J. Cole

 Jermaine Lamarr Cole is an American DJ and rapper. Jay Z brought him into the spotlight and, thanks to his musical skills and knowledge, Cole made his name in the American hip-hop scene. His debut mixtape "The come Up' came out in 2007 and Cole instantly grabbed the attention of Jay Z, who then became his coach and signed him immediately to his record label , Roc Nation. under Jay Z's guidance, Cole released two more mixtapes by the year 2009. Cole's debut album from 2011"Cole World: The Sideline Story' was released and it made a big impression on the hip-hop scene. The album was released at number one on the Billboard 200 charts and was later certified platinum. His next two studio albums followed the model and were awarded platinum designation and were widely appreciated by critics as well as other musicians. He was nominated for the Grammy for Best Rap Album. He is known for being one of the few artists that has never failed to meet the Platinum Standard of the Recording Industry Association of America. He founded the Dreamville Foundation for social works and Dreamville Records does the job of promoting young talent from humble beginnings.