J. Cole Drops Hint About New Album The Fall Off During MSG Concert

J. Cole has sparked excitement among fans, teasing that his highly anticipated album, The Fall Off, could be dropping soon. During the 10th-anniversary concert for his iconic 2014 Forest Hills Drive album at Madison Square Garden on Monday (December 16), the Dreamville Records founder hinted at new music just around the corner.

Hints About The Fall Off Release

As the concert wrapped up, Cole addressed the audience, saying:

“I’ll see y’all at Dreamville Festival. Hopefully, I’ll have something new to perform for y’all.”

The fifth and final Dreamville Festival is set for April 5–6, 2025, in Raleigh, North Carolina. Fans speculate that Cole’s album rollout might begin after the New Year, with The Fall Off potentially debuting before or during the festival.

Celebrating 2014 Forest Hills Drive

The Madison Square Garden event was a nostalgic celebration, featuring:

• A full performance of 2014 Forest Hills Drive, track by track.
• Hits such as “Work Out” and “Power Trip.”
• Deep cuts, including “2Face,” “I Get Up,” and “Grown Simba.”

The stage design resembled Cole’s childhood home in Fayetteville, North Carolina, a nod to the album’s cover. To make the concert accessible, 2,014 tickets were sold for just $1 each, emphasizing Cole’s connection to his fans.

Heartfelt Moments With Fans

A standout moment came before performing “Note to Self,” when Cole asked the sold-out crowd to embrace each other:

“2024’s been absolutely insane… In times like these, a picture like this is what a n-gga needs to see. Love in this muthafucka.”

Retirement Rumors Intensify

The announcement that the 2025 Dreamville Festival will be the final edition has fueled speculation about J. Cole’s future in music. Fans and critics alike are questioning whether The Fall Off will be Cole’s last album before retiring.

His manager, Ibrahim “Ib” Hamad, reflected on social media:

“This Festival is something a lot of people have been working very hard to bring you… it’s honestly been a dream come true seeing the impact.”

On his verse from “On the Street,” a collaboration with BTS star J-Hope, Cole hinted at potentially stepping away from rap:

“Some days I wonder if I need to pick a different hobby / I’m deep in with this rappin’, it’s all a n-gga know / I never did nothin’ better, it’s hard to let it go.”

What’s Next for J. Cole?

While rumors swirl about his retirement, fans are eager for updates on The Fall Off, which could be one of Cole’s most significant projects yet. With the Dreamville Festival lineup still under wraps, fans are hopeful for surprises, collaborations, and a monumental sendoff for one of the greatest rappers of his generation.

Dreamville Festival 2025

• Dates: April 5–6, 2025
• Location: Dorothea Dix Park, Raleigh, North Carolina
• Significance: The festival marks a potential farewell for J. Cole’s live performances and legacy celebrations.

Whether this is the start of a new chapter or the closing act, J. Cole’s impact on hip-hop and Dreamville Records is undeniable. Stay tuned for more updates on The Fall Off and what could be J. Cole’s most pivotal year in music.