Man On The Moon: The End Of Day
by Kid Cudi
  • Record Label: Motown
  • Release Date: Sep 15, 2009
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8.8

Universal acclaim- based on 454 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 422 out of 454
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 454
  3. Negative: 21 out of 454

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  1. Teeb_
    Jul 19, 2022
    10
    This is by far the most influential rap album ever. Many rappers have given thanks to Kid Cudi's sound (Travis Scott, for example). This album gave birth to a whole new type of rap.
  2. Yessir5
    Jun 23, 2022
    7
    Lots of good songs, especially “Enter Galactic”. This was my favorite on the record. Some of the tracks have either dated sounds that don’t hold up well, or boring flows/chorus that bring the record down a bit. Still quite good however. Also the album cover is beautiful
  3. JamesJennings
    May 2, 2022
    10
    An essential album for anyone new to hip-hop, young or old. Truly an album for anyone.
  4. garfield7081
    Mar 26, 2022
    9
    13 years later, kid cudi still proves himself worthy of his status from this album

    best song: pursuit of happiness

    worst song: my world
  5. SimonMcCrone
    Dec 25, 2021
    10
    One of the best albums of all time and definitely the best debut album in any genre. There isn't a bad track and after many listen to this album I am still not sick of it.
  6. DM29x
    Dec 9, 2021
    6
    massively influential album, that being said I don't think a lot of the songs hold up. could be a 7 at a push
  7. Zappyboi
    Sep 7, 2021
    10
    mr worldwide, usa, china, brazil, china, chile, germany, uk, swizerland, chile, sweden
  8. Codeling
    Aug 7, 2021
    8
    Great album. Very good production, a lot of enjoyable songs.
    Best songs: Day 'n' Nite, Pursuit of Happiness
    Worst songs: Hyyerr
  9. SaintPablo32
    Jun 4, 2021
    10
    This album captures the depression that Scott Mescudi has been fighting his whole life. Scott talks about the themes of not fitting in, being bullied, drugs and their tolls, fame, and many more struggles Kid Cudi experiences.

    This is a timeless classic that has changed Hip-Hop throughout the years and helped many with similar experiences Scott goes through on this album. No bad tracks on    This album captures the depression that Scott Mescudi has been fighting his whole life. Scott talks about the themes of not fitting in, being bullied, drugs and their tolls, fame, and many more struggles Kid Cudi experiences.

    This is a timeless classic that has changed Hip-Hop throughout the years and helped many with similar experiences Scott goes through on this album. No bad tracks on this album.

    10/10 - Classic    … Expand
  10. Hendo250
    Mar 29, 2021
    9
    this album is a 9 this album is a 9 this album is a 9 this album is a 9 this album is a 9
  11. Yosco
    Feb 9, 2021
    7
    Muy buena producción, buena composición, aunque una letra muy repetida, no quita que esté álbum sea un clásico
  12. Dezzyd
    Feb 9, 2021
    9
    I love the feel of this album. You can just get lost listening to this album. It's my favorite Cudi album.
  13. GothamZeppelin
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    Cudi killed it with this. It compete with the top works in his discography to be honest. It really exceeded my expectations and that’s saying a lot coming from someone who’s been listening to cudi for half his life. Scott really hasn’t lost it in the slightest.
  14. Arkham_Shooter
    Dec 15, 2020
    9
    A wonderful and personal experience through the world of Kid Cudi. Amazing singles throughout to enjoy.
  15. clem666
    Dec 12, 2020
    9
    This project came out on 2009. Still it is futuristic. First studio album for Kid Cudi, a young unknown and underestimated rapper whose contribution to rap & hip-hop will quickly become unmissable and unforgettable.

    Everything in the album is attractive: from the cover and overall artwork to the subdivision by acts of the tracks, the originality of the titles, the narrative parts, all    This project came out on 2009. Still it is futuristic. First studio album for Kid Cudi, a young unknown and underestimated rapper whose contribution to rap & hip-hop will quickly become unmissable and unforgettable.

    Everything in the album is attractive: from the cover and overall artwork to the subdivision by acts of the tracks, the originality of the titles, the narrative parts, all the sci-fi atmosphere and the artists collaborating on the project. In 'Man On The Moon', Kudi explores his daily day and night life. He observes his anxiety, suicidal thoughts, his relation to drug abuse and women, the feeling of being alone,... The album is clearly the precursor of all we hear these days as we call it 'lofi songs' and 'sad rap'. With powerful and clever samples and interpolations, Cudi's tracks both sounds nostalgic and futuristic. The place occupied by instruments is awesome in this kind of hip-hop album: we can hear violins, powerful classic and electric guitars (thank you so much Ratatat for existing), piano, catchy drums.

    This album is deep, catchy and hovering at the same time. Cudi's story truly begins here, where the career of many other artists takes root in (as Jaden Smith and Travis Scott to only cite them). Now please enjoy 'Man On The Moon III: The Chosen' which came out yesterday.    … Expand
  16. Momoki_02
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
  17. Wiwieiwuwuuwuw
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    the best album by one of the most influential artists of all time. With tracks like day’nite, pursuit of happiness, and soundtrack 2 my life with many other songs this album is fire
  18. Sinews
    Apr 10, 2020
    8
    While Kid Cudi probably didn't invent the kind of vulnerable, emotional emo-rap that's become the status quo for a few years now, he certainly gets more cred than anyone else for being a good decade ahead of the game and still managing to produce music that was engaging enough that so many people who were around for it would remember it so fondly.

    There's a lot to enjoy on this album,    While Kid Cudi probably didn't invent the kind of vulnerable, emotional emo-rap that's become the status quo for a few years now, he certainly gets more cred than anyone else for being a good decade ahead of the game and still managing to produce music that was engaging enough that so many people who were around for it would remember it so fondly.

    There's a lot to enjoy on this album, and almost no track disappoints. About the only real strike it against it is it's unjustifiable length. It's length undermines its unique qualities, giving it the feel of an album that tries to cozy up with its more run-of-the-mill contemporaries when it was so clearly born to be a cut above the rest. Despite this minor complaint, Man On The Moon is something of a minor classic graduating to a moderate classic. Perhaps time will tell, but for now, what he have is a set of impactful, soulful tracks that while not feeling as fresh as they did in 2009, will still ring true to the ears of a modern music audience.    … Expand
  19. jbus03
    Sep 25, 2019
    10
    a hip hop master piece that truly paved the way for many others, one of my personal favorites
  20. Shaymooose
    Aug 17, 2019
    8
    This album has helped me through some stuff man I can't even lie. This was a fantastic debut.

    Best Tracks:The Pursuit of Happiness, Soundtrack 2 My Life,Solo Dolo, Heart of a Lion, Sky Might Fall,Cudi Zone,Up Up & Away
    Worst Tracks:My World,Enter Galactic, Hyyer
  21. fifi3
    Jul 28, 2019
    9
    A fantastic and classic debut album. The album introduced hip hop to psychedelic production and was a true game changer to the subject matter of mental health. The melodies and savvy music ear Cudi displayed on this project were second to none. Certainly one of the more enriching, valuable listening experiences you could ask for.
  22. MalcolmE
    Nov 4, 2018
    7
    Creates a intense and relatable atmosphere. I’m not always a fan of Cudi’s perfomance (such as the humming) but overall there’s great production and well written songs. Not a fan of the narration though. But the album keeps delivering strong cuts here and there until the very end.

    Favorite Track: Sky Might Fall, Soundtrack 2 My Life, Pursuit Of Happiness Least Favorite Track: In My    Creates a intense and relatable atmosphere. I’m not always a fan of Cudi’s perfomance (such as the humming) but overall there’s great production and well written songs. Not a fan of the narration though. But the album keeps delivering strong cuts here and there until the very end.

    Favorite Track: Sky Might Fall, Soundtrack 2 My Life, Pursuit Of Happiness

    Least Favorite Track: In My Dreams

    My Rating: 7/10    … Expand
  23. frnky
    Jan 13, 2018
    10
    A rapper that deserves his credit for making his own lane in the rap game. The debut album of the Cleveland native Scott Mescudi Man On The Moon: The End of Day brought light to Depression and the magic this artist creates in his music is nothing that has been seen before. A sense of an artist that can relate to so many people's vulnerability and make them feel like there not alone. MusicA rapper that deserves his credit for making his own lane in the rap game. The debut album of the Cleveland native Scott Mescudi Man On The Moon: The End of Day brought light to Depression and the magic this artist creates in his music is nothing that has been seen before. A sense of an artist that can relate to so many people's vulnerability and make them feel like there not alone. Music is very powerful, with that being said defiently a gem in the hip-hop culture. Man On The Moon: The End of Day is a Classic. If you don't believe me hear it for yourself.. purchase it, its worth the money.… Expand
  24. freshie
    Jan 9, 2018
    10
    An absolute classic. One of hip-hop's most important and pioneering albums of the modern era. Man on the Moon deserves all the praise in the world.
  25. RafikiPablo
    May 8, 2017
    10
    Kid Cudi - Man On The Moon: The End Of Day (2009)
    10 / 10
    Kid Cudi takes listeners on an incredible journey of human emotion. With outstanding production, beautiful narration from Common, a incredible structure, and Kid Cudi's cultive personality, this album will forever stand out as a sonically brilliant masterpiece.
  26. SergioV
    Apr 5, 2016
    8
    77/100. I think, similar to "Acid Rap", people jump on this album because it was a classic breakout. However, there's a few songs on this album that really bring it down because honestly, they're nothing special. Still, a very good album overall by Kid Cudi.
  27. brockcheese
    Dec 5, 2015
    7
    I have mixed feelings about this album, with a generally positive vibe. Kid Cudi's greatest asset is his personality which he describes as a martian or "man on the moon".
  28. CJones_275
    Sep 27, 2015
    10
    One of the best all-time hip hop debut albums, up there with "The College Dropout", "Reasonable Doubt", and "Doggystyle". Cudi himself was a big influence on Kanye's game-changing record "808's & Heartbreak" and the sound of the album (with Kanye's production) leaked into MOTM. In reality, it was not 808's leaking into Cudi, but vice versa. Cudi poured his heart and soul into his ownOne of the best all-time hip hop debut albums, up there with "The College Dropout", "Reasonable Doubt", and "Doggystyle". Cudi himself was a big influence on Kanye's game-changing record "808's & Heartbreak" and the sound of the album (with Kanye's production) leaked into MOTM. In reality, it was not 808's leaking into Cudi, but vice versa. Cudi poured his heart and soul into his own unique sound with his own unique story. It wasn't an album designed to be full of bangers to get some easy money over, it was Cudi trying to innovate his own sound into a still growing yet massive genre, and he succeeded in having a big influence. Cudi has one of the most dedicated fan-bases of any modern artist I've ever seen, and many other hip hop artists incorporated the sounds and vibes of MOTM and 808's into their projects.… Expand
  29. QuesTheGenius
    Aug 11, 2015
    10
    Amazing debut. His outside of the box style along with his metaphoric and honest lyrics one of the best Hip Hop albums of the past 5 years. It is still rotation to this day.
  30. homer4president
    Mar 11, 2015
    9
    It is clear Kid Cudi has arrived. His unique flow, vibe, and the substance of his lyrics allow him to transcend any specific genre and allow people of all musical tastes to appreciate his work. To say that he is a breath of fresh air in every way, shape, or form, is an understatement. The quality of production as well as the lyrical content on this album are superb and there are some greatIt is clear Kid Cudi has arrived. His unique flow, vibe, and the substance of his lyrics allow him to transcend any specific genre and allow people of all musical tastes to appreciate his work. To say that he is a breath of fresh air in every way, shape, or form, is an understatement. The quality of production as well as the lyrical content on this album are superb and there are some great features including MGMT, Ratatat and Chip Tha Ripper just to name a few. The moon man has landed and he is not going anywhere anytime soon.… Expand
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Metascore
71

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. AllMusic
    80
    This first official release is a soul searcher and may require more patience than your everyday debut. Still, the chilly, complicated Man on the Moon perfects the futuristic bleak-beat hip-hop Kanye purposed a year earlier, and rewards the listener with every tripped-out return.
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  2. Boston Globe
    80
    It’s spacey, adventurous, and ridiculously intriguing if only because it’s so different.
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  3. Entertainment Weekly
    91
    Cudi turns out to be that rarest of rap phenomena: a hyped upstart who really does represent a promising new phase in the genre's evolution.
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