Frank Ocean’s “American Wedding” & the Sound of American Heartbreak
“Jesus Christ, don’t break my heart.”
Nostalgia, FOREVER
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nostalgia, FOREVER is a weekly series dedicated to breaking down the lyrical genius of one of America's best writers, Frank Ocean. From nostalgia, ULTRA. and channel ORANGE to Blonde, each week, we'll look at one Frank Ocean song and break down its lyrical merits and meanings. If you love Frank Ocean and heavy lyrical analysis paired with our favorite emotional state—crying—you'll love nostalgia, FOREVER.
Frank Ocean’s Forever Reminder to Let Go of the Past
“Dust” is focused on appraising the past as a means of heading off into the future.
Frank Ocean’s “There Will Be Tears” & the Pangs of Missing Your Father
“You can't miss what you ain't had, well I can.”
Frank Ocean’s “Lovecrimes,” an Alternative Interpretation
The crime of ownership is not intentional, just immature.
Frank Ocean’s “Songs 4 Women” Is a Lesson in Singing for Yourself
Frank Ocean’s “Songs 4 Women” teaches us never to make music for love’s sake.
Frank Ocean’s “We All Try” & the Power of Believing in Something
“I don't believe our lives are simple.”
nostalgia, FOREVER: Frank Ocean’s “Strawberry Swing”
The duality of “Strawberry Swing” is a reminder to make blessings out of the ordinary.