in Sandy Springs, Georgia.
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From left: Ray J, Lamar Odom, NeNe Leakes, Slim Thug, DreamDoll, India Love, and BET's SVP of brand strategy and marketing Tiyale Hayes are seen on stage during the "College Hill" cast meet and greet at House Of BET on June 25, 2022, in Los Angeles.
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From left: Ray J, Lamar Odom, NeNe Leakes, Slim Thug, DreamDoll, India Love, and BET's SVP of brand strategy and marketing Tiyale Hayes are seen on stage during the "College Hill" cast meet and greet at House Of BET on June 25, 2022, in Los Angeles.
">From left: Ray J, Lamar Odom, NeNe Leakes, Slim Thug, DreamDoll, India Love, and BET's SVP of brand strategy and marketing Tiyale Hayes are seen on stage during the "College Hill" cast meet and greet at House Of BET on June 25, 2022, in Los Angeles.
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Ray J, Kanye West and Candace Owens attend the "The Greatest Lie Ever Sold" Premiere Screening on Oct. 12, 2022, in Nashville.
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Ray J attends Soul Train Awards 2023 on Nov. 19, 2023, in Beverly Hills, California.
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1 / 32Singer, reality TV star Ray J's life in the spotlight
Since "One Wish" singer Ray J first began appearing on the music charts in the early 2000's, he's become a multi-hyphenate celebrity, releasing music, starring in reality TV shows and becoming a business owner. The singer, who began his musical career in childhood, has been open about his drug and alcohol use, tumultuous love life, health problems and legal troubles over the years. See his career and family in photos, beginning here at the 2024 BET Awards at Peacock Theater on June 30, 2024, in Los Angeles.
When can fans listen to 'The Fall-Off'?
J. Cole has not yet announced if the album will be released on major streaming platforms.
However, the physical versions, both CD and vinyl, are currently available for purchase on thefalloff.com. Cole gave fans insight into his decision to reimagine his album cover.
"2 years ago, after the events that still feed the algorithm til this day, I became incredibly re-inspired, and the album slowly blossomed into a double disc as the concept expanded," he explained.
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"I felt there should be an additional cover that represented that. Something just as strong as the first, with my face on it, so that when I look back in 20 years, I can see an image of who I was at the time I released the project I worked on for so long."
'The Fall-Off' tracklist
In a Wednesday, Feb. 4, Instagram post, Cole further explained the meaning behind his double album. He admitted he made the project "with intentions to be my last," adding that it "brings the concept of my first project full circle," in reference to his 2007 mixtape The Come Up.
Disc 29:
29 Intro
Two Six
Run A Train
Poor Thang
Legacy
Bunce Road Blues
Drum n Bass
The Let Out
Bombs in the Ville/Hit the Gas
Bonus: Lonely at the Top
"Disc 29 tells a story of me returning to my hometown at age 29. A decade after moving to New York, accomplishing what would have seemed impossible to most, I was at a crossroads with the 3 loves of my life; my woman, my craft and my city," Cole wrote.
Disc 39:
39 Intro
Inevitable
The Villest
Old Dog
Life Sentence
Only You
Man Up Above
I Love Her Again
What If
Quick Stop
and the whole world is the Ville
Bonus: Ocean Way
"Disc 39 gives insight into my mindset during a similar trip home, this time as a 39 year old man. Older and a little closer to peace," he continued.
Cole made headlines with a surprise birthday EP
Rapper J. Cole performs onstage during The Meadows Music & Arts Festival on October 1, 2016 in New York City.
On Tuesday night, Jan. 27, ahead of his 41st birthday, Cole announced his EP/mixtape "Birthday Blizzard '26," hosted by the legendary DJ Clue. The project sparked discourse on social media.
In the leading track, "Bronx Zoo Freestyle," he appeared to respond to critics who have continued to question his legacy as a top three rap titan after bowing out of the feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake.
"I used to be top seed/ Apology dropped me/ Way out of the top three/ No problem, I'm probably my best when they doubt me/ Watch me," he said.
In addition to "Bronx Zoo Freestyle," the project features other freestyles: "Golden Goose," "Winter Storm," and "99 Build."
Contributing: Greta Cross, USA TODAY
Taylor Ardrey is a news reporter for USA TODAY. You can reach her at [email protected].
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: J. Cole to release 'The Fall-Off', his new album, Feb. 6
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