J. Cole is motivated by Drake, Nicki Minaj, and Wiz Khalifa's success

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn 2008, Jay-Z made a power move when he left Def Jam to form a new super-label, Roc Nation. He surprised the world when he signed Fayetteville, NC rapper, J. Cole, and made him the focal point of the label. Many expected him to fill the label up with established stars.Early on, it appeared as if J. Cole was going to be on the fast track to success.