: The track contains nods to his past work, including interpolations of his previous song "Frequency," and mentions high-fashion figures like the late Virgil Abloh .
The lyrics reflect a sense of personal freedom and artistic liberation.
"Do What I Want" is the lead single from Kid Cudi's eighth studio album and Netflix animated special, . Released on June 10, 2022, the track marks a significant moment in Cudi's career as it serves as the sonic foundation for a major multi-media project. Production and Sound Kid Cudi - Do What I Want (Audio)
: In the Entergalactic series, Cudi voices the character Jabari ; the song's energy mirrors the character's journey of navigating life and love in New York City.
Kid Cudi Teases First 'Entergalactic' Single "Do What I Want" : The track contains nods to his past
The track was produced by the duo , alongside Russ Chell and Jared Levius . Interestingly, this was the very first song Cudi recorded with Take a Daytrip, predating their heavy collaboration on Man on the Moon III: The Chosen .
: The hook "I'ma do what I want" serves as a mantra for Cudi's current era, where he is expanding into filmmaking and voice acting. Released on June 10, 2022, the track marks
: The song opens with a viral audio clip of ESPN's Stephen A. Smith saying, "Stay off the weeeeeeeeeeeeeeed!".