Overview

• Cudi announced on X that 'Free' was his last release on a major label and that he is moving forward as an independent artist.
• He told fans it will be a long wait before his next album, saying he is stepping back from dropping records for an extended period.
• During the pause, he plans to focus on directing as well as more acting, painting and fashion projects.
• He said a self-directed short film for the song 'Mr Miracle' will arrive in the coming weeks.
• He thanked listeners for the reception to 'Free' and recent coverage noted his August memoir and earlier marriage this year as context for the career shift.