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Born Sinner is the second studio album by American rapper J. Cole, released in 2013. Its songs examine ambition, temptation, guilt, fame, relationships, and the conflict between commercial success and personal values. The album includes "Power Trip," featuring Miguel, and "Crooked Smile," featuring TLC, and was moved to the same release date as Kanye West's Yeezus at Cole's request.
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When was J. Cole’s Born Sinner released?
Born Sinner was released in 2013 as J. Cole’s second studio album. It followed his 2011 debut album, Cole World: The Sideline Story.
What is the song Power Trip about?
“Power Trip” features Miguel and focuses on intense romantic fixation. It became one of the album’s main singles and pairs J. Cole’s verses with Miguel’s chorus.
What themes does Born Sinner explore?
The album deals with ambition, temptation, guilt, fame, relationships, and personal values. Its central tension is the conflict between commercial success and the kind of person J. Cole wants to be.
How is Born Sinner connected to J. Cole’s debut?
Born Sinner continues the personal and autobiographical approach heard on Cole World: The Sideline Story. It is more focused on moral conflict and the pressures that come with success.
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