
In a year that's already seen dozens of incredible releases, Cole's latest is an absolutely terrific Christmas present. The production - courtesy of some bubbling-under beatmakers, along with Cole himself - bangs. The album's standout, "Folding Clothes," will probably spur a thousand new memes. Listening to him spit over the menacing harpsichord of "Immortal," or dropping confident, searing lines on "Neighbours" is a joy. It could have been pretentious, but Cole has always been one of the most slept-on songwriters in hip-hop, and on this record, he's better than he's ever been. Once again, the album contains zero features. The album consists of 10 tracks and clocks in at just under 45 minutes in listening time. Cole is speaking from perspective other than his. Cole is here with his fourth studio album 4 Your Eyez Only. Cole made a special album just for you believe it or not he knows you’ll relate, comprehend, and appreciate the words spoken throughout. Yeah (For your eyes) For your eyes only (For your eyes) For your eyes only, for your eyes only (For your eyes, for your eyes) For your eyes only Hey, niggas be dying on the daily It seems my dreams faded for far too long The consequences deadly Cant visualize myself as nothing but a criminal Control the block, serving up rocks and stay subliminal Cause young niggas is hardheaded, they. That’s why the meaning 4 Your Eyez Only is that J. It's a love letter, and yet, it's astonishing just how hard-hitting it is. Cole is speaking to the masses, using his platform for a greater purpose to raise awareness. It's about how the people you love view you how you may want to impress them, but might not be able to. Eyez is about trying to be a good man, even though circumstances don't permit you to. It's simple, confident, assured - even if the man making it goes out of his way to paint himself as conflicted and confused.īecause the album is about confusion. 4 Your Eyez Only is ten tracks, no features and perfect ingredients. Kanye is gon respond when he gets back on his feet. It's like a chef serving up something simple, a plateful of tomatoes, basil and buffalo mozzarella, perhaps - only the tomatoes are heirloom, the mozzarella is just the right amount of creamy and the whole dish just makes you feel generally better about life. Cole released a new album called 4 Your Eyes Only, and it is one of the more beautiful albums released this year See my review Wonder how Mr.
