I get mad because I know the stories of African royalty, of wealthy Kings and Queens that ruled nations before colonization. When I think of the exploitation of black women, I get mad, honestly.

You don’t have to be the victim of a hate crime to feel the racial injustice that is deeply embedded in not just our country, but our entire world. While I myself haven’t faced great amounts of sexism and racism on a day to day basis in my progressive area, the mixture of micro-aggressions and the viewing of systemic inequalities has made me extremely aware that this society was not built to serve and protect me. The most neglected person in America is the black woman.” To this day, that statement rings unfortunately true and resonates deep within myself. The most unprotected person in America is the black woman. EVER.” Listen to the 10-minute track below.In 1962, Malcolm X spoke the words, “The most disrespected person in America is the black woman. His Odd Future cohort Tyler, the Creator called it his “FAVORITE FRANK SONG EVER. After announcing a July 17 release date for his Def Jam debut Channel Orange and a North American tour, the singer-songwriter gives us the first single “Pyramids,” which can be heard in the video teaser. He will also be going on tour and tickets are available now … (Click the picture to find tickets on his website)įrank Ocean Friday continues. UPDATE: Def Jam announced that this is his debut album and will be available everywhere July 12th. Be on the lookout for more news regarding this update. The song is pretty dope, and leaves us wanting more.

The video is directed by Nabil (“ Mercy” video) and appears pretty ambiguous. Although the intentions are unclear as of yet (the video released randomly in the middle of the night), the title does look a lot like his previous album “ nostalgia,ULTRA.” However, does any artist announce an album release just one month before the drop? Frank Ocean previews a new song off his new album? Is it actually an album? Why does he love BMW so much? Why do we have so many questions left unswered?! Whatever the case may be, the “channel.ORANGE 7.17.12” plug at the end points to the upcoming release of Frankie’s debut album under Def Jam.

Pyramids frank ocean album cover