J. Cole Reflects on Nervous Recording for Jay-Z, Beyoncé at Dreamville Festival

During his headlining set at the Dreamville Festival, J. Cole reminisced about the nerve-wracking experience of recording his verse for Jay-Z's song 'A Star Is Born' in front of both Jay-Z and Beyoncé in 2009. Reflecting on his early days after signing to Roc Nation, Cole described the pressure he felt upon entering the studio and seeing the music icons. Despite his initial nerves, he embraced the moment, stating, 'I'm built for this,' as Jay-Z played tracks from 'The Blueprint 3.' The song, which was produced by Kanye West, marked a significant collaboration for Cole, even though it peaked at No. 91 on the Billboard charts. Cole's performance at the festival also featured a surprise appearance by Erykah Badu and hints about his upcoming album, 'The Fall Off.' His nostalgic recount underscores both the challenges and triumphs he faced in his early career.