Frank Ocean - Wiseman

Frank Ocean, born Christopher Francis Ocean on October 28, 1987, in Long Beach, California, is a renowned American singer, songwriter, and rapper. He first gained recognition with his albums "nostalgia, ULTRA" and "channel ORANGE". His debut studio album, "Channel Orange," achieved notable success with tracks like "Swim Good" and "Pilot Jones". Ocean is also a member of the hip-hop collective OFWGKTA and has written songs for artists like Justin Bieber, John Legend, Brandy, and Beyoncé. One of Frank Ocean's songs, "Wiseman", originally intended for Quentin Tarantino's film "Django Unchained," but not included, was released on Ocean's Tumblr page on December 23, 2012. The song explores themes like the emotional impact of slavery and toxic masculinity, showcasing Ocean's thoughtful lyricism. In 2023, "Wiseman" received renewed attention. Frank Ocean performed a punk rock version at Coachella, and Canadian rapper Drake sampled it in his song "Virginia Beach" from the album "For All the Dogs". This exposure, especially on platforms like TikTok and YouTube, reintroduced "Wiseman" to a wider audience. The TikTok community particularly embraced the song, circulating the version sampled by Drake and appreciating its timeless appeal and profound lyrical depth.