Hints Suggest Frank Ocean Might Return With New Album in 2025

Los Angeles, CA — Frank Ocean may be hinting at a new album release in 2025, sparking excitement among fans. In March, Ocean allegedly created a new Instagram account under the username ‘kikiboyyyyyyy,’ featuring fewer than ten followers, including notable artists SZA and Michael Zowuru, a producer known for his work with Lana Del Rey.

Last year, Ocean mentioned his collaboration with Zowuru while working on new music in Miami, giving fans a rare glimpse into his artistic process. The appearance of the new Instagram account has reignited speculation that something may be brewing.

Ocean’s account features a profile picture of Michael Jordan discussing retirement, which fans interpret as a symbolic nod to his own potential return to music. Additionally, a billboard stating ‘Kiki Boy 2025’ was reportedly sighted at Coachella just ahead of the festival, further fueling rumors of his comeback.

Historically, Ocean has kept hush about new projects, instead dropping subtle hints to signal upcoming releases. Examples include the mysterious livestream leading up to his visual album ‘Endless’ and the limited-edition ‘Boys Don’t Cry’ magazine. The specific mention of the year 2025 on the billboard has fans optimistic about official announcements.

Recently, Ocean’s voice was featured in a YouTube video from UFC fighter Payton Talbott, where fans heard a short snippet of him singing. This has led to speculation about whether Ocean is preparing to make a more significant reemergence in music.

In December 2023, Playboi Carti shared a DM on Instagram encouraging Ocean to share music, which went viral following the release of Carti’s album ‘I AM MUSIC.’ Fans began to see Ocean’s recent activity as a playful response to this nudge.

Back in August 2023, Ocean returned to Instagram, although sporadic. Fans eagerly scrutinize each post that often showcases music-related moments and behind-the-scenes glimpses of his creative process. In November 2023, he revealed a brief snippet of a new track, igniting further anticipation for his work.

While some rumors, like the supposed billboard sightings, have been dismissed as false, the overall trend indicates Ocean is gradually stepping into the spotlight again. His creative output remains consistent, with fans hopeful for an official announcement about new music.