From rapid guitar notes to dreamy synths and a drum beat, “Nights” divides itself into two different songs as well as splitting the album into two halves, since the beat switch is exactly halfway through the album. However, halfway through the song, it transitions into a cosmic beat switch that could possibly make you levitate. The song starts off with a guitar driven rap about the tedious grind of a 9 to 5 job. In “Nights,” Frank Ocean creates one of the most musically unique soundscapes in recent history. Simply put, Frank is highlighting how technology can ruin our relationships. He talks about how there shouldn’t be a need for her to be on his Facebook because he sees her every day and has valuable face-to-face connections. In “Facebook Story,” a man tells the story of how he was dumped by his longtime girlfriend because he didn’t accept her friend request once she got on Facebook. The voicemail is used to symbolize the isolation that one can get from only being able to communicate through modern technology. “Be Yourself” features a mother pleading with her son over voicemail to not do drugs in college and to stay true to what he believes in. On the interlude tracks “Be Yourself” and “Facebook Story,” Frank appeals to two ways that modern society can make us feel lonely. “Pink + White” appeals to the nostalgia of our childhood, the sadness we feel when we think about how happy we were, and how there’s no possible way to reach that youthful joy again. The song is about youth and appreciating people from your past. Not to even mention the subtle Beyoncé vocals on this track (which are angelic). From its swinging orchestral line to its soft acoustic guitar switch halfway through, this song creates an atmosphere unlike any other. Using a Stevie Wonder sample and harmonic layering, Frank Ocean creates a beautifully heartbreaking sensory experience about the pain knowing you’re about to lose the one you love.Ī highlight of the album is “Pink + White,” one of the most sonically pleasing Frank songs. During another track titled “Close To You,” his heartbreaking relationship comes up again. A recurring theme on this album is failed relationships, which makes us think, perhaps THIS particular first love relationship is what has Frank so heartbroken. This is also the letter in which Frank reveals that his first love was a man. Back in 2012, before the release of Frank’s debut album Channel Orange, he released a letter on his Tumblr detailing the first time he felt love. In the next track, “Ivy,” Frank sings about losing a lover through a bitter breakup, and reflects on the mistakes he made in this failed relationship. Obviously, this isn’t very relatable to us broke college students, but still a fire track. But, Frank wants love and doesn’t care to mess with people who don’t like him for him. The track starts off with:Īs a newly established music icon, Frank has to deal with people who want him just for his money. The album starts off with the song “Nikes,” in which Frank discusses the prospects of finding love while famous. What is it about this album that creates such a perfect sense of what it means to be beautifully in love yet so heartbroken at the same time? Let’s dive in. Frank Ocean teased this album back in 2012 and spent 4 years pouring his soul to create the musical embodiment of his vulnerability as a human. You might be thinking “Why does Frank Ocean make me cry so much?” Seriously, can anyone sit through this album without at least some feeling of sadness? If yes, then maybe you should go get your heart checked out.įrank Ocean’s Blonde topped charts with its original release in 2016, and has remained one of the most influential albums of our generation ever since. You’re on your bed listening to some music and next thing you know, you’re on track #7 of Frank Ocean’s Blonde with tears streaming down your face. What’s up JERKs? Anyone been feeling a little sad lately? Well grab that pint of ice cream and get cozy with some blankets because we’re about to dive deep into our bags.
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