Why Frank Ocean won't release more music

[@augustushill6188]

It makes total sense. Blonde was a work of staggering genius. If your one is good enough, you only need one. He's a legend in my mind for that album alone.

[@jordanbon]

Honestly, I agree but I still want more 😭

[@east2061]

crazy cuz its not even his best work

[@143ba]

@@east2061 facts i don’t think the people deserve a new album until Nostalgia ultra and endless get their flowers

[@KingBigJules]

@@east2061it is, don’t lie to yourself

[@markodern789]

It’s the opposite - recent songs Frank released show that he really lost his inspiration. Blonde was good, but it was a decline since nostalgia, Ultra - however emotional this album is for you, musically, substance-wise, it’s a decline

[@just-jaden]

I think Frank Ocean is the one of the only ppl that can make a song that makes you cry your whole heart and soul and then on another listen make you feel joyous/happy.

[@ospectrum6274]

There is Kanye too

[@ceefriss]

yeezus - kanye west

[@perinex6905]

@@ospectrum6274my exact thoughts and kid cudi and Tyler

[@vincentekholm1376]

Dont forget Lil pump

[@mickeymoose2583]

That is SO many artists what…

[@Skerocuda]

He set the bar so high with Blonde album that i aint suprised he dont wanna make another album

[@PapadopaulaS]

Was the same with SZA, but with her latest album she proved she could make something of the same level as CTRL

[@willdownes6041]

@@PapadopaulaSbuddy don’t think your reaching the right fanbase here comparing frank ocean to sza

[@rileegarcia437]

@@willdownes6041I thought along with frank SZA also pivoted the alt rnb genre…

[@dyna6448]

​@@willdownes6041I compared it between making impressive albums which are hard to top

[@FitzpatrickSD]

@@dyna6448 a lot of people don't understand analogies. Don't worry.

[@dcarnage9211]

I heard Frank live years ago and I could tell how much his music means to him. Regardless what Frank does I just wish him the best, he is an artist that will always have my respect and I will support whatever venture he chooses!

[@JoeeKickass99]

Where did you see him ?

[@dcarnage9211]

@@JoeeKickass99 Showbox Sodo, downtown Seattle.

[@the_marverak]

Years ago maybe His last live shows were ass tho

[@Bdogdidit]

I WILL NOT SUPPORT GAYS!!!

[@shortkidevan]

“Hope you doin well bruh”

[@ianjames6148]

Was there in the front at Coachella. Haven’t heard a singer sound so raw, so inspiring, and so emotional in a long time, not like that. This man takes his time with his art and it shows. Blonde and Channel Orange are era-defining masterpieces. Time will tell the tale of a man dedicated to his craft who defied all the odds and naysayers. Mark my words.

[@wizardtuga]

People who appreciate Frank Ocean's music should crave for more music. He must not fear failure and we must not fear a dead end. Respecting his decision always. Still want new music tho please

[@C00ki3m0nsta25]

With the way r&b is now we really need our favorits from this time frame 2010 plus.... Frank had a huge part in our life with the channel orange album

[@KNeil779]

I appreciate Frank but he's made his contribution & if he has more to say then let's hear it. If he wants to keep rinsing with the merch that's also legit.

[@eligaming2249]

frank is so mysterious but i love it so much.. he makes amazing songs and i hope one day he drops another album for us! his voice is just so unique and so amazing and his lyrics are phenomenal.

[@Whoosh12345]

I love Frank Ocean's music. His music has been part of the soundtrack of my life through all my milestones. And I felt robbed at his Coachella set. It's still quite fresh in my mind and it's honestly commendable how well his PR team has suppressed how bad the set went. I'm still pretty mad how the festival was topped off after 3 incredible days. And his music was still stuck in my head all night because of my anticipation. Can't help but get it stuck in my head every now and then and I feel that's a testament to his great songwriting/production.

[@Isaac-kf1tc]

sounds like you have a good idea of how Frank Ocean's set should have been. You should help him out by letting him know how he was supposed to perform his music that night. you should also probably help him with making his next batch of music, and make sure he's doing it in a way thats good for you so you don't feel mad or robbed when it comes out

[@Whoosh12345]

@@Isaac-kf1tc spoken like someone who wasn't there. It was a lazy performance. And after seeing the other headliners everyone who attended the festival agreed he had the weakest set. It was messed up to the performers who practiced for his set for months.

[@Isaac-kf1tc]

so would you rather he doesn't perform at all than do what he did?

[@Whoosh12345]

@@Isaac-kf1tc this is obviously hindsight, but personally I wish I didn't see that set. It was one of the worst sets I'd ever seen. I go to a lot of concerts and festivals and he didn't even play his music. He put his recordings on the loud speaker and danced around awkwardly, didn't even sing.

[@Isaac-kf1tc]

@@Whoosh12345 I respect that. But tbh it sounds like you actually weren't there. He did sing the hell out of White Ferrari, Pink + White, Solo, Self Control, Novacaine and especially Godspeed, Bad religion, Night Life and At your Best were beautiful. I mean how can you say he didn't even play his music? It's like you weren't even there... What would you have done differently?

[@danb1618]

Great range of music here. Miles Davis, Brian Wilson, Billy Joel, The Beatles, Steely Dan.. Just watched Pink Floyd and now Frank Ocean. Good stuff! Excellent bio reviews of some legends. Great presentation and analysis ❤️

[@paradise_valley]

Love to see it

[@taribooi3140]

I listen to his music like it just came out

[@AA-qb7ni]

Frank is one of a kind. He's given us so much and has every right to take a step back if that's where he's at.

[@vvsjaiden]

Given us so much?

[@pro-xinyang]

Given so much really?

[@aeoboomin]

bro u guys are fucking zombies 😂😂😂

[@Obscure128]

fell for the title. I got so bummed when I realized that, instead of making a bold statement, this video ended up being yet another wikipedia article synopsis

[@dmetriusmarch]

Thanks for letting me know so i dont waste my time💀

[@SpicyChorizo98]

Didn’t he also suffer a loss a couple years ago. I can’t imagine just how hard it’d be to find motivation.

[@ovrxpsd]

correct. his younger brother who is heard at the end of Futura Free. 😢

[@olib2officialfromroblox949]

@@oxyroid he dont owe you anything though😭

[@summertime_magic]

​@@oxyroidare you even human! holy fuck

[@avimoren0]

@@oxyroidwtf is wrong with you

[@lanifaiyaz]

@@oxyroid until you suffer a loss like this while having so much expected of you from the public, then you can judge, until then, stfu

[@pastense]

I used to listen to Channel Orange on loop all day everyday. It’s almost as if it was meant to be heard that way. What I find extremely annoying from the average music consumer is when they whine over why a certain artist takes so long to release new music. Kendrick, the Pulitzer Prize winner, is another good example. And when they don’t hear anything for a mere two years or so, they’ll say “oh, he/she fell off.” They don’t understand that greatness takes TIME. If you’re a true fan, you’ll wait however long it will take. If not, then go ahead and listen to those mainstream artists who put out albums twice a year. Albums filled with low-quality that you might dig for a few days and then you’re over it. Great music should be timeless and should be able to be enjoyed EVERY SINGLE TIME YOU HEAR IT.

[@143ba]

yeah but we’re not getting another frank album? does great art take that long?

[@pastense]

@@143ba that’s on him. Not on you or anybody else for that matter. He’s not a slave to his art and this industry. That’s why music is recorded. That’s what’s wrong with this generation. It’s all gimme-gimme-gimme with y’all. Just because they stop producing music, you’re just gonna abandon your fandom? I’ve had my favorite artists in the 90s and a lot of them stopped putting out music. And guess what? They’re STILL my favorite artists! Y’all needa get over yourselves smfh…

[@enshen2190]

@@pastense agreed on everything you said except for the generation thing, cause that happens with every generation. It was one of the reasons why in the 60s mainstream artists released a new album every few months

[@pastense]

@@enshen2190 well, like in the reply to the previous commenter, that’s all dependent on the artist (AND their label). I highly doubt folks in the 60s were complaining over artists not rapidly putting out new music. They were enjoying SINGLES for several years after they were out. And it was always like this pretty much before streaming came about. All I’m saying is, I don’t let an artist’s output dictate my fandom for them. There’s no expiration date for the work they did if I’m a fan of their music.

[@gurunhitam3414]

Consumerism toxicizes their mindset of art and makes them miss the point of how beauty is actually made. It triggers their greed and with all of these temptations, it's hard for you to get out of it.

[@empresssk]

Nostalgia, Ultra was a skipless album. I get so agitated when people say they’ve never listened or heard of it. It’s my favorite of his work.

[@gupt_samrat]

where can i listen to it? it aint available on spotify nor apple music

[@Bruh-je7fb]

@@gupt_samratsoundcloud

[@ilikemurdaa]

It’s my wallpaper

[@empresssk]

@@gupt_samrat It’s still on SoundCloud

[@empresssk]

@@ilikemurdaa The album art is dope so why not? 😊

[@Liamm4a]

this beautifully explains frank ocean. also love the use of moon river, i think that song is super underrated.

[@sirkiw1]

I remember in 2019 he release a couple singles that undoubtedly were from a new album, and same thing in beginning of 2020.. then nothing... been waiting ever since, and no trace of it..

[@yeshuarc]

I’m positive the passing of his brother halted the album 😕

[@dariamorgendorffer7813]

Yo! Frank Ocean can take the time he wants. I'm in no rush. I'm already sold. I'm not going everywhere. When you're ready, as long as I'm alive, I'll be there listening.

[@markyouneva7840]

This video can be summed up as Frank Ocean prefers QUALITY over quantity when it comes to his work and that is an amazing thing for an artist to do.

[@endah08]

Why Frank Ocean won't release more music? Let me spend the majority of the video reading Frank's wiki bio. It might sound professional but it's a cop out, this was a 1 minute video stretched to 8.

[@KaiAteTheKids]

8 minute mark for those sweet mid rolls

[@boggy.subtitulos]

He's reached god level after setting TWO cultural milestones with his 2 albums. Tbh I wouldn't ask him for more if he doesn't want to.

[@whitneyhouston1122]

He's reached a high level, yes not God level tho.

[@leodeacprod]

I have a feeling we aren’t gonna ever gonna get any more Frank music, this is his legacy and maybe well get more music abt his brother just to end it with a three album but I think this is the end of Frank ocean as we know

[@josephineh389]

This is a great video! Thank you David!

[@jacob_]

this video wants to make me appreciate Frank Ocean even more

[@aramisjones4804]

Frank ocean’s an artist. He gives people a lyrical visionary perspective of his own losses as he proceeds to become what people often use as a muse for there losses and isolates himself to the degree of what others feel like they’ve lost. Art is forever but the person who created it isn’t always, even if that means inaccessible while still living. For some people they find the will to live through an artist’s advice, even if it’s in a melodized memory but sometimes for the artist there will comes from the opportunity that there pain through music has gifted them.

[@ImMimicute]

Sure but that's not why he won't make more music, he won't make more music because hey got his bag and got out, which he's well within his right to do but still

[@liricabox]

I miss Frank Oceans music. Its one of my inspirations. "Blonde" its one of my favourite discs. With Nikes im literally in the space and Skyline to its beautiful, it reminds me some good things that I have lived in summer. I hope that I could enjoy more art from him. I think that frank its not the typical artist that likes being famous or in the spotlight or maybe its just something that its very difficult to cope with and thats why he doesnt show so much. If im trying to imagine what its like to be famous and everybody wanting selfies and screaming on me or following me... Puf, Its seems a nighmare to me, I enjoy my privacy. He was like a boom and I think maybe it was too much. Anyway, thank you for sharing the video. It was cool! Have a good day! Lots love!

[@shanks8681]

white Ferrari is like the only song I've listened to that put me on the verge of tears every time I listen to it

[@Eggs272]

Nikes is the worst track 😭

[@obesedog23]

@@Eggs272What??? Nah nah son that’s a good one

[@micah4628]

@@obesedog23imo its good but worst on the album like last place compared to the rest of them

[@krillinz6407]

He’s in the process of making music rn! Which I’m excited to hear, he’s in Amsterdam and was spotted in the studio

[@jonathanslvr8040]

I’m with him rn

[@josephfriend6214]

@@jonathanslvr8040 what ?

[@babyysn1perr]

Really? I hope he doesn’t completely quit idk I love him sm 🥺

[@IlyasNashid]

he will drop again. just on his own time. Whether that be 5 or 10 more years the day it comes out ill be one of the first to listen to the entire thing with no distractions

[@toatastico]

Dude, I love Frank Ocean's music but really think he tends to be over romanticized

[@hilostra8ter883]

Absolutely agree with that

[@popnotesYT]

Speak!!!!

[@popnotesYT]

Over romanticized or overhyped

[@hilostra8ter883]

I think i little of both imo. I think he's an amazing unique artist but the amount of mystique of his online presence and length between his releases has added alot of unnecessary fluff i guess. Again i get it his music is loved and desired but seems like he really isn't into it from all this recent stuff going on.

[@Ishbikes]

The fact he can’t sing in person is a problem

[@soniadumitrache5847]

I wouldn't be mad if he didn't release a new album, but I would so love to be able to see him perfom

[@foudox7849]

he jus dropped a snippet !!!!!

[@kayflockglazer]

he confirmed in coachella another albums on the way

[@semtrexy]

who’s gonna tell him

[@sophspice32]

nah he´s not dropping it anytime soon bro

[@empresssk]

Before the 2000s, music was less commercialized and operated as art that you had to “meet with.” A lot of bigger artists in the 90s, for example, had very few albums. Lauryn Hill, D’Angelou and Maxwell come to mind. And we mustn’t leave out us witnessing the rare metamorphosis of Beyoncé going from a pop hitmaker to a more genuine artist, changing with every album.

[@janzotv]

I am just sayin on the coachella festival he said that there is a new album. Not right now but there is one. And I mean we already waited 7 years, so at this point at least I can wait another 2 years or 3.

[@cyriloboco3083]

Chosing to be mysterious and scarce is a genius move, making his art more valuable l, legendary and unforgettable

[@Hunter-gk4zm]

As a Carti fan, I always complain and am devastated at how bro has taken almost 3 years to drop a new album. Recently got into Frank Ocean and nah yall die hard fans got it worse. Im genuinely sorry (Im becoming one too)

[@VincentGonzalez-k2j]

Recently ? What are you 12 or some shit 😭🤦🏽‍♂️

[@Skuroh]

As an artist who has the same goals and meaning as Frank, making music in the form of art and really have the listener envision the song itself is difficult. You become so immersed into what you’re writing that you go back, add things, remove things, then get to the point where you think you shouldn’t release it because you know that you could make something artistically better than that. Aside from that, drop some shit Frank 😭

[@vibhutivyas7576]

Wow. Respect for you Mr. Artist❤

[@deniedm8299]

do not compare yourself to frank 💀

[@beefescargot]

i believe music is first and foremost a form of storytelling. frank knows best in how to present those stories in a unique and mystical way to us and im grateful for it. 🙂

[@meisterniels8822]

AND YET YOU WERE WROONNGG WHOOOOOO

[@torcheded495]

Good looks bro! 💥🎹💻🎧

[@SukantShahare]

brother that flute bg was amazing

[@Wackaz]

Look At Us, We're In Love. Y'all forgot that name or what?

[@samir_rod]

We don't know if that really was a new album or just a campaign. Although I like the idea of this bootleg album with all the songs that Frank release after Blonde

[@nathanielmhango6979]

2:12 what's the song playing in the background

[@Clancy_or_Oscar]

Its always in music where i find new philosophies to learn from

[@crc7643]

he is a musical genius and artistic legend now matter what he does

[@juliancruz4509]

i was watching his set at coachella and he said there is an album coming but didnt say when.

[@Ishbikes]

Capping, I’m done with him. He can’t even sing in person anyways. Whatever

[@thewallsarebreathing2509]

I’d say art is to evoke someones interpretation of the emotion in the piece. Entertainment I'd say is a presentation of a story leaving little for interpretation

[@Cecilia-wq6yp]

i’m so glad i decided to watch this video

[@albintorngren6742]

Beautiful and well put together vid man, keep it up👍

[@reneeamelang]

You didnt really make a strong case to argue the title of the video. you argued that he is an artist not an entertainer, that the time he takes for himself in between albums is powerful but that does not logically equate to he will not release more music. otherwise, loved the video. nice job!

[@bbvvghh455]

i don't think anyone can claim that he won't release anymore music because nobody has the possibility of knowing, but the "artist not an entertainer" thing relates as you can never ensure that an artist will keep producing art. unlike entertainers, it's not their job to do so; they produce art when they feel like it, and will stop when they want to. that's the reason why it was included

[@KiaraCarbajal]

I love this perspective. Thank you so much for sharing 🩶

[@ihatemickiegee]

channel orange changed my life, i still listen to it at least weekly. i had a weird feeling after blond that he wasn’t gonna release anything again, at least for a while, i dunno why?? it felt like he knew what he had done and could feel that he felt he had to be that sure again before releasing anything else. he’s just a genius

[@blackdragon6]

Don Henley is entitled to his opinion, but calling someone a talentless prick is WILD.

[@Avoidblackjack]

The industry..Hollywood 🦹 Is deadly if you have morals and dignity... Much love frank. God bless you ..protect your soul..

[@v1rtualren]

I get that he needs this time and when or if he ever drops again i'll listen to it and love it no matter what others say

[@celestialbunny]

tbh, i wish more people had longer breaks between albums instead of just 2 yrs which is pretty common. maybe not as long, but im not a huge fan of frank ocean so idk. people just pump out albums not letting u take in the previous era of their work. and they are already moving on to the next one. like i loved planet her from doja cat and i love her her album, but i think 1 more year for scarlet would have been better.

[@LuwenMac]

‘Pyramids,’ which I think is Frank’s magnum opus, alone is why I think he’s one of the greatest artists that has ever lived. It’s so sonically sound while also transcending genres. Frank’s discography may be short and he may never release music again, but his discography is evergreen and his commitment to quality control is why his discography is impeccable and evocative.

[@highwayheroes1454]

the fact that you didn’t even include nostalgia ultra in the thumbnail is crazy

[@NamNguyen-pp7rr]

He can make more music, I believe in him.

[@hyrumstephens2002]

Bro he puts music out. Under ocean sixteen and blondead. Came out early this year

[@samir_rod]

It's not him. It's his fans putting those songs

[@t_punk6701]

Point and laugh everyone

[@Ishbikes]

😂😂😂

[@Ngisa]

😢 😭 I wish I felt Blonde like yall do. I'm so desperate to like it but it's like there's a wall between us 😔

[@robinbauer1975]

Blonde and Chanel Orange was crazy

[@SoySanti.J]

Me enamoré del trabajo de ocean por su forma de captar la atención acompañado con su exquisito rango vocal 🍷

[@jesusv5169]

Beautifully made, keep making videos!

[@denizthebig]

bro is still nr 102 worldwide on spotify

[@actavisprime514]

I love the enigma. He’s got that vibe that a band like Tool has. He takes forever to make music, stays out of the spotlight. Very little live performances to be found on the internet.

[@evanarey8374]

There is nothing harder than being a frank fan and a UVA fan.

[@yourrealityescape]

Should’ve gave Endless way more credit bruh. Only mentioned it 1 time in a whole video while it’s an absolute otherworldly experience.

[@hectorrivas5574]

great video, was hoping you'd talk about endless 😢

[@jeffreymendoza8899]

I literally work where franks staying right now. I’ve already seen the paperwork, he’s dropping soon. Been recording since January

[@pokelov1391]

Here after his insta snippet to say he probably will release more music

[@hugi8394]

he truly mastered art in every way

[@Ishbikes]

Mastered conning the fans, can’t even sing in person.

[@frostbytemusik]

alright yeah, but didnt he say he had a new album?

[@A.S.O.L.E]

Then he needs to tell his fans and stop all this anticipation for years on end

[@ColinAmes]

WRONG

[@TashaTheOlympian]

Wow this was a really good video. Thanks for sharing

[@igormoritz8955]

He will

[@dannyalexander3165]

If only he had an actual drive to create music, could’ve been bigger than the weekend but he seems to just do what only HE wants now without his fans in mind.

[@NoamWiseOfficial]

very interesting, i really loved this video what a great job. He's ones of my favorite artists, but how did he became popular ?

[@miud2201]

there’s a reason the greats are the greats,, they don’t make music for people, they make music for art

[@deanhumphries7821]

Right on! Frank Ocean has to be one of the most exciting musicians around today!

[@Homieonice]

bro frank would have to drop an album every other year if he didn’t get that 20 mill from apple

[@ruslan8820]

I like his music, one girl recomended me this artist, and that is , it what I like

[@gersondelarosa3180]

There is never an excuse for an artist to not do music when money and resources are not the problem. The artist cannot live without his art, and the art cannot be expressed and offered to the world without the artist. An artist should not be okay with disconnecting with their art, not because they dont want to, but because they are incapable of doing it, whether alone in their room, or in front of thousands of people.

[@ninee23]

He has 4 albums. Nostalgia ultra, Channel orange, endless, and blonde.

[@diegoborg7680]

They ain’t on Apple Music

[@Shortswatcher648]

Nostalgia ultra is a mixtape

[@J_DSy]

Such an amazing video. Very impressed

[@DukesMusic84]

Nigga please, I hope he sees this and puts out another one next month.

[@bozodudeguy]

Well

[@DukesMusic84]

@@bozodudeguy He's bird watching under the Brooklyn bridge, who knows. Still no album.

[@jaygoodman384]

Do 1 full final album with H.E.R & PJ Morton🙏

[@mayusoma]

artists are like thee mona lisa they are humans captured in an industry that doesn't care about emotions, but selling + turning numbers...so, no one cared about thee mona lisa until it disappeared... it was stolen, but imagine your family member dying + people who haven't digested you earlier classic work request more because that is entertainment + what people have normalized...that is industry, factory working on a schedule... no artist can survive sanely in that space...thee mona lisa is actually very small in person...and when eye saw people grown people pushing + shoving 222 get a selfie...eye knew thee power in disappearing on a high note...artists should enjoy the moment...musicians are hard working entertainers trained 444 stuff like world tours...it is abnormal + exhausting 444 normal consumers if they were 222 take that on...but imagine being expected 222 be timely when your body of work was created out of timelessness...and divine inspiration + feminine raw feelings...trying 222 duplicate that 444 nights on end...pun intended... and he's a scorpio moon like me...when you know your power you choose wiser than others...mystery brings in allure...and eye'd rather be respected by my peers who eye can work with...and understand how lonely that lifestyle can be...than 222 satisfy thee public who will critique talent harshly + then fall 444 gimmicky blk face caricatures...it can be disappointing as an artist...222 focus on thee business + not go back in222 timelessness + find inspiration as an artist..

[@alexandrehonwana797]

Great vid mate, I’m new here but and I’ve watched a ton of videos like this but this one is special tho. Keep it up!

[@tyler8902]

Those of you that love blonde - I would bet you would also love Calico by Ryan Beatty.

[@annerose9162]

i love this video and it gave me a new perspective!

[@highwayheroes1454]

he also lost his teenage brother in a tragic accident in 2020. he probably scrapped every single thing he was working on at that point while grieving.

[@aapadre]

Ppl forget about white. I love the lyrics of that song 😭😭

[@FloralHaze]

6:38 uhh no that’s not the word I was thinking ?

[@Jess-fm6qo]

DHL was almost forgotten

[@MrMurph73]

Ive tried so hard to like blonde. I just don't understand why its praised so much more than Channel Orange

[@bbvvghh455]

music is subjective, so you don't have to like it! its just more popular because the composition and lyrics appeal to people more. a lot of powerful quotes from him are in that album, and the emotion put into it is easier for people to relate to since everyone has relation issues at some point

[@camwill]

Hey where can I get that Ted Gioia soundbite without frank behind it?

[@m0thdm2]

This is great man