In a remarkable feat of streaming success, Frank Ocean has solidified his position as the most-streamed independent artist of all time, even without releasing an album in the past seven years.
The elusive singer recently surpassed an impressive milestone of 14 billion streams on Spotify, as reported by Frank Ocean Updates, a fan account on X/Twitter.
Frank Ocean’s remarkable achievement has stirred excitement among fans, who took to social media to celebrate his ongoing impact on the music streaming landscape.
Despite the absence of a new album since 2020, the artist’s dedicated following eagerly anticipates his return, with many speculating that 2024, being a leap year like his previous release patterns (2012, 2016), could mark the launch of new material.
Fans expressed their anticipation in the replies, with one enthusiast stating, “Frank is dropping next year since it’s a leap year too. Think about it: he dropped in 2012, 2016, would’ve dropped in 2020, but tragedy happened.
2024 is a leap year too.” This speculation about a potential album release in the coming year has fueled further excitement among Frank Ocean’s fan base.
While Frank Ocean has been relatively quiet on the new music front, recent glimpses into his creative process have reignited anticipation. The artist was spotted back in the studio earlier this month, offering a sneak peek into his upcoming work.
Fans were treated to a preview of new material, showcasing the artist’s enthusiasm and dedication to delivering fresh and captivating content.