Blonde
by Frank Ocean
User Score
8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 1322 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,213 out of 1322
  2. Mixed: 30 out of 1322
  3. Negative: 79 out of 1322

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  1. Rubaoo
    Aug 18, 2023
    9
    It is a solid album, it is not lost or even diminished in its magnitude, it manages to be at a high level during the 17 songs that make up its tracklist
  2. somaontv
    Jul 21, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Wow after listening to it for the first time given i already know half of the songs on the album it was a whole different experience i didn't really get the message he was trying to convey i liked the Nostalgia theme that was going on throughout the album favorite track Seigfried foreverrr… Expand
  3. leogarcia132002
    Mar 15, 2023
    10
    Blonde is the perfect album in every way, melancholic, narrative, deep and with a production that connects with its fans.
  4. leumassregor
    Mar 5, 2023
    10
    This album is special. Each and every song on here has a meaning behind it.

    The production on here is extremely unique and different, and definitely takes some extra listening to get used to. The vocals on here by Frank Ocean are perfect. You can hear the emotion and sadness in his voice. Frank's vocals in White Ferrari, Seigfried, and Godspeed always make me tear up a bit.
  5. Blonisco
    Jan 26, 2023
    10
    FrankOcean made the best one of albums of 10s,which changed my view of music.
  6. Gosh_reiners938
    Jan 19, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I will admit I did not appreciate this album at first listen I didn't care for it overall even though there was some great songs. The second time I heard this I even liked it more but still felt something was missing. I recently went back again to it again for a third time and this time absolutely loved it except for Facebook story and good guy but those aren't even songs really so it's fine. I would say the futura free last 4 minutes are a bit boring but if only 6 minutes of the album is bad I'll take it. This is one of the best albums of alltime, is it better than Channel orange though? It's different that's for sure this album is more consistent. I am sure when frank drops an album again he won't disappoint he has 3 classics in my opinion and I'm including the mixtape. Check out if you want to go on a Emotional Rollercoaster… Expand
  7. Joffnatic
    Jan 12, 2023
    10
    This album is timeless. Absolute perfection. Literally changed my life. 10 out of 10
  8. JonBon
    Jan 9, 2023
    9
    sounds are cool and very emotion!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  9. padduck7
    Nov 29, 2022
    10
    The only saddest thing about this album is that I listened to it before Channel Orange. The best album of our time.
  10. Lucky_the1
    Sep 26, 2022
    10
    since the first time I heard this, my perception of music has changed
    and I never cried so hard
  11. TheProHero
    Aug 31, 2022
    10
    After his release of the audiovisual album, Frank shows us part of his story in personal experiences, relationships, breakups and duality.
    The album consists of 2 halves, day and night are divided exactly 30 minutes into the album, it is difficult to explain the whole background in a few lines, we see a lot of his personal life reflected in these tracks
    Musically it is quite an    After his release of the audiovisual album, Frank shows us part of his story in personal experiences, relationships, breakups and duality.
    The album consists of 2 halves, day and night are divided exactly 30 minutes into the album, it is difficult to explain the whole background in a few lines, we see a lot of his personal life reflected in these tracks
    Musically it is quite an experience, it is a journey of emotions in which you will surely be identified in more than one song, we will accompany Frank throughout the journey of this album from start to finish.
    Do not wait any longer to listen to it, take your ears at night, lie down, turn up the volume and enjoy one of the best albums of the decade. 10/10
    Recommendation, take a handkerchief to dry your tears.    … Expand
  12. daniflag
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    perfect album, its sounds good for an album like this. Frank is so smart and reunite the perfect tracks to make a project
  13. creativecrope
    Aug 7, 2022
    8
    Awesome, had so many fillers which did add to the album a LOT but they were kinda ehh boring
  14. JamesJennings
    May 2, 2022
    8
    For some reason, I didn't get much enjoyment from this album at first. And while i still prefer Frank's 2012 project Channel Orange, This album grew on me a lot. If you find yourself unsure about this album at first, listen to nights one more time. That's what made me realize the genius of this project.
  15. Adark
    Feb 25, 2022
    8
    This type of production is usually not my style, but after a few tries I realized there is something really unique and personal about this work. The writing and vocals really touched me, and the production also worked for me after a few tries. I don't sure about some skits like "close to you" or "good guy", but the massive potential this album has is incredible. Nikes is one of the mostThis type of production is usually not my style, but after a few tries I realized there is something really unique and personal about this work. The writing and vocals really touched me, and the production also worked for me after a few tries. I don't sure about some skits like "close to you" or "good guy", but the massive potential this album has is incredible. Nikes is one of the most experimental songs I've ever heard. One of the best storytelling albums I've ever heard. Glad I listened to this kind of music, and it will always have a place in my heart.… Expand
  16. CordRafael
    Feb 17, 2022
    10
    adoro tenho depressao e me deixa muito triste amo essa sensaçao so qro deixar no perfil so qro deixar no perfil
  17. ANGELOO22
    Feb 15, 2022
    9
    Já sabemos da capacidade de interpretação de Frank Ocean. A maneira única na qual o artista dá vida a cada nota é o que o diferencia dos demais artistas de sua geração.
    Profundo, harmônico e genial, três adjetivos que exemplificam Blonde. Talvez o projeto mais aclamado pelo público e com todos os méritos, um álbum que transita de uma forma espetacular por todas as faixas.
    É animador    Já sabemos da capacidade de interpretação de Frank Ocean. A maneira única na qual o artista dá vida a cada nota é o que o diferencia dos demais artistas de sua geração.
    Profundo, harmônico e genial, três adjetivos que exemplificam Blonde. Talvez o projeto mais aclamado pelo público e com todos os méritos, um álbum que transita de uma forma espetacular por todas as faixas.
    É animador pensar que Frank segue seus próprios passos, sem medo de arriscar, sem medo de errar, e é isso que faz com que ele seja um dos artistas mais geniais da última década.

    Meu top 5 faixas:
    Nikes
    Godspeed
    Nights
    Pink + white
    Seigfried    … Expand
  18. veljko_
    Jan 9, 2022
    9
    first half: minimalist / second half: experimental, the album in one word: nostalgic. some skits and the last track weren't necessary

    best tracks: White Ferrari and Self Control
    worst tracks: Futura Free or Close To You

    rating: 9.3
  19. Fidelito
    Nov 21, 2021
    10
    Es Blonde de Frank Ocean, que mas quieres???

    Its Blonde by Frank Ocean, can u ask for more???
  20. Phuc2002
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. one word......Beautiful.I love this album more than myself. Wish i could listen to it for the first time… Expand
  21. keezus
    Oct 26, 2021
    10
    So beautiful. Not your generic sad pop album, the beats are so luscious and futuristic that I just love every aspect of the album. Incredible.
  22. Hem9nt
    Sep 15, 2021
    10
    Listening to this album in the comfort of your bed before going to sleep is the best gift you can give to yourself. ITS A MASTERPIECE. I feel like Frank collected all the sweetest melodies in the world and put it in this album.
  23. SyreSam
    Sep 6, 2021
    10
    Blonde is one of the greatest Pop album ever made. Frank Ocean is easily > The Weeknd. This album saved a generation.
  24. kiggo
    Aug 31, 2021
    9
    Frank Ocean termina haciendo que el álbum se perciba como un monólogo o una conversación uno a uno con el propio Frank debido a los temas que llega a tocar y la manera en que los toca. De la mano de un sonido mellow, drums suaves (cuando son usados) y una voz que te engancha desde la primera escuchada, el álbum te adentra a una atmósfera llena de nostalgia que se siente a una noche deFrank Ocean termina haciendo que el álbum se perciba como un monólogo o una conversación uno a uno con el propio Frank debido a los temas que llega a tocar y la manera en que los toca. De la mano de un sonido mellow, drums suaves (cuando son usados) y una voz que te engancha desde la primera escuchada, el álbum te adentra a una atmósfera llena de nostalgia que se siente a una noche de verano con el corazón roto, y aunque los interludios se vuelven tediosos de escuchar después de un tiempo, tienen una razón para estar ahí, ayudan a que Blonde se sienta completo y con identidad.… Expand
  25. BigDJohnWick
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Blonde has insanely good singing from Frank, the drumless songs are super good, when there are drummy beats, it also hits, production overall is really good with soft and gentle instruments, that goes really well with Frank's voice, which just stuns me, a must listen!
  26. kolbert
    Aug 29, 2021
    10
    Do you want to drift off into a completely different world, but don't know how to do it? Turn on "Blonde" and it happens. What can I say. It's recently been 5 years since its release. Almost every night I listen to "Nights" to calm down, but also to "Self Control" to reflect on life.
  27. gesusgrande
    May 22, 2021
    10
    one of the greatest albums of all time, a true masterpiece and MY favorite album
  28. proreview0
    Apr 18, 2021
    10
    Madness makes me cri every time. Self Control was so angelic! Blonde is a m a z i n g. It grows on you.
  29. Hendo250
    Mar 29, 2021
    10
    this album is a 10 this album is a 10 this album is a 10 this album is a 10
  30. Alfredoplov
    Mar 21, 2021
    9
    The album is simply magnificent it’s beautiful melodies and anthems make this a wonderful listening experience. An album like blonde which explores childhood, love, adolescence, normal everyday life and more with this and the way it’s put together it makes it extremely easy to digest and hard at the same time. I absolutely love this album and hope you did too.
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#14 Best Album of 2016
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#10 Most Discussed Album of 2016
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#14 Most Shared Album of 2016

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87

Universal acclaim - based on 38 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 37 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 38
  3. Negative: 0 out of 38
  1. The Wire
    Nov 8, 2016
    80
    The sum is Ocean’s most thorough reading of his world to date. [Oct 2016, p.65]
  2. Magnet
    Oct 18, 2016
    90
    This is an album of mostly beatless soul whose heart nevertheless pumps vividly and loudly throughout its 17 tracks. [No. 136, p.61]
  3. American Songwriter
    Oct 5, 2016
    80
    This is music that fascinates on first listen but requires multiple spins for its complexities and idiosyncrasies to take hold.
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