Frank Ocean Becomes Most Streamed Independent Artist Of All Time

Renowned artist Frank Ocean continues to dominate the streaming landscape, achieving a historic milestone on Spotify.

Despite not releasing a new album in the past seven years, the elusive singer has surpassed an impressive 14 billion streams on the popular music platform, solidifying his status as the most-streamed independent artist to date.

This remarkable accomplishment was reported by Frank Ocean Updates, a fan account on Twitter, sparking widespread admiration from fans.

The singer’s ability to maintain such a high streaming count without recent album releases showcases the enduring popularity of his existing catalog.

Fans enthusiastically celebrated this achievement in the comments, with many speculating about the possibility of a new album from Frank Ocean in the coming year.

Some pointed out the intriguing pattern of his previous album releases, noting that he dropped projects in 2012 and 2016, suggesting a potential release in 2024.

While Frank Ocean has kept a low profile in terms of new releases, he recently offered a glimpse into his creative process. Earlier this month, he shared snippets of new music on social media, demonstrating his musical prowess and teasing fans with a potential return to the spotlight.

In one studio clip, Ocean was seen enjoying a collaborative session with Olaolu Slawn’s son, Beau. The footage transitioned to the artist enthusiastically vibing to his latest creation, featuring his signature harmonies set against warm production.

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Adding to the excitement, Frank Ocean made his acclaimed album “Blonde” available for purchase on vinyl through his official website. Fans eager to own this collector’s item, complete with a foldout for lyrics and a separate album poster, can acquire it for $65.

While anticipation for a new album remains high, Frank Ocean has occasionally teased fans with unreleased material. In November, he shared a snippet of an unnamed track, offering a glimpse into his introspective and melodic style.

Frank Ocean’s last studio album, “Blonde,” was released in 2016, followed by singles “Dear April” and “Cayendo” in 2020.