Save My Soul
KiD CuDi/Cee Lo Green Lyrics


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I got some bad news this morning
Which in turn made my day

Lord, help me out
Save my soul, need to find a new route
I don't even hear what other niggas talking 'bout
Call me a hipster as long as you're a listener
Label me what you like
I'm close to my victory, dozed in the fight
When I open my eyes somehow seeing night
Beyond trying to see what being rich feel like
Six figure checks, for my mom for peace
Everybody wanna stick on me like leech
Take my blood, give fake love
'Til I turn them down, now I'm the one who changed, bruh?
Ask why I don't call cause' when I was starving
You wasn't at all around
Now I gotta shut shit down
Be a man, pick friends, all selective now
You're cool, you're cool, fuck you
And to the bitch that-, oh, yeah, fuck you too
Try to shine now everyone knows
Kid Cudi slipped up and loved them hoes
We all make mistakes, yes
No worries I just kill a bitch with success
While she at home stressed out eating ice cream
I'm at the Grammys living out a nice dream
No bitch on arm, just my words and my stoner charm
And my dimples deep, I smile at peace
Cause' I went out and got what most y'all seek
Now I'm the one you meet
Who throws you the peace sign, missed not one step
And this is just the first step
God walks with me, but I'm still vexed

Oh, how could this be?
All this time, I've lived vicariously




Who's gonna save my soul now?
Who's gonna save my soul now?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of KiD CuDi/Cee Lo Green's song "Save My Soul" are about the artist being faced with bad news that has left him feeling lost and in need of spiritual guidance. The artist asks the Lord for help in saving his soul and finding a new way forward. He doesn't care about what other people think of him, as long as they are listening to his music.


The artist describes his past struggles with poverty and the people who didn't believe in him, but he now finds himself successful, with no one but his words and stoner charm by his side. Nevertheless, he still feels vexed and in need of spiritual guidance. The artist seems to suggest that no matter how successful one becomes, there is still a need for spiritual support.


The song is about the artist's journey to find peace and guidance during a difficult time. It speaks to the universal human experience of needing help and guidance in times of trouble.


Line by Line Meaning

I got some bad news this morning
My day hasn't been going right since I received some upsetting information in the morning.


Which in turn made my day
The bad news had a significant impact on my day in a negative way.


Lord, help me out
I'm seeking divine intervention and guidance to overcome my struggles.


Save my soul, need to find a new route
I want to make a positive change in my life and need spiritual guidance to find a new path.


I don't even hear what other n*****s talking 'bout
I'm not concerned with what others have to say or think about me.


Call me a hipster as long as you're a listener
You can label me whatever you want as long as you listen to my message and music.


Label me what you like
I'm comfortable with being labeled a certain way by others.


I'm close to my victory, dozed in the fight
I'm confident that I'm making progress towards my goals despite the challenges and struggles.


When I open my eyes somehow seeing night
Even though the future can seem uncertain and bleak at times, I remain optimistic and hopeful.


Beyond trying to see what being rich feel like
I'm not motivated by the desire for wealth and materialistic possessions.


Six figure checks, for my mom for peace
I want to provide financial stability and comfort for my mother so she can have peace of mind.


Everybody wanna stick on me like leech
People are always trying to latch onto me for their own benefit.


Take my blood, give fake love
People will use me for their own gain and pretend to care about me.


'Til I turn them down, now I'm the one who changed, bruh?
When I stop allowing people to use me, they accuse me of changing.


Ask why I don't call cause' when I was starving
People who didn't care for me when I was struggling wonder why I don't maintain contact with them now.


You wasn't at all around
They were not present or supportive when I needed them.


Now I gotta shut shit down
I have to distance myself from these people and cut them out of my life.


Be a man, pick friends, all selective now
I have learned to be more discerning when choosing my friends and prioritize healthy relationships.


You're cool, you're cool, fuck you
I'm done trying to please everyone and prioritize my own well-being over others' opinions.


And to the bitch that-, oh, yeah, fuck you too
I am done with toxic people and their negative impact on my life.


Try to shine now everyone knows
People are trying to take advantage of my success and public recognition.


Kid Cudi slipped up and loved them hoes
I have made mistakes in my personal life, but that doesn't define my worth or success.


We all make mistakes, yes
We're all human and make mistakes.


No worries I just kill a bitch with success
I am confident in my abilities and will use my success to silence my critics and doubters.


While she at home stressed out eating ice cream
While those who doubted me are struggling to cope with their own problems and insecurities.


I'm at the Grammys living out a nice dream
My success has brought me to incredible heights and recognition in the music industry.


No bitch on arm, just my words and my stoner charm
I don't need a romantic partner to validate myself or my success. I am confident in my words and personality.


And my dimples deep, I smile at peace
I am content and at ease with myself and my life.


Cause' I went out and got what most y'all seek
I didn't wait for success to come to me. I worked hard to obtain it, while others are still seeking it.


Now I'm the one you meet
I've become someone who inspires and motivates others, and someone people want to meet.


Who throws you the peace sign, missed not one step
I'm confident in my success and am peaceful and grateful for my journey.


And this is just the first step
I'm just getting started, and my success will only continue to grow.


God walks with me, but I'm still vexed
Even with my success, I still face challenges and struggles that I need God's guidance to overcome.


Oh, how could this be?
I am struggling to come to terms with my current situation.


All this time, I've lived vicariously
I have been living through other people's experiences and need to focus on my own life.


Who's gonna save my soul now?
I need help and guidance to overcome my struggles and find peace within myself.


Who's gonna save my soul now?
I am desperate for spiritual guidance to find my way out of my current struggles.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Brian Burton, Francesco De Masi, Scott Mescudi, Thomas Callaway

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Comments from YouTube:

@EjRidenhour

Cudi back to save the kids who feel left out 🖤🔥

@SirTokesAlot710

This old af 🤣🤣🤣

@EjRidenhour

@J P Ik but the generation doesn’t know about these songs 😂

@Michael-fw3kf

I heard this middle school 08 the first time saved my life then and now

@jdorecouture16

When I discover this mixtape, I use to find myself singing this song to myself, this song highlights his strength in producing melodic songs!

@capincrunch1184

Man I loved this song when I first listened to it… yeah cudi has changed his flow over the years and it might not be as good as this but I’m just glad he’s still doing music because he loves it.

@LeeMoeFlvme

everytime i got a new phone for the last 10 years ive had this song on my phone this song changed my life and inspired me to finish high school , was deep in the streets family turning on me and i felt cudi felt my pain in this track

the fact that he even re put this out amazes me much love cudi love you man 4 life

@PROD5VE

Kid Cudi is a huge inspiration to me and I WILL produce a song for him one day.

@almareyes2192

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ thank you Cudi for bringing these back, even though I always catch myself going back to listening this album❤❤❤

@eleven23ode66

Bro. . Yes! Release ALL of the other songs we can find on the internet. My burnt CDs are all overused and don't play anymore 🙏🔥🙏

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