J. Cole took the Late Night with Jimmy Fallon stage Tuesday night to perform his “Power Trip” single, off his forthcoming sophomore studio album Born Sinner. Cole’s mellow vibe was juxtaposed by the multicolored, leather sweater and gleaming watch, which he adorned. Never-the-less, Cole delivered a stellar performance and, as usual, was backed by the live instrumentation of the “legendary” Roots Crew.
Fallon’s late night show has become somewhat of a proving ground for hip-hop artists. The show has elevated the careers of many of hip-hop’s brightest stars, including Tyler the Creator, Jaden Smith, and most recently J. Cole. Vets have also graced the stage: Jay-Z, Snoop Dogg and more.
Late night talk shows have always been a great way for artists to increase their exposure to a national audience. And artists have been known to give their best performances on the “big” stage. Here are some of hip-hop’s most memorable performances on late night programming.
