Crocodile Tearz
| "Crocodile Tearz" | |
|---|---|
| Song by J. Cole | |
| from the album Might Delete Later | |
| Released | April 5, 2024 |
| Genre | Hip hop |
| Length | 3:49 |
| Label | |
| Songwriter(s) | |
| Producer(s) | T-Minus |
"Crocodile Tearz" is a song by American rapper J. Cole from his fourth mixtape Might Delete Later (2024). Produced by T-Minus, it is a diss track toward American rapper Future and response to his, Metro Boomin and Kendrick Lamar's song "Like That", on which Lamar had dissed Cole.
Background[edit]
J. Cole previewed the song in a social media vlog titled "Might Delete Later, Vol. 1" on February 21, 2024.[1]
Composition and lyrics[edit]
"Crocodile Tearz" utilizes an "eerie Memphis-leaning beat" that has been described as reminiscent of the song "Knife Talk" by Drake featuring 21 Savage,[2] as well as "mournful sonics" while J. Cole uses a direct tone in his lyrics,[3] in which he emphasizes his status as among the best rappers in the modern hip-hop world.[2] In addition, he takes subliminal shots at Future: "Yes, sir, it's me, not two, not three / The uno, G-O-A-T, I need my fee, fuck kudos / G4 at least, these flights ain't cheap as you know / They sound faded, they downgraded, they Pluto / I'm bigger than Mars, this nigga a star, I'm Bruno".[4]
Critical reception[edit]
Paul A. Thompson of Pitchfork praised J. Cole's performance, describing him as "rapping through his teeth in a way that makes him sound more composed and more menacing than nearly ever before".[5] Aron A. of HotNewHipHop stated that "Might Delete Later isn't a body of work that aims to do much else besides wreak lyrical tyranny on the rest of hip-hop and make it clear where he stands among the crowd", before writing "It's best summarized on 'Crocodile Tearz,' a fiery banger that's filled a cut-throat performance from Cole".[2]
Charts[edit]
| Chart (2024) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Australia (ARIA)[6] | 71 |
| Canada (Canadian Hot 100)[7] | 29 |
| Global 200 (Billboard)[8] | 31 |
| Ireland (IRMA)[9] | 64 |
| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[10] | 4 |
| UK Singles (OCC)[11] | 53 |
| UK Hip Hop/R&B (OCC)[12] | 19 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[13] | 19 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[14] | 9 |
References[edit]
- ^ Alexandria, Lavender (February 21, 2024). "J. Cole Shares Snippet Of New Song "Might Delete Later"". HotNewHipHop. Archived from the original on April 5, 2024. Retrieved April 20, 2024.
- ^ a b c A., Aron (April 11, 2024). "J. Cole "Might Delete Later" Review". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 20 April 2024.
- ^ Murray, Robin (April 5, 2024). "J. Cole – Might Delete Later". Clash. Retrieved April 20, 2024.
- ^ Cole, Alexander (April 5, 2024). "J Cole Takes Subliminal Shot At Future On "Crocodile Tearz"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 20 April 2024.
- ^ Thompson, Paul A. (April 10, 2024). "J. Cole – Might Delete Later". Pitchfork. Retrieved April 20, 2024.
- ^ "The ARIA Report: Week Commencing 15 April 2024". The ARIA Report. No. 1780. Australian Recording Industry Association. April 15, 2024. p. 4.
- ^ "J. Cole Chart History (Canadian Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved April 20, 2024.
- ^ "J. Cole Chart History (Global 200)". Billboard. Retrieved April 20, 2024.
- ^ "Irish-charts.com – Discography J. Cole". Irish Singles Chart. Retrieved April 20, 2024.
- ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. April 15, 2024. Retrieved April 20, 2024.
- ^ "Official Singles Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved April 20, 2024.
- ^ "Official Hip Hop and R&B Singles Chart Top 40". Official Charts Company. Retrieved April 20, 2024.
- ^ "J. Cole Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved April 20, 2024.
- ^ "J. Cole Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved April 20, 2024.
