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Kid Cudi – Entergalactic – Vinyl Record
Kid Cudi’s Entergalactic, released on September 30, 2022, is both a concept album and a multimedia experience that reaffirms his status as one of hip-hop’s most emotionally attuned and artistically daring figures. Issued alongside the Netflix animated special of the same name (which Cudi co-created), Entergalactic functions not just as a soundtrack, but as a sonic narrative of love, vulnerability, and cosmic introspection—a continuation of the themes that have defined Cudi’s career, now wrapped in a smoother, more romantic soundscape.
Unlike the darker, mental health-centered tone of earlier works like Man on the Moon or Speedin’ Bullet 2 Heaven, Entergalactic offers a more optimistic, sensual, and grown-up perspective. It’s an album about connection—romantic, artistic, spiritual—and how that connection can ground someone who has often floated through life as an outsider. At its core, the album is a love story, mirroring the arc of the animated film: a rising artist falls for a neighbor and must navigate creativity, career, and emotional baggage.
Entergalactic leans heavily into psychedelic R&B, melodic rap, lo-fi soul, and spacey production, showcasing a warmer and more accessible version of Cudi’s sound. Longtime collaborator Dot da Genius shares production duties, alongside names like Plain Pat, Take a Daytrip, and Ty Dolla $ign, who also appears on the track “Willing to Trust.” The sonic textures are lush, atmospheric, and often dreamy, placing less emphasis on heavy beats and more on groove and mood.
The album opens with the ambient, instrumental “Entergalactic Theme,” setting a tone of exploration and emotional openness. This transitions into tracks like “New Mode” and “Do What I Want,” the latter a swaggering anthem of self-assurance that stands out as the most energetic and trap-inflected moment on the record. But much of the album’s core lies in its mid-tempo, emotionally rich ballads. “Angel,” “Ignite the Love,” and “Can’t Shake Her” feature Cudi’s signature hums, Auto-Tuned melodies, and themes of longing and surrender, drawing comparisons to Frank Ocean and The Weeknd, but always delivered in Cudi’s uniquely earnest tone.
“Willing to Trust,” a duet with Ty Dolla $ign, serves as the emotional centerpiece—a smooth, synth-washed track about the uncertainty of new love and the courage it takes to be vulnerable. Cudi’s voice here is less performative than heartfelt; he sounds like someone truly trying to grow. “Somewhere to Fly,” featuring Don Toliver, is another standout, layering reverberated vocals and hypnotic rhythms in a way that feels both intimate and cosmic.
Entergalactic is straightforward—sometimes even minimalist—but that simplicity is intentional. Cudi trades the philosophical weight of his Man on the Moon albums for direct, emotionally present writing, favoring clarity over metaphor. The result is an album that feels sincere and digestible, without sacrificing his deeper themes of self-discovery, healing, and hope.
As part of the larger Entergalactic project—a film, album, and visual universe—this album highlights Cudi’s continued evolution as a multidisciplinary artist. He’s no longer just the lonely stoner or introspective misfit; he’s a cultural figure embracing love, community, and a broader creative vision. The pairing with animation also helps amplify the aesthetic cohesion of the album—Entergalactic is as much about vibe as it is about plot or lyricism, and the visuals underscore that immersive, romantic tone.
Entergalactic was praised for its cohesion, melodic consistency, and emotional maturity. While some longtime fans missed the darkness and angst of earlier records, many applauded Cudi’s decision to shift toward joy, light, and romantic vulnerability—a rarity in mainstream hip-hop. It’s not his most groundbreaking work, but it’s arguably one of his most beautiful and balanced, showing that emotional evolution can be just as compelling as artistic revolution.
In the end, Entergalactic stands as a modern love album through a Cudi lens—dreamy, intimate, a little offbeat, and ultimately full of heart. It’s not a cosmic journey in the same sense as Man on the Moon, but rather a grounded, glowing meditation on love, trust, and being fully present in your own life. It’s a softer Cudi—but no less profound.
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Track Listing
Entergalatic Theme
New Mode
Do What I Want
Angel
Ignite The Love
In Love
Willing To Trust
Can’t Believe
Livin’ My Truth
Maybe So
Can’t Shake Her
She’s Lookin’ For Me
My Drug
Somewhere To Fly
Burrow (Bonus Track)
