Kid Cudi is finally speaking out. The rapper says he “hated every minute” of taking the witness stand in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ explosive trial. On a new episode of the Call Her Daddy podcast, Cudi described what went down inside the courtroom and why he showed up despite wanting no part of it.
TURNED DOWN TWICE BEFORE BEING FORCED TO TESTIFY
Cudi revealed that he refused to testify not once, but twice. The 41-year-old, real name Scott Mescudi, only took the stand after receiving a subpoena. The order forced him into the middle of a high-profile New York trial. His connection to the case came through a brief early 2010s romance with Cassie Ventura. Cassie, Diddy’s ex, was a key witness for the prosecution. Cudi said the only reason he showed up was to support her. He made it clear he wanted nothing else to do with the case.
On the podcast, Cudi explained his mindset going in. He did not dress up for court, showing up in blue jeans and a leather jacket. “I hated every minute of it,” he admitted. He had no desire to be in that room. But when he sat down, his perspective shifted. Cassie was his friend, and he wanted to be there for her. That thought gave him peace with his decision to comply with the subpoena.
He repeated that sentiment throughout the interview. Supporting Cassie was the sole reason he testified. It was not about taking sides in the broader legal fight. For Cudi, it was about standing by someone he cared for. He said he loved her and wanted to see her thrive. That, and nothing else, brought him into that courtroom. His reluctance remained, but his loyalty won out.
DAMNING ALLEGATIONS AGAINST DIDDY
Cudi did not just show up quietly. On the stand, he made serious claims about Diddy’s behavior toward Cassie. He testified that Combs was abusive during their relationship. He also alleged that Combs broke into his house while he was dating Cassie. Another claim was even more shocking, that Combs set fire to his Porsche after their split. These were statements delivered under oath in full view of the court.
The trial itself was already headline-grabbing. Diddy faced charges of sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation to engage in prostitution. He was found guilty on two counts related to the latter charge. The jury acquitted him on the others. The verdict came after weeks of explosive testimony from multiple witnesses. Cudi’s appearance added another layer to the public drama surrounding the case.
His testimony painted a picture of personal stakes. This was not just a legal matter, it was about lived experiences. By taking the stand, Cudi put himself in the middle of a storm. The details he shared were not hearsay but claims he connected directly to his own life. For a man who wanted to stay far from the courtroom, the words carried weight.
LOYALTY OVER COMFORT
In the end, Cudi said the decision came down to friendship. “I just was there to support her,” he told the podcast audience. His words showed a man conflicted but committed. He did not want to testify, but he wanted to hold homegirl down and look out for her. That meant putting himself in a situation he found uncomfortable and exhausting.
He admitted the experience was emotionally taxing. The trial was not his fight, but he became a part of it. Each question, each moment on the stand, was something he would have preferred to avoid. Still, he stayed seated, speaking his truth when asked. For him, it was about being present for Cassie in a moment that mattered.
Cudi left no doubt about his opinion of the process. He said he despised the entire experience. But the chance to support Cassie outweighed his own discomfort. That was the balance he struck, one that left him drained but at peace with his choice.