Wet Dreamz
A teenage fantasy meets awkward reality—and the reality wins.
"Wet Dreamz" is a 2015 song by American rapper J. Cole, released on April 14, 2015, as the second single from his third studio album, 2014 Forest Hills Drive. The track samples "Mariya" by Family Circle and the 1973 song "Impeach the President" by The Honey Drippers, and was produced by Cole himself. As of 2024, the single has been certified 9-times platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Quick Facts
- Artist
- J. Cole
- Album
- 2014 Forest Hills Drive
- Released
- 14 April 2015
- Recorded
- 2014
- Genre
- Hip hop
- R&B
- chipmunk soul
- Label
- Dreamville
- Roc Nation
- Columbia
- Writer
- Jermaine Cole
- Charles Simmons
- Roy Charles Hammond
Lore & Background
The music video for "Wet Dreamz" was released on April 21, 2015, on J. Cole's Vevo channel. It uses a pair of dogs to humorously represent the lyrics of the song, with the ending revealing they both belong to presumably J. Cole and the girl he wants to have sex with. The song itself samples "Mariya" by Family Circle and the 1973 song "Impeach the President" by The Honey Drippers, and was produced by Cole. As of 2024, the single has been certified 9-times platinum by the RIAA.
Reader's Guide
The song opens with the narrator recalling how he learned about sex from older kids and media, building up a fantasy of losing his virginity. He lies to his friends, claiming experience, which leads to a girl showing interest. The tension builds as he prepares for the encounter, relying on porn as a guide. The climax occurs when they're alone, and she admits she's also a virgin. This revelation forces him to abandon his act, leading to an awkward but genuine first time. The impact is a lesson in honesty and the absurdity of societal pressure. Key characters include the narrator (J. Cole), the girl, and his friends as off-screen influences. The event is a microcosm of teenage anxiety, showing how expectations often clash with reality. The song's legacy is its ability to make listeners laugh and cringe in recognition, cementing it as a relatable anthem for growing up.
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