11-07-2025
Kid Cudi's "Grave" Leans Into a Pop Sound
Summary
As promised,Kid Cudihas shared the second single from his imminent new project, 'Grave,' the track continues to carve out the more pop-leaning sound Cudi has been tapping into as of late.
Following up the lead single 'Neverland,' 'Grave' definitely sounds like it comes from the same universe. Continuing to build on the album's overarching theme of ultimate freedom, the just-over-three-minute single also comes with a striking music video directed by Samuel Bayer, who has worked with a handful of rock and alternative bands, includingThe Rolling Stones,Green Day,My Chemical Romance,The CranberriesandThe Strokes.
While the tracklist forFreehas not yet been unveiled, the project is confirmed to consist of thirteen tracks in total, with 'Neverland' falling at two and 'Grave' at nine.
Pop is not uncharted territory for Cudi, who has previously leaned into a more indie-inspired sound onSpeedin' Bullet 2 Heaven,among other songs scattered about his highly diverse discography.
Stream 'Grave' on Spotify and Apple Music now, and expectFreeto drop on Friday, August 22.