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LL Cool J, the man who practically invented “cool,” dropped a bombshell that made fans raise an eyebrow. After crushing it onNCIS: Los Angelesand taking the music world by storm, he admitted something wild: the more successful he got, the less he wanted to do it.
Here’s the thing: Success, fame, and fortune – aren’t they supposed to make you hungry for more? Well, LL’s take on it is like finally reaching the top of the mountain, and realizing you left your backpack at the bottom.
LL Cool J balances Hollywood fame with hip-hop roots
After dominating both Hollywood and the music scene in the 90s, LL Cool J admitted that his acting gigs, especially his long-running role onNCIS: Los Angeles, pulled him further away from his first love: music.
Despite his success on the big screen (Halloween H20: 20 Years Later,Any Given Sunday), he found himself struggling to balance it all. He dropped a surprisingtruth bombabout his career:
The more successful I became in acting, the less I wanted to do it, as it was taking me further away from music. I later realized I could find the right balance, that I could do all these things I wanted. But it took time.
But time and introspection changed his perspective. Cool J learned he could juggle both passions. After an 11-year musical hiatus, he returned withThe Force, an album crafted with Q-Tip. This album is a deeper, more personal offering, straying from typical romantic themes to explore more meaningful topics.
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Cool J’s message: Hip-hop can be timeless. He rejected the idea that artists peak early, saying,
I wanna show you can be creative in your 40th year of hip-hop, just like a film director can be creative 40 years in. There’s no reason why an artist in hip-hop can’t continue to be innovative, so long as they stay curious and keep caring and coming up with new ideas.
He looked to legends like Stevie Wonder,Marvin Gaye, andBob Dylanfor inspiration – artists who stayed true to their vision, evolving rather than conforming.
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“I’m just gonna write me some cool shit,”he declared, proving you can be creative and true to yourself, no matter your age.
LL Cool J rolls into art with limited-edition skate decks
LL Cool J justleveled up his legacy– on wheels. Teaming up withThe Skateroom, the rap icon dropped an exclusive line of skate decks and triptychs celebrating his latest album,The Force.
With only 200 solo decks and 100 triptychs available worldwide, each hand-signed and numbered by Cool J himself, these collectibles are as rare as they are bold.
Founder Charles-Antoine Bodson shared the sentiment, calling Cool J’s involvement an “honor” and highlighting the partnership’s mission to empower youth and bridge communities.
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Beyond skate decks,The Forcemade waves in 2024, landing on year-end “best of” lists from outlets likeThe Los Angeles Times,Stereogum, andComplex.The Ringereven called it “one of the most interesting of his career.”
Heena Singh
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Heena Singh is a Editor at FandomWire, spent the last two years making waves in entertainment journalism. With a knack for digging up blockbuster celebrity scoops and an uncanny nose for the latest buzz, Heena’s articles bring a fresh and fun perspective to life. When she’s not conquering writing challenges, you’ll find her curled up in bed, peacefully sleeping.
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