Miss America
J. Cole
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This is a public service announcement Brought to you by the good people over at Dreamville Records "And so my fellow Americans Ask not what your country can do for you Ask what you can do for your country" Excuse me Load the clip in the chopper, flip the script and get Oscars All my niggas is mobsters, all my bitches is doctors Cole World, this just the tip of the iceberg So talk shit and taste the tip of the Mossberg Don't trip nigga, they just words Though my words tend to sound like Proverbs Niggas don't see the preachers 'til we dead in the hearse Granny broke cause she always givin' bread to the Church Now pastor Mason Betha in a Lambo And little niggas holdin' desert eagles like they Rambo Bumpin' my shit, always wondered why they f*ck with my shit I hope it's 'bout the knowledge, not about who's suckin' my dick But oh well, I'm gon' sell like I had no bail For my chain and my piece I should've won Nobel Ill, boy you cold nigga, yeah I know nigga Only young nigga do it better than the old niggas Took chances, slow dance with the devil bitch Overcomin' the circumstances we hella rich Since you all in my business, this what I tell a bitch If you ain't fuckin' me, don't f*ck with me, this life on the edge Green dollars splurged all on embellishments My fellowship paid, don't need to cop my fellas shit Scoopin' hoes in the party, some Cinderella shit Smash for the hell of it, livin' life on the edge Miss America, petty thoughts Miss America, petty thoughts Miss America, petty thoughts Just to floss pay any and every cost Heavy heart as I sit in this Range countin' thousands out Am I about dollars or about change? Am I about knowledge or about brains? Freedom or big chains, they don't feel my pain Blood on my sneakers, no remorse for the grievers He played the corner like Revis he should've had better defense That's how I'm feelin', blood spillin' I love killin' Niggas'll swear that they it, this is as rare as it gets Rap game changed, this is embarrassing shit Bunch of bitches posin' on some old Miss America shit I was a wilder nigga back on my therapist shit, moving careless as shit In a city where niggas really don't care who they hit Who the f*ck was I? Just a young little nigga tryin' to see the other side Of the railroad tracks, where them scarecrows at No brains on a nigga but they'll air your back F*ck the man, Uncle Sam I won't sell your crack I won't fight your wars, I won't wear your hat I'mma pass your classes, I'mma learn your craft I'mma f*ck your daughters, I'mma burn your flag Took chances, slow dance with the devil bitch Overcomin' the circumstances we hella rich Since you all in my business, this what I tell a bitch If you ain't fuckin' me, don't f*ck with me, this life on the edge Green dollars splurged all on embellishments My fellowship paid, don't need to cop my fellas shit Scoopin' hoes in the party, some Cinderella shit Smash for the hell of it, livin' life on the edge They don't feel my pain They'll never feel my pain And they'll never play this shit on the radio
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Written by: BROOKLN DEKKER, JERMAINE L. COLE
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing
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12 facts about this song
Album Classification"Miss America" is the first single from J. Cole's second studio album, "Born Sinner".
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Release Date DetailThe song was released on November 13, 2012, on digital platforms.
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Genre Information"Miss America" is classified as hip hop music.
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Social CommentaryThe song is considered a social critique, addressing issues of capitalist greed and societal expectations in America, reflecting J. Cole's often thoughtful and provocative lyrical style.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough "Miss America" did not chart on the Billboard Hot 100, it peaked at number 34 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
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Music Video StatusThere is no official music video for "Miss America", unlike most singles. Instead, a lyric video was released.
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Producer DetailJ. Cole himself produced "Miss America", showcasing his talents not only as a rapper but as a producer as well.
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Sound AestheticThe song features dark, hard-hitting beats, a departure from the more mainstream-oriented sound of J. Cole's debut album, "Cole World: The Sideline Story".
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Sample Information"Miss America" samples the song "Flight" by Cecil Holmes, demonstrating J. Cole's appreciation for various styles of music and his creativity in transforming them into new compositions.
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Critical ReceptionCritics gave mixed reviews for "Miss America". Some praised its bold, gritty sound and thought-provoking lyrics, while others thought it was not as mainstream-friendly as J. Cole's earlier work. Overall, it is recognized as a significant song in J. Cole's discography for its unapologetic social commentary.
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Album ArtworkThe cover art for "Miss America" features a black and white image of J. Cole, with an American flag motif superimposed over his face and chest, further emphasizing the song's thematic focus on American society.
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Live PerformancesJ. Cole has performed "Miss America" on several occasions, including on his "Dollar and a Dream Tour".
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