Kid Cudi - Pursuit Of Happiness (official Music Video) Ft. Mgmt May 2026

The official music video for "Pursuit Of Happiness (Nightmare)," featuring MGMT and Ratatat, was directed by Brody Baker and produced by actor Josh Hartnett. Released in December 2009, it serves as a visual exploration of the darker, hedonistic side of searching for contentment through escapism.

: Alcohol and smoking are central motifs. These represent temporary "fixes" that fail to provide lasting happiness, eventually leading to the remorseful bathroom scene where Cudi questions his choices. The official music video for "Pursuit Of Happiness

: The video features appearances from Drake (Aubrey Graham), MGMT's Ben Goldwasser, Consequence, actor Jake Hoffman , and rapper Johnny Polygon . Visual Themes and Symbols " featuring MGMT and Ratatat