Passion, Pain & Demon Slayin'
Kid Cudi · 2016
86 min · 19 tracks · alternative rock · contemporary R&B · hip-hop
A kaleidoscopic blend of introspective lyrics, ethereal production, and genre-defying soundscapes that reflect Cudi's complex emotions.
Why this album works
'Passion, Pain & Demon Slayin'' received critical acclaim for its exploration of mental health themes and debuted at number 21 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album's introspective nature resonated with fans and critics alike, contributing to ongoing discussions around mental health in hip-hop and influencing a new generation of artists addressing similar issues.
- Best for
- steady flow with gradual peaks introspective listening for deep thoughts for late-night introspection
- Context
- When 'Passion, Pain & Demon Slayin'' was released in December 2016, Kid Cudi was emerging from a challenging period marked by mental health struggles and a hiatus from music. This album followed his 2015 release 'Speedin' Bullet 2 Heaven' and marked his return to a more melodic and collaborative style, showcasing a newfound vulnerability and depth in his songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mike Shinoda· XXXTentacion· Linkin Park· Machine Gun Kelly· N.E.R.D.· Drake· Lana Del Rey· Willow Smith
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Frequency 4:58
- 2 Swim in the Light Standout 4:29
- 3 Releaser 5:27
- 4 By Design 4:17
- 5 All In 4:10
- 6 ILLusions 4:16
- 7 Rose Golden Standout 4:37
- 8 Baptized in Fire 4:45
- 9 Flight at First Sight / Advanced 3:56
- 10 Does It 4:22
Disc 2
- 1 Dance 4 Eternity 4:43
- 2 Distant Fantasies 4:47
- 3 Wounds 4:03
- 4 Mature Nature 3:55
- 5 Kitchen 4:28
- 6 Cosmic Warrior 4:00
- 7 The Guide 5:06
- 8 The Commander 4:16
- 9 Surfin’ Standout 6:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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