Venting about his decision to drop the record his own way, he took to Twitter on March 1, 2011:
"i. did. this. not ISLAND DEF JAM. that's why you see no label logo on the artwork that I DID. guess its my fault for trusting my dumbass lawyer and signing my career over to a failing company. fuck Def Jam & any company that goes the length of signing a kid with dreams & talent w/ no intention of following through. fuck em. now back to my day. i want some oatmeal and toast. brunch swag."
As a member of the Odd Future (OFWGKTA) collective, his sound is distinctively soulful/r&b influenced, yet done in a way that could pass for something totally different. As Tyler, the Creator states, “It’s Smooth Ass Music About Bitches, Relationships And Being A Rich Young Nigga…But In A Swagged Out Way.”
Ocean was evacuated from the University of New Orleans to Los Angeles, California just as Hurricane Katrina hit in August 2005, and stayed in Los Angeles to pursue a music career. Ocean joined Los Angeles based collective OFWGKTA, who he met through mutual friends, at the end of 2009. In the end of 2009, he met Tricky Stewart, who helped Ocean sign a contract with Def Jam Recordings as an artist, however, he was initially unable to build a relationship with the company. In 2010, he changed his name from Christopher "Lonny" Breaux to Christopher Francis Ocean via a legal website. In an April 2011 interview, Ocean intimated that his relationship with Def Jam has strengthened since the release of his mixtape. On April 28, 2011, Ocean was arrested on unspecified charges by the LAPD, and was released on the morning after on April 29, 2011. Ocean joined his OFWGKTA bandmates for the first time on tour from May 12 to May 19, 2011. On May 31, 2011, Def Jam released the single Novacane on iTunes soon followed by Swim Good Taken from his mixtape Nostalgia, ULTRA. His first 'proper' album, Channel Orange was released on July 17, 2012.
In 2016, He released the visual album Endless alongside his second studio album Blonde, following several years of delays. Blonde debuted at number one in the United States and United Kingdom.
In 2017, Ocean released several singles, including Chanel and Lens, through his Blonded Radio show, and made several appearances on other songs by artists like Calvin Harris, A$AP Mob, and Tyler, the Creator.
Math
Frank Ocean Lyrics
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The numbers were runnin' through my head
I coulda wrote down your number
But I memorized them instead, ooh
And on the first date
Remember the minutes spent together
You called me Rainman
Then kissed me for three seconds
The equation quite like you
White picket fence and house to make love
Two kids and a dog named Doug
Thanksgiving dinner, snow fast in the winter
Keys to the truck, crib and the car
Add the life that we live for us
Get rid of the life that we live for us
Multiply by trust, divide by trust
It equals love, equals love
You're part of the math
You're part of the math
You're part of the math
You're part of it all
You're part of the math
You're part of the math
The math, the math, the math, the math
You see, if colors were numbers
You'd be a fuchsia seven
And I'd be a platinum three
And we could be a ten together
Oh, and I don't ever want to part
Subtraction or division and if you ever left
I'd go full calculus to get you back, back
Back geometry, you're math
Cause the fact is
No one else quite fit the equation like that
White picket fence and house to make love
Two kids and a dog named Doug
Thanksgiving dinner, snow fast in the winter
Keys to the truck, crib and the car
Add the life that we live for us
Get rid of the life that we live for us
Multiply by trust, divide by trust
It equals love, equals love
You're part of the math
You're part of the math
You're part of the math
You're part of it all
You're part of the math
You're part of the math
The math, the math, the math, the math
I said, one plus one says it equals two
Baby me and you only equals love
(It equals love, it equals love)
If one means one then it just ain't two
And it can't be love cause it's only one
White picket fence and house to make love
Two kids and a dog named Doug
Thanksgiving dinner, snow fast in the winter
Keys to the truck, crib and the car
Add the life that we live for us
Get rid of the life that we live for us
Multiply by trust, divide by trust
It equals love, equals love
You're part of the math
You're part of the math
You're part of the math
You're part of it all
You're part of the math
You're part of the math
The math, the math, the math, the math
I said, one plus one says it equals two
Baby me and you only equals love
(It equals love, it equals love)
If one means one then it just ain't two
And it can't be love cause it's only one
In Frank Ocean's song "Math," the lyrics explore the idea that love can be understood and measured through mathematical concepts. The song begins by describing the initial attraction between two individuals, with the singer stating that when they first met, numbers were running through their head. Instead of simply writing down the person's number, they chose to memorize it, symbolizing a deeper connection and investment in the relationship.
The lyrics continue to discuss the various aspects of a committed relationship, such as a white picket fence, a house, two kids, and a dog named Doug. These elements represent the traditional ideals of a happy and stable life together. The mention of Thanksgiving dinner and snow in the winter paints a picture of domestic bliss.
The chorus emphasizes the symbiotic nature of the relationship, expressing that the love between the two individuals is an integral part of their lives, just like mathematics is an integral part of understanding the world. The singer acknowledges that no one else fits the equation of love quite like their partner, further highlighting the uniqueness and significance of their connection.
The song concludes with a reinforcement of the notion that love cannot be reduced to a simple equation. The singer states that if one plus one equals two, it just cannot be love because it's only one. This suggests that love goes beyond straightforward calculations and cannot be defined solely by mathematical concepts. It underscores the idea that love is multidimensional, complex, and cannot be easily quantified.
Overall, "Math" explores the theme of love through the lens of mathematics, portraying it as an essential and fundamental part of life that defies traditional equations and measurements.
Line by Line Meaning
Girl when I met you
When I first met you, everything in my mind started to calculate and analyze.
The numbers were runnin' through my head
I couldn't help but think about numbers and equations related to our potential relationship.
I coulda wrote down your number
I could have written down your phone number for future reference.
But I memorized them instead, ooh
However, I decided to memorize your number instead of writing it down.
And on the first date
During our first date together,
Remember the minutes spent together
Reflect back on the time we spent together.
You called me Rainman
You compared me to Rainman, implying my ability to quickly calculate and remember things.
Then kissed me for three seconds
After calling me Rainman, you kissed me for a short duration of three seconds.
Ooh, no one else has ever fit
No one else has ever perfectly matched or complemented
The equation quite like you
The formula or equation of a relationship as well as you have.
White picket fence and house to make love
A symbol of an ideal and traditional life together, where we have a loving home and family.
Two kids and a dog named Doug
Envisioning a family with two children and a pet dog named Doug.
Thanksgiving dinner, snow fast in the winter
Imagining joyous holiday celebrations during Thanksgiving and enjoying the snowy winter season together.
Keys to the truck, crib and the car
Symbolizing the responsibilities and shared ownership of a truck, a house, and a car.
Add the life that we live for us
Combine and include the experiences and activities that bring us joy and fulfillment.
Get rid of the life that we live for us
Eliminate any aspects of our lives that don't contribute positively to our happiness and relationship.
Multiply by trust, divide by trust
Multiply the positive aspects of our relationship by the trust we have in each other, and also divide any challenges or difficulties through trust.
It equals love, equals love
The result of all these calculations and efforts equals pure love between us.
You're part of the math
You are an essential component of these equations and calculations.
The math, the math, the math, the math
Repeatedly emphasizing the significance of these calculations and their impact on our relationship.
You see, if colors were numbers
Imagining a scenario where colors can be represented by numerical values.
You'd be a fuchsia seven
Comparing your essence or personality to the vibrant color fuchsia, represented by the number seven.
And I'd be a platinum three
I would represent the color platinum with the number three, implying our contrasting yet complementary qualities.
And we could be a ten together
When combined, our unique qualities and compatibility would create a perfect pair, symbolized by the number ten.
Oh, and I don't ever want to part
Expressing the desire to never be separated from each other.
Subtraction or division and if you ever left
Even if we were to experience difficulties or separation,
I'd go full calculus to get you back, back
I would go to great lengths and employ complex calculations (comparing them to calculus) to win you back.
Back geometry, you're math
Continuing the analogy, comparing the process of winning you back to the study of geometry and emphasizing the importance of your presence in my life.
Cause the fact is
Because the truth remains
No one else quite fit the equation like that
No other person matches or corresponds to the equation of love and compatibility as perfectly as you do.
I said, one plus one says it equals two
In a literal sense, one plus one equals two.
Baby me and you only equals love
However, when it comes to our relationship, the combination of you and me equals pure love.
(It equals love, it equals love)
Repeatedly emphasizing that the result of our union is love.
If one means one then it just ain't two
If the value of one remains as a solitary entity, it cannot be transformed into the value of two.
And it can't be love cause it's only one
Similarly, if love is represented by the value of one, it cannot evolve into something greater.
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@divinityreims8009
frank ocean has the most inspiring stuff in the world. biggest fan here ^.^
@a.dsadventure6710
He's such a great story teller 🧡
@nicknog00
Such an underrated masterpiece 😫
@lovell123456789
gr8 and terrific songwriter frank is!!✊
@venus5697
2022. never stopping listening to u
@ediroswell775
Dope lyrics & sonically it's old & new
@ediroswell775
Such a clever song
@isaiah979
Biggest fan here all concerts attended
@georgecunningham2736
I’m so jealous