“Pink + White” is a song by American singer-songwriter Frank Ocean, featured on his critically acclaimed album “Blonde,” released in 2016. The song was co-written by Frank Ocean, Pharrell Williams, and Tyler, the Creator, and it stands out for its lush instrumentation, dreamy atmosphere, and introspective lyrics.
The origin of “Pink + White” came about through the recording sessions for “Blonde.” Frank Ocean assist with Pharrell Williams and Tyler, the Creator to line of work a trace that would dissolve the album’s sensitive and trial vibe. The song features Pharrell’s signature manufacture style, connect elements of R&B, soul, and psychedelic pop.
Lyrically, “Pink + White” is poetic and meditation, with Frank Ocean consider on themes of love, loss, and the traverse of time. The song’s lyrics bring to mind vivid imagery, with mention of nature and brief moments of beauty. The title itself, “Pink + White,” conjures images of evening hues and cleanness, adding to the song’s imaginary quality.
Musically, “Pink + White” is characterized by its noble guitar melodies, shimmering synths, and elaborate percussion. Frank Ocean’s soulful lyric glide smoothly over the lush instrumentation, sketch listeners into the song’s emotive landscape.
Upon its release, “Pink + White” received widespread accolade from critics and fans alike, who celebrated its expressive lyrics, lush production, and Frank Ocean’s poignant vocal achievement. The song swiftly became a standout track on “Blonde” and further solidified Frank Ocean’s character as one of the most inventive and constrain artists of his generation.
“Pink + White” continues to vibrate with listeners, with its timeless sound and pensive lyrics contribution solace and meditation to audiences around the world. Its addition on “Blonde” further cements the album’s status as a modern masterpiece, and the song remains a highlight of Frank Ocean’s illustrious career.
Lyrics
Yeah, yeah oh
Yeah, yeah yeah
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