The highly anticipated follow-up to last year's debut from Kid Cudi does not disappoint. There is something raw about this album that may surprise you. It lacks a certain ornate quality that was present on the first album. This is more noticeable in the production. The beats and instrumentals set a tone that is a little darker. The lyrics follow suit and are much more introspective. The record is conceptual in nature. Cudi appears to see himself as "Mr. Rager", and from track to track regails listeners with stories about long hours spent partying, alcohol and drug use, and the strain that this lifestyle has on relationships and the ability to focus. He's emerged as the poster child for Kanye West's label, GOOD Music. Kanye does appear on the album briefly as well. Cudi shows some growth here exhibiting a more tempered lyrical style. He appears to have stayed grounded after the success of his debut release. Overall, this is a fairly brilliant sophomore effort from a very gifted artist with the gift of gab.
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Past Works:
Man On The Moon: The End of Day
RedletterDaydream
Past Works:
Man On The Moon: The End of Day
Track:
Mojo So Dope
Mojo So Dope
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