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: He graduated high school with a 4.2 GPA and earned a degree with honors from St. John’s University in 2007.

: He emphasizes systematic dedication (committing to the craft like an athlete), searching for knowledge through reading (notably The Artist’s Way ), and focusing on personal growth rather than competition. J Cole

J. Cole treats songwriting and rapping as a craft that requires systematic discipline rather than just waiting for inspiration. : He graduated high school with a 4