I honestly already wanna go back :) I did another listen this morning, really digging it, and I thought, "Ah man... the first time is already gone." It hit well though, so the experience was had 👍
First time I listened to blonde I thought it was weird. Didn't connect with it. I was expecting channel orange 2.0. Now it's one of my favorite albums of all time.
I hear people say this all the time but am I the only one that didn’t like it at first? I mean I liked nights but that was it. It took me like 4-5 tries for this album to really hit for me. Edit: didn’t see the previous dudes comment guess I’m not alone lol
"This album is about identity. The album name is blond(e). The feminine spelling of the word is 'Blonde' which reflects the tone of the first half of the album which is light, happily melodic and has imagery of summer. Then, in 'Nights' there is a beat switch which is exactly halfway in the album (at 30minutes in the hour long project). This beat switch signifies the volta in tone to the other (masculine) side - 'Blond' The feel is much more brutal, delves into his character and is harsh in it's realities and ideas. This duality in the album of the both sides mirrors his sexuality, identity and mentality throughout." - copyed from another video but i love this comment
It's pretty wild that he swaps the entire mood of the album in one beat. When I gave it another listen this morning, it surprised me how much lighter it initially felt because I had memories of it being darker in tone... but that's because I had ended on the back-half. Definitely a neat mechanic within the album.
The rapper on solo (reprise) is Andre 3000 from OutKast, possibly the best rap group of all time, you should definitely check out their music. Aquemini in particular, old school but different
My guy. You’ve got the lyrics on in front of you. That is something NOBODY else does and something that is so so so important to someone’s impression of a song. Kudos
Denton and that other small TH-camr do it. Also personally I think it’s better to experience the album sonically before you try and tackle the lyrical content, but that’s just my opinion
@@sebc.416 yeah for me if i concentrate on lyrics while listening i get distracted and dont appreciate the music as much. tbf its personal preference on how you can concentrate but for me i like to listen to the music fully first listen
@@sebc.416 I sort of agree, but then you’re only ever getting like MAYBE half of what the album truly is. It’s not a good way to go about videos like this, but a good way to approach an album for personal listening
@@bobdylanlovr69 yeah kinda less fun seeing someone just nodding and commenting about the flow and the beat. But this method can't work really well for all music either
Listening to this album after a breakup is like dousing a flesh wound with peroxide. Man this one album has gotten so many people through their heartbreaks, it’s specific enough to feel like he’s retelling his own personal experiences but just vague enough to apply to everyone and all their facets of life. To quote Apple Music, its a “metaphysical breakup album”.
I had a rough, rough break-up when this album came up. 2 weeks into the incident, I've never cried about it and it kinda confused me. Then I listened to this at work and I started sobbing uncontrollably at White Ferrari. Till now, it's one of my favorite album ever, but I can only listen to this in certain moods.
This was the album that I listened to right as I went through a horrible breakup. I’ve always loved Frank, but this is a special album to me. Got the vinyl and everything.
You mentioned Godspeed as feeling like the last song, here’s what Frank said about the song: “I wrote a story in the middle - it’s called ‘Godspeed’. It’s basically a reimagined part of my boyhood. Boys do cry, but I don’t think I shed a tear for a good chunk of my teenage years. It’s surprisingly my favourite part of my life so far. Surprising, to me, because the current phase is what I was asking the cosmos for when I was a kid. Maybe that part had it’s rough stretches too, but in my rearview mirror it’s getting small enough to convince myself it was all good. And really though… It’s still all good.” Futura Free is the actual last song, but it can be seen as more of a reflection and look ahead, while Godspeed is the thematic closer.
"but in my rearview mirror it’s getting small enough to convince myself it was all good." That's some real thoughtful stuff. He acknowledges that he doesn't remember much of the rough patches but it was good in the holistic sense. IDK maybe i'm just meat riding tho
I get a lot of great comments, but this one is an absolute treasure to me. As someone who grew up listening to music with his dad and now listens to music with his son in the same fashion, I fully appreciate the joy that can come from enjoying music together. Tell him to be patient, both with himself and the music. It will take time to adjust. Show him the lyrics that matter to you the most. Explain how they connect to other songs and other artists, how the sounds link with what you're feeling when you hear a song you love. Share it all, man. Even if he never gets to the point where he loves the music on his own, he'll learn so much more about you and what makes you tick, what your fears are, what your hopes and dreams are. It's all any father ever wants in a relationship with his son. Godspeed, you two. Enjoy the ride ❤🤘
@@bobthepoppop It’s amazing how you’re able to write such nice responses to almost all the comments! Thank you so much for this I’m gonna go show it to my dad
@@justinorozco8911nothing better than a relationship with a dad where you can share with each other the things your interested in, almost a swap of times. Awesome man!
I think Ivy is Frank's best song. One of the most heartbreaking songs I've ever heard, I was in tears when I first heard it, and I don't remember a song ever producing such a visceral reaction from me (maybe Only One by Kanye too). Ivy is honestly hard for me to listen to it now, if a song can give you that strong of a reaction, it's one of the best ever. I can't say I relate to the specific lyrics, but every time I hear it, a lot of memories run through my head, you have to be in the right headspace to really take it in.
The beautiful thing about this album is how it can attach to different experiences in life and make you Appreciate each listen even more. Completely cohesive at an overall listen, but uniquely applicable to everybody.
This is what can be so great about lyrics that are not cut and dry in their meaning. I love when things are not perfectly clear (when it makes sense) in a song because it opens up the song to everyone. Add on these rich, subtle tones like Frank has in this album and you get pure magic
This is one of those albums that starts out great but just gets more nuanced and complex the more you listen to it. I’ve listened to it front to back over 100 times since it’s release and it’s still sounding better than ever.
tyler the creator founded the group odd future in the early 2010s which had artists like tyler, frank ocean, earl sweatshirt and more, which is why frank was on many of tyler’s older songs
Its reached that spot for me as well, I swear Im still finding new things after so many listens. My favorite track changes every couple of months it feels like.
Idk If anyone else has already mentioned this but Blonde was released independently. It was a big f**k you to his record label because he released his album "Endless" (under the record label) just the day before. So Endless was a lot rougher around the edges and in some sense a throwaway album (its gotten a reappraisal by fans) just to fulfill his contract and be able to release Blonde without any infringements on his artistic vision for the album. I mention this because you talked about how cool it is that the record label approved some of the songs on this album lol
It's an important thing to know. That means he couldn't do it before which goes to show how idiotic some of these labels can be. Gotta trust the artists and let them be who they are. Can you imagine if Frank had not done that and Blonde never existed because of it? And how many amazing pieces of work have been lost because of braindead decisions by labels? Just kills me to think about it
@@trvyycrtr2206 it basically was because he released blond the day after endless , it doesn’t mean endless is bad but frank wanted out of the record label deal so he released endless to go independent , he finessed 20 million by doing that
Bob, you're reaction to Blonde gave me chills, man, I have to say. You see, I've seen most [if not all] Blonde reaction videos, and in most of them the person is both surprised and amazed, but also weirded out by some of Frank's music, particularly the pitch change Frank does, as at the end of Ivy, for example. You're legitimately the only one that was open-minded and quick enough to grasp that what you were listening to was not only music but a story being told. You listened to the end of Ivy, but instead of being judgmental, you had your arms wide open, trying to understand the feeling that "weird" sound was conveying, the story it was trying to tell you. Frank said in an interview he was a storyteller, and you just demonstrated that beautifully throughout this whole video. Thank you for this!
Dude I really like what you said at the beginning, you already earned my respect for you actually open your music ear and just listen. It is really cool how you just told us that you would clear your mind and just listen and see if you like it. Appriciate that. From a big Frankie fan
Very pleasantly surprised you like this album so much! I'm happy to be proven wrong, definitely thought you wouldn't like this due to how low energy it is, even though it has plenty to offer to make up for that (Siegfried is likely the best RnB song I've ever heard and is one of my favorite songs ever across any genre) Makes me think you'd absolutely digggg Earl Sweatshirt between the music and the insane lyricism EDIT: Also a less popular suggestion, but if you want more Blonde-adjacent shit that's also incredibly good, check out Moses Sumney (either album works, both are superb and Moses is likely the most underrated person working in music today)
It's been a tough battle for Earl on my list, but he is fighting his way closer and closer to the top. He's been mentioned to me from almost day one. I gotta give him a listen
@@bobthepoppop I think earl’s most recent album “some rap songs” is a top 5 rap album of all time, but when you do earl first you should react to Doris probably, and then eventually get up to some rap songs.
seigfried oh my god. the struggle for identity and self-discovery bounded by the lack of courage to step outside, despite this ever-present feeling that outside is where nirvana lies. for me, that mental outside has literally, like he says, been reduced to a dream within a dream of a thought. man, this song connects with me so intimately it almost feels like im living as an idea from franks mind.
White Ferrari was, and still is, my favorite song off of the album as well. I don’t think I’ve ever heard a song that fully encapsulates such emotion. I could go on and on about the morose lyrics, the rich instrumentation, and the overwhelming sense of acceptance. Feeling deep sadness but coming to terms with it. It will always hold a special place in my heart.
Loving your channel Bob! You're very naturally intellectual, well-spoken, and open to new things! It's fun to watch! My favorite artist is Childish Gambino. Idk if anyone has suggested him or his albums but Because The Internet would be perfect for you. Think Kendrick and Frank Ocean with a little Tyler!
I've seen countless Blonde reactions, this one is my favorite because you took your time to rewind certain parts, you're going over the lyrics a lot, and I like the longer edit style I think this is your best video so far!
It's been years since this album dropped and it still sticks with me. It's kind of like a palate cleanser. It strips things down to the basics. Before Blonde, I used to think of music as a form of escapism. I would blast loud and heavy music to drown out my thoughts I was trying to avoid. But when I listened to Blonde for the first time, I noticed that there was so much empty space. It was almost uncomfortable how minimal everything felt. However, after multiple listens I realized that each and every small detail was purposeful. With every listen, I would pick up on more and more details. At the same time, the hard feelings I was experiencing would also reveal themselves to me. I feel like ever since Blonde came out, I've been on my journey of self discovery. I've had feelings of shame, guilt, self-hatred, and isolation. And through it all, this album has been there for me. Almost like a companion that I can rely on when I need to feel better. P.S. Seigfried is my favorite by far (Copy and pasted this from another blonde reaction cuz I really like what I said haha)
Not sure if you mention this later on, but you said at the start you aren’t sure if you’ve heard frank ocean before. He actually was in the second Tyler the creator song you ever listened to, She. He did the opening verse and the chorus, and was present in a lot of Tyler’s music throughout the years. Cool cuz you kind of went full circle and came back to him.
I had figured he was on some of Tyler's work as him name was vaguely familiar, but I couldn't recall what songs he was involved with or what his voice sounded like
It’s so impressive watching you listen to songs I’ve heard before and come away with an understanding that I hadn’t thought of but makes perfect sense great job keep it up 👍
your reaction to white ferrari is priceless. it touches so many aspects of the song and of music in general. it’s so simple but at the same time it’s so deep. best song ever made
I am going to be completely "frank" with you...(lame pun intended), but as loving Frank Oceans Channel Orange album, and basically anything that came out from Tyler, Earl, or anyone from that "group", it took a while for me to enjoy this album. I truly think it's one of those that you more appreciate at certain times in your life. I had gotten out of a 9-year relationship, was feeling extremely low on myself, and had this album playing while making coffee one morning. It just clicked, and not only did I enjoy it, but I would become almost in a trance with my headphones on. It was beyond therapeutic for me. I can only name a couple more albums that have that same effect on me. Others are Mac Miller's "Swimming", Kanye's "808's", Radiohead's "Kid A". I don't get angry or disappointed when someone doesn't get it right away. Some of my favorite albums are ones I didn't appreciate or understand at first. Perspective and living some life is needed for certain things to click, but when it does it's extremely beautiful. It got me to want to learn music and I picked up the piano because of this album. I will always adore this album for evolving me emotionally. For simply being there, when my friends or family wasn't able to help me. Not that they didn't try, but I was so closed off from everyone because of my breakup, and Frank gave me the confidence and hope to get my life back, and just live again without pressure. In all honestly, you have become my favorite reacter, and one of my favorite people on TH-cam. The honesty is transparent and makes consuming your content enjoyable. It's been a thrill to see you grow, it's beyond deserved. Have a lovely, and peaceful weekend! EDIT: Infinite kudos for mentioning Fiona Apple. Your other tastes in music make me confident that you'll connect with a lot of these albums that I previously may have thought differently a few weeks ago. It's not only nice to see you evolve in your musical journey, but to also learn more about you, as well.
Thank you so much, Wesley. This is amazing to read. I'm glad you're enjoying this musical ride as much as I am. I think it's great that this album led you into playing the piano. It shows how much power it has and how it can reach people in so many different ways. '808s' has been on my list for awhile, 'Swimming' has been added, and Kid A has always been one of my favorites. Cheers again for the incredible comment 🍻
bob is genuinely so wise, that's the word, wise, I wouldn't expect to watch this whole thing, but I did in its entirety, and the little tangents and rants were so beautifully worded it's hard to believe they were off the top of your head, its poetry how you came up with those interpretations themselves.
I cried while u were listening to White Ferrari because even the snippets got me… so atmospheric, introspective, soft and beautiful (and I don’t cry to songs often)
i've been listening to this album -every now and then- since it was released but this was the first time i actually sat down and looked up the lyrics. It's actually crazy! I am now taking driving lessons and once i get my hand on a driving license, the first thing im doing is: Go on a car ride and just play the whole album (the other album i want to also do the same for is Mac Miller's Swimming in Circles). it's been the thing that's motivating me to work harder on my driving. (i live in France, the driving exams here aren't as easy as the ones they do in the US and other). Blonde is such a phenomenal project.
Loved that you picked up the transition from Be yourself into solo and how he contradicts the voicemail message from his mother. The song really plays on the solo and “so low” - you did pick this up right! And from Pink & White it continues the theme of everything going downhill from that point. You picked up on a lot of things and understood them perfectly especially on your first listen.
You should definitely check out Sometimes I might be Introvert by Little Simz. It actually dropped this year and it is easily my favorite album of 2021. The production alone makes this album legendary.
Seigfried has always been such a favorite track since I've been a huge Elliott Smith fan for years. That bridge uses lyrics from Elliott's song, "A Fond Farewell", on his posthumous album. Really cool to see an artist incorporate so many different influences from across the board of music. Much love to Frank and I loved this vid!
keep doing what your doing you're doing it right this one of the best first reactions to this album I've ever seen, super real, super personal, the heart of what discovering new music is about
1:04:13 "The record company approves it is ok with it" The irony. Little does bob know the music label politics that had to happen for this album to drop the way it did.
@@bobthepoppop Well the album most likely still would've saw the light of dasy. If you have time I would suggest watching this videonit's a very intresting sitiation with Blonde's release. th-cam.com/video/EIz8nlyQNJY/w-d-xo.html
Some thoughts and fun facts: in white ferrari at the end of the third verse, kanye sings the word "Love" The interview at the end of futura free is conducted by Frank's little brother, Ryan, who has unfortunately passed away last year The beat switch in nights is set not only in the middle of the song, but in the middle of the whole album and splits the project in two halves. The album is rounded at 60 minutes.
only writing this comment about 45 minutes into the video so I know you haven't heard futura free yet but I love hearing people's reactions to frank before they find out he isn't straight. for all of the prevalent themes of love on the album he very rarely writes about it in gendered terms, I think it brings so much life and liberation to his lyrics, it makes the experience of listening to his music and relating to it so universal. love the video, thanks.
@@bobthepoppop you might be my favorite youtuber. Really look up to you and hope I’m still as passionate as I am about music later on in life as I am right now
You should give The Weeknd’s “Trilogy” a try. It’s an album which puts 3 of his mixtapes in one album, adding a bonus track to each mixtape. You could split up the videos and do a mixtape each. I think the dark vibe and pure honesty would be more up your alley. Sidenote, you might enjoy his second album “Kissland” too.
you’re my favorite reaction channel, i enjoy hearing your perspectives on different genres and music, and i really appreciate your open mindness to take on music. keep it up !
Also Bob, something to ponder on when listening to r&b in the future, the 'sappy' kind, I agree it's unrealistic that the artist will feel that way forever, but that's the point. Capturing that high of highs on record for people to enjoy when going through or remembering that same feeling
@@JaiOfficial2795 Dude, one of these I'm going to create a meetup for some peeps in my area and chill with some beers. There was some interest during one of my livestreams. I wanna make that shit happen! 🍻
Loves that you mentioned "Daughter" and "London Grammar" very seldom do I hear them mentioned (as much as they should be), and they're both Great bands! 🙏🏽. Pleasant surprise Bob! 🤘🏼🤟🏼
His album channel orange is a more digestible classic. Lyrics are more straight forward but still pack A PUNCH. Welcome to some of the best music in the past 25 years
The interview at the end of Futura Free is actually Frank’s little step brother who unfortunately died in a car crash last year. He was really important to Frank and after he died Frank deleted everything off his social media and stopped shipping orders from his website and he has only very recently come back into the public eye.
I fucking love watching people who otherwise would probably never listen to certain music if it wasn't for TH-cam or Spotify to end up loving it. I went through a similar thing and seeing others go through the same journey is just pure joy. Looking forward to more. Godspeed.
The idea of Tyler and Frank together is hilarious to me but I see why your mind went there lol 😅 They're more like brothers if anything. Frank was pretty much the first major name in Hip Hop/RnB to ever come out the closet. He wrote an open letter after his first album Channel Orange got leaked and the rumours started to spread on the internet, thankfully the response was (mostly) positive. Also, I love Radiohead! They're definitely the type of band that Frank does get inspiration from so you're probably not far off. This might be my favourite reaction you've done (no surprise as its one of my favourite albums ever😊) Self Control, Nights and Seigfried are my Top 3 songs.
I usually don't watch nor like reaction videos because they always seem fake to me or the reactions are just over the top to please the audience. But recently I discovered your channel with your yeezus reaction video (it probably popped up because I have been a long time huge Kanye fan) and I just love your honnesty in these reactions and it's heartwarming to see somebody opening up to new styles of music. Keep doing what you're doing !
God this review made me realize this is probably one of my favorite albums ever made. You have beautiful interpretations of a lot of the topics on this album man. SUBBED!
If you're interested in listening to other R&B albums then I highly recommend Voodoo or Black Messiah by D'Angelo, and if you like them then also check out Brown Sugar by him as well. All three are considered to be classic albums
33:12 I just noticed how Frank told the listener subtly about the difference between solo and so low by having once a „by himself“ so the listener can wonder why he mentions it if he already said solo but then u realize shit: frank is expressing two things at once. Its just great songwriting/presentation i think
It is an organ on Solo. Maybe my favorite song on the album. Also, Jonny Greenwood of Radiohead did orchestration on some of this album. I'd highly recommend listening to this album without looking at lyrics at some point, just to appreciate the musicality of everything more
Man, White Ferrari gets me every time, my first girlfriend back in highschool would always tell me this album was boring when i’d play it around her, when really I was trying to let her know how I saw our relationship spiraling down and I didn’t know how to save it because I wanted it more than she did. Ultimately we broke up and this album hit me even harder. Awesome content, I love going through music and reading into all the lyrics as you’re doing and enjoy seeing some of the first impressions other people get and comparing them to what I thought was implied. Got my subscription and thumbs up for sure
Never watched any of your videos and usually I steer clear from full reactions but I was very pleasantly surprised. Great insight and genuinely entertaining. Really great stuff
I liked this album when it first came out but it took about 10 listens to click but when it did I still feel as though I’ve never resonated with any work of art so deeply
You’re by far my favorite review channel. You’re so open minded. I love you for it. Anthony fantano could never. Even when you don’t understand something that’s so clear to me, you’re open minded.
One of my all time favorites. I remember I didn't like it in the first listening because of the pitched vocals in Nikes. I'm glad I gave it a second opportunity, such an incredible album.
I would give anything to hear this album for the first time again. I appreciate that you kept an open mind and saw this masterpiece for what it is - art. An artist pouring himself into something and creating something special. We are lucky to live in a time where we can share our interests in this way. Keep on doing your thing man.
Please give kid cudi’s “ Man on The Moon: The end of day” a reaction. The deluxe version too. I feel like you’ll enjoy it since you said you admired a musician who can freely express their struggles and the adversities they go through and incorporate it into their music. He is a massive inspiration to many dealing with depression and anxiety. He completely revolutionized hip hop, by being one of the most introspective and innovative rappers of the 2010s.
I really appreciate how deep you go into the lyrics. Most people who react to this album focus on the instrumentation which in and of itself is amazing but the lyrics are almost an instrument on their own and a lot of people don't want to take the time to actually try to understand what the feeling he is to portray is. I relate it to Outkast's Hey Ya! where the lyrics are quite depressing buried under happy music. I hope everyone watches this just so that they don't fall into the majority of people and actually appreciate the meaning behind the music. It took me like 5 years of replaying the album to pick up on a lot of what he was talking about and now in my opinion with all things considered it is one of the best albums that's ever been produced. Really enjoyed the video! You should react to Channel Orange next! I also want to add some praise to Frank of how well he can really capture moments in time with music and then be able to portray those moments to the listeners. In my opinion he is the only one in the music industry that can do this as well as he does. I was happy to see how you picked up on that!
fun fact this was released independently as a way to get out of his record deal and win 20 million dollars this still went #1 on billboards as a independent release !!
you have no idea how much I've needed to slow things down and take my time with things recently. And your video makes me feel like I'm doing that, for me, or as if i'm learning how to do that from you. it calms me down. thank you
finding your channel has been so fun for me, its so cool seeing someone react to things they’re completely new to with no bias. your reactions are so curious and genuine and you’re even giving me new perspectives on things i’ve listened to so many times. truly amazing stuff.
Love the open mindedness, we understand a lot of this music can be hard to get or understand since you're deep diving into it. There is a lot of acquired taste involved so the first listen isn't always gonna do it for everyone
Man I really love this videos, they are so unique and I love how respectful you are to each artist and their art, it's so interesting how you share your perspective in each verse and how you chop each part of each song in every way posible, it definitely gave me a new way to analyze my favorite albums, I really appreciate it, I'm a huge fan, saludos from Mexico!
in Nikes - "his girl keep the scales, a little mermaid" - I've always assumed that relates to weighing scales as in to obsessing over body weight (eating disorder). and then the mermaid bc of connotations to beauty, impossibility, fantasy, siren (the evilness of beauty?)
Blond (to me) was like a onion and peeling away at its layers. At my first listen I remember I was outside on my skateboard and just hearing ambience songs and getting bored until solo(reprised) but a month later I put it on again, then again, then Nights came on at like 2am laying in my bed at Night and it clicked for me. After that I have gained such a large amount of appreciation for blond and I've discovered parts of songs after like the 30th listen. I will always be grateful for this and the impact it has had on me and everyone who it has clicked with
Love the video, your reactions give me so much more perspective on artists and albums that I love and helps me think about aspects I wouldn't have thought of because I am so closely attached to the music. Keep it up!
the fact that you get/got to hear blonde for the first time is something i’ll forever envy man. such a timeless album.
I honestly already wanna go back :)
I did another listen this morning, really digging it, and I thought, "Ah man... the first time is already gone." It hit well though, so the experience was had 👍
you did it too
I haven't listened to it yet and I'm about to now bc of this comment!
First time I listened to blonde I thought it was weird. Didn't connect with it. I was expecting channel orange 2.0. Now it's one of my favorite albums of all time.
I hear people say this all the time but am I the only one that didn’t like it at first? I mean I liked nights but that was it. It took me like 4-5 tries for this album to really hit for me.
Edit: didn’t see the previous dudes comment guess I’m not alone lol
"This album is about identity. The album name is blond(e). The feminine spelling of the word is 'Blonde' which reflects the tone of the first half of the album which is light, happily melodic and has imagery of summer. Then, in 'Nights' there is a beat switch which is exactly halfway in the album (at 30minutes in the hour long project). This beat switch signifies the volta in tone to the other (masculine) side - 'Blond' The feel is much more brutal, delves into his character and is harsh in it's realities and ideas. This duality in the album of the both sides mirrors his sexuality, identity and mentality throughout." - copyed from another video but i love this comment
I love blonde I listen to it everyday and I never knew this. Makes complete sense tho. Thx for the comment lol cuz that’s dope
It's pretty wild that he swaps the entire mood of the album in one beat. When I gave it another listen this morning, it surprised me how much lighter it initially felt because I had memories of it being darker in tone... but that's because I had ended on the back-half. Definitely a neat mechanic within the album.
I feel like it's an emotional shift on nights
The rapper on solo (reprise) is Andre 3000 from OutKast, possibly the best rap group of all time, you should definitely check out their music. Aquemini in particular, old school but different
literally had to ss this cuz this analysis is js that good
My guy. You’ve got the lyrics on in front of you. That is something NOBODY else does and something that is so so so important to someone’s impression of a song. Kudos
Denton and that other small TH-camr do it. Also personally I think it’s better to experience the album sonically before you try and tackle the lyrical content, but that’s just my opinion
@@sebc.416 yeah for me if i concentrate on lyrics while listening i get distracted and dont appreciate the music as much. tbf its personal preference on how you can concentrate but
for me i like to listen to the music fully first listen
@@sebc.416 I sort of agree, but then you’re only ever getting like MAYBE half of what the album truly is. It’s not a good way to go about videos like this, but a good way to approach an album for personal listening
my guy my dude
@@bobdylanlovr69 yeah kinda less fun seeing someone just nodding and commenting about the flow and the beat. But this method can't work really well for all music either
Self Control makes me cry. Not even sure why, but it hits something deep and hidden. And I even got teary-eyed when this reaction got to that track.
It's that guitar lick, man. Just perfect. Throw Frank singing some great lines on top and it's pure beauty
Goosebumps and tears every time
@@middlefinger22 fr
looks like sounds make you cry bro
@@liluminati9791 yah brah, do sho brah shiiiit brah, bruh whoa
Listening to this album after a breakup is like dousing a flesh wound with peroxide. Man this one album has gotten so many people through their heartbreaks, it’s specific enough to feel like he’s retelling his own personal experiences but just vague enough to apply to everyone and all their facets of life. To quote Apple Music, its a “metaphysical breakup album”.
It's killer in that respect. Therapy for the soul floating in through your ear.
This album has gotten me through the last 6 years
Its not a breakup album tho
I had a rough, rough break-up when this album came up. 2 weeks into the incident, I've never cried about it and it kinda confused me. Then I listened to this at work and I started sobbing uncontrollably at White Ferrari. Till now, it's one of my favorite album ever, but I can only listen to this in certain moods.
This was the album that I listened to right as I went through a horrible breakup. I’ve always loved Frank, but this is a special album to me. Got the vinyl and everything.
About Radiohead and Frank's parallels, Jonny Greenwood actually arranged the strings on Seigfried.
What ? Wow.
Well... there ya go, lol
Also frank ocean references his love for Radiohead on a couple tracks on the mixtape Nostalgia Ultra
@@ianhosbach2640 "What's a Radiohead?"
@@bugskull-d7o band
You mentioned Godspeed as feeling like the last song, here’s what Frank said about the song:
“I wrote a story in the middle - it’s called ‘Godspeed’. It’s basically a reimagined part of my boyhood. Boys do cry, but I don’t think I shed a tear for a good chunk of my teenage years. It’s surprisingly my favourite part of my life so far. Surprising, to me, because the current phase is what I was asking the cosmos for when I was a kid. Maybe that part had it’s rough stretches too, but in my rearview mirror it’s getting small enough to convince myself it was all good. And really though… It’s still all good.”
Futura Free is the actual last song, but it can be seen as more of a reflection and look ahead, while Godspeed is the thematic closer.
What a quote
Very interesting, thank you for this
@@ZuhairKhouri2003 Frank is a very special person
"but in my rearview mirror it’s getting small enough to convince myself it was all good." That's some real thoughtful stuff. He acknowledges that he doesn't remember much of the rough patches but it was good in the holistic sense. IDK maybe i'm just meat riding tho
Absolutely love what you’re doing Bob. I showed your open-mindness to my father and he is now giving rap music a try! Love the content
W dad
This is the best case scenario that could have happened by him creating this YT channel
I get a lot of great comments, but this one is an absolute treasure to me. As someone who grew up listening to music with his dad and now listens to music with his son in the same fashion, I fully appreciate the joy that can come from enjoying music together. Tell him to be patient, both with himself and the music. It will take time to adjust. Show him the lyrics that matter to you the most. Explain how they connect to other songs and other artists, how the sounds link with what you're feeling when you hear a song you love. Share it all, man. Even if he never gets to the point where he loves the music on his own, he'll learn so much more about you and what makes you tick, what your fears are, what your hopes and dreams are. It's all any father ever wants in a relationship with his son. Godspeed, you two. Enjoy the ride ❤🤘
@@bobthepoppop It’s amazing how you’re able to write such nice responses to almost all the comments! Thank you so much for this I’m gonna go show it to my dad
@@justinorozco8911nothing better than a relationship with a dad where you can share with each other the things your interested in, almost a swap of times. Awesome man!
I think Ivy is Frank's best song. One of the most heartbreaking songs I've ever heard, I was in tears when I first heard it, and I don't remember a song ever producing such a visceral reaction from me (maybe Only One by Kanye too). Ivy is honestly hard for me to listen to it now, if a song can give you that strong of a reaction, it's one of the best ever. I can't say I relate to the specific lyrics, but every time I hear it, a lot of memories run through my head, you have to be in the right headspace to really take it in.
Someone finally said it🙌🏾.
For me its his worst song :/
@@itsberzerk9279 how
@@Mike_LULW7 like the chord progression is so already heard and thr singing type is just stereotypical and generic for me idk
this, but with pink + white for me
I love watching Bob dissect lyrics, I find his interpretations so interesting
The beautiful thing about this album is how it can attach to different experiences in life and make you
Appreciate each listen even more. Completely cohesive at an overall listen, but uniquely applicable to everybody.
@@Theleisurecafe bro havin a stroke inna bob the pop pop comment section
@@Theleisurecafe i couldn't agree more man
@@gavinmahoney5402 my 1 year old must have done this
This is what can be so great about lyrics that are not cut and dry in their meaning. I love when things are not perfectly clear (when it makes sense) in a song because it opens up the song to everyone. Add on these rich, subtle tones like Frank has in this album and you get pure magic
@@bobthepoppop well put. Also agreed, OP.
This is one of those albums that starts out great but just gets more nuanced and complex the more you listen to it. I’ve listened to it front to back over 100 times since it’s release and it’s still sounding better than ever.
Yup, it's already happening with me and I'm so excited about it lol
tyler the creator founded the group odd future in the early 2010s which had artists like tyler, frank ocean, earl sweatshirt and more, which is why frank was on many of tyler’s older songs
this is in my top 5 favorite albums I’ve ever listened to in my life
I'm not sure where I would rank it if I listed every album I've ever listened to , but its definitely a special all time great album for me too.
I smoke weed & get high on my TH-cam channel plus i also do storytime videos !🤒
Its reached that spot for me as well, I swear Im still finding new things after so many listens. My favorite track changes every couple of months it feels like.
@@sumo._ same man, I remember when I first listened to pretty sweet, I was like wtf why?years later im saying wtf how ? mind blowing
This is top 1 nothing has hit like this 10/10
Idk If anyone else has already mentioned this but Blonde was released independently. It was a big f**k you to his record label because he released his album "Endless" (under the record label) just the day before. So Endless was a lot rougher around the edges and in some sense a throwaway album (its gotten a reappraisal by fans) just to fulfill his contract and be able to release Blonde without any infringements on his artistic vision for the album.
I mention this because you talked about how cool it is that the record label approved some of the songs on this album lol
It's an important thing to know. That means he couldn't do it before which goes to show how idiotic some of these labels can be. Gotta trust the artists and let them be who they are. Can you imagine if Frank had not done that and Blonde never existed because of it? And how many amazing pieces of work have been lost because of braindead decisions by labels? Just kills me to think about it
to be fair, endless is also fucking great
did u just say that endless is a fucking throwaway album
Endless is just as good as blonde
@@trvyycrtr2206 it basically was because he released blond the day after endless , it doesn’t mean endless is bad but frank wanted out of the record label deal so he released endless to go independent , he finessed 20 million by doing that
“He’s really thinking about this girl” lmao
literally scrolling down looking for a comment like this
hes bi, it could be
@@yahard42 I’m aware lol but it’s not
@@pashwayar you’re the love interest?
@@Watupfrancoyall act stupid for no reason it’s about a guy get over it
The Solo (Reprise) verse is from Andre 3000 of Outkast, a duo you definitely need to check out in the future.
I love Outkast
Bob, you're reaction to Blonde gave me chills, man, I have to say. You see, I've seen most [if not all] Blonde reaction videos, and in most of them the person is both surprised and amazed, but also weirded out by some of Frank's music, particularly the pitch change Frank does, as at the end of Ivy, for example. You're legitimately the only one that was open-minded and quick enough to grasp that what you were listening to was not only music but a story being told. You listened to the end of Ivy, but instead of being judgmental, you had your arms wide open, trying to understand the feeling that "weird" sound was conveying, the story it was trying to tell you. Frank said in an interview he was a storyteller, and you just demonstrated that beautifully throughout this whole video. Thank you for this!
Dude I really like what you said at the beginning, you already earned my respect for you actually open your music ear and just listen. It is really cool how you just told us that you would clear your mind and just listen and see if you like it. Appriciate that. From a big Frankie fan
Very pleasantly surprised you like this album so much! I'm happy to be proven wrong, definitely thought you wouldn't like this due to how low energy it is, even though it has plenty to offer to make up for that (Siegfried is likely the best RnB song I've ever heard and is one of my favorite songs ever across any genre)
Makes me think you'd absolutely digggg Earl Sweatshirt between the music and the insane lyricism
EDIT: Also a less popular suggestion, but if you want more Blonde-adjacent shit that's also incredibly good, check out Moses Sumney (either album works, both are superb and Moses is likely the most underrated person working in music today)
He’d love Earl
It's been a tough battle for Earl on my list, but he is fighting his way closer and closer to the top. He's been mentioned to me from almost day one. I gotta give him a listen
@@bobthepoppop I think earl’s most recent album “some rap songs” is a top 5 rap album of all time, but when you do earl first you should react to Doris probably, and then eventually get up to some rap songs.
seigfried oh my god. the struggle for identity and self-discovery bounded by the lack of courage to step outside, despite this ever-present feeling that outside is where nirvana lies. for me, that mental outside has literally, like he says, been reduced to a dream within a dream of a thought. man, this song connects with me so intimately it almost feels like im living as an idea from franks mind.
In track 1 where you said he was talking about his buddies that passed, he was actually paying respects to recent victims of police brutality
Goddamn...
Ya when he says Trayvon looked just like me that always hits me hard.
ASAP Yams and Pimp C are victims of police brutality? 😂
@@Alva2k Trayvon was, bruh why the laughing emoji smh
@@ombenimunyamanzivideos3642 I'm not talking about Trayvon bruh can you read?
Bob is such a pure appreciator of music, it’s just so nice to know people like him exist
White Ferrari was, and still is, my favorite song off of the album as well. I don’t think I’ve ever heard a song that fully encapsulates such emotion. I could go on and on about the morose lyrics, the rich instrumentation, and the overwhelming sense of acceptance. Feeling deep sadness but coming to terms with it. It will always hold a special place in my heart.
Loving your channel Bob! You're very naturally intellectual, well-spoken, and open to new things! It's fun to watch! My favorite artist is Childish Gambino. Idk if anyone has suggested him or his albums but Because The Internet would be perfect for you. Think Kendrick and Frank Ocean with a little Tyler!
Internet has been suggested fairly often. Definitely one I'm interested in 👍
I've seen countless Blonde reactions, this one is my favorite because you took your time to rewind certain parts, you're going over the lyrics a lot, and I like the longer edit style I think this is your best video so far!
It's been years since this album dropped and it still sticks with me. It's kind of like a palate cleanser. It strips things down to the basics. Before Blonde, I used to think of music as a form of escapism. I would blast loud and heavy music to drown out my thoughts I was trying to avoid. But when I listened to Blonde for the first time, I noticed that there was so much empty space. It was almost uncomfortable how minimal everything felt. However, after multiple listens I realized that each and every small detail was purposeful. With every listen, I would pick up on more and more details. At the same time, the hard feelings I was experiencing would also reveal themselves to me. I feel like ever since Blonde came out, I've been on my journey of self discovery. I've had feelings of shame, guilt, self-hatred, and isolation. And through it all, this album has been there for me. Almost like a companion that I can rely on when I need to feel better.
P.S. Seigfried is my favorite by far
(Copy and pasted this from another blonde reaction cuz I really like what I said haha)
Beautifully written
Agreed
@@brianestepa2376 thank you :)
Not sure if you mention this later on, but you said at the start you aren’t sure if you’ve heard frank ocean before. He actually was in the second Tyler the creator song you ever listened to, She. He did the opening verse and the chorus, and was present in a lot of Tyler’s music throughout the years. Cool cuz you kind of went full circle and came back to him.
^ also he sings during the outro of new slaves by kanye
@@jamesklein1 also flower boy and wolf
I had figured he was on some of Tyler's work as him name was vaguely familiar, but I couldn't recall what songs he was involved with or what his voice sounded like
he also is on 2 songs on kanye and JZ’s collab album watch the throne
She is such a good song with 2 of my top 5 artists
It’s so impressive watching you listen to songs I’ve heard before and come away with an understanding that I hadn’t thought of but makes perfect sense great job keep it up 👍
your reaction to white ferrari is priceless. it touches so many aspects of the song and of music in general. it’s so simple but at the same time it’s so deep. best song ever made
I am going to be completely "frank" with you...(lame pun intended), but as loving Frank Oceans Channel Orange album, and basically anything that came out from Tyler, Earl, or anyone from that "group", it took a while for me to enjoy this album. I truly think it's one of those that you more appreciate at certain times in your life. I had gotten out of a 9-year relationship, was feeling extremely low on myself, and had this album playing while making coffee one morning. It just clicked, and not only did I enjoy it, but I would become almost in a trance with my headphones on. It was beyond therapeutic for me. I can only name a couple more albums that have that same effect on me. Others are Mac Miller's "Swimming", Kanye's "808's", Radiohead's "Kid A". I don't get angry or disappointed when someone doesn't get it right away. Some of my favorite albums are ones I didn't appreciate or understand at first. Perspective and living some life is needed for certain things to click, but when it does it's extremely beautiful. It got me to want to learn music and I picked up the piano because of this album. I will always adore this album for evolving me emotionally. For simply being there, when my friends or family wasn't able to help me. Not that they didn't try, but I was so closed off from everyone because of my breakup, and Frank gave me the confidence and hope to get my life back, and just live again without pressure.
In all honestly, you have become my favorite reacter, and one of my favorite people on TH-cam. The honesty is transparent and makes consuming your content enjoyable. It's been a thrill to see you grow, it's beyond deserved. Have a lovely, and peaceful weekend!
EDIT: Infinite kudos for mentioning Fiona Apple. Your other tastes in music make me confident that you'll connect with a lot of these albums that I previously may have thought differently a few weeks ago. It's not only nice to see you evolve in your musical journey, but to also learn more about you, as well.
Thank you so much, Wesley. This is amazing to read. I'm glad you're enjoying this musical ride as much as I am. I think it's great that this album led you into playing the piano. It shows how much power it has and how it can reach people in so many different ways. '808s' has been on my list for awhile, 'Swimming' has been added, and Kid A has always been one of my favorites. Cheers again for the incredible comment 🍻
bob is genuinely so wise, that's the word, wise, I wouldn't expect to watch this whole thing, but I did in its entirety, and the little tangents and rants were so beautifully worded it's hard to believe they were off the top of your head, its poetry how you came up with those interpretations themselves.
hes so intelligent and the fact that he could resonate so well with the album on FIRST listen shows how wise he is he is truly THE reviewer
I cried while u were listening to White Ferrari because even the snippets got me… so atmospheric, introspective, soft and beautiful (and I don’t cry to songs often)
This is one of my favorite albums, and it was so interesting seeing your first reactions! ❤❤
i've been listening to this album -every now and then- since it was released but this was the first time i actually sat down and looked up the lyrics. It's actually crazy!
I am now taking driving lessons and once i get my hand on a driving license, the first thing im doing is: Go on a car ride and just play the whole album (the other album i want to also do the same for is Mac Miller's Swimming in Circles). it's been the thing that's motivating me to work harder on my driving. (i live in France, the driving exams here aren't as easy as the ones they do in the US and other). Blonde is such a phenomenal project.
got my license last week and did what i always wanted to do
@@ramyozi congratulations man, happy for you 🍻
holy shit, you doing all my favorite albums dude
Loved that you picked up the transition from Be yourself into solo and how he contradicts the voicemail message from his mother. The song really plays on the solo and “so low” - you did pick this up right! And from Pink & White it continues the theme of everything going downhill from that point. You picked up on a lot of things and understood them perfectly especially on your first listen.
you're like showing my father this album, but he actually listens. ugh, something very therapeutic about that. u are appreciated man.
You should definitely check out Sometimes I might be Introvert by Little Simz. It actually dropped this year and it is easily my favorite album of 2021. The production alone makes this album legendary.
YES PLEASE CHECK THIS OUT !
Gigachad Little Simz and Berserk fan
commenting in hopes that this happens lol
I never got that interpretation from the end of Ivy and I think you 100% nailed it. Damn, that almost had me tearing up. Awesome channel man.
Seigfried has always been such a favorite track since I've been a huge Elliott Smith fan for years. That bridge uses lyrics from Elliott's song, "A Fond Farewell", on his posthumous album. Really cool to see an artist incorporate so many different influences from across the board of music. Much love to Frank and I loved this vid!
three days straight watchin your videos W man W videos W reaction W everything 🐐
keep doing what your doing you're doing it right this one of the best first reactions to this album I've ever seen, super real, super personal, the heart of what discovering new music is about
1:04:13 "The record company approves it is ok with it" The irony. Little does bob know the music label politics that had to happen for this album to drop the way it did.
Ah yes, the Frank Ocean finessing Def Jam debacle (if that’s how you spell it)
Right? And to think, what would have happened if that label had their way and this album never saw the light of day? So sad.
@@bobthepoppop Well the album most likely still would've saw the light of dasy. If you have time I would suggest watching this videonit's a very intresting sitiation with Blonde's release.
th-cam.com/video/EIz8nlyQNJY/w-d-xo.html
Some thoughts and fun facts:
in white ferrari at the end of the third verse, kanye sings the word "Love"
The interview at the end of futura free is conducted by Frank's little brother, Ryan, who has unfortunately passed away last year
The beat switch in nights is set not only in the middle of the song, but in the middle of the whole album and splits the project in two halves. The album is rounded at 60 minutes.
The beat change thing is so crazy/cool to me
pink + white samples pink matter
also Johnny Greenwood orchestrates the strings on “Seigfried”
top of the morning, bob!
only writing this comment about 45 minutes into the video so I know you haven't heard futura free yet but I love hearing people's reactions to frank before they find out he isn't straight. for all of the prevalent themes of love on the album he very rarely writes about it in gendered terms, I think it brings so much life and liberation to his lyrics, it makes the experience of listening to his music and relating to it so universal. love the video, thanks.
I really like that too. I had a longer response but I realized I was only reiterating what you said in your own comment lol
56:52 Best part. I had the same reaction with that beautiful beat switch
Great vid Bob, as always
Oh wow, ok
You would like Mac Miller. Perfect blend of singing and rap. Definitely put him on the list.
I’ve been praying he listens to some Miller Mac 😭😭
Mac Miller is on the list, he gets brought up a lot
@@bobthepoppop you might be my favorite youtuber. Really look up to you and hope I’m still as passionate as I am about music later on in life as I am right now
@@brianestepa2376 Love for music never dies, my friend.
@@bobthepoppop if you do Mac Miller, pls do the album Circles
You should give The Weeknd’s “Trilogy” a try. It’s an album which puts 3 of his mixtapes in one album, adding a bonus track to each mixtape. You could split up the videos and do a mixtape each. I think the dark vibe and pure honesty would be more up your alley. Sidenote, you might enjoy his second album “Kissland” too.
I second this.
Trilogy is goated. Echoes of silence undoubtedly one of the greatest mixtapes of all time.
He might not like it tbh
Great work bro! Really good in depth reactions AND you’re giving us exactly what we want! You’re up next
you’re my favorite reaction channel, i enjoy hearing your perspectives on different genres and music, and i really appreciate your open mindness to take on music. keep it up !
GREAT REACTION, I love how you try to understand his feelings and thoughts through all the sounds and lyrics! Amazing work and an amazing album!
I love seeing people, especially fans of other genres, discovering franks music for the first time and having it click the same way it did with me
glad I came across your channel Bob. keep up the great videos! your commentary is super interesting
Also Bob, something to ponder on when listening to r&b in the future, the 'sappy' kind, I agree it's unrealistic that the artist will feel that way forever, but that's the point. Capturing that high of highs on record for people to enjoy when going through or remembering that same feeling
Fair point, I can appreciate that
@@bobthepoppop I figured you would! You seem like a great dude to have a drink at a bar with, and I don't like drinking or bars 😂
@@JaiOfficial2795 Dude, one of these I'm going to create a meetup for some peeps in my area and chill with some beers. There was some interest during one of my livestreams. I wanna make that shit happen! 🍻
@@bobthepoppop I'm in Washington state but I'll be there in spirit haha, sounds like fun.
Loves that you mentioned "Daughter" and "London Grammar" very seldom do I hear them mentioned (as much as they should be), and they're both Great bands! 🙏🏽. Pleasant surprise Bob! 🤘🏼🤟🏼
His album channel orange is a more digestible classic. Lyrics are more straight forward but still pack A PUNCH. Welcome to some of the best music in the past 25 years
So glad I found your wlr video, this is my new favorite channel
The interview at the end of Futura Free is actually Frank’s little step brother who unfortunately died in a car crash last year. He was really important to Frank and after he died Frank deleted everything off his social media and stopped shipping orders from his website and he has only very recently come back into the public eye.
I fucking love watching people who otherwise would probably never listen to certain music if it wasn't for TH-cam or Spotify to end up loving it. I went through a similar thing and seeing others go through the same journey is just pure joy. Looking forward to more. Godspeed.
The idea of Tyler and Frank together is hilarious to me but I see why your mind went there lol 😅 They're more like brothers if anything.
Frank was pretty much the first major name in Hip Hop/RnB to ever come out the closet. He wrote an open letter after his first album Channel Orange got leaked and the rumours started to spread on the internet, thankfully the response was (mostly) positive.
Also, I love Radiohead! They're definitely the type of band that Frank does get inspiration from so you're probably not far off.
This might be my favourite reaction you've done (no surprise as its one of my favourite albums ever😊) Self Control, Nights and Seigfried are my Top 3 songs.
I was grasping at straws at that point 😂
i’m a year late but they both like little white boys
Little?
@@amandaWrushen referring to twinks not children
best reactor on TH-cam 🐐love the videos keep it up man
I usually don't watch nor like reaction videos because they always seem fake to me or the reactions are just over the top to please the audience. But recently I discovered your channel with your yeezus reaction video (it probably popped up because I have been a long time huge Kanye fan) and I just love your honnesty in these reactions and it's heartwarming to see somebody opening up to new styles of music. Keep doing what you're doing !
God this review made me realize this is probably one of my favorite albums ever made. You have beautiful interpretations of a lot of the topics on this album man. SUBBED!
If you're interested in listening to other R&B albums then I highly recommend Voodoo or Black Messiah by D'Angelo, and if you like them then also check out Brown Sugar by him as well. All three are considered to be classic albums
I’m so glad that I found your channel.
Still my favourite album to date. It's aged like a fine wine. Something about Frankys music that hits different
Same
This is my favorite album of all time I’m so excited about this
33:12
I just noticed how Frank told the listener subtly about the difference between solo and so low by having once a „by himself“ so the listener can wonder why he mentions it if he already said solo but then u realize shit: frank is expressing two things at once.
Its just great songwriting/presentation i think
White Ferrari hits home for me, a lot of feelings are in that song. I’m glad to see it is your favorite as well. 🙏
It is an organ on Solo. Maybe my favorite song on the album. Also, Jonny Greenwood of Radiohead did orchestration on some of this album. I'd highly recommend listening to this album without looking at lyrics at some point, just to appreciate the musicality of everything more
You rock, my dude! Shoutout from Brazil
His live performance of good guy is on TH-cam & he fleshes it out to a full song. It would easily be one of my favorites off the album
Favorite TH-camr right now
What a lot of people love of Frank ocean is the way he writes the lyrics,soo relatable and full of emotions
Best reaction out there of the album. Love the attention to detail both musically and lyrically, well done dude 🙏🏽
Man, White Ferrari gets me every time, my first girlfriend back in highschool would always tell me this album was boring when i’d play it around her, when really I was trying to let her know how I saw our relationship spiraling down and I didn’t know how to save it because I wanted it more than she did. Ultimately we broke up and this album hit me even harder. Awesome content, I love going through music and reading into all the lyrics as you’re doing and enjoy seeing some of the first impressions other people get and comparing them to what I thought was implied. Got my subscription and thumbs up for sure
How are you doing now?
This video is unreal. Loved every minute of it
Frank is such a unique writer. So many quotable lyrics on this album
Never watched any of your videos and usually I steer clear from full reactions but I was very pleasantly surprised. Great insight and genuinely entertaining. Really great stuff
I liked this album when it first came out but it took about 10 listens to click but when it did I still feel as though I’ve never resonated with any work of art so deeply
You’re by far my favorite review channel. You’re so open minded. I love you for it. Anthony fantano could never. Even when you don’t understand something that’s so clear to me, you’re open minded.
One of my all time favorites. I remember I didn't like it in the first listening because of the pitched vocals in Nikes. I'm glad I gave it a second opportunity, such an incredible album.
I would give anything to hear this album for the first time again. I appreciate that you kept an open mind and saw this masterpiece for what it is - art. An artist pouring himself into something and creating something special. We are lucky to live in a time where we can share our interests in this way. Keep on doing your thing man.
Please give kid cudi’s “ Man on The Moon: The end of day” a reaction. The deluxe version too. I feel like you’ll enjoy it since you said you admired a musician who can freely express their struggles and the adversities they go through and incorporate it into their music. He is a massive inspiration to many dealing with depression and anxiety. He completely revolutionized hip hop, by being one of the most introspective and innovative rappers of the 2010s.
Kid Cudi is on my list, has been for awhile, just gotta get there
I really appreciate how deep you go into the lyrics. Most people who react to this album focus on the instrumentation which in and of itself is amazing but the lyrics are almost an instrument on their own and a lot of people don't want to take the time to actually try to understand what the feeling he is to portray is. I relate it to Outkast's Hey Ya! where the lyrics are quite depressing buried under happy music. I hope everyone watches this just so that they don't fall into the majority of people and actually appreciate the meaning behind the music. It took me like 5 years of replaying the album to pick up on a lot of what he was talking about and now in my opinion with all things considered it is one of the best albums that's ever been produced. Really enjoyed the video! You should react to Channel Orange next! I also want to add some praise to Frank of how well he can really capture moments in time with music and then be able to portray those moments to the listeners. In my opinion he is the only one in the music industry that can do this as well as he does. I was happy to see how you picked up on that!
fun fact this was released independently as a way to get out of his record deal and win 20 million dollars this still went #1 on billboards as a independent release !!
Endless was released to get out of the deal so he could release blonde independently
you have no idea how much I've needed to slow things down and take my time with things recently. And your video makes me feel like I'm doing that, for me, or as if i'm learning how to do that from you. it calms me down. thank you
You gotta do channel Orange now. It's his previous album that have incredible songs with great concepts and classic songs.
Definitely added after this experience.
finding your channel has been so fun for me, its so cool seeing someone react to things they’re completely new to with no bias. your reactions are so curious and genuine and you’re even giving me new perspectives on things i’ve listened to so many times. truly amazing stuff.
Love the open mindedness, we understand a lot of this music can be hard to get or understand since you're deep diving into it. There is a lot of acquired taste involved so the first listen isn't always gonna do it for everyone
Man I really love this videos, they are so unique and I love how respectful you are to each artist and their art, it's so interesting how you share your perspective in each verse and how you chop each part of each song in every way posible, it definitely gave me a new way to analyze my favorite albums, I really appreciate it, I'm a huge fan, saludos from Mexico!
in Nikes - "his girl keep the scales, a little mermaid" - I've always assumed that relates to weighing scales as in to obsessing over body weight (eating disorder). and then the mermaid bc of connotations to beauty, impossibility, fantasy, siren (the evilness of beauty?)
Very interesting take... I like it
Absolutely love your videos! You HAVE TO try Atrocity Exhibition by Danny Brown. You will love it
Blond (to me) was like a onion and peeling away at its layers. At my first listen I remember I was outside on my skateboard and just hearing ambience songs and getting bored until solo(reprised) but a month later I put it on again, then again, then Nights came on at like 2am laying in my bed at Night and it clicked for me. After that I have gained such a large amount of appreciation for blond and I've discovered parts of songs after like the 30th listen.
I will always be grateful for this and the impact it has had on me and everyone who it has clicked with
Love the way you broke these tracks down , made me gain a new perspective! Just subbed !
i love blonde so much im watching other people listen to it 😭😭😭😭
FR😭
REAALLL
Love the video, your reactions give me so much more perspective on artists and albums that I love and helps me think about aspects I wouldn't have thought of because I am so closely attached to the music. Keep it up!
If you like Andre’s verse on Solo (Reprise) then you are in for so much if you look into OutKast’s music. The greatest rap duo ever