Let's make this birthday one to remember.

40 years old (Born on January 28, 1985)

Happy Birthday to the one and only Jermaine Lamar Cole—aka J. Cole! From dropping bars that hit harder than Monday mornings, to albums like "Born Sinner" topping charts faster than we can say “Cole World,” you've proven time after time you're truly a lyrical genius.

Whether it's your debut album storming straight into number one or making us rethink life choices with every verse you spit, your music remains timelessly relatable. Here's hoping this birthday brings more platinum hits, fewer paparazzi encounters—and maybe even another surprise drop that'll have fans losing sleep again!

Stay legendary; keep it real—happy birthday!