Aquarius:
(Jan. 20 – Feb. 18)
Frank Ocean’s debut studio album Channel Orange (2012) boasts a stellar array of industry greats in its making. Pharrell Williams, Tyler, The Creator, André 3000… but you know who our favorite credit is? Executive Producer, Everest, Ocean’s Bernese mountain dog (RIP). Look around, Aquarius, your biggest support in this moment just might not be human.
Pisces:
(February 19 – March 20)
During a musical hiatus, Frank Ocean launched blonded RADIO – a unique show that aired sporadically between 2017 and 2021. It featured an eclectic mix of interviews with the likes of Jay-Z, and many others. This winter, cohesion is not a concern. Broadcast your weirdness.
Aries:
(March 21 – April 19)
Did you know Frank Ocean’s first live performance took place in 2011, and at Coachella no less? Before releasing his debut mixtape, Nostalgia, Ultra, Ocean took the stage as one of the original members of Odd Future. Although it may be satisfying to go it alone sometimes, ‘tis the season to let your friends share the fruits of your labor.
Taurus:
(April 20 – May 20)
During the 2019 camp-themed Met Gala, Frank Ocean fittingly dressed as a paparazzo, breaking the “no pictures inside” rule by donning a casual hoodie and a disposable film camera. In his own words, sometimes the valet wears Prada, Taurus. If your social circle is getting snobby, turn it on its head.
Gemini:
(May 21 – June 20)
Born Christopher Edwin Breaux, the artist legally changed his name to Frank Ocean in 2015. The name was inspired by Moon River’s crooning gangster Frank Sinatra and OG heist film Ocean’s Eleven. This month’s Mercurian experiment is to write out a handful of alter-ego/cryptonym/stage names for yourself. Now choose one and act it out for a day to see what emerges. Observe and repeat.
Cancer:
(June 21 – July 22)
We all remember Ocean’s heart-wrenchingly poetic, coming-out Tumblr letter of 2012. What a moving reflection of the subtle power of wearing your heart on your sleeve. This season, open a blank Word doc, gather your fears & furies, and type them into an extra-long run-on sentence with no capital letters.
Leo:
(July 23 – August 22)
The Grammys might have a lot of hype, but not for Ocean. The musician didn’t put forth his album Blonde (2016) for consideration, and has publicly criticized the awards show for being dated, culturally biased, and suffering from “general nerve damage.” Sleep with one eye open, Leo. Not all accolades are pure.
Virgo:
(August 23 – September 22)
Frank Ocean’s cinephilia is well-catalogued. New (and Old) Hollywood film references stud his entire discography, from The Matrix’s blue pill in the “Sweet Life” lyrics to the stirringly metaphoric “Forrest Gump.” As the days get shorter, deep-dive into something niche to keep it surreal.
Libra:
(September 23 – October 22)
From turning cassette tapes to script excerpts from films such as Fear & Loathing In Las Vegas (cue Johnny Depp slurring “One of God’s own prototypes” in minute 1:13 of “Lost”), samples are an essential piece of Frank Ocean’s artistry. If you’re feeling saturated by everyone’s opinions, cut up a couple of old magazines & make a collage to get unstuck.
Scorpio:
(October 23 – November 21)
Once upon a time in 2016, Frank Ocean brought his mom to a White House State Dinner wearing an impeccable navy-blue suit and checkered Vans. The press went wild, yet his tracks “Chanel” (2017) and “In My Room” (2019) went on to appear on Obama’s annual recap playlists. Walk your walk, Scorpio – real ones will get it.
Sagittarius:
(November 22 – December 21)
Chipotle (yes, that Chipotle) once hired Frank Ocean to record a song for a campaign of theirs. When the demo came back with a logo that wasn’t supposed to be included, the musician backed out of the project, resulting in a $212,500 lawsuit. Ocean paid the money, with a big fat “FUCK YOU” in the cheque memo. Sag – pay your dues if you must, but don’t hold back.
Capricorn:
(December 22 – January 19)
In 2021, Frank Ocean opened Homer, an appointment-only luxury shop in New York’s Chinatown, epically named after the inimitable Odysseian poet. The artist’s signature style pours through in the store’s catalogue, photography, and artistic direction. Attention to detail can lead to diamonds, Capricorn, so embrace all your facets and don’t be afraid to indulge.
