Acclaimed rapper J. Cole has delighted fans by announcing the long-awaited release of his celebrated mixtape Friday Night Lights on all major streaming platforms.

The project, which first debuted in 2010, has been regarded as a pivotal work in his career, cementing his status as a lyrical genius.

In a heartfelt post on X, J Cole expressed his gratitude to fans who have supported the mixtape over the years.

“This is a very special moment for me. Been waiting patiently for this day, like a lot of yall have. I wanna say thank you to everybody out there that kept these projects alive, even during all the years they were not on streaming services, especially this project right here. Friday Nights Lights finally available now on all platforms,” he wrote.

The 20-track mixtape, widely regarded as one of J. Cole’s finest works, features tracks such as Villematic and 2Face, exemplifying his introspective lyricism and production skills. Fans have long celebrated Friday Night Lights for its authenticity and depth, making its arrival on streaming services a massive accomplishment.

This release follows years of Cole-ites campaign to make the mixtape more accessible and marks another chapter in the rapper’s enduring legacy.

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