Baptized in Fire
Kid Cudi, Travis Scott, Travi$ Scott
Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer
Easy, back up, turn your radio Turn your radio off Watch me now, baby, baby Uh uh, uh uh Bitches in my ear, they saying they love me You don't love Scott, you love the Kid Cudi I ain't no fucking slouch, show you what I'm 'bout My energy is a bit too precious, too drenched in them blessings Transitioning to my inner, I'm hearing their voice Tell me stay in focus, keep focusing, boy Feeling like a Chilly Billy The man everywhere I go, in any city I mean, damn the girls, girls, girls galore I mean, damn the girls, girls, girls adore Mixing florescent to the core of the accoutrement Off the tippy titty, setting off my groupie radar Sipping Hen, dapping hands off the roof of my Porsche A fresh nigga at large, a fresh nigga go hard All my youngins say keep it going All my youngins, they dumb and repping, they always knowing Got some pride in your town, I'm spotting 'em lately Three piece suit and I'm looking so cute Sexy mama, send her way, you doing it hunnid Them hating fucks sidelining and question what you do Not this, my nigga, you been here Not this, my nigga, you ain't here Big boss, I made your heart heavy Can't stop me, can't carry me, baby Life ain't easy sober, we live so geeky Did just what you taught us, kept peace, no drama Phoned home to the moon, did you change your number? If and when you get this message, need you back home Big bro, big bro, big bro, big bro Back home Big bro, we need you, come home Back home Big bro, big bro, shit's fucked, come home Higher Nightmares kept a nigga from closing his lids Since a kid, I've been haunted by visions of death Such a trip, now it's normal, I customed the grip Think they gon' know, think the door the haunters ain't left Now tell me what's a young nigga to do? When the zombies are coming for you Load up them Daryl Dixons Supply the race, turn the pave, relaxing, I'm whipping Last week I almost weaved right off of Mulholland Chiefing good like I should, alone in my thoughts All the awesome places I've gone to and witnessed Is it worth the paranoia, betrayal, and loss? Nah nah, heroes can't simply have it all Sacrifice, but see heroes don't sleep, we hear the call My nieces know Uncle Scottie is so rock 'n' roll My princess Vada know rock 'n' roll daddy got the glow Got some pride in your town, I'm spotting 'em lately Three piece suit and I'm looking so cute Sexy mama, send her way, you doing it hunnid Them hating fucks sidelining and question what you do Not this, my nigga, you been here Not this, my nigga, you ain't here Big boss, I made your heart heavy Can't stop me, can't carry me, baby Life ain't easy sober, we live so geeky Did just what you taught us, kept peace, no drama Phoned home to the moon, did you change your number? If and when you get this message, need you back home Big bro, big bro, big bro, big bro Back home Big bro, we need you, come home Back home Big bro, big bro, shit's fucked, come home Higher
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
.jpg/190px-Kid_Cudi_2010_2_(crop).jpg "Kid Cudi")
1 fan
Written by: JACQUES WEBSTER, MIKE DEAN, PATRICK REYNOLDS, SCOTT RAMON SEGURO MESCUDI
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
14 facts about this song
Musical Collaboration"Baptized in Fire" is a collaborative song between Kid Cudi and Canadian artist Travis Scott.
|
Release DetailsThe song was released as a single from Kid Cudi's sixth studio album, titled "Passion, Pain & Demon Slayin", in December 2016.
|
Music GenreClassified as hip hop, the song blends elements of psychedelic music and soft rock.
|
Chart PerformanceUpon release, the song charted on the Billboard Hot 100 list, marking it as one of Kid Cudi's popular tracks.
|
Lyric ThemeThe lyrics discuss friendship, adversity, and the struggle of dealing with fame and expectations.
|
Musical StyleKid Cudi's distinct singing-rapping style is prominent in this track, accompanied by Travis Scott's autotune-heavy vocals.
|
Production CreditsThe song was produced by Kid Cudi himself, along with Mike Dean, a renowned producer who often works with Kanye West and Travis Scott.
|
ReceptionThe track received favourable reviews from music critics, being praised for its fresh sound and emotive lyrics.
|
VisualsThe cover art for the single "Baptized in Fire" depicts a flaming car. It's symbolic of the challenges and trials both Kid Cudi and Travis Scott face.
|
Retrospective SuccessDespite not being a chart-topping hit initially, "Baptized in Fire" gained a cult following over time and is often acknowledged as a staple in Kid Cudi's roster.
|
Role ReversalIn the song, Kid Cudi refers to Travis Scott as his protegé; this is interesting because Travis Scott has often referred to Kid Cudi as one of his biggest musical influences.
|
Personal Lyrics"Baptized in Fire" comes from a deeply personal place, as Kid Cudi references struggles with mental health — an issue openly discussed by the artist in his career.
|
Album Success"Passion, Pain & Demon Slayin", the album in which "Baptized in Fire" appears, reached No. 11 on the US Billboard 200 and No. 1 on the US Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts.
|
Music VideoThere is no official music video for "Baptized in Fire"; however, the audio release on YouTube has amassed millions of views.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"Baptized in Fire Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 25 Apr. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/33560084/Kid+Cudi/Baptized+in+Fire>.
Powered by CITE.ME
Discuss the Baptized in Fire Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In