Kid Cudi 'Free': Every song ranked from best to worst

Kid Cudi released his album Free on August 22, 2025. It is a pop and alternative rock record with 13 songs, his eleventh solo album. It was released through Wicked Awesome and Republic Records. The album was preceded by three singles: “Neverland” (released May 9), “Grave” (released July 11), and “Mr. Miracle” (released August 18).

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Kid Cudi's 'Free' Album track rankings

1. Neverland

Kid Cudi's "Neverland" was the lead single and had a short film that premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival. It gained early buzz and attention. It introduces the album’s theme of freedom. That warmth and emotional pull make it the #1-ranked track as per the ratings online.

2. Mr. Miracle

"Mr. Miracle" came out just before the album. Critics praised its pop-punk sound and cinematic feel. It’s bold and emotional, making it one of the most talked-about songs in Free by Kid Cudi.

3. Grave

As the second single, "Grave" had a music video and generated strong buzz. Reviewers described it as emotionally charged, starting in anguish and ending in optimism, dealing with struggle but finding light. Its raw weight and hopeful shift give it a strong place in the ranking.

4. Deep Diving

"Deep Diving" was rated by critics as one of the most passionate tracks on the album. It has gentle, piano-driven music and honest lyrics about being fully invested emotionally. The chorus flows with soft strength.

5. Opiate

Critics said "Opiate" by Kid Cudi is a smooth, slow jam with a boy-band-like hook. Online ratings stated that it feels tender, intimate, and deeply vulnerable. The vintage-style melody adds to the song's appeal.

6. Echoes of the Present

This track opens the album and sets a reflective and calm tone. Its position at the start gives it a symbolic role and helps shape the listener’s mindset for the rest of the album.

7. Truman Show

"Turns out I had control of my own Truman Show" is a bold lyric that stuck with listeners. The song combines pop-punk chords with an emotional hook and themes of self-control and identity.

8. Salt Water

This track closes the album with spoken word instead of singing. Cudi addresses listeners about his journey, saying, "I made it out of that darkness. I saw the light." It’s quiet and speaks honestly. Its reflective closure gives the album emotional weight.

9. Submarine

"Submarine" carries a quiet mood, as if listening underwater. It brings soft sadness but in a safe, reflective way. It adds emotional depth to Kid Cudi's album’s middle, helping balance the energy without fanfare.

10. Past Life

With a title that suggests looking back, "Past Life" feels reflective and subdued. It slips quietly into the album, offering space for introspection. It doesn’t stand out loudly, but adds continuity to the album.

11. Picnic in Paris

"Picnic in Paris" evokes calm, gentle imagery. It sounds like a peaceful memory or daydream. Its light, tender feeling adds beauty and softness.

12. Stargazing

This track feels dreamy and hopeful, like gazing up at stars. It gives a soft sense of wonder late in the album.

13. Ashes

"Ashes" feels short and fading. It’s subtle, like a small echo or a gentle whisper. It doesn’t seek attention but adds a soft, quiet moment, closing gaps in Kid Cudi's album's flow without standing out.

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More details about Kid Cudi's 'Free'

The ranking starts with songs that caught the most attention, those released as singles or reviewed strongly. Neverland, Mr. Miracle, and Grave were all promoted ahead of the album or visually supported, so they lead. Songs like Deep Diving and Opiate followed in the critical commentary. Tracks that shape the album’s start or close it are placed next, emphasizing structure and emotional role.

Free is an album about hope, freedom, and healing. It uses pop-punk chords, big hooks, and even spoken word to show Cudi’s reinvention. He makes a creative leap and asks,

"What does the world not have right now that I can provide?"

Kid Cudi answers with honesty and joy. The ranking reflects how each song plays into those themes and how much each has been talked about. The rankings are based on online reviews by critics and fans.