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About KID CUDI
Scott Mescudi, better known by his stage name Kid Cudi, is an American actor, Grammy Award winning musician and multi-platinum recording artist from Cleveland, Ohio. Cudi first debuted on the music scene in 2008, quickly catching the attention of Kanye West and rising to the top of the Billboard charts. His first studio album Man on the Moon: The End of Day received widespread industry praise and set the stage for his subsequent successful endeavors. Over the course of his musical career, Cudi has made exceptional contributions to the music industry and many prominent artists claim his discography as a significant source of stylistic inspiration. As of 2022, Cudi has released ten studio albums and has sold over 22 million records. His most recent album, Entergalactic, released in September 2022 in tandem with the companion NETFLIX animated project.
In 2010, Cudi ventured into acting and starred in the critically acclaimed HBO comedy series How to Make it in America. From there, he went on to star in Josh Mond’s James White, Need for Speed (DreamWorks), Entourage (Warner Bros.) and Reed Morano’s Meadowland. He has appeared in HBO’s award-winning series Westworld, was recently seen in HBO limited series We Are Who We Are created by Luca Guadagnino, the indie film Dreamland starring opposite Gary Oldman and in a supporting role in Bill & Ted Face the Music (MGM).
On the feature side, Cudi was most recently seen as one of the leads of A24’s X, written and directed by Ti West and produced by Sam Levinson. In 2021, he appeared in Adam McKay’s Don’t Look Up alongside Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence. He will next be seen in Disney+’s Crater, produced by 21 Laps and is currently developing the Netflix film Teddy which he will produce with Jeymes Samuel and Jay-Z. The film will make his directorial debut and he will star in it as well.
Cudi’s Amazon documentary, A Man Named Scott, recently premiered to great reviews and highlights how he became one of the most influential musicians over the last 15 years shining a light on his influence on hip-hop and culture.
In 2020, Cudi founded the production and music management company, MAD SOLAR, backed by Bron Studios, which provides corporate back office and production support, including financing, marketing, and sales.
To supplement his artistic projects and fuel his longtime interest in fashion, Cudi has notably partnered with Giuseppe Zanotti, Bape and Coach on multiple campaigns and innovative collaborations. He recently launched his debut collection from his clothing line Members of the Rage (MOTR) at Paris Fashion Week in January 2023. Additionally, Cudi’s work as a mental health advocate has cemented his deeply rooted impact on pop culture.
Cudi is currently bi-coastal and resides in both Los Angeles and New York.
Kid Cudi
Kid Cudi built his reputation through music that mixed hip-hop with rock and electronica, alongside lyrics filled with personal themes and emotional honesty.1,2
His breakthrough run was tied to Day ’n’ Nite, Man on the Moon: The End of Day, and a body of work that helped make vulnerability, isolation, and self-doubt part of modern hip-hop’s emotional vocabulary.1,2 He has also worked across music, film, and television while staying true to his unmistakable sound.1
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Kid Cudi’s Background
Kid Cudi was born Scott Ramon Seguro Mescudi on January 30, 1984, in Cleveland, Ohio, and later moved to New York City to pursue music.2,3
Before the studio albums, he built early momentum through online releases and his 2008 mixtape A Kid Named Cudi, which helped put his name into wider circulation ahead of his major-label breakthrough.2,3
One of the first big turning points came with Day ’n’ Nite, a song that began taking shape before his debut album and helped pull his music into a much larger spotlight.3 From there, Man on the Moon: The End of Day established the tone and themes that would define his early career.1
Kid Cudi’s Awards
Kid Cudi’s recognition hasn’t come from one lane. His honors span music, collaboration, and creative work beyond recording.
- Grammy Awards – Best Rap/Sung Collaboration (2012): Kid Cudi shared a Grammy Award for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for the Kanye West song All of the Lights.2
- Critics' Choice Association’s Celebration of Black Cinema & Television – Groundbreaker (2022): Kid Cudi was honored with the Groundbreaker Award for his starring role in Entergalactic.4
- Grammy Awards (recognition) – 50 Artists Who Changed Rap (2023): Kid Cudi was included in Grammy’s 50 Artists Who Changed Rap honorable mentions list.5
Kid Cudi’s Biggest Hits
Kid Cudi’s biggest songs map out the different sides of his catalog. Some lean inward and melodic, while others show how easily his style works alongside other major artists.
- Day ’n’ Nite (2009): This breakthrough single peaked at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and spent 27 weeks on the chart.6
- The Adventures of Moon Man & Slim Shady (2020): This collaboration with Eminem peaked at number 22 on the Billboard Hot 100.6
- Erase Me (featuring Kanye West) (2010): Erase Me peaked at number 22 on the Billboard Hot 100 and spent five weeks on the chart.6
See Kid Cudi Live
Kid Cudi’s live shows often pair atmosphere with large-scale production. Many of his sets include visuals like lasers and smoke, with a mix of older favorites, newer material, and an encore, all wrapped into an immersive performance.7
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