The Prayer
Kid Cudi · A Kid Named Cudi [2008]
My heart thump not from being nervous,
Sometimes I'm thinking God made me special here on purpose
So all the while 'til I'm gone make my words important so
If I slip away, if I die today the last thing you remember won't
Be about some apple bottom jeans with the boots with the fur
Baby how I dream of being free since my birth
Cursed but the demons I confronted would disperse
Have you ever heard some shit so real
Beyond from the heart, from the soul you can feel
And if I die before I wake, I pray the lord my soul to take
But please don't cry, just know that I have made these songs for you
And if I die before I wake I pray the lord my soul to take
'Cause I'm ready for the funeral
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh
My mind runs I can never catch it even if I got a head start
God please tell me I am feeling so alone way
I don't need to worry 'cause I know the world'll feel this nigga
Blessing in disguise but, I am not hiding who I am open your eyes bro
If I ever met you, I appreciate the love yo
Girls that I dated, it's ok I am not mad yo
Unless you stabbed me in the heart, no love ho,
This shit is so Ill
Play it back from the top if you recognize real
And if I die before I wake, I pray the lord my soul to take
But please don't cry, just know that I have made these songs for you
And if I die before I wake, I pray the lord my soul to take
'Cause I'm ready for the funeral
And if I die before I wake, I pray the lord my soul to take
So please don't cry, just know that I have made these songs for you
And if I die before I wake, I pray the lord my soul take
'Cause I'm ready for the funeral
(I'm ready for the funeral, ay ay
I'm ready for the funeral, ay
I'm ready for the funeral, ay
I'm ready for it
I'm ready for it
I'm ready for the funeral)
The Prayer - Kid Cudi
Released on the 2008 album A Kid Named Cudi, "The Prayer" stands as a defining track in the evolution of modern hip-hop, blending soulful vocals with a distinct electronic production style. The song exemplifies Kid Cudi's signature ability to merge R&B sensibilities with rap, creating an atmospheric soundscape that resonates deeply with listeners seeking emotional depth in urban music. Its inclusion on the debut album solidified Cudi's reputation as a versatile artist capable of crafting introspective narratives that transcend genre boundaries. The recording captures a pivotal moment in his discography, showcasing a maturity in songwriting and vocal delivery that would influence countless peers and followers in the genre. As a staple of his early work, the track remains a testament to the fusion of soul and hip-hop that characterizes his broader body of work.