US EditionJ. Cole's 'The Fall Off' Is Here: a Send-Off Album Worth the Wait
J. Cole's double album reflects his life journey at ages 29 and 39 and includes interactive extras and physical releases, with streaming available on major platforms.
- On Friday, Feb. 6, 2026, J. Cole released The Fall Off on major streaming platforms, with physical editions sold through thefalloff.com.
- In a Wednesday, Feb. 4, Instagram post, J. Cole said the project expanded into a double disc concept, reimagining the album cover to frame Disc 29 and Disc 39.
- Featuring several hidden tracks and freestyles, Cole announced the Disc 2 Track 2, music video shows him running his life backward in a wood-paneled studio, and the project includes 'Bronx Zoo Freestyle,' 'Golden Goose,' 'Winter Storm,' and '99 Build'.
- Social media quickly debated the new release, while fans recalled Cole’s surprise EP `Birthday Blizzard '26` last month that preceded the album rollout.
- Cole framed the album as bringing his career full circle, created with intentions it might be his last and featuring alternate artwork intended for future reflection a decade after moving to New York.
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Burna Boy & Tems featured on J Cole’s ‘The Fall Off’ – The Mail & Guardian
Two of Africa’s biggest musicians are featured on the new J Cole album, The Fall Off, one of the most highly anticipated albums of the year. Released at Midnight ET / 7am CAT, The Fall Off has been teased for at least a decade and, according to Cole himself, will be the final chapter of his storied career. The album was released to digital streaming platforms without any of the features indicated but of course it didn’t take long for listeners …
A new single from this year's female artist of the year An-Marlen, a new single from the female artist of the year two years ago Alika, a short album from songwriter of the year Emily J. Plus singles from Zayn, Sombri, Dua Saleh, and a huge double album from J. Cole.
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