"Erase Me" is a song by American recording artist Kid Cudi, released August 17, 2010, as the lead single from his second studio album Man on the Moon II: The Legend of Mr. Rager (2010). The song features a guest appearance from his mentor Kanye West, and was produced by Jim Jonsin.
The song debuted on a Cleveland radio station June 30, 2010, and was officially released to Rhythm/Crossover radio on August 17, 2010.[2][3][4] On August 24, 2010, "Erase Me" was officially released digitally via iTunes.[5] In 2011, the song was featured on ESPN's hit morning sports show SportsCenter.
Music video [edit]
Jason Goldwatch directed the music video. Kid Cudi plays a Jimi Hendrix influenced character, sporting a black curly afro wig and headband. An excerpt from a longer format version of the video will be available through iTunes around the album's release date. Christopher Mintz-Plasse and Clark Duke make up the rest of Kid Cudi's band in the video.
Performances [edit]
Kid Cudi performed the song on the Late Show with David Letterman.[6] Kid Cudi also performed this song at Vanderbilt University on April 16, 2011 at Rites of Spring, and notably forgot the lyrics.[7] "Erase Me" is also performed during an episode of hit television show "One Tree Hill".
Charts and certifications [edit]
"Erase Me" made a Hot Shot debut on the Billboard Hot 100 at #22. On the 30th of August the single debuted on the New Zealand Single Charts at number 22. On September 5, the single debuted on the UK Singles chart at #58 and #18 on the UK R&B Chart.
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