Drake apologises for J Cole's autism lyric on 'Jodeci Freestyle', removes line from track

Following uproar over a line J Cole rapped on one of his recent tracks, Drake has come out and apologised for any offence caused, saying the lyrics will now be removed from the song.

Cole has previously issued an apology himself for the line “I’m artistic, you niggas is autistic, retarded”, which received criticism from Anti-Bullying charities.

Taking to his blog, Drake has now wrote on the matter:

“J.Cole wrote a beautiful and moving apology to individuals and families affected by autism who were understandably hurt by a verse in “Jodeci Freestyle”. I share responsibility and offer my sincerest apologies for the pain this has caused. Individuals with autism have brilliant and creative minds, and their gifts should not be disparaged or discounted. This was a learning lesson for both of us, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to try to right this wrong. J. Cole and I believe that it is the right, responsible, and respectful decision to remove the lyric from the song.”

The track is expected to feature on Drake’s upcoming album, Nothing Was The Same.