Pink + White #frankocean
The track details memories of Frank’s youth and of someone close to Frank who passed away. He remembers this person by experiencing his life through the lens of this person who is gone.
As sung in the song’s opening lines, the track’s title is a reference to a sunset drive with Frank and his old friend. “Pink + White” describes the sky during the moment he is reminiscing on. Frank has used those colors in songs before—He has a song titled “White” in Odd Future’s The OF Tape Vol. 2 and a song called “Pink Matter” on Channel ORANGE.
Pink %2B White
Frank Ocean Lyrics
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Yeah, yeah, yeah
That's the way every day goes
Every time we've no control
If the sky is pink and white
If the ground is black and yellow
It's the same way you showed me
Nod my head, don't close my eyes
Halfway on a slow move
It's the same way you showed me
If you could fly then you'd feel south
Up north's getting cold soon
The way it is, we're on land
So I'm someone to hold true
Keep you cool when it's alive
Won't let you down when it's all ruin
Just the same way you showed me
Showed me
You showed me love
Glory from above
Regard, my dear
It's all downhill from here
In the wake of a hurricane
Dark skin of a summer shade
Nosedive in the flood lines
Tall tower of milk crates
It's the same way you showed me
Cannonball off the porch side
Older kids tryin' off the rooves
Just the same way you showed me (you showed)
If you could die and come back to life
Up for air from the swimming pool
You kneel down to the dry land
Kiss the Earth that birthed you
Gave you tools just to stay alive
And make it out when the sun is ruined
That's the same way you showed me
Showed me
You showed me love
Glory from above
Regard, my dear
It's all downhill from here
Remember life, remember how it was
Climb trees, Michael Jackson, all ends here
Say what up to Matthew, to Shoob
Say what up to Danny
Say what up to life immortality
Bending up my Nikes
Running out of melpomene, nicotine
Stealing granny cigs (take it easy)
Gimme something sweet
Bitch, I might like immortality
This is life, life immortality
Frank Ocean's song Pink + White reflects on memories and experiences that the singer has shared with someone special who has taught him about life and love. The opening lines "That's the way every day goes, every time we've no control" highlights the sense of uncertainty and unpredictability in life, which is further emphasized in the contrasting imagery of the "pink and white" sky with the "black and yellow" ground. Ocean suggests that we can only try to navigate life as best we can, grateful for the people who help guide us.
Ocean then explores the idea of youth and the past, with references to Michael Jackson, climbing trees, and stealing cigarettes from his grandmother. These memories, although seemingly simple, are significant as they remind him of a time when life was effortless and carefree. Whoever this special person is, they have been with him through it all, showing him "love, glory from above," and teaching him to be someone who can be depended on in difficult times. The last lines of the song, "This is life, life immortality," may suggest that the memories and experiences we share with others are the closest thing we have to immortality.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, yeah, um (woo)
Introductory line, no real meaning behind it.
That's the way every day goes
Every day is unpredictable, and we have no control over it.
Every time we've no control
No matter how hard we try, the future is always uncertain and out of our control.
If the sky is pink and white
The environment is always changing, and we can only adapt to the changes.
If the ground is black and yellow
No matter the circumstances, life will always be what it is.
It's the same way you showed me
Our experiences in life shape us and influence how we react to certain situations.
Nod my head, don't close my eyes
Stay alert, be aware of your surroundings, and face your adversity head-on.
Halfway on a slow move
Life can be slow and monotonous, but it's important to keep moving forward.
If you could fly then you'd feel south
Sometimes we wish things were different, but we have to work with what we have.
Up north's getting cold soon
Change is constant and inevitable, and we must adapt accordingly.
The way it is, we're on land
We are confined to our natural surroundings and must find ways to thrive within them.
So I'm someone to hold true
I will be there for you and remain reliable through thick and thin.
Keep you cool when it's alive
Stay calm and composed when things are going well.
Won't let you down when it's all ruin
I will not abandon you when things fall apart.
Just the same way you showed me
I learned how to remain dependable and support others from your example.
You showed me love
My upbringing and past taught me how to love and connect with others.
Glory from above
There is a power or higher force that we cannot control but can find solace in.
Regard, my dear
I have respect and admiration for the person who has influenced me so deeply.
It's all downhill from here
Things will become easier once we've overcome certain obstacles.
In the wake of a hurricane
In the aftermath of a disaster or tragedy.
Dark skin of a summer shade
Referring to the black community and the beauty of darker skin tones.
Nosedive in the flood lines
Going underwater.
Tall tower of milk crates
Represents makeshift arrangements that still offer a sense of stability.
Cannonball off the porch side
Taking risks and enjoying life, despite the danger.
Older kids tryin' off the rooves
The inspiration and influence of those older and more experienced than us.
If you could die and come back to life
An allusion to reincarnation, a second chance starting over.
Up for air from the swimming pool
Coming back to the surface after experiencing hardship.
You kneel down to the dry land
Showing gratitude for the world that has allowed us to survive and thrive.
Kiss the Earth that birthed you
Being thankful for everything that we have and acknowledging our place in the universe.
Gave you tools just to stay alive
Our environment and experiences offer an opportunity to learn and grow in order to survive.
And make it out when the sun is ruined
We must persevere even when things get tough.
Remember life, remember how it was
Reflecting on our lives and past experiences.
Climb trees, Michael Jackson, all ends here
Referring to the end of childhood and the beginning of adulthood.
Say what up to Matthew, to Shoob
Giving a shout-out to friends or individuals who have impacted their life.
Say what up to Danny
Acknowledging people they love or admire.
Say what up to life immortality
Showing appreciation for the promise of eternal life or a legacy that will live on after death.
Bending up my Nikes
Preparing to take action, possibly to run or escape.
Running out of melpomene, nicotine
Trying to escape the pain and hardship of life through various vices or addictions.
Stealing granny cigs (take it easy)
Engaging in reckless behavior or coping through unhealthy means.
Gimme something sweet
Looking for comfort or pleasure in the face of adversity.
Bitch, I might like immortality
Jokingly considering the benefits of eternal life or a lasting legacy.
This is life, life immortality
Accepting that life, with all its joys and hardships, is finite and will eventually end.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ommas Keith-Graham, Tyler Gregory Okonma, Charles Christopher Breaux, Pharrell L. Williams
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@baatarsaran5686
That's the way everyday goes
Every time we've no control
If the sky is pink and white
If the ground is black and yellow
It's the same way you showed me
Nod my head, don't close my eyes
Halfway on a slow move
It's the same way you showed me
If you could fly then you'd feel south
Up north's getting cold soon
The way it is, we're on land
So I'm someone to hold true
Keep you cool when it's still alive
Won't let you down when it's all ruin
Just the same way you showed me, showed me
You showed me love
Glory from above
Regard my dear
It's all downhill from here
In the wake of a hurricane
Dark skin of a summer shade
Nosedive in the flood lines
Tall tower of milk crates
It's the same way you showed me
Cannonball off the porch side
Older kids trying off the roof
Just the same way you showed me (You showed)
If you could die and come back to life
Up for air from the swimming pool
You'd kneel down to the dry land
Kiss the Earth that birthed you
Gave you tools just to stay alive
And make it out when the sun is ruined
That's the same way you showed me, showed me
You showed me love
Glory from above
Regard my dear
It's all downhill from here
Remember life
Remember how it was
Climb trees, Michael Jackson, it all ends here
Say what up to Matthew, to Shoob
Say what up to Danny
Say what up to life immortality
Bending up my Nikes
Running out the melpomene, nicotine
Stealing granny cigs (Take it easy)
Gimme something sweet
Bitch, I might like immortality
This is life, life immortality
@bengusimsek3457
Yeah, yeah oh
Yeah, yeah yeah
That's the way everyday goes
Every time we have no control
If the sky is pink and white
If the ground is black and yellow
It's the same way you showed me
Nod my head, don't close my eyes
Half way on a slow move
It's the same way you showed me
If you could fly then you'd feel south
Up north's getting cold soon
The way it is, we're on land
So I'm someone to hold true
Keep you cool in this good life
Won't let you down when it's all ruined
Just the same way you showed me, showed me
You showed me love
Glory from above
Good Glory, dear
It's all downhill from here
In the wake of a hurricane
Dark skin of a summer shade
Nose dive in the flood lines
Tall tower, milk crate
It's the same way you showed me
Cannon ball off the porch side
Older kids trying off the roof
Just the same way you showed me (you showed)
If you could die and come back to life
Up for air from the swimming pool
You kneel down to the dry land
Kiss the Earth that birthed you
Gave you tools just to stay alive
And make it up when the sun is ruined
That's the same way you showed me, showed me
You showed me love
Glory from above
Where God could fear
It's all downhill from here
What a life
Remember how it was
Climb trees, Michael Jackson, all in this year
Say what up to Magic, just shoot
Say what up to Penny
Say what up to life one more time
And I know what you might want to know
Run from me and your team
Still ain't grabbin six (take it easy)
Give me somethin sweet
Bitch I might bite, ain't no tellin
This is life, life immortality
@davidmadrid9951
That's the way every day goes
Every time we've no control
If the sky is pink and white
If the ground is black and yellow
It's the same way you showed me
Nod my head, don't close my eyes
Halfway on a slow move
It's the same way you showed me
If you could fly, then you'd feel south
Up north's getting cold soon
The way it is, we're on land
Still I'm someone to hold true
Keep you cool when it's still alive
Won't let you down when it's all ruin
[Chorus]
Just the same way you showed me, showed me
You showed me love
Glory from above
Regard, my dear
It's all downhill from here
[Verse 2]
In the wake of a hurricane
Dark skin of a summer shade
Nosedive into flood lines
Tall tower of milk crates
It's the same way you showed me
Cannonball off the porch side
Older kids trying off the roof
Just the same way you showed me (You showed)
If you could die and come back to life
Up for air from the swimming pool
You'd kneel down to the dry land
Kiss the Earth that birthed you
Gave you tools just to stay alive
And make it out when the sun is ruined
[Chorus]
That's the same way you showed me, showed me
You showed me love
Glory from above
Regard, my dear
It's all downhill from here
[Outro: Frank Ocean & Beyoncé]
Remember life, remember how it was
Climb trees, Michael Jackson, it all ends here
Say what up to Matthew, to Shoob
Say what up to Danny
Say what up to life immortality
Bending up my Nikes
Running out the melpomene, nicotine
Stealing granny cigs (Take it easy)
Gimme something sweet
Bitch, I might like immortality
This is life, life immortality
@markly5460
This is like the chillest song I've ever heard, everytime I hear it it's like I'm on a cloud.
@briana8133
it’s a beautiful song fr
@emenuae
All I think about is Mickey and Ian from shameless 😂
@jennyneon
That's why the sky is pink and white! :)
@Allinthelag
Listen to 0:13 of bsd it puts this song in a little bit of a different perspective
@randoss6213
Yeah I love it
@shizukagozen777
This song makes me want to fall in love and be loved in return.
@Slynell1
Open your heart.
@shizukagozen777
@@Slynell1
I think that's not that easy. haha
@Nicole-xg1yt
If only it worked out that way