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.
Solo Dolo Part II
Kid Cudi Lyrics
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Please shut the front door and walk right in
In the land of the man who
Rock it hard for them
Super Solo Dolo attack, run and tell that
If you'd like to know, yes, I am on acid
Who could it be? K-ID
Don't sip it, though - it couldn't answer
Drip, trip all day - bumpin' MGMT, homie
Watch on who you hate on, fam
Without the facts
Sad niggas back in the hood bumpin' Ratatat
To me it was a dream
A fiend to understand that
You never seen a nigga like me?
I just tell 'em I'm an oxymoron
When I open my mouth
'Cause people talk shit before
Knowing what I'm about
But for sure these Cleveland boys is ill
But pretty soon your gutter
Bitches wildin' for real, it's such a trip
Hoes around the globe
I'm known to have a fet'
I don't do a thing and
These bitches lickin' they lips
Me and Chip reflect on all
The hate and jibber-jabber
Mmm, you almost got me, but sucker
I'm not a sucker better get on back
You pussy motherfuckers get the
Will Smith smack and I am not a fronter
Better look up the facts
The world know what it be:
Mr rager, Solo Dolo, CUD, repeat it
Come, come now, last call, who want some?
It's just me, two bitches, and dirty drums
Two lips to kiss, 22 mother nuns
God blessed my tongue, I need it for life
Awkward like Cartwright, twiddling my thumbs
Pondering my next accomplishments
It's condescending to say I won
Two lips, you kiss my ass tonight, huh?
I really want it, need it
Break bread or break fast
Before I blast and break legs, ride past
And they scream out "Little Johnny is dead!"
(Oh, you dead, nigga)
You wish me well, I wish you Hell
Eternity, no such thing as time will tell
Infirmary, burn like magnetic combustion
Bad credit with me
And paramedics are hustlin'
What's the definition of water?
Sherm sticks
Sipped a gallon of it when you caught us
Turn quick
I don't wanna play this for my daughter
If my son heard it
Probably look at you as his father
I'm proud of myself in a bad way
Halfway house, tell it to meet me halfway
I'm passin' out, ass-whoopin'
Your ass lookin' for Michelle Obama
'til I bang on you they couldn't
Come, come now, last call, who want some?
It's just me, two bitches, and dirty drums
Two lips to kiss, 22 mother nuns
God blessed my tongue, I need it for life
Awkward like Cartwright, twiddling my thumbs
Pondering my next accomplishments
It's condescending to say I won
Two lips, you kiss my ass tonight, huh?
Kid Cudi's "Solo Dolo" is a track filled with self-conflicted thoughts that transpire throughout the verses. The lyrics say that he doesn't need anyone and asks everyone to leave and continue. Cudi mentions that he's on acid, and he's searching for DMT, expressing to the listener that he's in a different place mentally. This talks about his experiences with psychedelic drugs as a way to elevate his creativity and explore his own mind. He also touches on how people speak without knowing anything about him, and how he is frequently misunderstood. Cudi says that he and Chip reflect on the hatred and jabber, referring to how individuals in his life, including his mentor and friend Chip tha Ripper, have helped him throughout his career. Towards the end, Cudi talks about how he is proud of himself but also in a bad way. He talks about how he doesn't want to play the track for his daughter, and if his son heard it, he would look at the listener as his father.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't need, I don't need nobody
I don't require anybody in my life, I can be self-sufficient
Please shut the front door and walk right in
Be yourself and embrace your true identity
In the land of the man who rock it hard for them
Being confident and standing out makes you a leader
Super Solo Dolo attack, run into that
Embrace being alone and the freedom it brings you
If you'd like to know, yes, I am on acid
I am not afraid to experiment and do what makes me happy, even if it goes against the norm
Who could it be? K-I-D
My identity is unique and not easily replicated
Searching all day in the streets for DMT
I am seeking a higher consciousness and spirituality
Don't sip it, though it couldn't answer
I am aware of the dangers of drugs and substances
Drip, drip all day bumpin' MGMT, homie
I enjoy listening to music and exploring different genres
Watch who you hate on, fam', without the facts
Don't judge people without really knowing who they are
Sad niggas back in the hood bumpin' Ratatat
People in tough situations often seek comfort in music
To me it was a dream, a fiend to understand that
For me, understanding reality is like a dream
You never seen a nigga like me?
My identity and experiences make me unique
I just tell 'em I'm an oxymoron when I open my mouth
I challenge stereotypes and expectations others have of me
Cause people talk shit before knowing what I'm about
People often judge me before really knowing me
But for sure these Cleveland boys is ill
My hometown has produced talented and successful people
But pretty soon your gutter bitches wildin' for real, it's such a trip
I am confident that I will achieve success and those who doubted me will be surprised
Hoes around the globe, I'm known to have a fet'
I attract attention from women all over the world
I don't do a thing and these bitches lickin' they lips
I have a natural appeal and charm that attracts women
Me and Chip reflect on all the hate and jibber jabber
I talk things out with friends to deal with negative energy and criticism
Mmm, you almost got me, but sucker I'm not a sucker
I won't let others take advantage of me or manipulate me
Better get on back
Back off and leave me alone
You pussy motherfuckers get the Will Smith smack
I won't hesitate to put people in their place if they disrespect me
And I am not a fronter, better look up the facts
I am genuine and authentic, and people should recognize that
The world know what it be
I am well-known and respected worldwide
Mr. Rager, Solo Dolo see me and repeat it
People recognize my persona and repeat my name
Come, come now, last call, who want some?
I am always ready for a challenge or competition
It's just me, two bitches and dirty drums
I am confident in myself and my abilities, and don't need anyone else to succeed
Two lips to kiss, 22 other nuns
I have many women who are attracted to me
God blessed my tongue, God need it for life
I am talented and gifted, and my abilities will take me far in life
Awkward like car rides, twiddling my thumbs
I am comfortable being alone, but sometimes feel bored or awkward
Pondering my next accomplishments
I am constantly thinking about the next thing I want to achieve
It's condescending to say I won
I don't like to brag or boast about my accomplishments
Two lips, you kiss my ass tonight, huh?
I am confident that I will succeed and others will want to be close to me
I really want it I need it
I have a strong desire and drive to succeed
Break bread or break fast
Either work with me or get out of my way
Before I blast and break legs, ride past
I am not afraid to confront or intimidate others to defend myself or my beliefs
And they scream out "little Johnny is dead!"
Others may try to bring me down, but I won't let them succeed
You wish me well, I wish you hell
I won't let anyone's negative energy bring me down
Eternity, no such thing as time will tell
Only I can determine my fate and success, not time or destiny
Infirmary, burn like magnetic combustion
Negative energy and people can be dangerous and destructive
Bad credit with me, and paramedics are hustlin'
My negative energy can be harmful to myself and others
What's the definition of water?
I question and explore the world around me
Sherm sticks, simply got 'em everywhere you caught us
I experiment with different drugs and substances
Turn quick, I don't wanna play this for my daughter
I am aware of the dangers of drugs and substances, and want to protect my loved ones from them
And if my son heard it, probably look at you as his father
I am a role model to others, and must set a good example
I'm proud of myself in a bad way
I have accomplished things I am proud of, but may have done so in a negative way
Halfway house, tell that to me halfway
I am not fully committed to anything or anyone
I'm passin' out, ass whoopin'
I am tired and exhausted from the challenges I face
Your ass lookin' for Michelle Obama 'til I bang on you
I won't let anyone disrespect or take advantage of me
They couldn't
No one can bring me down or stop me from succeeding
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