Frank Ocean Shares "Summer Remains"

Frank: "just at home fuckin around, no judging." + www.MissDimplez.com
"Right hand to God, left hand holding the jewels, and I'm swearing up and down, I'm cursing out the moon, tide stole my you, these creases in my brow ain't tan lines, saltwater swole my eyes (beachlife), the sun's burning black and blue (on my green eyes), too cold this side of june. It ain't natural. Right hand in yours, left hand holding the juice,when that jungle flower blooms, leave it in the ground, don't try to cut it out, the creases in your brow ain't tan lines, saltwater swole your eyes (beachlife), the sun burned black and blue (on your green eyes), too cold this side of june, it ain't natural. I'll rebel, I'll rebel, but it ain't natural. I take care, I take care, it's just now growing well. I'm no match for you. It's not hard to tell. This isn't doing well, but we're under the palm trees, thinking heaven must be, somewhere under these palm trees, with all the hell we're raising, at least we had the palm trees, to shade us from the ray beams, but not even the palm trees, could save us from the flames, summer remains."

[@Crossover2432]

everytime I see frank in a nonprofessional video I feel like it's some legendary type of shit lmao

[@mazamerid8207]

Cameron Kinney I feel like i'm watching a documentary or a video journal

[@Treysorable]

Cameron Kinney is he not?

[@Thomas-xr8zt]

Although Jay-Z has had his fair share of bad music to be released he earned the right to be considered a legend. He made rapping marketable in ways that weren't done before.

[@Thomas-xr8zt]

John Arundell I am talking about music you look at who Jay Z was before he did all the things that you pointed out (that don't relate to music) you have the man who made albums like reasonable doubt . Jay Z may have had his moments where he didn't live up to the standards many expect for someone with his background. But for an artist to be relevant for three decades says something. I'm not talking about what they media puts out I mean for his music. In the 90s people wanted lyrics and he gave them that 2000s hip hop started become mainstream and more pop influenced so he made albums that would reflect the change and sell #1 records. And in the 2010s people wanted Jay to stop bullshitting and he made 4:44 an album that was actually personal not him just shitting on the listener but him being open and giving us a side we thought we'd never see. Look at the influence he's had on artists from every genre. I get you don't like him but please learn to appreciate every form of music. Every artist has bad albums but let's not act like some artist wouldn't kill to be in that position and still have the ability to bounce back and still sell records.

[@ashleyravenstinson2244]

Because it is.

[@InItGoes]

I'm lucky enough to have an aunt that lives in the same condo as him. I got to see him a few weeks ago when he was first moving in and that was one of the questions I asked him. he says he get's his inspiration from the people and things he loves around him and that's the only thing you should need to keep you inspired. he's a true musician if you ask me

[@bhoujee]

send the addy

[@jamesfurfaro455]

@@bhoujee Even if you had his addy, you wouldn't be able to find him. Frank prolly disappears like the invisible man whenever someone is within 20 metres of him.

[@gracebrb]

bhoujee megan plus it was 7 years ago

[@gracebrb]

bhoujee megan lol yeah

[@aceu186]

@@bhoujee yeah + this was like 7yrs ago lmao

[@MarvFitBikesKicks]

imagine being his neighbor, i wouldn't even be mad

[@misikir7862]

Same shit I was thinking mayn😂

[@RashadBranch1]

i can't even see a studio version being better than this, its too perfect. I don't want nothing to mess it up lol

[@Saskiequelle]

+Rashad Branch Thats every music producer fear.

[@shawnm.hendricks1678]

Rip

[@edgariva12]

Shawn M. Hendricks lmaoooooo still waiting

[@yahiralcantara9694]

Chappelle Branch fam it’s been 4 yrs

[@hello5344]

@@yahiralcantara9694 6 💀

[@larson8232]

He's a golden boy, a very rare talented musician who only appears once every 2 decades. We're very lucky to be able to see him perform and make music

[@johnarundell7951]

Time has proven this comment to be true.

[@hello5344]

@@johnarundell7951 trust me wtf

[@jali1107]

How did you know he was like this 8 years ago??

[@artispainbro9844]

@@jali1107 i think what he meant is that he's a rare talent

[@bobbysparks6124]

still true

[@benh7506]

His songwriting ability is legendary

[@A.K.A.ME.]

Ay no question the song sounds beautiful and he is a good songwriter normally but have you read the lyrics of this song. Do you know what the fuck he's singing about? It sounds like he took Half of the word from the urban dictionary and made a song to it. Ain't no disrespected to frank bout lyrics wise this song is not it. Still listen to this song every day doo.

[@billythekidd-go3hv]

@@A.K.A.ME. You're a fool. If you don't appreciate his beautifully poetic lyricism then you simply don't know any better.

[@A.K.A.ME.]

@@billythekidd-go3hv wow ok crazy. I made this comment a while ago I definitely don't feel that way anymore. Lyrics have a meaning to the writer if I don't get it it's my bad not his . Second I feel like songs have a purpose beyond every logical argument and frank ocean is a good example for it . Have a nice day

[@ijayuh1444]

@@A.K.A.ME. you love to see it

[@akumicobain]

Ridiculous man

[@WoahxItsxShaye]

every time I forget why I fell in a deep infatuation with this man I just watch this video and I end up remember all over again. Frank is music, Frank is infinite.

[@davidbustillos7351]

Shaye agreed!

[@timdryes7678]

I like your face.

[@dekexz19]

Frank is endless.

[@thythyyyy]

@@timdryes7678 📸🤨

[@Ayrielmartin_]

How are youuu? It’s been 10 yrs

[@bangorang1x5th]

Dude could release an a cappella record and I would spin it all day!

[@skylinev1-76]

real music.....❤❤

[@GodsWon]

2023 and this song still speaks to me. finally understanding the lyrics and realizing why this song resonates with so many of us on such a personal level. may God bless Frank and use him for his glory!

[@PrettyLiddoMama97]

Still listening in 2024!

[@dominiquebrown8542]

I love where he can't remember the lyrics, and sings that part again. I think that part just makes the whole song. His talent really shows in this song. His voice is beautiful and breathtaking. :)

[@LivingChampion]

Dominique Brown a craftsman honing his craft no doubt..he & Andre 3xs are my favorite artists for this reason👏🏽

[@ZoeTheKage]

the best song I've ever heard in my life

[@DaiyaanWinston]

A major, E major, F#m, Dm,

[@aceu186]

What about at the “don’t try to cut it out”

[@nuradilahsofiya8235]

summer remains and this remains to be the most important song to me.

[@idkcutno7276]

Why do I keep on waiting for him to just transition to a bootleg version of Godspeed

[@DankMaster-rd4fq]

I come here every day almost. I luv frankkie

[@johnarundell7951]

Actual lyrics as sung here by Frank : My right hand, hand to God Left hand holding the jewels (sorry) (um) Left hand holding the jewels (um, forgot the words) My right hand to God Left hand holding the jewels (damn) (oh yeah) My right hand to God Left hand holding the jewels And I'm swearing up and down The tide stole my youth The creases in my brow ain't tan lines Saltwater swollen my eyes The sun burned me black and blue Too cold this side of June (yeah) And it ain't natural Right hand in yours Left hand holding the jewels Oh when that jungle flower blooms You better leave it in the ground Don't try to cut it out The creases in your brow ain't tan lines Saltwater swollen my eyes The sun burns you black and blue on your green eyes Too cold this side of June And that ain't natural I rebel, I rebel But this ain't natural I'll take care, I'll take care But this ain't going well I'm no match for you This isn't hard to tell That it ain't going well When we're under the palm trees Thinking heaven must be Somewhere under these palm trees With all the hell we're raising At least we had the palm trees To save us from the ray beams But not even the palm trees Could save us from the flames Summer remains Oooh Oh summer remains Oh yeah summer remains Summer remains (yeah) Various other obvious mistakes in these lyrics, which appear to have been pasted from another rendition .. > Frank doesn't sing the moon line at all > the tide stole my you? What? Obviously 'youth' > swole is not a word, 'swollen' is the past tense of swell > never says beachlife > left hand holding the juice? What? Frank sings 'jewels' every time > black and blue lines are both wrong and he only sings 'green eyes' once > Frank clearly sings 'save us' not shade us from the ray beams That's about it. Great song. Pure talent. I can die happy if I ever hear Frank sing it live :)

[@yahstino]

John Arundell "shade us" would make a lot more sense though

[@truefunksoul8638]

Saif I really hope you're joking man :/ Frank is saying his left hand is holding the jewels as in 'crown jewels' meaning his nuts, while his right hand is to God (meaning he's telling the truth or testifying) at the same time. Nothing to do with 'God' per se, and most definitely nothing to do with race.

[@truefunksoul8638]

"it's word play" no shit Sherlock

[@alexn8139]

Oh yeah

[@10nsolly]

How he says "green eyes" makes me melt into a puddle. Still my favorite Frank song. This exact version. So raw and stripped back and straight from his heart. Insanely beautiful.

[@marcmartinez9287]

i couldnt agree. that part just destroys me in a beautiful way

[@desmondwilson799]

Such a beautifully written piece. I can feel the emotion in his voice. Real Human Music

[@amrithsanthosh2351]

Real human music lol

[@InItGoes]

one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard.

[@bm-wbybayamassamba-wa4664]

still no release and i am still haunting by this snippet for 5 years

[@gogreen880]

this song feels like a hug from the person you miss the most after you've been crying for hours

[@kikobao5103]

imagine being his neighbor and hearing this at night 😭🥺

[@sagetaluy7800]

My favorite frank ocean song

[@ashleykodjo7691]

He’s so talented I miss him and I wish him the best :(

[@maayansorani]

This song couldn't get anymore perfect. I love the details where he checks the words and the ending when he presses random keys on the piano. Voice of an angel. This song speaks to my soul on a whole nother level.

[@brooklynyoung1188]

His voice in this alone is making me sobbbbb

[@ashleyfordyce9659]

Wow 10 years. Time really files

[@Nicole-fc1sv]

This song is amazing, and he's THE cutest at the beginning😭

[@whoJulez]

FRANK PLEASE RECORD A STUDIO VERSION PLEASE

[@armenmichael1250]

He probably has like 10 different studio versions of this...we'll just never get to hear them :'(

[@JoseTheBa3]

Do you have a link to the studio version?

[@JesselAlejo]

I feel an overwhelming amount of sorrow for Frank, he is a beautiful soul.

[@penumbrasuan6243]

I’ve searched for this video for the longest time I’m literally crying

[@asphyxious4605]

This song calms me when I get overwhelmed by everything.

[@HaydenMassey]

1:54 has to be one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever heard

[@audiocityboys]

a poet masked as an R&B artist...this is music based on knowledge, self expression, and creative license..much to what Stevie Wonder and Prince did in their day...and has that Emo Coldplay Rock, Singer songwriter influence. I am so excited that fans appreciate him because what he does is harder than a you so sexy song...Kudos Frank

[@pinkmatter8488]

Well.

[@whoisant9916]

2020 WE STILL HERE ?

[@lloydsnell7471]

ayo

[@dariobeltran1310]

most iconic” oh ya ya”

[@twinhalcyon]

Anyone else keep coming back to this video? Damn, dude's gotta drop a studio version. Also can any musicians out there tab what he's playing on the wurlitzer?

[@Gibsonnlsn]

the neighbours couldn't even know that a legend was borning just around the wall

[@Gibsonnlsn]

@Yellow lia 4 sure i would too

[@WhosBreezyUK]

i love this guy man

[@kimoraandrea1987]

I'm just now discovering this and i'm astonished i love him, he's so beautiful

[@crystalb.7797]

in love with this man.

[@md444my]

I watch this anytime I feel like shit and I either am filled with joy that God blessed us with Frank or cry at how beautiful this song/man is.

[@WavyOso24]

Years have passed and I’m still here

[@IzuDubs]

these lyrics man. such beautiful songwriting like I could see everything he described clearly in my head.

[@denzelcovena9462]

this is beautiful

[@kendragibson7387]

This song is beautiful to me 😇 it makes me teary eyed but he should make a studio version ... he needs to come back and make new music 😢 I love hearing his voice , so amazing . Anyone agree ? 😝💕💕

[@appleby8436]

this has been on loop the last three days of quarantine

[@chadgarganta7989]

I'm blessed to have listened to this song and that it is still available for me to hear 🙏

[@carellelol]

reminds me of a simpler time. ❤️‍🩹

[@wesleyjansen6019]

I am sobbing

[@benchthebench1741]

STUDIO VERSION THIS IS SO BEAUTIFUL PLEASEE

[@jesser6229]

tight asf

[@wangson]

As a very amateur musician, I can tell fans of this song that if you'd care to learn how to play it, and you'd like to play it yourself? My goodness is it ever simple!!! As a man who can't sing very well at all, I can tell you that what he's doing with his voice is FAR more difficult!!! A fine voice combined with extremely simple piano chords can clearly, cut the mustard.

[@lialia2268]

His real fans know how to play this song lol. I’ve made a whole verse to it. We know it’s not hard

[@Blannkss]

This was beautiful

[@toshahartzog3665]

How am I just now hearing this?!?! 😍 love! Oh how I miss and love Frank. And it was beautiful seeing him forget the words for some reason.

[@kevingray2768]

Now this is what I call a break up song! Thanks, Frank!

[@anthonycruz1205]

His voice is deep af and he can sing really high that’s dope 🔥

[@artispainbro9844]

only heard this once on twitter when the dear April was circling around in 2019. so beautiful frankie

[@loowanaofficial]

Man this is freaking golden. Inspiring, sentimental artist

[@crysss1453]

I’m Still Here For It ❤️

[@223muey]

This man will forever have my heart everything he does brings me to tears

[@dsheff7705]

THIS IS ONE OF THE RAREST VIEWS OF FRANK WE WILL EVER GET TO BARE WITNESS TO! EVER!

[@kinmac2652]

Hi, I’m Kin, I don’t know who you are, but you helped change my life for the better. Thank you!

[@10nsolly]

still here frank. waiting for this album to save me from my sins. pls hurry fronk

[@10nsolly]

+NickSolly lmao still waiting

[@dreadhead2317]

Still waiting?😂

[@zaneallsopp1514]

Fronk plz

[@fleshyspeakers]

it was all worth it

[@Scilla_Sage]

still waiting for u fronk

[@kabakakali]

I rebel I rebel

[@giomig86]

This song is not a break up song its about a forbidden relationship be it homosexual, racial or religious.

[@ryleekomaeda6486]

this got to be one of his best songs

[@ameliabudnah9787]

[Verse 1] My right hand to God Left hand holding the jewels And I'm swearing up and down The tide stole my youth The creases in my brow ain't tan lines Saltwater swole my eyes The sun burnt me black and blue Too cold this side of June [Refrain 1] It ain't natural [Verse 2] Right hand in yours Left hand holding the jewels When that jungle flower blooms Better leave it in the ground Don't try to cut it out The creases in your brow ain't tan lines Saltwater swole my eyes The sun burnt you black and blue on your green eyes Too cold this side of June [Refrain 2] That ain't natural [Bridge] I'll rebel, I'll rebel But this ain't natural I'll take care, I'll take care If this ain't going well I'm no match for you This isn't hard to tell That it ain't going well [Verse 3] When we're under the palm trees Thinking heaven must be Somewhere under these palm trees With all the hell we're raising At least we had the palm trees To save us from the ray beams But not even the palm trees Could save us from the flames Summer remains, ooh Oh, summer remains Oh yeah, summer remains Summer remains

[@Notic3]

YOU GOTTA LOVE THIS DUDE......HE'S A MUSICAL BREATH OF FRESH AIR

[@m1cah]

a gift from the sky

[@thatmandoguy]

really would be nice to hear this on his new album when it hits. I miss Frank man.

[@JasonTopo]

Why am I crying in the club right now?

[@johnarundell7951]

Why are you copying other people's comments verbatim? This is not a 'club' song by the way, it's pretty much the exact opposite of a song, production (or lack thereof) and performance which you might hear in any club at any time ever. Apart from that your comment was great and really deserved those 7 likes :) keep up the good plagiarism!

[@__yanna__9477]

@ᕼᗴᒪᒪO Tᕼᗴᖇᗴシ LMAOOOO FR MANS CHOSE VIOLENCE FOR NO REASON😭

[@charlieib8033]

dont think theres anything better than frank.. & i swear im speaking from my soul fam

[@junemichaels942]

just had a mental breakdown to this song

[@riverscott5599]

YUP

[@loucascodallo4652]

One of the greatest pieces of modern art

[@humanuponearth]

Absolutely.

[@IndiaMarie94]

He's such a beautiful human being... So raw & just the epitome of perfection! Love you frank

[@zacht1376]

He has a soulful voice similar to Ray Charles

[@lucianohairston-gomes6638]

Dis boy went crazy!

[@lydiajohnson3852]

Wow.

[@andrepunzalan496]

This would go so perfectly with Moonlight

[@barbedwireeater]

damn this is good

[@Ty_Millionaire]

To me, this song talks about two people who've grown old together in what they consider paradise somewhere on the beach. They've been together for quite sometime, but never truly loved each other. This paradise is the only thing holding them together, but it still doesn't hide their disinterest for each other.

[@WoahxItsxShaye]

I don't know what it is about Frank that differs from all of the other artists out right now, but he speaks to my soul. His lyrics actually mean something. He tells stories as he sings his heart out. Man I love me some Mr. Ocean. Plus it's hella cute when he can't remember the words. :3

[@ItsSVO]

He writes music because he wants to and not because he has to or to earn riches. It’s pure.

[@nightfighter7452]

​@@ItsSVO what's really ironic is that he admits in one of his interviews that he only started writing because he knew being in the industry could possibly make him rich one day💀💀💀

[@ItsSVO]

@@nightfighter7452 where is this interview? I’d prefer to see the whole interview to get the context, considering people’s favourite thing to do these days is quote things without the important context. For example, he could’ve been being sarcastic when saying what you’re claiming.

[@skylinev1-76]

if i had Franks Voice... ❤❤🎨🎨🎧🎧🎺🎺

[@silverblue008]

this song makes perfect sense now

[@verasdevil1]

I SHED TEARS

[@mikeystclairtoronto]

Heaven.

[@Chi.Stoner]

I miss him so much…

[@jamesconnelly4354]

He's playing on a Wurlitzer. My church has one lol

[@mariahholliday1531]

his voice is so.. so.. raw and i love it. i love him.

[@RayMiguel98]

So i dont know why... but for some reason I just heard this song for the first time like a few days ago.. and I can't stop singing it, i love this song. This and Memrise are two of my favorite songs of his, up there with Wither and Crack Rock.

[@Queenmadame]

Anyone who has ever had a summer fling can relate to this song. Even though you knew your time was limited, that summer felt like an eternity. Thank you Frank, because of you I know have the perfect words to coincide with those feelings.

[@nightfighter7452]

Damn my childhood was ass💀

[@crystalb.7797]

lord save me god. this is beautiful

[@kristalrivers714]

I love this song. This should be released exactly like this!!!!

[@Chi.Stoner]

I remember I ripped this from KZbin and put it on my MP3 player. #nostalgia

[@KO-ss1kl]

Who came back to this in 2020?

[@falcondorf]

Love the way he just mashes the keyboard at the end. 😆 3:06

[@pande6824]

Simply beautiful. Such a great artist.

[@timothy9734]

Truly touching song! 😢