Mr. Rager
Kid Cudi Lyrics


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(I'm off on an adventure) yeah, we're good
This is dedicated to all the kids like me
(I'm on my way to Heaven) wherever you are, yeah, now we're good

Birds sing, flyin' around
You never see them too long on the ground
You wanna be one of them, yeah
You wanna be one of them, yeah
You might hear the birds singin', flyin' around
You never see them too long on the ground
You wanna be one of them, yeah
You wanna be one of them, yeah
Whoa, now

Hey, Mr. Rager, Mr. Rager
Tell me where you're going
Tell us where you're headed
I'm off on an adventure
Mr. Rager, tell me some of your stories
Tell us of your travels
Hey, Mr. Rager, Mr. Rager
Tell me where you're going
Tell us where you're headed
I'm on my way to Heaven
Mr. Rager, can we tag along?
Can we take the journey?

Knocked down round for round
You're feelin' like you're shot down on the ground
When will the fantasy end?
When will the Heaven begin? Yeah
You might be knocked down round for round
You're feelin' like you're shot down on the ground
When will the fantasy end? Yeah
When will the Heaven begin? Yeah
Whoa, now

Hey, Mr. Rager, Mr. Rager
Tell me where you're going
Tell us where you're headed
I'm off on an adventure
Mr. Rager, tell me some of your stories
Tell us of your travels
Hey, Mr. Rager, Mr. Rager
Tell me where you're going
Tell us where you're headed
I'm on my way to Heaven
Mr. Rager, can we tag along?
Can we take the journey?

Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
(Can we take the journey?)
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh

Hey, Mr. Rager, Mr. Rager
Tell me where you're going
Tell me where you're headed
I'm off on an adventure
Mr. Rager, tell me some of your stories
Tell us of your travels
Mr. Rager-er-er-er-er
Tell me where you're going
Tell us where you're headed
I'm on my way to Heaven
Mr. Rager, can we tag along?
Can we take that journey?

Can we take that journey?
I'm off on an adventure
Hey, Mr. Rager
Hey, Mr. Rager
I'm on my way to Heaven (hey, Mr. Rager)




Hey, Mr. Rager
Hey

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Kid Cudi's song Mr. Rager showcase the desire for adventure and escape from the mundane struggles of everyday life. The opening lines set the tone for the rest of the song, with an optimistic declaration that everything will be all right. This is then followed by an image of birds flying around, which serves as a symbol of freedom and liberation. The repetition of the lines "You wanna be one of them, yeah" emphasizes the longing to join the birds in their flight, thus leaving behind the troubles of the earth.


The chorus shifts the focus to the titular Mr. Rager, who is presented as a character who embarks on exciting journeys and returns with thrilling stories. The lyrics express admiration for this adventurous spirit, and a desire to be a part of their travels. The lines "Knocked down round for round/You're feeling like you're shot down on the ground" reflect the struggles that Mr. Rager may have faced, but also suggest that he has a resilience and determination that propels him forward.


Overall, the song Mr. Rager is a celebration of the human instinct to seek adventure and explore new horizons. It encourages listeners to embrace their desires for escape, and to keep moving forward despite any obstacles that come their way.


Line by Line Meaning

(I'm off on an adventure) yeah, we're good
I am embarking on a journey and everything is okay.


This is dedicated to all the kids like me
This song is for all the young people who identify with me.


(I'm on my way to Heaven) wherever you are, yeah, now we're good
I am headed towards a place of peace and contentment, and it doesn't matter where you are, everything is okay.


Birds sing, flyin' around You never see them too long on the ground You wanna be one of them, yeah You wanna be one of them, yeah You might hear the birds singin', flyin' around You never see them too long on the ground You wanna be one of them, yeah You wanna be one of them, yeah Whoa, now
Birds are free and unencumbered by the realities of the ground, and you want to be like them - free and unencumbered.


Hey, Mr. Rager, Mr. Rager Tell me where you're going Tell us where you're headed I'm off on an adventure Mr. Rager, tell me some of your stories Tell us of your travels Hey, Mr. Rager, Mr. Rager Tell me where you're going Tell us where you're headed I'm on my way to Heaven Mr. Rager, can we tag along? Can we take the journey?
The artist addresses Mr. Rager on their journey, asking about their destination and wanting to hear their stories. They express their own desire to embark on a similar journey and ask if they can come along.


Knocked down round for round You're feelin' like you're shot down on the ground When will the fantasy end? When will the Heaven begin? Yeah You might be knocked down round for round You're feelin' like you're shot down on the ground When will the fantasy end? Yeah When will the Heaven begin? Yeah Whoa, now
Life can be tough and you may feel like you're constantly being knocked down, leaving you feeling defeated. You long for relief from your struggles, to escape to a place where everything is peaceful and perfect.


Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh (Can we take the journey?) Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Repetitive chant expressing the desire to embark on a journey or escape from reality.


Hey, Mr. Rager, Mr. Rager Tell me where you're going Tell me where you're headed I'm off on an adventure Mr. Rager, tell me some of your stories Tell us of your travels Mr. Rager-er-er-er-er Tell me where you're going Tell us where you're headed I'm on my way to Heaven Mr. Rager, can we tag along? Can we take that journey?
The artist continues to address Mr. Rager, asking for direction and sharing their own desire to embark on a journey. They express their willingness to join Mr. Rager and ask if they can accompany him on his destination towards Heaven.


Can we take that journey? I'm off on an adventure Hey, Mr. Rager Hey, Mr. Rager I'm on my way to Heaven (hey, Mr. Rager) Hey, Mr. Rager Hey
The artist repeats their desire to embark on a journey and reiterates their direction toward Heaven, addressing Mr. Rager once again.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Emile Haynie, Scott Mescudi

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