Lights
Frank Ocean Lyrics


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Donald Trump said buy an apartment with her
(uh) buying an apartment with ya
Greenspan said the rate was good
My pastor says that your faith is major
Best friend said I ought to wife you today
Like jumping over the broom
The white dress and all, yup the rice and all
They said you love that girl
You need that girl but don’t you let her go
Not ever, not ever, no who going solo baby?
I know, you told 'em baby
Watch you, you tell 'em baby
It’s cool, it’s cool

But the lights is gonna be on us
That’s the reason why I kept
This love in the dark
Cause the lights are gonna be on us
Let 'em know them lights will never turn off
But it's cool
Cause this love will keep us cool
This love will keep us cool
This love will keep us cool

Your father really likes me he calls me son
Your brother, I think he hates me
But you say thats how you know it's right
Your mother invites me to dinner
All of the time
Only thing she’s been grilling is me

Keep telling her I love that girl
I need that girl i won’t let her go
Not ever, not ever, no who goin' solo baby?
I know, you told em baby
Watch you, you tell em baby
It’s cool, it’s cool

But the lights is gonna be on us
That’s the reason why I kept
This love in the dark
Cause the lights are gonna be on us
Let 'em know, them lights will never turn off
But the lights is gonna be on us
That’s the reason why I kept
This love in the dark
Cause the lights are gonna be on us
Let 'em know, them lights will never turn off

It’s strobing, baby, and they burning baby
But don’t worry baby, just stay close to me
They flashing, it’s like dynamite
This love will keep us about 55 degrees
Don’t mind the lights don’t mind the lights
The love is gonna keep us cool
The love is gonna keep us cool

But the lights is gonna be on us
That’s the reason why I kept
This love in the dark
Cause the lights are gonna be on us
Let 'em know, them lights will never turn off
But the lights is gonna be on us
That’s the reason why I kept
This love in the dark
Cause the lights are gonna be on us
Let 'em know, them lights will never turn off

But it's cool
Cause this love will keep us cool




This love will keep us cool
This love will keep us cool

Overall Meaning

In Frank Ocean's song "Lights," the lyrics revolve around the idea of love and how it can withstand external pressures and scrutiny. The song begins by referencing Donald Trump's advice to buy an apartment with someone, highlighting the materialistic aspects of relationships. However, the singer acknowledges that the true value lies in the faith and connection they have with their partner, as advised by their pastor.


The verses continue with the singer addressing the opinions of others, who insist on the importance of holding onto this relationship. Despite external doubts and challenges, the chorus emphasizes the decision to keep their love hidden in the dark until they are ready to face the public eye. The lights symbolize the spotlight and attention that comes with being together, and the singer wants to protect their love until they're ready to handle the scrutiny.


The second verse highlights the approval from the partner's family, but also acknowledges the potential tension from the brother. Despite any hardships, the singer expresses their commitment and determination to hold onto this love, emphasizing that they will not let go. The bridge of the song further speaks about the intensity of the attention they will face, likening it to flashing lights and dynamite, but also reassures their partner that they will stay close and that their love will keep them grounded and cool amidst the chaos.


Overall, "Lights" captures the complexities of love, navigating outside opinions, and the desire to protect a relationship until the right time to reveal it.


Line by Line Meaning

Donald Trump said buy an apartment with her
Donald Trump, a wealthy and influential figure, advises investing in a committed relationship by purchasing property together


(uh) buying an apartment with ya
Expressing agreement with the idea of investing in a shared living space, emphasizing commitment and closeness


Greenspan said the rate was good
Referring to Alan Greenspan, a former chairman of the Federal Reserve, who approves the current interest rate as favorable for financial decisions


My pastor says that your faith is major
Acknowledging the significance of your faith according to the words of a respected religious leader


Best friend said I ought to wife you today
Your closest friend suggests taking the step of marrying you immediately, indicating strong support and confidence in the relationship


Like jumping over the broom
Comparing getting married to an old tradition of jumping over a broom, highlighting the excitement and significance of the commitment


The white dress and all, yup the rice and all
A reference to the traditional elements of a wedding, including the bride's white dress and the colorful celebration with rice, symbolizing the joyous union


They said you love that girl
Others recognize and acknowledge your deep affection for that special person


You need that girl but don’t you let her go
Emphasizing the importance of not losing the person you cherish, as they are essential to your happiness and well-being


Not ever, not ever, no who going solo baby?
Reiterating that you should never let go of this person and questioning why one would want to be alone when they have someone so special


I know, you told 'em baby
Acknowledging that you have communicated your feelings to others, reaffirming the bond you share with your loved one


Watch you, you tell 'em baby
Encouraging your partner to confidently express their love and commitment to those who doubt or question your relationship


It’s cool, it’s cool
Assuring your partner that everything is fine and reassuring them of your unwavering support


But the lights is gonna be on us
Anticipating the attention and scrutiny that will come with the spotlight on your relationship


That’s the reason why I kept this love in the dark
Choosing to keep your love hidden or private to protect it from external influences or judgments


Cause the lights are gonna be on us
Reiterating the expectation of intense public attention on your relationship


Let 'em know them lights will never turn off
Asserting that the attention and interest in your relationship will never fade or diminish


But it's cool
Reassuring your partner that despite the attention, everything will be fine and under control


Cause this love will keep us cool
Believing that the strength of your love will help you navigate and overcome any challenges that arise


Your father really likes me he calls me son
Highlighting the approval and acceptance you have received from your partner's father, who treats you as his own


Your brother, I think he hates me
Acknowledging some animosity or disapproval from your partner's brother, highlighting a potential obstacle in your relationship


But you say thats how you know it's right
Taking comfort in the fact that your partner assures you that the challenges and disagreements only strengthen the bond between you


Your mother invites me to dinner
Expressing the acceptance and warmth received from your partner's mother, who welcomes you into the family


All of the time
Emphasizing the frequency and regularity of being included in family gatherings or meals


Only thing she’s been grilling is me
Playfully suggesting that the mother's attention and curiosity are directed towards getting to know you better, asking many questions


It’s strobing, baby, and they burning baby
Describing the flashing lights and intense attention that accompany fame or public scrutiny, comparing it to a flickering strobe light


But don’t worry baby, just stay close to me
Assuring your partner that despite the overwhelming attention, as long as you remain together, everything will be alright


They flashing, it’s like dynamite
Highlighting the intensity and impact of the constant media attention, comparing it to an explosive force


This love will keep us about 55 degrees
Asserting that your love will provide the necessary balance and stability amidst the chaos, ensuring a comfortable and manageable situation


Don’t mind the lights don’t mind the lights
Encouraging your partner to not be affected or influenced by the attention and scrutiny surrounding your relationship


The love is gonna keep us cool
Believing that the strength and depth of your love will help you remain calm and composed in the face of challenges


But the lights is gonna be on us
Reiterating that the public attention and scrutiny will be focused on your relationship


Let 'em know, them lights will never turn off
Asserting that the spotlight and interest in your relationship will never fade or disappear


But it's cool
Reassuring your partner that despite the attention, everything will be fine and under control


Cause this love will keep us cool
Believing that the strength of your love will help you navigate and overcome any challenges that arise


This love will keep us cool
Emphasizing that the love you share will provide the necessary calmness and stability in your relationship


This love will keep us cool
Repeatedly asserting that the love you have for each other will ensure a harmonious and balanced relationship




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@valtontony826

When he said




"Round your city, round the clock
Everybody needs you
No, you can't make everybody equal
Although you got beaucoup family
You don't even got nobody being honest with you
Breathe 'til I evaporated
My whole body see through
Transportation, handmade (G)
And I know it better than most people
I don't trust 'em anyways
You can't break the law with them
Get some gushy, have a calm night
Shooters killing left and right
Working through your worst night
If I get my money right
You know I won't need you
And I tell you, (bitch)
I hope the sack is full up
I'm fuckin', no I'm fucked up
Spend it when I get that
I ain't tryna keep you
Can't keep up a conversation
Can't nobody reach you
Why your eyes well up?
Did you call me from a séance?
You are from my past life
Hope you're doing well bruh
I been out here head first
Always like the head first
Signal coming in and out
Hope you're doing well bruh
Everybody needs you, everybody needs you
Oooh nani nani
This feel like a quaalude
No sleep in my body
Ain't no bitch in my body
New beginnings, ahh
New beginnings, wake up akh
The sun's going down
Time to start your day bruh
Can't keep being laid off
Know you need the money if you gon' survive
The every night shit, every day shit
Dropping baby off at home before my night shift
You know I can't hear none of that spend the night shit
That kumbaya shit
Wanna see nirvana, but don't want to die yet
Wanna feel that na na though, could you come by?
Fuck with me after my shift
Know them boys wanna see me broke down and shit
Bummed out and shit, stressed out and shit
That's every day shit
Shut the fuck up I don’t want your conversation
Rolling marijuana that's a cheap vacation
My every day shit, every night shit, my every day shit
(Every night shit, night shit, night shit, night shit)
All my night, been ready for you all my night
Been waiting on you all my night
I'll buzz you in just let me know when you outside
All my night, you been missing all my night
Still got some good nights memorized
And the look back's getting me right
wet wet
Every night fucks every day up
Every day patches the night up
On God you should match it, it's that KO
No white lighters 'til I fuck my 28th up
1998 my family had that Acura
Oh, the Legend
Kept at least six discs in the changer
Back when Boswell and Percy had it active
Couple bishops in the city building mansions
All the reverends
Preaching self made millionaire status
When we could only eat at Shoney's on occasion
After 'trina hit I had to transfer campus
Your apartment out in Houston's where I waited
Stayin' with you when I didn't have a address
Fuckin' on you when I didn't own a mattress
Working on a way to make it outta Texas, every
Droppin' baby off at home before my night shift, yeah
You know I can't hear none of that spend the night shit
That kumbaya shit
Want to see nirvana, but don't want to die yet
Wanna feel that na na though, could you come by
Fuck with me after my shift
Know them boys wanna see me broke down
See me bummed out, stressed out
That's just everyday shit
Shut the fuck up, I don't want your conversation
Rolling marijuana, that's a cheap vacation
My every day shit, my every day shit
My every day shit, my every day shit
My every day shit, my every day shit
My every day shit, my every night shit"

I felt that



All comments from YouTube:

@taterthot03

i wish i could hear this song for the first time again

@keefwilliams7593

My first time listening to solo Frank ..been listening to the OF Frank but this is majestic

@eteafn

JaTaela Jones everyone does

@bigmommy_5728

i hated frank the first time i heard him but then kept hearing pink + white on GTA and now i cant stop listening.

@mitocondrias.9656

JaTaela Jones my first time today

@Glowsz714

this my first time and already relate to your comment

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@Winterboii

I be driving home on gta and this banger come on then and I take the long way home

@VarTheVenerator

i always have blonded on 24/7, when nights comes on i always cruise around downtown LS jamming to the amazingness

@MyChristi123

Winterboii 1524 this happened to me yesterday during a police chase after running over a bunch of ppl in a stolen van <3

@verycutetaco

Until you get obliterated by a broomstick

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