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Release Date
2011
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Length
2 tracks
Novacane is a song by Frank Ocean released in 2011 as the lead single from his debut mixtape, *nostalgia, ULTRA.*. The track is notable for its blend of R&B and alternative hip-hop elements, with a production that features minimalist beats and atmospheric synths.
Lyrically, "Novacane" explores themes of numbness and disillusionment. The song tells a story of Ocean's encounter with a woman who is using drugs to numb her pain, paralleling his own feelings of emotional detachment. The title itself refers to the anesthetic, Novocaine, symbolizing the desire to escape reality and avoid emotional pain. Frank Ocean's introspective writing and smooth vocal delivery contribute to the song's haunting and reflective mood.
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