Nikes
Frank Ocean
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These bitches want Nikes They looking for a check Tell em it ain't likely Said she need a ring like Carmelo Must be on that white like Othello All you want is Nikes But the real ones just like you Just like me I don't play, I don't make time But if you need dick I got you and I yam from the line Pour up for A$AP RIP Pimp C RIP Trayvon, that nigga look just like me Woo, fuckin' buzzin', woo! That my little cousin, he got a little trade His girl keep the scales, a little mermaid We out by the pool, some little mermaids Me and them gel Like twigs with them bangs Now that's a real mermaid You been holding your breath Weighted down Punk madre, punk papa He don't care for me But he cares for me And that's good enough We don't talk much or nothin' But when we talkin' about something We have good discussion I met his friends last week, feels like they're up to something That's good for us We’ll let you guys prophesy We’ll let you guys prophesy We gon' see the future first We’ll let you guys prophesy We gon' see the future first Living so the last night feels like a past life Speaking of the, don’t know what got into people Devil be possessin homies Demons try to body jump Why you think I'm in this bitch wearing a fucking Yarmulke Acid on me like the rain Weed crumbles in the glitter Rain, glitter We laid out on this wet floor Away turf, no Astro Mesmerized how the strobes glow Look at all the people feet dance I know that your nigga came with you But he ain't with you We only human and it's humid in these Balmains I mean my balls sticking in my jeans We breathin pheremones, Amber Rose Sippin' pink-gold lemonades Feelin' I may be younger but I'll look after you We're not in love, but I'll make love to you When you're not here I'll save some for you I'm not him but I'll mean something to you I'll mean something to you I'll mean something to you You got a roommate he’ll hear what we do It’s only awkward if you’re fucking him too
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Written by: Christopher Edwin Breaux, James Blake Litherland, James Ryan Ho, Ommas Keith-Graham, Carl Palmer, Jeff Palmer, Harry Palmer
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Album Debut Occurrence"Nikes" is the opening track of Frank Ocean's critically acclaimed album, "Blond". The album was released in August 2016, after a four-year hiatus from his previous album, "Channel Orange."
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Unconventional ReleaseBefore the album's official release, a music video for "Nikes" was prematurely leaked onto the internet. It was later officially released on Apple Music.
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Symbolic LyricsThe lyrics of "Nikes" is a commentary on the materialistic and consumerist society, using the famous sports footwear brand as a representation. The song explores themes of unrequited love, politics, and struggling with identity.
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Distinctive SoundThe track incorporates pitched-up vocals for a majority of the song, a style which is used frequently throughout the "Blond" album. The use of pitched vocals is thought to represent an alter ego or a different perspective.
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SongwritingFrank Ocean, who is known for his songwriting prowess, penned "Nikes". He co-wrote it with Malay Ho, a frequent collaborator and one of the main producers of 'Blond.'
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Tribute to IconsThe song mentions three icons who died tragically young - rapper Pimp C, singer Aaliyah, and Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain.
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Accolades"Nikes" was praised by critics for its moody production, introspective lyrics, and Frank Ocean's impressive vocal performance. It also ranked at number 79 on Pitchfork's list of "The 100 Best Songs of 2017."
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Visual PerspectiveThe music video for "Nikes" was directed by Tyrone Lebon and is highly symbolic, featuring drowned singers, rapping Chihuahuas, and glittered nudity - a visual package of excess and decadence that contrasts with the melancholy tone of the song.
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Extended PlayThere's an alternate version of the "Nikes" song featuring Japanese rapper KOHH. This version was included on the visual album "Endless," which was released shortly before "Blond."
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Albums Sales ImpactUpon the album's release, "Nikes" played a huge role in ensuring that "Blond" debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200, with over 270,000 album-equivalent units.
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