Solo

Frank Ocean

About Solo

"Solo" is a song by American R&B singer Frank Ocean, released as a part of his 2016 studio album Blonde. Ocean wrote the song with frequent collaborator Malay Ho, and produced it with English musician James Blake. The song features additional vocals by American singer Jazmine Sullivan, who previously appeared on Ocean's visual album Endless. The track charted at number 96 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, despite not being released as a single.


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2016
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Hand me a towel I'm dirty dancing by myself
Gone off tabs of that acid
Form me a circle, watch my jagger
Might lose my jacket and hit a solo
One time
We too loud in public then police turned down the function
Now we outside and the timing's perfect
Forgot to tell you, gotta tell you how much I vibe with you
And we don't gotta be solo
Now stay away from highways
My eyes like them red lights
Right now I prefer yellow
Red-bone, so mellow
F*ck 'round, be cutting you
Think we were better off solo
I got that act right in the Windy city that night
No trees to blow through
But blow me and I owe you
Two grams when the sunrise
Smoking good, rolling solo

Solo, solo
Solo, solo
S-solo, solo
S-solo, solo
It's hell on Earth and the city's on fire
Inhale, in hell there's heaven
There's a bull and a matador dueling in the sky
Inhale, in hell there's heaven
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Solo, solo
Solo, solo

I'm skipping showers and switching socks, sleeping good and long
Bones feeling dense as f*ck, wish a nigga would cross
And catch a solo, on time
White leaf on my boxers, green leaf turn to vapors for the low
And that mean cheap, cause ain't shit free and I know it
Even love ain't, cause it's enough cost, that clinic kill my soul
But you gotta hit the pussy raw though
Now your baby momma ain't so vicious, all she want is her Pickett fence
And you protest and you picket sign, but them courts won't side with you
Won't let you fly solo
I wanted that act right in Colorado that night
I brought trees to blow through, but it's just me and no you
Stayed up 'til my phone died, smoking big, rolling solo

It's hell on Earth and the city's on fire
Inhale, in hell there's heaven
There's a bull and a matador dueling in the sky
Inhale, in hell there's heaven
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Solo, solo
Solo, solo
By myself
Solo, solo
Solo, solo

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Frank Ocean

Christopher Francis Ocean (born Christopher Breaux; October 28, 1987), better known by his stage name Frank Ocean, is an American singer-songwriter from New Orleans, Louisiana. Ocean's early career was as a ghostwriter for artists such as Brandy, Justin Bieber, and John Legend. In 2010, he became a member of alternative hip hop collective OFWGKTA, and his debut mixtape, Nostalgia, Ultra, was released the following year to critical acclaim. He released two singles: "Novacane" and 'Swim Good", which both achieved chart success. The mixtape gained the interest of recording artists such as Kanye West, Beyoncé Knowles and Jay-Z, and he consequently appeared on West and Jay-Z's Watch the Throne album. more »

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Written by: Ommas Keith-Graham, Charles M. Njapa, Todd Harry Rundgren, Charles Christopher Breaux, Mikey Alfred, Dave Allen, Hugo Burnham, Sage Elsesser, Andy Gill, Jon King, James Ryan Wuihun Ho

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Artist Recognition
"Solo" is a song by American singer and songwriter Frank Ocean, included in his second studio album "Blonde" released in 2016.
Production Collaborators
The production of the song "Solo" involved not just Frank Ocean but also James Blake, a notable British musician, known for his distinctive fusion of electronic music and soul.
Lyrical Theme - Kid Cudi's Influence
The song includes lyrical references to Kid Cudi's work, especially from his 2009 album ‘Man on the Moon: The End of Day.’ Frank Ocean reveals his admiration for Cudi openly.
Unique Musical Elements
The song does not follow the typical verse-chorus-bridge structure of most pop songs, instead, it unfolds more like a stream of consciousness, adding to its unique appeal.
Special Recognition
"Solo" was named "Best New Track" by Pitchfork and it is recognized as one of the standouts of "Blonde."
Emotional Appeal
The song is a reflection of Frank Ocean's loneliness and solitude, his struggles with drugs, and his search for love. Its raw and personal lyrics have struck a chord with many listeners, generating a range of emotional responses.
Top Ranking
The song secured the 38th spot on the US Billboard Hot R&B Songs.
Critical Acclaim
"Solo" has been praised by critics for its production, lyrics, and Ocean's vocal performance.
Music Critics' Choice
NME ranked "Solo" at number 15 on their list of the "Best Songs of 2016."
Live Performances
Despite its popularity, Frank Ocean has rarely performed this song live. His live performances have been known for their emotional intensity and minimalism, similar to the aesthetic of the song itself.
Two-Part Narrative
The track features two narratives about being alone. Additionally, Frank Ocean also created a wordplay with “Solo”, in ANOTHER track called “Solo (Reprise) with Andre 3000.
Cinematic Reference
The song quotes a line from the movie “Atlanta”, thus showcasing Frank Ocean’s interest in cinema and his ability to interweave different cultural references into his music.

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