Frank Ocean releases “Novacane” digital single

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Frank Ocean has released “Novacane” as a single from the forthcoming re-release of Nostalgia, Ultra as an EP through Def Jam. The mixtape version, which contains samples that didn't get cleared for sale, was released in February. Frank made it clear that the label wasn't behind him after signing, but they sure seem to be paying attention now.

Listen to the song on Apple Music, Spotify, and other music platforms.

Update 6/16/11:

Frank Ocean has released a music video for “Novacane,” directed by Nabil Elderkin.

Video via director Nabil Elderkin’s Vimeo.

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