Dangg i remember crying to this song as a depressed suicidal kid in in my early teens..had on replay!! Lock myself in the restroom!! Tru story..im 25 now.. this song just makes me happy that i grew up!
used to play this song everyday before school, I was depressed suicidal super anxious and resentful. 3 years later, I’ve changed so much and my biggest piece of advice to anyone going through it is take care of yourself like you’d care for someone you adore. you deserve good things you are capable of better, you got it. believe in yourself if no one else. you are more impactful than you imagine, more powerful than you realize. you are able to change your life around, just have to take it a step at a time. Be gentle with yourself too in the process🙏🏼
J cole is just so soulful , he makes you connect to him in a way that few rappers can , kanye lost that when he became an asshole , kendrick and cole got it right now
i feel ya on that. Im a very spiritual person but i ultimately think its up to god to judge the gays and lesbians not us. I truly believe they cant help it.
I was crying when I came across this song .. "Why you wanna tear up?" - that instantly made me stop and think why the hell am I crying? J Cole has a certain power.
Cole, Kendrick, wale have all been an inspiration. we need more artists like them that are in touch with themselves and reality and can really tell a great story with their lyrics.
To all the young men out there with a cold heart just know that you have a greater purpose in life, something much more grand than just money and women. Let's be an example for this next generation. Let's show these little boys what true manhood is, let us rise up and take ownership of ourselves and fight back against the powers of darkness and principalities. Let us go our own way.
thank you for being a good representative of a true man, never lose the light of who you are and remain a good example for the young lost boys of today. much appreciated to know there are still real ones left✊
When I was 16 me and my family went through some difficult times, I was released from jail at 17 upon being released I wasn’t allowed to go home, so I was sent to a group home and at age 17 let me tell you I wasn’t the happiest kid, I spent all my time in my dark room it wasn’t until I discovered cole that I started to become human again, it was j.coles/big sean/drakes old stuff that got me through life, I taught myself how to smile in front of mirror to the song called memories by Big Sean, I’m 24 now and my family is now in a good position my moms a certified teacher and my sisters in university for nursing 3rd year, I come back every now and then to listen to these songs to remind myself how far we came ❤️ #my_smile_is_unbreakable
@kid SODHG swagger I’m glad you doing well brother this song and your story resonates to me as well. I had a rough go at life too and this song got me thru a lotta hard times in middle school moving to a new school keep doing your best!
I listened to this song a lot back when I was struggling with depression and some bad habits, trying to convince myself to cheer up. My favorite line was always "but cheer up, you gotta be your own mascot" very true and with a lot of work and training my mind, I've made it to much better days (:
Why I like J. Cole: I listen to this whenever I feel down, and immediately I'm better. Listening about cars and women and money doesn't do it, but getting a blast of real feelings and hope does it. Hip hop industry needs more realness like this.
another song by j cole which has left me speechless. J cole writes true poetry and has the ability to connect with the worlds problems which is somethings most rappers are not able to do. He has something real to say about life which is worth listening too. I have seen interviews with him and he seems to be such a well rounded person who isn't about making loads of money but just really about his music. I respect him so much:)
My friend Alex Davis was a big J cole fan this was his favorite song I play this song every time I visit him Rest In Peace Alex Even through the joy I feel the pain
The part "Even when I'm high I feel the lows" hit me hard. I know what he means. No matter I'm surrounded with lots of friends, There are still people who will look down on you and still can't avoid feeling low.
I don't just listen to his music when I'm sad.. I always do. J Cole is the realest rapper out there, and I don't care what anyone says about it. He should be on the radio waaaay more than other rappers. I barely hear him on the radio, but when I do.. I can't tell you how happy I get lol. I can't tell you how much I love J Cole.. he gives me hope. In my opinion, he's the best and always will be.. √
I'm fucking crying because of this song. I feel like this shit everyday of my life, and I been listening to Jermaine for awhile but I just heard this song, he really gives me hope. Much love to him.
I showed this song to my little sister who was going thru alot in life and she loved it now when I listen to this song all I do is think of her R.I.P Delilah Ybarra she was kill in a hit and run October 28 2022 😪
I loved how he quoted Tupac he used it well he is one of the last goooood rappers I will never get bored of his music his songs will always be my favs.
Everyone talking about 2pac lyrics J.Cole used. This was done deliberately, Cole was not trying to hide the fact that this is 2pac lines. If he was trying to hide this fact he would not have used one of the most known set of lyrics in hip hop. This is done as homage to 2pac, a sign of respect and even admiration and if you understand this fact it makes the song more dope. Cole was not the first one to do this, Jay Z has done this a few time using famous lines of Big L and Biggie, as a sign of respect and admiration for one of the 2 new york rappers that help pave the way for him to succeed.
Songs like this are why i say coles the real pac of our generation in n out of the music he emulates pacs message in a modern fashion so todays kids teens n adults can still relate n enjoy the music
I play this song when I'm bleeding, but when he says "lil mama cheer up" , " why you wanna tear up" , " be your own mascot " ........i just play the song the whole day abd I stop crying ❤
Damn that second verse is depressing. Some kid in my English class quiet af right. So as our warm up we had to read a poem or rap and you had to say it aloud. Everyone made corny raps and it was funny. When it got to his turn he said the second verse of this song. And he told me the song and now I'm just thinking what he's going through.
one of the few songs to where I feel that it is directed directly towards me and the young ladies feeling as if they aren't worth much. your not alone...stay strong
He tells it like it is LOVE J Cole all his songs are inspiring and true. I love how some how humor to. I think everyone can relate to his songs in some way I know I do I would love to see him perform. I always fell better when I listen to music but his is beyond helpful thanks J Cole keep it coming.
Die hard fans know this one . Cheer up , nothing last forever, how high, see it to believe it, It won't be long Visions of home Imma fool 2012 Some of the best Cole songs .
" left me with scars it was hard to see her suffer blocking my heart and i dont know if i'll recover im going under and as i headed through the front door she said she proud of me " i started tearing up when i saw that verse .
J.Cole, I can speak for some people... thank you for writing this amazing song that touches mine and a lot of hearts because this is real life, this is some people's life. Including mine, all I need to say is thank you
''i wake up in the morning and i ask myself is life worth living should i blast myself." Tupac Shakur
I don't mind him using that because he used it well but 2pac did it better obviously
he uses lines from rappers like biggie and tupac all the time
that lyrics got me asking where the fuck did i heard that? haha thanks bruh
no prob
Abshir I'm poor and even worse I'm black my stomach hurts so I'm looking for a purse to snatch
This song has helped me through so many bad times, and I'm so thankful for this man 🙏
You check his mix tapes
great songs, I'm a rapper, check out my songs on my channel if it's not too much trouble
TBH. This song is an absolute life changer
i'm thankfull 4 Cole 2 he is da man yo FrFr 🙌💯
londracakesss If you like this you will love John River. Look this nigga up if u never heard of him. U will not regret it.
Another overlooked song by J. Cole that's most of the world won't listen to..
Most of his unreleased/truly yours/mixtape stuff is like that unfortunately
We’re enjoying it homie. That, I’m thankful for.
J. Cole saved my life I wrote a song called True Love because of him. You’ll hear it soon
Refer me to more please!
Still true till this day
Dangg i remember crying to this song as a depressed suicidal kid in in my early teens..had on replay!! Lock myself in the restroom!! Tru story..im 25 now.. this song just makes me happy that i grew up!
Me and you both. Good for you! Keep moving forward always 💜
Me too
25 LMFAO i'm 26 feelin bad, 2 l8 4 me eh?
I’m currently listening to this while going thru a breakup🙏
This give me sm hope
To whoever's reading this I wish you the best of all this world could give, Cheer up:).
Marcel Morris thank you!
Marcel Morris needed this. thank you! :)
Marcel Morris thanks bro
Marcel Morris no shit
Thanks really needed that
So happy I found this song in middle school. It had such an impact during tough times in school. Now Im in college about to graduate !!
used to play this song everyday before school, I was depressed suicidal super anxious and resentful. 3 years later, I’ve changed so much and my biggest piece of advice to anyone going through it is take care of yourself like you’d care for someone you adore. you deserve good things you are capable of better, you got it. believe in yourself if no one else. you are more impactful than you imagine, more powerful than you realize. you are able to change your life around, just have to take it a step at a time. Be gentle with yourself too in the process🙏🏼
This song got me through the worst time of my life. J. Cole is a blessing
On the real this can get u through so much
same
same
same
I can completely relate Shreya...
J cole is just so soulful , he makes you connect to him in a way that few rappers can , kanye lost that when he became an asshole , kendrick and cole got it right now
some of ab-souls stuff will hit you deep
Henry Standage macklemore?
James Stone most people stopped respecting maklemore as a rapper when same love came out
i feel ya on that. Im a very spiritual person but i ultimately think its up to god to judge the gays and lesbians not us. I truly believe they cant help it.
James Stone yea
I was crying when I came across this song ..
"Why you wanna tear up?" - that instantly made me stop and think why the hell am I crying? J Cole has a certain power.
❤️
YES!!!!!
You can only imagine how many lives this changed for the better
I feel sorry for all the cole fans who don't know about the songs on youtube, some of his best shit is not in his albums or mixtapes
I kind of agree with you, they're like individual masterpieces
On CZcams?? Haha not all his songs are there. Lol
E Melchor 'Some'
+xDaZedx112 This is from sideline story though? But yea man I get you bro
+HANUL Sideline story.. nah bro Ive listened to that album fair few times and this aint there
J Cole inspires me. He is the best rapper in the world.
"living the life that you hate but cant escape"
maaan
Jules Martinez tss 💯💯💯💯💯
Cole, Kendrick, wale have all been an inspiration. we need more artists like them that are in touch with themselves and reality and can really tell a great story with their lyrics.
To all the young men out there with a cold heart just know that you have a greater purpose in life, something much more grand than just money and women. Let's be an example for this next generation. Let's show these little boys what true manhood is, let us rise up and take ownership of ourselves and fight back against the powers of darkness and principalities. Let us go our own way.
amen. "Don't gain the world and lose your soul; wisdom is better than silver or gold." - Bob Marley
Melissa Broussard Love that quote. And of course, Bob the legend.
MICHAEL WILLIAMSON more power to you my brother ✊🏾
Thanks man. G-d bless you, and may the Ghost lead you in all the ways of righteousness.
thank you for being a good representative of a true man, never lose the light of who you are and remain a good example for the young lost boys of today. much appreciated to know there are still real ones left✊
nigga makes me feel like things can get better
preach.
They do...Whats stopping you from changing everything ?
Jonn Dalin I know fr
listen to rain by chamillionare and scarface. that song will get u through some tough times
When I was 16 me and my family went through some difficult times, I was released from jail at 17 upon being released I wasn’t allowed to go home, so I was sent to a group home and at age 17 let me tell you I wasn’t the happiest kid, I spent all my time in my dark room it wasn’t until I discovered cole that I started to become human again, it was j.coles/big sean/drakes old stuff that got me through life, I taught myself how to smile in front of mirror to the song called memories by Big Sean, I’m 24 now and my family is now in a good position my moms a certified teacher and my sisters in university for nursing 3rd year, I come back every now and then to listen to these songs to remind myself how far we came ❤️ #my_smile_is_unbreakable
U did what most would not be able to do
Salute
Sunita Singh thank you! 🙌🏻
@kid SODHG swagger I’m glad you doing well brother this song and your story resonates to me as well. I had a rough go at life too and this song got me thru a lotta hard times in middle school moving to a new school keep doing your best!
@@TrevieTrev thank you! You as well ❤️✊🏼
@@kidsodhgswagger5024 I’m doing my best considering everything going on😅 we gonna make it tho
I listened to this song a lot back when I was struggling with depression and some bad habits, trying to convince myself to cheer up. My favorite line was always "but cheer up, you gotta be your own mascot" very true and with a lot of work and training my mind, I've made it to much better days (:
Why I like J. Cole: I listen to this whenever I feel down, and immediately I'm better. Listening about cars and women and money doesn't do it, but getting a blast of real feelings and hope does it. Hip hop industry needs more realness like this.
another song by j cole which has left me speechless. J cole writes true poetry and has the ability to connect with the worlds problems which is somethings most rappers are not able to do. He has something real to say about life which is worth listening too. I have seen interviews with him and he seems to be such a well rounded person who isn't about making loads of money but just really about his music. I respect him so much:)
this song touches my soul. really surprised how deep jcole really is..he knows a woman's worth.
i really needed to listen to this song tonight.. thank you cole.
My friend Alex Davis was a big J cole fan this was his favorite song
I play this song every time I visit him
Rest In Peace Alex
Even through the joy I feel the pain
Rip Alex. 💐💐💐
this is why i love Jcole his songs are so meaningful and deep
I love j cole his music is just so real and touching... it's hard to find artists like that these days.
best rapper alive yall will all be saying it soon
Of kourse
i tell everyone the same thing
Damn you were right
@@marmar3562 man was he right
ay bro spoken to existence!!
The part "Even when I'm high I feel the lows" hit me hard. I know what he means. No matter I'm surrounded with lots of friends, There are still people who will look down on you and still can't avoid feeling low.
I think he meant that even when he smokes and gets high he can still feel his lows aka he still feels his pain and struggles
@@futurehofer1564 correct
I don't just listen to his music when I'm sad.. I always do. J Cole is the realest rapper out there, and I don't care what anyone says about it. He should be on the radio waaaay more than other rappers. I barely hear him on the radio, but when I do.. I can't tell you how happy I get lol. I can't tell you how much I love J Cole.. he gives me hope. In my opinion, he's the best and always will be.. √
It's kind of sad the amount of years that I've cried to this song... Seems like I'm always in the same place.
Jenilyn Vasquez hey lil mama cheer up
Jenilyn Vasquez
I
Is shit better?
I know the feels 😫 you got this mama!
I hope you’re doing better
I love this song I know it save & change so many girls 🙌🏽 Cole be helping people through there struggle , speaking straight knowledge💭.
Toine Crzy that second verse changed dudes lives too yo.
I'm fucking crying because of this song. I feel like this shit everyday of my life, and I been listening to Jermaine for awhile but I just heard this song, he really gives me hope. Much love to him.
Cheer up by Skizzy Mars will cheer YOU up!
J. Cole's songs are so deep
This song will always get to me no matter what ❤️😭
7 years listening to this, hits like the first time I listened it to, Cole is just Cole
I wake up in the morning and I ask myself, is life worth living, should I blast myself? Tupac And J Cole = Life
Damn u so right my nigga that ring so good probably one of the dopest hip hop song ever shit a classic bruh
I showed this song to my little sister who was going thru alot in life and she loved it now when I listen to this song all I do is think of her R.I.P Delilah Ybarra she was kill in a hit and run October 28 2022 😪
My condolences bro🙏❤️
Still listening to this in december 2014,.. and probalbly gonna listen to this my whole life..The second part damn..
+SpartanzOG december 2015 still on it
omar farooqi yes brother its untouchable
2016
Still listening in February 2016. This song is just too amazing to let go
+Sparkel J august 2016 still bumping
This song speaks to the soul... A true example of soul food, bless up Jermaine!!🍁
I loved how he quoted Tupac he used it well he is one of the last goooood rappers I will never get bored of his music his songs will always be my favs.
J.Cole lifts my hope up
This song saved a life🙏🏻 ❤️
Glad you're here 💓 keep on keeping on 🙌🏾
hope you doing great!
This one of them songs by Cole that just touched a whole lot of lives. wonderful.
Cole gonna be the greatest before long, that Letterman performance was crazy
when a song actually makes you cheer up.
2021 bumping still ‼️🏁
2019 anyone?
Please get this song on Spotify😫
Everyone talking about 2pac lyrics J.Cole used. This was done deliberately, Cole was not trying to hide the fact that this is 2pac lines. If he was trying to hide this fact he would not have used one of the most known set of lyrics in hip hop. This is done as homage to 2pac, a sign of respect and even admiration and if you understand this fact it makes the song more dope. Cole was not the first one to do this, Jay Z has done this a few time using famous lines of Big L and Biggie, as a sign of respect and admiration for one of the 2 new york rappers that help pave the way for him to succeed.
Deus A bingo nicely said
Deus A Thank YOU
Agreed
The first verse just brought me to tears ...
vSharingan LMFAO
You savage af 😭😭💀
That second verse man 👌, I can feel that!
Exactly what I said that second verse was just man it left me speechless
+Marissa Zapata The first two lines of that verse is from Tupac's song
+Patrick Reyes duh everybody knows that
Songs like this are why i say coles the real pac of our generation in n out of the music he emulates pacs message in a modern fashion so todays kids teens n adults can still relate n enjoy the music
I play this song when I'm bleeding, but when he says "lil mama cheer up" , " why you wanna tear up" , " be your own mascot " ........i just play the song the whole day abd I stop crying ❤
Damn that second verse is depressing. Some kid in my English class quiet af right. So as our warm up we had to read a poem or rap and you had to say it aloud. Everyone made corny raps and it was funny. When it got to his turn he said the second verse of this song. And he told me the song and now I'm just thinking what he's going through.
you can I use this in my rap because there was a similar kid, I was going to make it into a rap for my song to keep peoples heads up
Holy shit that second verse hits like a train.
I love this man. I'll always remember him bru helped me thru life and everything. I'm thankful i grew up with his music.
Brought tears to my eyes man...
I can listen to this on repeat all day 5his song digs deep
Evan Isenhour SAM
This song definitely got me through High School.
Old song but the message still holds so much truth and power. To anybody that can relate I wish you the best in all that you pursue. Cheer Up
Thank you! 💖
one of the few songs to where I feel that it is directed directly towards me and the young ladies feeling as if they aren't worth much. your not alone...stay strong
People might get at me for saying this, but I think J. Cole is the best rapper at the moment. Not taking anything away from Kendrick.
i agree .Hes got the songs you feel in your heart.
While I don't agree he is very good!!!
MrJClutchy I've changed my mind since I posted this lol. I like Kendrick better now but Cole is still in my top 3.
Damn, the amount of times I’ve come back to this... way too many.
It helps me through hard times. Thank yu, J. Cole!
This is real music. Hes not trying to only make club bangers, or "gang" music. Cole stays true to himself.
I will always love and appreciate this song.
J Cole is incredible
j.cole is just the best and the realist of em all. j.cole & Kendrick are the best rappers that are modern today
I’m glad this dude is doing great!!! I wish him the best!!! I hope he knows how much his songs help me and my peeps!!! My boy the 🐐!!!
Cole isn't underated in the rap game, hes just underated by radio stations, man I would listen to the radio more if they played more of his songs
j.cole is pure genius!
Cole is still relevant for a reason always humble and still brings out Bangers!
He tells it like it is LOVE J Cole all his songs are inspiring and true. I love how some how humor to. I think everyone can relate to his songs in some way I know I do I would love to see him perform. I always fell better when I listen to music but his is beyond helpful thanks J Cole keep it coming.
its 2015 n this song still hasn't got old 😌
The second verse in this song always punched me in the gut 😩 the feels
2020 I can hear this song forever 🔥🤘🏽
2021 and still a masterclass
2021 anyone??
The 2nd verse touch me so hard dawg u can't imagine that hoping this song gone have a 2nd and a 3rd part
Real life , I get by thanks to j cole, his music is beautiful and brought many hours of happiness to my life
Die hard fans know this one .
Cheer up ,
nothing last forever,
how high,
see it to believe it,
It won't be long
Visions of home
Imma fool
2012
Some of the best Cole songs .
So much to relate to in the second verse
This Guy Is Just Amazing
" left me with scars it was hard to see her suffer blocking my heart and i dont know if i'll recover im going under and as i headed through the front door she said she proud of me "
i started tearing up when i saw that verse .
classic. only O.G. fans know this song
but cheer up, you gotta be your own mascot.
Where was I one year ago when I needed this...
I always listen to this when I feel low, thank you cole
He really should produce this. It’s one of my favorites.
“Am i hopeless raised with rats and roaches
Never like them teachers couldn’t stand my coaches”
That part hits bro
When you come from that it hits diffrent man...
Helps me through them days
2015 & I'm still listening to this song. Whenever I'm feeling down I play this song & I feel much better.
J.Cole, I can speak for some people... thank you for writing this amazing song that touches mine and a lot of hearts because this is real life, this is some people's life. Including mine, all I need to say is thank you
Smartest and greatest rapper of all time☀️🌧
Y.D.K 4life brooo u high😂😂😂
before him there are: pac biggie em mads veslelia and few others..
goosebumps.... wow...
Years later and this still hits the same, feel fortunate to have known this side of Coles music
This song is special, and highly underrated. I knew Cole was going to be my favorite when I heard this one.
cause ya mind don't match what ya ass got... Man that line gets me
still here 2016
And 2017 going on 2018
I’ll forever bump this song🔥🔥🔥
J. Cole's songs... always got me thru bad times...