where to listen to frank ocean blonde album

And while the pure ecstasy of Frank’s voice transports us to a sunny drive in one of his BMW’s on the coast of California, his masterful songwriting makes it clear we are living in a flawed world. Records such as “Ivy” and “Pink + White” glow in their deep-rooted nostalgia and excel sonically in their stripped-back nature, a quality of Blonde that provides Ocean with a humble spotlight throughout the duration of the album.

Not forcefully, but with a refreshing freedom allowing the listener to either to enjoy the music at face value or break down each word brick by brick.

Lead single and appropriate intro track “Nikes” is filled with socially relevant lines (‘RIP Trayvon, that nigga look just like me’) and commentary on materialism while setting the tone for a project built upon relatable themes, yet delivered by an artist who is unmatched in his ability to command attention.

The enchanting serenity of his voice may be familiar, but Blonde places Ocean on a grander throne of perspective, leaving behind easily accessible records for more abstract stories which tell rich tales of duality and compelling romance existing in many forms. However, those who suspected an album in the same vein as Channel Orange did not have the foresight to predict Ocean’s evolution as an ambitious creative. Quenching the thirst of the masses, a music video for “ Nikes” was quickly followed by Blonde, a 17-track entree with more than enough substance to make up for the years of unfulfilled expectations.

Where to listen to frank ocean blonde album