In 2020, was certified double platinum by the RIAA, denoting sales of over 2 million copies in the United States. The album's success paved the way for Cole's future projects, including 2014 Forest Hills Drive (2014) and KOD (2018).
The additional tracks on the deluxe edition included "January 28," a introspective song that reflected on Cole's birthday and his journey as an artist. Other standout tracks included "Apparently," a humorous song that addressed Cole's rise to fame, and "03' Adolescence," a nostalgic track that explored Cole's teenage years. j cole born sinner deluxe edition 2013zip portable
Throughout and its deluxe edition, J. Cole's musical style is characterized by his introspective and personal lyrics, as well as his laid-back flow. Cole's production style is often described as jazzy and soulful, with samples from classic hip-hop and R&B records. In 2020, was certified double platinum by the