: Produced by Phonix Beats and J. Cole, the track famously includes bird sounds used as a percussive element. Cultural Impact
: An interlude features a famous 2002 speech flub by George W. Bush attempting to recite the "fool me once" proverb. J.Cole - No Role Modelz (Lyrics)
: Cole reflects on growing up without a traditional father figure, famously paying homage to James Avery's character from The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air : "First things first rest in peace Uncle Phil... you the only father that I ever knew" . : Produced by Phonix Beats and J
"No Role Modelz" was certified by the RIAA in late 2024, selling over 14 million copies. It is historically significant for being the first song to reach platinum status without a music video. Beyond numbers, it has become a "streaming-era anthem," frequently used in social media captions and motivational edits. J. Cole – No Role Modelz Lyrics - Genius Bush attempting to recite the "fool me once" proverb