The Genius Of: Frank Ocean

THE DEFIANT ARTIST, Frank Ocean, arrives once in a blue moon to shake up the media. His experimental approach validated the ears of listeners, becoming a representative of transforming alternative R&B but the commercial domain of this artists career is intentional given it notably lacks when pared to counterparts who’ve featured him. Nevertheless, his presence is highly anticipated when your favorite artist releases a project and that’s because Frank Ocean brings more to the table than cookie cutter hit singles.
In a descriptive video essay I review Frank Ocean's discography in areas I find important, such as: audio production, marketing strategies, social status, personality and much more. In this biography I compose my opinions from facts along with elements of humor and satisfaction, justifying the reasons I find him a genius.
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00:00 - INTRO
02:00 - BACKSTORY (THE OCEAN THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING)
05:11 - THE COME UP (AND THE SEA OF OPPORTUNITIES)
07:32 - NOSTALGIA, ULTRA. (THE BREAKOUT OF FRANK OCEAN)
09:20 - CELEBRITY TREATMENT (THE BIRTH OF A NEW WAVE)
13:51 - THE LETTER (AN APPROACH TO IDENTITY)
17:48 - INDUSTRY CORRUPTION (AND THE MASTERPLAN TO CONTROL TIDES)
19:46 - BLONDE (THE INDUSTRY FINESSE OF THE CENTURY)
22:40 - CONCLUSION
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For more information on this artist here are several links -
Frank Ocean Attending College
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Frank Ocean’s Grammy Performance
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Grammy Producers Respond to Frank Ocean Criticism
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This video essay was made for entertainment and informal purposes but most importantly out of respect for Frank Ocean as an artist and person. The following video is not monetized due to ownership of music and footage shown. Some videos and footage shown in this video are not owned by me.
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[@avalon917]

How could you not mention his brother…. 😔

[@daniel-eason]

I was until I realized Frank didn't speak much on his passing. I'd only assume for intentional and personal reasons so out of respect I didn't mention him. However, I did put him in the backstory section of the video when they were toddlers

[@trip2belize]

@@daniel-eason aye you a real one.. glad to be here

[@lilstooder4126]

@Avnooiro Singh i

[@christiansantamaria7233]

sure@@daniel-eason

[@Spike-mr8wb]

Imagine your dad leaving only for him to come back years later just to sue you

[@Gary._.Crawford]

♾🖤🐺🤍♾

[@mellcxny]

That's a terrible dad.

[@Ren-ev5rh]

It's funny cause it's really not uncommon for ppl who become famous and hat an absent father. Assholes

[@ChristianQueue]

Goes to show that it was probably for the best that he left him as a kid, Frank had an actual “Man” to look up to (grandpa) rather than his “dad”

[@saeedasafeen5516]

@@Ren-ev5rh true. even when tupac died his absent father managed to get some money of his royalties even though he never raised him

[@lordyylordy985]

despite Frank having basically no presence online beside his music, i still somehow feel like i know him on a personal level. he is truly a generational artist we will remember forever

[@qoladipo5754]

He’s surprisingly more active recently on his instagram. He’s basically using his story as a blog. He seems to be doing wel :).

[@xjpnfanx]

He's active on tumblr

[@zainabm2007]

@@xjpnfanx what's his Tumblr ??

[@bluego7601]

wlr is more personal for me

[@salem2513]

this

[@raazeux9999]

The beat switches of Pyramids & Nights, just transcends the listener to another parallel universe 🦋🎐.

[@jlp4202vF]

Ong

[@daniel-eason]

Agreed.

[@mvpshorts5880]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@stephanie6397]

Motherfucking facts

[@lee2devious888]

Broo please listen to “Dear April” I promise it’ll hit different

[@Key-gx2px]

When frank oceans album blonde first came out I didn’t listen to it Idk why and I love frank. A couple years later I was going through a lot and one of his songs came in my suggestions. I played it and ended up listening to the whole album by accident and it was a great emotional experience. I’m glad Frank is back posting after the passing of his brother, hopefully we get more music from him.

[@klinerd6945]

My first listen of blonde was 2 and half years ago. I was dealing with a lot and I was pretty depressed. Blonde literally saved me, and I think it will stay my favorite album for my whole life. 2 and a half years later this album has aged beautifully for me and is still just as good.

[@Key-gx2px]

@@klinerd6945 yeah I totally feel the same . It’s crazy how much music can have a huge impact on your life

[@Viss27]

I was struggling with depression and it’s funny how I came to listen to frank ocean. It was through GTA that I first heard nights and it helped me tremendously. Ended up listening to Blonde ever since and I still can’t get tired of it.

[@Key-gx2px]

@@Viss27 yeaaah we definitely share the same experience cause that’s what happened to me. Hope your doing better 🤍

[@saswathgopan1543]

Wow. Thats crazy i had a similar situation with motm and i loved cudi. But just his new stuff and all that. Good albums really come at the perfect time in our lives

[@zan.4870]

“Regardless of what the suicidal singer says” had me dead. No pun intended. I hope that’s not offensive.

[@ivana3560]

It’s funny because it can definitely be taken out of context.

[@Superficial-Intellectual]

Your comment killed me-your punny reaction to his unintentional pun makes it funny 😆

[@nineteenct]

The baby picture with him and Ryan got me a lil emotional RIP

[@hendrikmsp1430]

that's not Ryan, there was a 10+ years age difference inbetween

[@jennyneon]

Blonde is one of the best albums... of all time. Literally. The mood change between Nights at exactly 30 minutes into the album, Futura Free & a ‘light yearʼ at 9:24, a light year is 9:24 trillions long (if I remember correctly lol). Frank Oceanʼs just a pure musical genius & I'm very happy that heʼs doing other moves outside of music.

[@blizziboitv]

Honestly

[@joelasofia8764]

i personally prefer channel orange

[@kylatokki22]

That’s interesting… a light year is 9.461 x 10^12 km long, so I wonder what significance the 9.24 holds. No disrespect, I’m just curious

[@jennyneon]

@@kylatokki22 Futura Free is the final song of Blonde, which is 9:24 minutes long. The last words said in Futura Free are ‘How far is a light year?ʼ A light year is 9.461 × 10^12, like you said. Which is 9:24 trillions long, that's one of the reasons why Frank is a genius.

[@RoganClipVaultYT]

@@jennyneon what does “trillion long” mean lmao. Like i know what frank was trying to do but you’re making no sense

[@andrewb.7917]

I would actually love one on Pharrell. Dude played a big part in mainstream pop but also helped trail the way of alternative hip hop at the same time.

[@KICK839]

Oh he is great

[@eriqriego8978]

I don't know if it's the same for every other fan but his music literally saved me.

[@scornonthecob5375]

Oh absolutely same for me. I don’t know if it’s every fan, but given his coming out and more emotional songs, I think a good portion of queer people have a very strong attachment to his stuff. Maybe that’s just me tho lmao

[@oskargraae8573]

@@scornonthecob5375 not just you

[@blonded7]

same for me. his lyrics his music and just himself help me to wake up everyday

[@bellabooboo]

His music saved my life

[@kamsyanyachebelu1613]

Same

[@elisazouza]

the thing that makes me love frank ocean is how emotional and private he is, he's a big figure in my life becos his music has helped me through living in a toxic environment and i respect his privacy and hope i can see him live or bump into him one day. i love how he's in the spotlight but not IN THE SPOTLIGHT

[@djchoradeira5017]

"the newly found fortune frank found himself flourishing in" bars af

[@henryozmun250]

Bro this guy is crazy. His ability to explain, research, break down, and so thoroughly understand the allegorical meaning of entire albums is actually unmatched

[@elisazouza]

rest in peace his lil brother :(((

[@Chiiip420]

Honestly can't listen to blonde without crying

[@grandisDom]

Watching videos about the genius of musicians but I want to acknowledge the genius that is you, Daniel Eason. As a writer, a creator, a thinker , a story teller. The intentionality behind the work and the attention and care given to your video essays. You too are showing us that you can make things happen for yourself with commitment to your gifts and passions. Thank you

[@daniel-eason]

This is the inspiration I needed to keep going!! Thank you 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@ABELXDAYA]

Amazingly put together essay as always, make one on Tyler, The Creator 🙏

[@openhouseproductionss]

Would make a nice follow up tbh

[@tlamelangmasemola]

Check out j Aubrey's video, it's really good

[@pololee-james8347]

Yes please

[@calypso8306]

We need this please

[@katiesays]

This is one of the best videos on Frank. Well done! I know he’s a super private person, but I’d love to see him sit down with that guy from hot ones. In the very, very few interviews I’ve seen, he gets asked stupid, generic questions. That “what do you want people to know about you as an artist” part made me think of that.

[@phumlandimande6309]

YEEEEEEESSSS! Sean Evans from Hot Ones. I would love that!

[@user-xf6px4nu2i]

I really like watching this when I’m going to sleep cause frank heals everything

[@sungod.nasty1]

The universe made no mistakes when it created Frank Ocean. Everything was sculpted perfectly

[@a.ffirmative]

It's crazy how you mentioned frank's work not being immediately listenable. That's what happened to me. I thought his music was trash and basic at first. But i don't know why, i just kept going back listening to it. Then i heard Nikes. And it was transformative.

[@bludborne]

Frank Ocean is undoubtedly one of the most talented artist of our generation. Can’t believe “Blonde” is now 5 years old astounds me. And chanel ORANGE is nearly 10 years old, I remember in 2016 listening to this during the night and just thinking of how good this music really is. I’m honored to of listened to Frank’s music! 💜

[@vasoline5811]

w for the bends pfp, check out his fake plastic trees cover!

[@siritilja4561]

I found Frank when I was 13, and i´ll be honest, my English was trash and I had no idea what his songs meant. But I´m so thankful that my friend, that disappeared and I no longer have contact with, showed me Frank and therefore helped me figure out who I was. Who I am. Now that I´m nearly 18 I realize what his music is actually about, the truth. Hidden in metaphores so that those who don´t know, can´t understand. Becuse it´s like that all the time, if you haven´t experienced something, you can´t relate to someone who has. I think, in order for someone to enjoy Franks prodigy you have to dig deeper, feel the music and what it means to you. You can´t listen to Blond if you´re not in the right mindset. Dig deeper guys, dig deeper...

[@trip2belize]

beautiful shit man.

[@pratikchakraborty6354]

waht happened to ur friend?

[@AKIRUH]

frank ocean is one of the few musicians who doesnt need to drop an album to stay relevant, its amazing!

[@dmcl7717]

"no matter what the suicidal singer says" that got me😭😭😭😭. great video man

[@jjjjjjj111]

this is why i love frank so much. had the biggest finesse in the music industry, opened the gates to many artists just like himself, and perfects his craft to the t.

[@4urmind677]

Bad timing for this video to appear on my KZbin home page )-:

[@Topidoit]

His music really isn't for you until you need it.

[@tylerrobinson755]

i first heard blonde in late 2019. it took over my life in a way i never expected. then early 2020 i heard super rich kids from channel orange. and i loved it. then the whole album. just a masterpiece. then finally nostalgia ultra. and even still i cannot rank them on which i enjoy the most

[@Georgypig565]

I listened to frank ocean a lot in high school but when I hear it now all I can think about is college and how I was completely in peace whenever it played.

[@berfin1151]

same :’)

[@earth2fatima578]

frank honestly is my favorite artist, every single song is made with so much soul and it makes me feel like i’m floating. I love how he’s not on the internet and a very quiet artist. makes him more mysterious and when he drops music it’s a shock for everyone. his style is different and speakers for the majority of us.

[@soniajohnson6308]

They signed him as a solo artist, but the plot was to use him as a writer

[@sikoo31]

My top 2 artists are Kendrick and Frank Ocean and I feel that says a lot about Frank Ocean, given that Kendrick has released so much music. As much as I love To pimp a butterfly, dam, big steppers and MAAD, Blond is my favorite album. I discovered it right after a break up and didn't even like it on the first listen. But idk man, something just clicked and I was hooked. I can listen to it on repeat and sing along to every song for hours and hours and just stay in my feelings. It's just a magical album.

[@thienphuchuynh8378]

one of the most beautiful albums of all time imo

[@yara7562]

same, you need to listen a few times and then it hits you

[@Elmas_Chingon]

Pink + White in particular is an amazing song.

[@drazzytime9353]

Anyone ever think about how Hls Album Blonde is sometimes called Blond on certain streaming services. I think he did that on purpose because Blonde and Blond are both feminine and Masculine versions of the same word. (Similiar to how languages like french and Latin are Gendered Languages) and Frank Ocean is Bi sexual. Pure genius.

[@Ingrid-qy1gc]

I came aross channel orange in 2012, i still don't know how, but i loved it instantly. And not how i enjoyed other artists and their albums, i truly loved that album deeply. I still do. I think it's the way you feel it, how you feel the songs. You don't just listen to them, you know? It's the best album to listen to when you're in the backseat of the car with headphones on, or on long bus ride in the rain.

[@realrealest4366]

the first time i listened to him i was like "what the hell is this?" but i slowly gave him a chance and now i'm in love with music. frank changed my music taste for the better.

[@isaiahriderbalais5803]

I Thank God for Frank Ocean really, i mean if it wasn't for him i would go thru a lotta bad times not listening to his masterpiece especially Blonde. I didn't know anything about him back then I just got the time to listen by accidentally to one of his songs particularly in that album (blonde), first was as I remember self control or ivy idk i forgot it lol and now I didn't expect that I would love the whole album like every time I listen to it it feels like the very first time I actually play the songs in that album. It helped me especially in my post-break up, it made me feel sad as f*ck but whole at the same time like there's so many realizations in my life. Now I can tell he's one of the artist that made me feel inspire and see things differently.

[@elizabethcastello7400]

I'm so happy I've come across your content! Thank you for this video, can't wait to binge the rest

[@zakithitwala2203]

I Love and Respect Frank so much. I wish him all the best. May he get everything he has ever dreamt of.

[@qtypical]

you must've been digging for hours upon hours looking for that gold M3 clip

[@daniel-eason]

😭😭😭 You have no idea...

[@scottiestorch852]

Frank birthed a whole generation of singers 🐐

[@andrewgomez9893]

i’m so happy you made this thank you so much for listening to your fans !

[@army-lk6zv]

Do more coz this series is so inspirational. ..your breakdowns are really really good

[@mizurily]

Man this is one of the best short docs I've ever seen. Ever

[@TheSktch]

Tyler's reaction at 10:00 😂😂😂 He knew it wasn't coming out anytime soon.

[@hawahhh5060]

I cant describe the love i have for this man 🥺

[@hxssan27]

I had just gone down a Frank Ocean rabbit hole (damn you, nostalgia) when I managed to stumble across this video. Boy am I happy I did, this is some great quality bro.

[@Bastti]

I was waiting for this, incredible series 🤍

[@renzasamson7822]

I really really love your videos, you can see that there is so much work put into the video and I really appreciate it. Keep making these!!! Love from the Netherlands 💕

[@anabellepartida8170]

I remember sitting in my room with my older sister when I was just in 3rd grade and she was playing thinkin bout you. This was the first song I listened to by frank, and something about it just touched me differently, for a while after that I remember just kinda forgetting about frank until the begging of middle school when I really stared listening to him, and it had been years after his albums released. I thinks this shows how much of an impact his songs have on people, because even thought they were written years ago the songs are still being listened to. I will always a listen to his songs like it’s my last time hearing them. I’m now a freshman in high school and he is my all time favorite artist

[@adadenizaplak5620]

this video by itself is a straight classic. the way you use the beat switch when explaining how he changed his name was beautiful

[@glizzyinthecity]

im backk and I just watched ALL the videos. You give us deeper knowledge about the artist and your ability to keep us engaged throughout the ENTIRE video is dope. Great work Daniel. Pleaseeee keep posting!!!!

[@hazelblack3305]

I love your videos, I was praying that you continued posting thanks for your hard work this is so relaxing to watch while working !!

[@nottmateen9252]

I’m amazed there’s 26 mins worth of frank pic on da net 😭

[@hellothere139]

From the editing style to the commentary I proper love this video. Definitely subscribing. I love frank’s music n knew the story but it’s great to see it beautifully pieced together. Thanks for creating this video :)

[@jazz6065]

OMGGGG just finished and I actually really loved it. I also smiled a lot during Tyler's parts!

[@yvsh]

I got into his music when I randomly came across "In my room" on spotify, and was immediately hooked. Since then, I've listened to all his songs and love them more and more upon each listening. Thanks for this video, it was really well made, subbed :)

[@noodlesissoggy]

This guy put immense effort for this almost half an hour craft. Eloquently put every pieces in the most simple yet broad way to narrate Frank's life. Appreciate you bro!!!

[@PITOFLANNN]

The way this video is put together is incredible, thank you for your talent and hard work. Frank ocean is a living legend and definitely my favorite artist so this video makes me very happy

[@weryweird]

You're so underrated, everything about your videos is unique and amazing! Keep up the good work

[@mikrokosmoslps]

I just want to give you a huge thank you for this video, I'm suppoed to have a short presentation about Frank tomorrow and it's been so hard to find info about him that seems valid. The video was also really nice to watch and you have structured it very well which made it not boring to follow along neither complicated so again thank you

[@boigarashi7473]

I really enjoyed this. Daniel's cadence and vocabulary choices made the video so easy to listen to. Almost like he was rapping to the backround music. Fire video man.

[@mepluslofficial]

Was waiting for this, great video 🙌🏾

[@bellabooboo]

I am so grateful I found your channel. This video was amazing. Thank you.

[@mrstesfayexo]

I truly hope that Frank occasionally reads the comment section to videos like these about him. especially times when he's feeling down or bored.... He's really an inspiration to many and his fanbase is very broad and supportive , i know he has to feel the love in some type of way

[@gjcanada7454]

I adore this man whole-heartedly! This was a great video essay! Thanks!

[@timoliviera7715]

Well done again Daniel!! Thank you very much

[@midtiien]

It’s wild how a whole town had to be destroyed by a hurricane for the sole purpose of shaping frank ocean into who he is…world works in crazy ways

[@Andrea-dv9gl]

the passion in his voice really tells me hes not bullshitting anyone with his songs, like idk how to explain it but he just understands what its like to be depressed. same as Kid Cudi IMO

[@layuplokeyy2367]

My favorite Frank Ocean project is Lonny Breaux ❤️ those timeless songs and ever so relating lyrics have left a huge impact in who I am today. I was introduced to it through a dance video to “sucka for love” and have been hooked ever since. I think a lot of artists should take note from Frank ocean, your art can speak for you.

[@dancerbabe02]

Finally!! Someone that talks about the waaaaay back stuff. HE IS MAGIC

[@eternalbliss330]

someone who appreciates sucka for love😭🙏 know better and one look need more love too

[@shekuwow]

I'm here for this Daniel! Love this!

[@highbrednxtus]

Not finished yet but this is already beautifully put together.

[@lilah8580]

Been waiting for this!

[@Jay-uv5xg]

great vid. very well put together. the only thing i would say is that i wish you went more into his magnum opus, blonde. that album really changed my life.

[@aidenwest6874]

This was an amazing video I hope you continue this series because I’d love to see one of Phoebe Bridgers

[@mel-xm1bm]

That video is talented edited, and made. Thanks for doing this, I see the work

[@celinesebastian2565]

YESS i've been waiting for this! frank is one of my all time fav artists. this is an amazing video

[@fabi-mq4fo]

Well put together, I really like the breaks in between

[@nappy6196]

So good. Already one of my favorite channels that does this type of content.

[@user-ok2yb5zi2g]

If I had the money I would donate to your channel. This was a great biography on Christopher/Frank. Our household misses his masterpieces. Wherever he is I hope he is okay. Prayers of positive meditation go out to Frank.

[@luigiearthworm1279]

I admire your editing

[@cheems4946]

I rlly love your videos man!! They are very well made and I really appreciate your efforts and I love these kinds of contents. just a tip tho, make your thumbnails more appealing so that you can attract viewers that you deserve!! Much love man. You're very underated👊♥️

[@glizzyinthecity]

AMAZING!! I love your work 🖤

[@JimmyCoooks]

loving these videos man keep it up

[@paymethanks]

The intro background music is one of my favorite

[@benjostrange]

This video is amazing. Thank you for making this

[@onemillionpercent]

there is NO ONE like him, and that is his power. he is definitely the best exemplar of the series "the genius of", he is of the genius

[@faiRy-2003]

i’m so happy you chose Nikes to play in the intro ❤️!!

[@arieljohnson3693]

just want you to know i love and appreciate this video so much. i was already in love with frank before this video and now it’s over i adore him a million times more

[@ari9183]

Yess I have been waiting for this one!!

[@calebarines2965]

people should listen to the Dissect podcast on spotify, super in-depth analysis of Ocean's blonde. I love Ocean

[@acekye999]

I love this video a lot. Really shows how far Frank has come music wise. Great vid!

[@froozejooze9149]

congratulations in being monetized bro much love from ph

[@jsldb69]

Thank you for this video. Im glad we can all appreciate the genius of Frank Ocean. Your content is awesome, congratulations on well deserved channel growth!

[@Batman__]

I really hope you make it big. Continue doing work like this and you’re gonna grow fast in no time. You make very good content keep it up!!!

[@NikFlicx]

I have to write a 8 page essay on bro, this video was just so helpful. Great video

[@Nomamaesyessi069]

Loved every moment in this video! Huge Frank Ocean fan! 💚🧡🤍 Counting down the days that I finally get to see him in Coachella ! Your videos are illuminating Fans all around and saw in the beginning you had Kevin Parker in the back >.> Maybe next you can make a doc about Kevin Parker Aka Tame Impala 💕

[@angiebarreto804]

bro this videos insanee. put my idols story in perfect words. 🧡

[@hellens.j4005]

manifesting for you to reach millions !!! you deserve it

[@jakobogawa9529]

this is gem! great video man!