Dad's First Reaction to J Cole - Love Yourz
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- čas přidán 25. 06. 2024
- This was my dad's very first time hearing J Cole, hope you guys enjoyed it!
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Intro 0:00
Love Yourz 2:38
Discussion 6:06 - Hudba
"You ain't never gon' be happy 'til you love yours."
Such a powerful message...
Insanely powerful
That line changed how I perceive life. Im very competitive in all parts of life and used to always worry when I was younger I’d never have the best life, then hearing that made me realise that I can be happy as possible now as long as I’m grateful, and even in my future success I will make sure to be grateful for every thing I have in life down to the most fundamental levels.
Don’t be sleeping on your level because there’s beauty in the struggle…that line always gets me. This song is still pushing me to keeping moving
I really like that line, too. Thanks for tuning in Tamika! - Kai’s dad
This song help save my life in 2015 I overdosed on pills I took two bottles of my anxiety meds. After I woke up and went home 4 days later my bestie played this album and Forrest Hills Drive helped saved me literally every time I wanted to die i played the album.
Glad your with us sis!
I’m so glad you’re still with us 🙏🏻 god bless you 💯❤️❤️❤️❤️✝️💯🙏🏻
Glad you surviving sis stay strong sending positive vibes and prayers to you
Aww darling! SO happy I'm reading this today! Much love and power to you.❤
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Just to clarify on this discussion you two are having, Hip Hop has always had conscience rappers. Early 80's hip hop talked about social issues, in the 90's there were still afro centric songs and political commentary in rap. J Cole and Kendrick Lamar are a part of a long legacy. While rappers have always bragged and showed off they have equally been advocates for their communities. We used to call rappers street reporters. The talk of gangs, drugs, parties, and drama were all like headlines from the hood.
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I was going to say the same thing. It was always prevalent in hip hop.
I appreciate this explanation, it truly does fit.
Don't forget Kid Cudi.
They're not historians of the genre just learning as the go. Sheesh 🤣🤦🏾♂️
The song made me settle with my then girlfriend now wife.
I realised i was chasing after a fake life and i decided to love mine and make my grass greener..now i have a family and growing stronger by the day
Thankyou cole for the masterpiece.
facts. that’s me rn. made me appreciate things.
Please do Crooked Smile and Role Models next!! True classics, Cole is really a living legend 🐐
These are the ones I feel Dad would really get a good feel for Cole
Agree with "Crooked Smile." It's a great song.
Def role models 🙏🏼
gotta do the music video with it tho please!!!!
Role models ils 🔥
Play that J Cole 4 YOUR EYES ONLY ! a true story within a song!
Crossroads- by Bone Thugs N Harmony. True lyricists who brought something different to rap 🔥 (such a meaningful song)
Definitely! BUT dad will need the lyrics thats for sure! And an explanation concerning Uncle Charles and why they killed his dog.
They are overrated. It’s a weird kind I’d rap
@@javi57n bone thugs are OVERRATED??? Whew in great words of kandi thank good u don’t get paid for thinking LMAOO
@@ayannadaws8480 thank you! like you KNOW nothing if you think bone thugs are overrated in ANY way😂
@@thinkbeforeitsillegal right 😂😂I’ve never seen anyone say bone thugs is overrated before if anything after alll these years in a way they are still underrated not many folks have even heard or been exposed to their music 🤦♀️
J. Cole is deep with his music. I've always loved him and he is so underrated. Thanks guys!
J.cole is one of the greatest of this era. Every album is incredible.
He is my favorite rapper. So underrated.
imo j. cole isn't underrated, more overhated
@@mmmair This.
@@CounselorMilaj.cole no where near underrated at all......
"Love Yourz"
Love yours
Love yours
No such thing
No such thing as a life that's better than yours
No such thing as a life that's better than yours
No such thing as a life that's better than yours
No such thing, no such thing
Heart beatin' fast, let a nigga know that he alive
Fake niggas, mad snakes
Snakes in the grass let a nigga know that he arrived
Don't be sleepin' on your level cause it's beauty in the struggle nigga
Goes for all y'all
It's beauty in the struggle nigga
(Let me explain)
It's beauty in the struggle, ugliness in the success
Hear my words or listen to my signal of distress
I grew up in the city and though some times we had less
Compared to some of my niggas down the block
Man, we were blessed
And life can't be no fairytale, no once upon a time
But I be God damned if a nigga don't be tryin'
So tell me mama please why you be drinking all the time?
Does all the pain he brought you still linger in your mind?
Cause pain still lingers on mine
On the road to riches listen this is what you'll find
The good news is nigga you came a long way
The bad news is nigga you went the wrong way
Think being broke was better
No such thing as a life that's better than yours
No such thing as a life that's better than yours
No such thing as a life that's better than yours
No such thing, no such thing
For what's money without happiness?
Or hard times without the people you love
Though I'm not sure what's 'bout to happen next
I asked for strength from the Lord up above
Cause I've been strong so far
But I can feel my grip loosening
Quick, do something before you lose it for good
Get it back and use it for good
And touch the people how you did like before
I'm tired of living with demons
Cause they always inviting more
Think being broke was better
Now I don't mean that phrase with no disrespect
To all my niggas out there living in debt
Cashing minimal checks
Turn on the TV see a nigga Rolex
And fantasize about a life with no stress
I mean this shit sincerely
And that's a nigga who was once in your shoes
Living with nothin' to lose
I hope one day you hear me
Always gon' be a bigger house somewhere, but nigga feel me
Long as the people in that motherfucker love you dearly
Always gon' be a whip that's better than the one you got
Always gon' be some clothes
That's fresher than the ones you rock
Always gon' be a bitch that's badder out there on the tours
But you ain't never gon' be happy till you love yours
No such thing as a life that's better than yours
No such thing as a life that's better than yours
No such thing as a life that's better than yours
No such thing, no such thing
Heart beatin' fast, let a nigga know that he alive
Fake niggas, mad snakes
Snakes in the grass let a nigga know that he arrive
"There's beauty in the struggle, ugliness in the success"
These words live in my head..
While you're on J Cole you should play "Be Free" for you dad. Do the live version on David Letterman where you can really hear the pain and passion in his voice.
was literally just thinking this‼️
Oh No! I can't watch that day. "Be Free" makes me cry every time I hear J Cole perform that song on letterman. He has not performed that song since being on letterman. He says that it takes him to a dark place that is hard to come back from. It's incredible; it takes me to a sad, but hopeful place. He is speaking for me. Love it and him.
Thank you for this video recommendation. I agree with you. Even Letterman himself was moved.
2nd this for sure
100% this
I will never understand how it’s possible to make such a masterpiece. Cole really changed the way so many people see life with this incredible song, my favourite artist of all time no doubt.
This song still gives me goosebumps. Thanks for reacting to this guys!
More J Cole reactions would be dope.
I think dad might get emotional again to this one! My favourite j Cole song
This song means so much to me. At my lowest point this song brought me back from the brink 💛
This album holds so much weight in my heart. It came out when I was 21 trying to decide what I should do with my life. Which path I should take. Then this album came out and helped me choose the right path.
What are you doing now?
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Ohhh snap!!! FINALLY some Cole in here😍😍😍😍 This is gonna be EPIC #dreamville what up
Most underrated cole song ever. Forever one of my favorite tunes
Your Dad is really great at digesting the lyrics and appreciating the music as a whole! Definitely gotta do more J Cole songs like (03 adolescence,False prophets,4 your eyez)
Came here to say false prophets and 4 your eyez
Yup
However he might need some background knowledge for false prophets to really feel it
No lie, this song saved me when I was at my lowest in 2017-2018. Even though at the time it was 4-5 years old at the time.
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J cole. Wet Dreamz. Pops would get a kick from that one. Also Nas “I Gave You Power”
Yassssssssss.
This is in one of my favorite songs! That’s for the upload!
i love how the dad closes his eyes and really tries to feel the lyrics and the music 🔥
J Cole should be in the top ten of greats!
That’s a new one for me too. Thanks Kai and Dad. I resonate with this song 🫶🏼 I’ve been working on loving my life too.
You only get one life. Make the best out of it and if you feel yourself being dragged down by bad thoughts dug yourself out because you will appreciate it more because YOU did it. Good luck to you! 😘
@@blackqueenmelanin1449 You're amazing! Such positive vibes and a beautiful aura coming out of your message. I hope you have the most amazing life ahead ✨
I wish the grammy board would have the type of musical objectivity you two have, because there are alot of artists out there that got overlooked for recognition, solely based on the fact that the people voting were not objective enough to take their personal feelings about certain genres of music out of the equation.
I’ve waited for this day! Cole holds a huge place in my life and my heart. I’ve seen him at every show he’s done in LA since I’ve been a fan. This video truly touched the heart.
DAD FELT THAT PIANO IN HIS SOUL . I seen his eyes close and he was just feeling the vibe . dope selection
I love the relationship between the two of you
Worth mentioning that he actually made a splash on the mixtape scene in the late 2000's with a heavy skew towards socially conscious hip hop. On his first album, however, he felt the pressure to release braggadocio songs in order to chase commercial success. This album was a return to his roots, as symbolized by him naming it after his childhood home address and buying the same house from that time.
JCole one of the GOATs. Tupac, JCole, biggie, Kendrick. Hard to beat, I know I missed a couple but those 4 stand out to me.
Please do more JCole. Watching JCole interviews and his music it’s all so beautiful
I love that your dad gets kinda flabbergasted, imo. Great song and Artist. Dad, did you know he also is playing semi pro BB in Canada? Well for a season anyway hope to see him continue playing. He’s very good! Great channel Kai.
J Cole - 4 Your Eyes Only (track) I just listened to that song the other day and it hit me harder now than it did when I first heard it. I think your dad would really like that one.
Real talk
Seconded. Whole album is interesting, it's not being told entirely from Cole's perspective
The genre has always been conscious , since public enemy and so many others . The conscious rap is just never mainstream
this is the most wholesome reaction video to anything I've ever watched. makes it more meaningful for me that it's about my favorite rapper
Wow - thank you. - Kai’s dad
His verse on “Sacrifices” though!!! Big ups on that one also.
That song is SO underrated!
@@mekax89 Facts!! Ran back too it today and got my soul touched 😩
Man WHAT? One of my FAVORITE verses from Cole. I can relate 100%
Probably my new favorite channel yo. Song selections for these reactions are fire dude. If youre looking for intense, vivid storytelling at its finest, yall should look into immortal technique.
Dance with the Devil! Reacting to hearing that one for the first time would be good
@@brandonwyant3938 you never know is also a great song by tech
I also mentioned this one in a previous video. Dance With The Devil or You Never Know would be amazing!
Caught In The Hustle is lesser known but you Immortal Technique fans should check it out if you haven’t already.
@@DPTavares Great song too 👍
J Cole has so many good songs. It's so hard to choose from. Some of my favorite projects from him is his Truly Yours Mixtape, along with Friday Night Lights and of course, 2014 Forest Hills Drive.
I really enjoy you two. Thank you for what you do. You never know how important this unique dynamic can affect someone. I needed to see it. 🙏🏽
Thanks so much Josh, that makes me feel good about what we are doing. Really appreciate you watching and I’m glad it was able to affect you in a positive way❤️
J Cole is one of my fav's 🔥 Great reaction!
I always have ideas of songs that you should react to but honestly, I love just sitting back and seeing what you do. Love the channel, love what you guys do
"I Can" by Nas is one that he would definitely love. "Crossroads" by Bone Thugs as well. "Until The End of Time" by Tupac is one of my favorites...I think he'd like too❤
Until the end of time by 2pac would be great
Got me through bad times, incredible song
just found your Channel & love it. love how dad is so willing to sit with his son with open ears to support his child. much respect to pops!❤
You’re father and you have such a beautiful bond. Just found you guys today and felt the vibe with you two. Much love 💗
I’m a firm believer that Cole’s mixtapes showcased his talent the best. Particularly The Warm Up and Friday Night Lights. Here are some songs to react to:
-Can I Live
-I Get Up (!!)
-Hold it Down
-The Badness (!!)
-Lights Please
-Get Away
The warm up is THEE best J Cole music‼️
Personal favorite is Return of Simba, but I agree J Cole showcased his talent the best in his mixtapes
@@vlabri88 it's debatable lyrically and artistically he's way better then his mixtape days although he was already really good now he's a great but it's all perspective with the music everyone gravitate 2 I suppose
Can’t forget any given Sunday or truly yours 1&2
Enchanted 🔥
Beautiful selection. Can't wait bro
Thank you for this one-
My heart kinda needed to hear it 🎶
What a wonderful way for father and son to bond. Please try out "Fatima" by Somali-Canadian rapper K'naan.
Have you heard K'naan - Stir it up? It's the same Fatima song over Bob Marley's Stir it up, I used to have that song on repeat. This comment took me back!
@@jeanbeya6860 I haven't, but now I'm going to look for it! Thanks for the recommendation.
There is a nice mixtape with K'naan over Fela Kuti and Bob Marley beats. Really. Dope! Might still be on CZcams.
Yes sir, this is better
czcams.com/video/6XrPYoT45LM/video.html
"The message, I need time to digest this" Dad bars!
Happy Father's Day to your dad
Thanks very much! Glad you’re enjoying. - Kai’s dad
Excellent choice guys! This is an album close to my heart and its cool to see others enjoy it as well
I love the raw reactions to these songs, the appreciation not only for the lyrics but for the production, sound, instruments, beats of the whole song. Keep up the great content, huge fan from New Zealand!!! :)
In addition, can you do reactions to live performances.
Love J Cole! So glad you showed your dad 💖
I would love to see you guys react to the whole album. Forrest hills is one of my all time favorite albums. Hard to skip any track. When I feel a certain type of way in life I listen to this album. Thanks for your videos.
yes same here, def top 5 maybe 3 for me. One of few albums I can always listen to front to back, liking every song. Was glad I caught him on tour that year cause he performed the whole album start to finish
Love this reaction!! We need more on this albums ❤️
This album got me through hard times. Brings my back every time I listen to it!. Life has its ups, and downs. You can always overcome difficulties with time and perspective. This album is 🔥
IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS ONE
This is my favourite reaction channel now, your dad appreciating music that is probably not his genre and still enjoying and understanding the messages
One of my favourite rap albums. Love Cole and especially this song cause it gave me a lot of motivation to go through hard period in my life. Keep up with awesome videos and content.
I like that you mentioned that this song has saved a lot of people - I was one of them.
I am a South African and I could relate with another brother from all the way across the globe, and that song shaped how I see life today.
i really enjoyed this reaction and wed love to see a reaction to the full 2014 FHD album!
Best j cole song, as far as lryics go 🔥
love to see this video man, this is my favorite song of all time. I only got 2 tattoos and one is LoveYourz, this song is so rich and deep. Much love from Brazil
I love this song, awesome video! Great content, keep it up guys 👍🏼. There’s so much more in Cole’s catalog that you guys should listen and react to, can’t wait to see more!
one man can change the world - big Sean I think you father will not only like the music but really like the lyrics. keep up the great work
best album of all time.
Finally j cole!! Thank you sir!!
What a beautiful relationship..
J Cole.. wet dreamz🤷🏾♂️💯
Liked the video before I even watched it lol. I have “Love Yourz” tattooed across my collar bone. Thank you for continuing to keep an open mind. Have a great week.
LOVE THIS VIDEO AND THE DISCUSSION. WOW
I just found you guys tonight, tbh this is my favourite reaction channel out. Mainly because I respect your dads view on music an the fact yous actually listen to the whole song then react. Must love an respect to you both keep it up ma gs
Thanks for watching, Michael! - Kai’s dad
Enjoying the content guys.
I love that your dad loved this song!
And the ending is funny haha 😂
Top 5 favorite j cole song cause it’s mad relatable but also brings the depression out of me, can’t listen without getting emotional. But you guys reaction made me subscribe, keep going & elevating!!!
Can’t wait to watch this.. one of my favorite songs ever in life!!
Love how you explained what the song represents to your father mate... J Cole has helped many people, especially this track
My eyes welled up the first time I heard this I will never forget where I was
This is literally my favorite song on the album! 🙌🏽
THIS SONG MAKES ME VERY EMOTIONAL!!! IT'S MY ANTHEM FOR LIFE!!
Yes man ....he's definitely getting into Cole's world
One of my favorite songs of all time, and a top 2 J. Cole song for me, this and 4 Yourz Eyez Only. Amazing song
Slick Rick influenced Nas. Nas influenced J Cole. Love how you are getting to different generations.
Love your videos guys please keep it up! This is one my favourite songs!
Wow! I was one of those who requested this, such a great video!
Great song for Pops!
Ugh I’ve feel in love with watching your guys videos! Huge supporter here 🙏🏼😊
I ADORE YOUR VIDEOS. KEEP THEM COMING!
Best song ever made , ridding in my G63 and playing this on repeat, I wish y’all success
Yay!!! J cole! ❤️
This is so Amazing because this song means so much to me, I'm a huge fan now.
J. Cole been my favorite rapper since I first heard him in 2010-2011 . Dude is amazing.. crazy how people say he's boring
This song makes me 😢 up every time
i love this song w my whole heart.
Love the channel. Going here makes me think you need to let Pops hear some Nipsey. I'm a 48yo Black male that grew up in the Bay Area, CA who moved to FL in my 20's. Didn't really appreciate what Nip was doing until he was killed...
One of my favorite songs ever. Always makes me tear up and I listen to daily for personal reasons but this song came out after me and an ex-gf broke up. And so it makes me tear up in a happy way. It is just beautiful.
Mad love ❤️ always ...I love j. Cole he's amazing and so are you guys love you guys
You should do Crooked Smile by J. Cole feat. TLC next.
YEP!!!
Yesss and watch the video