J. Cole's decision to not engage in a rap battle with Kendrick Lamar raises the question of whether battling is necessary for greatness in hip hop. This conversation explores the idea of redefining greatness and the criteria for success in the genre.

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⏰ Timecodes ⏰
2:36 - J. Cole's history of apologizing
3:51 - The growing popularity of mental health & how that impacts re-engaging spaces
4:29 - War is necessary in hip-hop
5:02 - "7 Minute Drill" was a temperature check for himself
6:29 - J. Cole & these gun bars
7:37 - Does disengaging from war disqualify anyone to be considered great in hip hop
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