In terms of pop appeal, none of it approaches "Novacane" or "Thinkin Bout You." The focus is more on Ocean, the extensive list of "album contributors" - possibly a combination of studio collaborators and mere inspirations - notwithstanding. For those who felt the proper debut wasn't forthcoming enough with hooks or traditionally structured songs, this is bound to seem less like a luxurious joyride on a freshly paved motorway than it does an interminable stay in a repair shop waiting lounge. Allusions to parallels between vehicular travel and other aspects of life, such as making music, were drawn, his relief in completing the Channel Orange follow-up made apparent. He's a blueprint for many artists, and his influence in the music industry will undoubtedly become even more powerful as the years go by.Boys Don't Cry, the magazine distributed at pop-up locations the day this unlike-titled album was released, featured an essay in which Frank Ocean affably reflected upon his infatuation with cars. His emphasis on emotion and vulnerability makes his music timeless and powerful, and his social media presence and personality all contribute to his image as an artist. "Blonde" symbolized his independence from the music industry and allowed him to release music on his own terms. Even with his high profile collaborations, he maintains a sense of genuineness with his poetic lyricism and multi-layered wordplay. Ocean is an inspiration for some of the most popular artists of our time, and his influence can be seen throughout many different genres of music. He also released a magazine along with the album titled "Boys Don’t Cry," which showcased visual inspiration for the album and documented his life since his 2012 album, "Channel Orange." 20, 2016, Ocean released "Blonde" independently under his own label, which meant he received a much greater stream of profits from its sales.
It features 45 minutes of new music from Ocean, different from anything we've ever heard from him. 19 called "Endless" exclusively on Apple Music under Def Jam Recordings. With no prior announcement, Ocean released a visual album on Aug. Most artists preview a single, do press runs and talk about their most high profile features. The release of "Blonde" set a precedent with its unique rollout. His musings about sexuality are refreshing given his identity as a queer artist, and it gives representation to a group of people who have historically been repressed and silenced throughout society. Lyrics about youth and nostalgia permeate the album and give it an ethereal and timeless quality. "Blonde" takes heavy inspiration from themes of identity and Black existentialism, and many songs reveal how Ocean sees his life and identity from different viewpoints. Other featured artists include background vocals from Beyoncé and production from James Blake. André 3000’s verse on “Solo (Reprise)” is the most prominent feature, which stands as a testament to Ocean’s artistry. It is his album through and through and other artists help bring his body of work to life.
The features on "Blonde" all add to create a universe within itself, but none of the featured artists outshine Ocean on any track. This take on different identities ties into the themes of duality and masculinity present in his lyrics. The prominent use of autotune and pitch shifting on Ocean's voice differentiates between different characters within the album. The production on "Blonde" is minimalistic and abstract: Many of the songs feature lush and atmospheric guitars and a focus on texture instead of percussion.
Scattered throughout the album are countless examples of abandoning traditional tendencies of songwriting, and these deviations highlight Ocean's evolution as an artist as he takes the listener on this musical journey. On “Nights,” the song divides into three different sections and Ocean's voice deepens as the beat progresses. On “Nikes,” the introduction of the album, Ocean leads us through two verses with a sudden beat switch in the second half of the song. One of the most notable qualities about "Blonde" is its unique and freeform song structure. 20 marked the fourth anniversary of his 2016 album "Blonde," and its impact on the music industry deserves a re-examination on how the album affected future music releases and popular culture. Frank Ocean is one of the most enigmatic and talented artists of our generation, and he has amassed a substantial fanbase ever since he debuted as a part of the hip-hop collective Odd Future in 2007.
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