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.
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Frank Ocean Lyrics
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We can still dance, but I don't have no rhythm
So fucking take a chance with me
The party isn't over, we can still dance girl
But I don't have no rhythm
So fucking take a chance with a nigga
Like me, yeah, like me
Um, I said, the party isn't over
We can still dance, but I don't have no rhythm
So fucking take a chance with me
The party isn't over, we can still dance girl
But I don't have no rhythm
So fucking take a chance with a nigga
Like me, yeah, like me
Yeah, um
All I needed was a stick, grab the marshmallows
Mother fuckers getting lynched and burned
I earned it, my flog gnaw badge is looking good
On this brand new jacket
The donuts on the flag waving over the cabin
Now grab them graham crackers and pass them over here
Hurry, quickly I need a piece of Hersheys
Darker than the corners of the bushes we be lurking
I centered the mellow over the graham
Heated it too long now it's melting over my hand
Fuck it, I'll bite it, I burnt it, but I liked it
Camping with my niggas, its so fucking exciting
We're making smores by the campfire
Camp flog gnaw, golf wang summer
Sat by the fire, do witness gentle
Transformation cease to be mindless
Create your sweetness
You remind me of my Bimmer
A lot of trunk space, the perfect two seater
You got a lot of drive I'm trying to keep up
But it's not a lot of miles on ya meter
You remind me of my Bimmer
See your ignition, baby girl I'm trying to key up
And your head lights are off I'm trying to see 'em
But it's not a lot of miles on ya meter
So let me start it up and smash
Pop some tame impala, your man got a lame impala
And I'm sharing slurpees and you ain't even begin to swallow
You're fucking nuts, green top we coupled up
Run my fingers through em as you wax and buff my muffler
Cause I fingered you, you think the fucking ring is coming up?
Maybe, I don't know, I think you're chill
Riding on my pegs, and my back against your legs
And a seat belt is needed if I get between 'em, yeah
You remind me of my Bimmer
A lot of trunk space, the perfect two seater
You got a lot of drive I'm trying to keep up
But it's not a lot of miles on ya meter
You remind me of my Bimmer
See your ignition, baby girl I'm trying to key up
And your head lights are off I'm trying to see 'em
But it's not a lot of miles on ya meter
So let me start it up and smash
Mmmm, it'll get dark outside soon (ride for it)
Where the streetlights sing (ride for it)
(Ride for it)
You ain't gotta lie to kick it girl its cool
We moving slow
You remind me of my Bimmer
A lot of trunk space, the perfect two seater
You got a lot of drive I'm trying to keep up
But it's not a lot of miles on ya meter
You remind me of my Bimmer, smash
You remind me of my Bimmer
The lyrics to Frank Ocean/Tyler The Creator/Laetitia Sadier's song Partyisntover/Campfire/Bimmer are a fusion of different verses from each artist. The overall theme of the song is about the party not being over and the desire to take chances with someone despite not having a clear path forward. Frank Ocean opens the song with the line, "Um, I said, the party isn't over, we can still dance, but I don't have no rhythm, so fucking take a chance with me". This lyric can be interpreted as a call for someone to take a chance on him even though he may not be perfect.
The second verse by Tyler The Creator describes a camping trip with his "niggas" making s'mores by the campfire. He expresses excitement at the simple joys of camping with friends. The final verse by Frank Ocean is about a woman who reminds him of his BMW car. He admires her drive, and even though he may not be able to keep up, he wants to take a chance with her.
Overall, the lyrics of Partyisntover/Campfire/Bimmer touch on themes of adventure, risk-taking, and finding joy in simple pleasures.
Line by Line Meaning
Um, I said, the party isn't over
The celebration is not finished yet
We can still dance, but I don't have no rhythm
We can still move to the music, but I do not have any coordination
So fucking take a chance with me
Be bold and give me a try
All I needed was a stick, grab the marshmallows
To make smores by the fire, all I need is a stick and marshmallows
Mother fuckers getting lynched and burned
Vicious acts of violence are happening
I earned it, my flog gnaw badge is looking good
I worked hard and achieved something, and now I have a badge to show for it
On this brand new jacket
The badge is on my new coat
The donuts on the flag waving over the cabin
The flag has a doughnut design and is flying over the shelter
Now grab them graham crackers and pass them over here
Please give me the crackers so we can make more smores
Hurry, quickly I need a piece of Hersheys
Please be quick and pass me a piece of chocolate, I cannot wait
Darker than the corners of the bushes we be lurking
The night is dark and so are the places where we are hiding
I centered the mellow over the graham
I placed the marshmallow in the center of the graham cracker
Heated it too long now it's melting over my hand
I left it in the fire for too long and now it is melting and messy
Fuck it, I'll bite it, I burnt it, but I liked it
I do not care that it is burnt, I will still eat it because I enjoy it
Camping with my niggas, its so fucking exciting
Spending time outdoors with my friends is very exhilarating
We're making smores by the campfire
We are creating a sweet treat using the flames
Camp flog gnaw, golf wang summer
The lyrics refer to an annual music festival
Sat by the fire, do witness gentle
Sitting by the fire, we notice and observe the gentle changes
Transformation cease to be mindless
Our personal growth and changes are no longer accidental or without thought
Create your sweetness
Make and shape your own delightful experiences
You remind me of my Bimmer
You trigger the same feelings as my high-end car
A lot of trunk space, the perfect two seater
You have a lot of storage capacity, and can comfortably accommodate only two people
You got a lot of drive I'm trying to keep up
You have a lot of energy and ambition, and I am trying to match your level
But it's not a lot of miles on ya meter
You have not gone through a lot of experiences yet
See your ignition, baby girl I'm trying to key up
I want to start and ignite things with you
And your head lights are off I'm trying to see 'em
I am trying to understand your thoughts more clearly
So let me start it up and smash
Let me take control and drive us to a wild and intense experience
Pop some tame impala, your man got a lame impala
Play some music by Tame Impala, your partner has a bad car
And I'm sharing slurpees and you ain't even begin to swallow
I am offering you a drink, but you have not even started to sip it yet
You're fucking nuts, green top we coupled up
You are wild and crazy, we are matched and paired up
Run my fingers through em as you wax and buff my muffler
I run my fingers through your hair as you polish and clean something on my car
Cause I fingered you, you think the fucking ring is coming up?
Because I touched you intimately, you are wondering if I will propose to you soon
Maybe, I don't know, I think you're chill
Perhaps, I am unsure, but I believe you are relaxed and cool
Riding on my pegs, and my back against your legs
You ride on the back of my bike, and your legs are wrapped around me
And a seat belt is needed if I get between 'em, yeah
A safety belt would be necessary if I was stuck between your legs
Mmmm, it'll get dark outside soon (ride for it)
It is going to get nighttime soon, let us push for it
Where the streetlights sing (ride for it)
Let us move quickly where the lights illuminate our path
You ain't gotta lie to kick it girl its cool
You do not need to exaggerate or fake to hang out with us, it is okay
We moving slow
We are taking our time and enjoying the moment
You remind me of my Bimmer
You make me feel like I am driving my prized possession
Smash
Experience intense pleasure and excitement
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Tyler Okonma
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@krispyboi2519
People saying this should've been its own song but the entire PartyIsntOver/Campfire/Bimmer track is a threepeat of bangers, this one especially
@ApollyonMathy
Yeah, all of them are bangers, but the problem is i don't want to hear Party Isn't Over and Campfire just to hear Bimmer, in my opinion, Bimmer should have been a separate song, since all tyler's two part songs are only made of 2 songs (Example: Gone Gone/Thank You And 911/Mr. Lonely) and this is the only exception, with 3 tracks, i would have liked it if it was only Party Isn't Over and Campfire.
@Zack29810
I definitely disagree. I think “Bimmer” is the only good song out of the 3 and I would’ve loved if it had gotten the chance to be its own thing.
@Boisterical
But like none of the songs connect with each other like other “/“ songs
@s4hnoon
@@Zack29810 stop sleeping on campfire bro, but yea bummer should be seperate
@t6mal
@@ApollyonMathypersonally, I always listen to this track for all 3 songs (except this time), PIO and campfire are both such chill songs, that lead perfectly into bimmer which finishes off the trio strong, great listen for me and my favorite track 10 by tyler
@ssspit
Finally drove a 2 seater bimmer while this blasted waited a decade for the moment 😭
@Dongbonghongkong
I put this on too, I don’t have a 2 seater bimmer unfortunately tho. I got a 4 door bimmer tho.
@ssspit
@@Dongbonghongkong works just the same 😎🫶🏾
@thelifeofenam322
Talk about goals!