Overview

• Free is now streaming and collects 13 songs with no guest features, including the previously released singles “Neverland,” “Mr. Miracle,” and “Grave.”
• Billboard ties the release to Cudi’s newly published memoir, noting a GQ excerpt where he recalls a near-overdose circa 2010.
• Coverage describes the record as reflective of personal growth, with HotNewHipHop highlighting references to his new marriage and renewed happiness.
• Hip Hop Vibe reports a cinematic rollout with a Ti West–directed “Neverland” short backed by Monkeypaw that screened at Tribeca and a Samuel Bayer–directed video for “Grave.”
• Outlets differ on its place in his catalog, with Billboard calling Free his 10th studio album and others labeling it his 13th.