Man on the Moon III: The Chosen
Kid Cudi · 2020
58 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock
A deeply introspective journey blending alternative hip-hop and psychedelic soundscapes with emotional vulnerability and lush production.
Top tracks — play these first
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Tequila Shots Start here — This track opens the album with a reflective tone, addressing themes of mental health and resilience that permeate throughout the project.
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Solo Dolo, pt. III — Continuing the narrative from previous installments, this track highlights Cudi's signature introspective style and showcases his growth as an artist.
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Sad People — Exploring feelings of loneliness and vulnerability, this track resonates with listeners through its relatable lyrics and poignant melody.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines introspective lyrics with varied production styles, though its length affects overall cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a spoken-word piece that sets a reflective tone, followed by tracks that alternate between introspective lyrics and lush, layered production.
- The last three tracks slow the tempo significantly, providing a contemplative conclusion to the album's emotional journey.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective late-night reflections
- emotional storytelling journeys
- gradual builds and payoffs
- vivid atmospheric soundscapes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows Kid Cudi's continued creativity and relevance after a decade-long hiatus.
- Career context
- Released on December 11, 2020, 'Man on the Moon III: The Chosen' marks Kid Cudi's return to his iconic 'Man on the Moon' series after a decade-long hiatus since 'Man on the Moon II: The Legend of Mr. Rager'. At this point in his career, Cudi had experienced both critical acclaim and personal struggles, making this album a significant moment of self-reflection and artistic maturation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Travis Scott· Jaden Smith· Frank Ocean
Tracklist
- 1 Beautiful Trip 0:37
- 2 Tequila Shots Start here 3:13
- 3 Another Day 3:20
- 4 She Knows This 3:37
- 5 Dive 2:29
- 6 Damaged 2:31
- 7 Heaven on Earth 3:21
- 8 Show Out 2:55
- 9 Solo Dolo, pt. III 4:02
- 10 Sad People 2:56
- 11 Elsie’s Baby Boy (Flashback) 3:39
- 12 Sept. 16 4:09
- 13 The Void 5:25
- 14 Lovin’ Me 2:46
- 15 The Pale Moonlight 2:56
- 16 Rockstar Knights 3:51
- 17 4 Da Kidz 3:04
- 18 Lord I Know 3:32
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