No Role Modelz is a song by American rapper J. Cole, released as the lead single from his third studio album, 2014 Forest Hills Drive. The song has become one of J. Cole’s most successful singles, peaking at number 13 on the US Billboard Hot 100, and reaching number one on the US Rhythmic chart. The song has been praised for its powerful lyrics and message about the importance of having positive role models in one’s life.
Overview of No Role Modelz
No Role Modelz is a hip-hop song, with J. Cole’s signature soulful vocal delivery and hard-hitting lyrics. The song’s main theme is the importance of having positive role models in one’s life, as J. Cole raps about his own struggles and how he found solace in music. The song also touches on themes of ambition, success, and the power of the human spirit. The song features a sample of “The World is Yours” by Nas, which gives the song an added layer of depth and nostalgia.
Full Lyrics of No Role Modelz
[Verse 1]
I’m too close to cuttin’ all the bullshit out my life
I’m too fly to ever land in the same place twice
No role modelz, only niggas that pretend to like
And try to be the answers to the questions that I write
[Chorus]
No role modelz, no role modelz, no role modelz
No role modelz, no role modelz, no role modelz
[Verse 2]
I’m too young to be feelin’ this old
I’m too fly to ever be on the ground, oh
My niggas in the hood, they think I’m straight out of Hollywood
But the truth is I’m just tryin’ to get it out the mud
[Chorus]
No role modelz, no role modelz, no role modelz
No role modelz, no role modelz, no role modelz
[Verse 3]
My life is a movie, and everybody’s watchin’
But they don’t really know the ending, so I gotta keep performin’
I’m tryin’ to live it up, but my conscience keep callin’
And I’m tryin’ to stay true, but these hoes keep fallin’
[Chorus]
No role modelz, no role modelz, no role modelz
No role modelz, no role modelz, no role modelz
[Outro]
I’m too close to cuttin’ all the bullshit out my life
I’m too fly to ever land in the same place twice
No role modelz, only niggas that pretend to like
And try to be the answers to the questions that I write
No Role Modelz is an anthem for those who have been searching for a positive role model in their lives, and a reminder to never give up on your dreams. J. Cole’s powerful lyrics and heartfelt delivery make this song a powerful and inspirational message for anyone looking for guidance and hope.