“Everything that shine ain’t always gonna be gold.” I was put on to Kid Cudi about two years ago and he has quickly become one of my most listened to artists. His music is primarily hip-hop/rap but it blends unique and alternative elements to make a genre that is uniquely Cudi’s. I think his music is unlike anyone else’s and has an incredible unique vibe. I love his music because it’s easy to listen to and is a constant mood boost. You can’t go to a party without hearing a remix of “Pursuit of Happiness” because it’s just that good. He also has songs that are more emotional and therapeutic.
Scott Mescudi was born in Cleveland in 1984. After moving to Brooklyn in 2008 and affiliating with the label Fool’s Gold, Cudi released his first EP, “Day n Nite”. With this song gaining impressive popularity, he then released Man on the Moon: The End of Day in 2009. In the following years, Kid Cudi has accumulated 7 studio albums and over 30 singles. All of his music has topped charts and been eaten up by fans. His most recent album, Man on the Moon III: The Chosen, was released in 2020. This album features artists such as Phoebe Bridgers, Trippie Redd, and Pop Smoke. He was also recently featured on Donda, Kanye West’s new album, in the song “Moon” (it’s beautiful).
Some of my favorite Cudi songs include “Make Her Say”, “Day ‘N’ Nite (nightmare)”, “Surfin'”, “Up Up & Away”, “THE SCOTTS”, and of course, “Pursuit of Happiness”. These songs are all more up beat and casual to listen to. “Make Her Say” features Kanye West and includes a live sample of Lady Gaga’s “Poker Face” which I think is super cool. These songs include lyrics such as “I’ll be up up and away, up up and away/’Cause they gon’ judge me anyway, so whatever” and “Everything that shine ain’t always gonna be gold.” He also has more sad songs such as “Soundtrack 2 My Life”: “I’ve got some issues that nobody can see/And all of these emotions are pouring out of me”.
Kid Cudi’s music will be there for you no matter what mood you’re in in a way that is extremely unique and a genre unto itself.
This is an interesting artist. I listened to Mr. Rager and was intrigued by the beats. I do not listen to much hip hop, but I could see myself adding Kid Cudi to my playlist.
Kid Cudi is an absolute legend and I love that you incorporated him into your list. He is truly a lyrical and musical genius.