Kid Cudi was born in Cleveland, Ohio and lived in the diverse upper class suburb of Shaker Heights. Just prior to receiving his GED he attended Shaker Heights High School in Shaker Heights, Ohio and also Solon High School in Solon, Ohio. Cudi first began rapping towards the end of high school, inspired by alternative hip hop groups such as The Pharcyde and A Tribe Called Quest. He moved to Brooklyn, New York to pursue a music career. In July 2008, Kid Cudi released his first mixtape, A Kid Named Cudi, in collaboration with New York street wear brand 10. Deep as a free download in 2008. The mixtape has had so much continued success that on May 18, 2009 10.Deep announced they were going to be doing a re-release of the "Up There" t-shirt and hard copies A Kid Named Cudi mixtape in their webstore on May 20, 2009 at 12:00 PM EST. Shortly after the shirt went up for sale the server crashed due to heavy traffic of fans wanting to buy the t-shirt and the mixtape.
Kid Cudi has a guest feature on Kanye West's 2008 album, 808s & Heartbreak, singing with him on the track Welcome to Heartbreak, providing additional vocals on Paranoid with Mr Hudson and helped with songwriting on the second single Heartless. A music video has been made and released for Welcome to Heartbreak with him in it. He also featured on the song Welcome 2 the World with Kevin Rudolf from his album In The City, and on 88-Keys debut album The Death of Adam on the track Ho' is Short for Honey.
He has been featured in many medias such as XXL and BBC News's Sound of 2009 poll of up-and-coming acts. He has also been featured in Vibe, Complex, The Source, Rolling Stone, URB and Interview magazine.
Kid Cudi first appeared on shows in 2008, when he performed at the 2008 VMA's alongside Travis Barker and DJ AM. On February 17, 2009, Kid Cudi made his TV debut on Snoop Dogg's new MTV talk show Dogg After Dark, performing Day 'n' Nite at the end of the show. Two days later on February 19, 2009, Cudi appeared on BET's 106 & Park with Kanye West to debut the video of Day 'n' Nite . On March 16, 2009 Kid Cudi performed on mtvU's 2009 Spring Break special. On March 17, 2009 Cudi appeared on Last Call with Carson Daly where he performed three songs. Kid Cudi has also made cameo appearances in Solange's video for her song T.O.N.Y. and in the Black Eyed Peas video for I Gotta Feeling.
Kid Cudi, along with Emile, produced an exclusive single called "Switchin Lanes" for the video game Midnight Club: Los Angeles, part of its "South Central Premium Upgrade" Downloadable Content (DLC) which came out March 19, 2009 for the PlayStation 3 and March 27, 2009 for the Xbox 360. He contributed to the soundtrack for Capcom's Super Street Fighter IV: Arcade Edition. The game was released on June 24 2010.
Save My Soul
Kid Cudi Lyrics
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Save my soul
Need to find a new route
I don't even hear what other niggas talking about
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
Beyond trying to see what being rich feel like
Six-figure checks, for my mom for peace
Everybody wants to stick on me like leech
Take my blood
Give fake love
'Till I turn them down
I'm the one that who changed...bro..?
That's 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's on ya 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
With 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, not one eye met
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?
How will my story ever be told now?
How will my story be told now?
In Kid Cudi’s “Save My Soul,” the rapper yearns for a change and hopes to leave behind his past mistakes as he embarks on a new journey. The opening lines of the song, “Lord help me out/ Save my soul,” reveal Cudi’s desperation for spiritual guidance and strength. He wants to find a new path and change his direction, but he is not sure how to do it.
Throughout the song, Cudi reflects on his journey and how people around him have changed. He discusses his doubts and insecurities, acknowledging that he has made mistakes. He no longer cares about what other people think of him, stating, “Call me a hipster as long as you’re a listener/ Label me what you like.” Cudi talks about his struggles with fame, fake friends, and dealing with people who only seek to exploit him for his success.
In the chorus of the song, Cudi repeats the refrain “Who’s gonna save my soul now/ How will my story ever be told now?” Cudi is questioning his purpose and whether his story will ever be told in a meaningful way. He is looking for guidance and salvation, hoping to find a way to rectify his past and create a brighter future.
Overall, “Save My Soul” is a testament to the struggles and challenges of the human experience. Cudi’s introspective lyrics and powerful vocals convey the complexities of life and how we can overcome them with perseverance and hope.
Line by Line Meaning
Lord help me out
Kid Cudi is asking for help to overcome his struggles.
Save my soul
Kid Cudi wants to be saved from his emotional turmoil and doubts.
Need to find a new route
Kid Cudi is searching for a different way to live his life and make his music.
I don't even hear what other niggas talking about
Kid Cudi is not interested in the opinions of others and wants to focus on himself and his art.
Call me a hipster as long as you're a listener
Kid Cudi doesn't care what label people give him as long as they enjoy his music.
Label me what you like
Kid Cudi is okay with people labeling him in any way they choose.
I'm close to my victory
Kid Cudi is feeling optimistic about his future and success.
Dozed in the fight
Kid Cudi is exhausted from fighting his inner demons and is struggling to keep up.
When I open my eyes somehow seeing night
Kid Cudi's emotional state has made it difficult for him to see the light at the end of the tunnel.
Beyond trying to see what being rich feel like
Kid Cudi is not interested in money and fame, but rather being spiritually fulfilled.
Six-figure checks, for my mom for peace
Kid Cudi wants to make enough money to take care of his mother and bring peace to his family.
Everybody wants to stick on me like leech
Kid Cudi feels like people are trying to take advantage of him and his success.
Take my blood
Kid Cudi feels like people are sucking the life out of him.
Give fake love
Kid Cudi is receiving insincere love and affection.
'Till I turn them down
Kid Cudi will continue to receive fake love until he denies them.
I'm the one that who changed...bro..?
Kid Cudi's success has caused people to question his authenticity and wonder if he's changed.
That's why I don't call 'cause when I was starving
Kid Cudi is hurt that people didn't support him when he was struggling, so he's distancing himself from them now.
You wasn't at all...around
Kid Cudi's friends weren't around when he needed them most.
Now I gotta shut shit down
Kid Cudi is cutting off people who are not true friends and focusing on himself.
Be a man pick friends all selective now
Kid Cudi is being more cautious with who he surrounds himself with.
You're cool, you're cool, fuck you
Kid Cudi is choosing who to keep close and who to cut out of his life.
And to the bitch that's on ya fuck you too
Kid Cudi is expressing contempt for those who use him and pretend to be friends.
Try to shine now everyone knows Kid Cudi slipped up and loved them hoes
Kid Cudi feels criticized for his past mistakes with women.
We all make mistakes...yes
Kid Cudi acknowledges that everyone makes mistakes.
No worries I just kill a bitch with success
Kid Cudi is using his success as a way to get back at those who wronged him.
While she at home stressed out eating ice cream
Kid Cudi imagines his ex-girlfriend being upset at home while he's living his dream.
I'm at the Grammys living out a nice dream
Kid Cudi is living out his dream of being a successful musician.
No bitch on arm, just my words and my stoner charm
Kid Cudi is single and doesn't need a woman to feel successful.
With my dimples deep I smile at peace
Kid Cudi is happy and at peace with his life.
'Cause I went out and got what most y'all seek
Kid Cudi has achieved what many people strive for - success and fulfillment.
Now I'm the one you meet
Kid Cudi is now famous and successful, making him someone that people want to meet.
Who throws you the peace sign, not one eye met
Kid Cudi is peaceful and friendly, even though people may criticize him.
And this is just the first step
Kid Cudi considers his current success to be just the beginning and there is more to come.
God walks with me, but I'm still vexed
Kid Cudi is grateful for his success but still faces inner turmoil and struggles.
Oh, how could this be?
Kid Cudi is questioning how he got to where he is today.
All this time, I've lived vicariously
Kid Cudi has realized that he has been living his life through others instead of living it for himself.
Who's gonna save my soul now?
Kid Cudi is questioning who can help him find inner peace and tranquility.
How will my story ever be told now?
Kid Cudi is wondering how his legacy will be remembered.
How will my story be told now?
Kid Cudi is questioning how his legacy will be remembered.
Contributed by Lily A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@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 🙏🔥🙏