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98K People On Twitter Can’t Hold Back The Tears After Reading The Wholesome Letter Frank Ocean Wrote To His Younger Self Back In 2011

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In case you didn’t know, October 28th marks the birth of the Grammy Award-winning hip-hop artist Frank Ocean. Needless to say, loyal fans from all around the globe took the time to send their best wishes to the artist as well as virtually honoring this day with other members of the fandom.

In fact, one post from a fan stood out in particular and even happened to go viral on Twitter. A user named BlackRulesMag created a little throwback moment and shared a screenshot of the letter Frank Ocean wrote to his 5-year-younger self back in 2011.

In honor of Frank Ocean’s birthday, this Twitter user created a little throwback moment that left fans in tears

98K People On Twitter Can't Hold Back The Tears After Reading The Wholesome Letter Frank Ocean Wrote To His Younger Self Back In 2011

98K People On Twitter Can't Hold Back The Tears After Reading The Wholesome Letter Frank Ocean Wrote To His Younger Self Back In 2011

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“In honor of frank ocean’s birthday, here’s a letter he wrote to his younger self on june 10th, 2011,” the user wrote in their post. Apparently, back in 2011, someone sent a question to Frank Ocean asking him to explain his current situation to his 5-year-younger self.

Apparently, back in 2011, someone on Tumblr asked Frank how would he explain his current situation to his 5-year-younger self

98K People On Twitter Can't Hold Back The Tears After Reading The Wholesome Letter Frank Ocean Wrote To His Younger Self Back In 2011

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98K People On Twitter Can't Hold Back The Tears After Reading The Wholesome Letter Frank Ocean Wrote To His Younger Self Back In 2011

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“hey chris, your name is frank now..it’s a long story,” Frank Ocean begins his letter. “your girlfriend is about to break up with you because of the long distance. it’s ok. & that job you’re working..well, you’re gonna have to work there for another year and some months.. & then you’re gonna get fired. you’re gonna work a couple more jobs after that too. nothing glamorous. kinkos and at&t if you really want the specifics. but you’re never gonna be homeless or starving.”

“You are gonna get your heart broken, though. Twice. Contrary to how it feels, it won’t kill you”

98K People On Twitter Can't Hold Back The Tears After Reading The Wholesome Letter Frank Ocean Wrote To His Younger Self Back In 2011

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“don’t worry you won’t fail and have to move back to new orleans either. you are gonna get your heartbroken though. twice. if it helps, the first one is gonna be worse than the second. contrary to how it feels, it won’t kill you. in fact it’s gonna help you write an album,” Frank Ocean writes in his letter.

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“It’s all working out, kid. You made it”

98K People On Twitter Can't Hold Back The Tears After Reading The Wholesome Letter Frank Ocean Wrote To His Younger Self Back In 2011

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“yea, you finally finished an album. people like it man. you’re actually gonna write and record hundreds of songs. they won’t all be good and most ppl won’t think you’re talented at first, but you’re going to master your gifts. you’re going to become a lot stronger and wiser..even a little taller. be patient. i mean, you kind of have no choice. and be good to people. i don’t wanna spoil too much for you, but.. you’re on a plane right now to the east coast to work with kanye west & jay-z. it’s all working out kid. you made it,” reads the letter.

This Twitter post has since gone viral and it currently has over 98k likes and over 22k retweets.

Here’s what people on Twitter are saying about this emotional letter

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Julija Svidraitė is an editor here at Bored Panda who has a bachelor's degree in Psychology. Before starting her journey at BP, she had worked as a social media specialist at a marketing agency. She has also tried herself in a few different fields working as an intern: from practicing graphic design at a social media marketing agency, to being an assistant at a psychiatric hospital. Besides writing, Julija is also very passionate about illustrating, drinking coffee, and watching crime documentaries. You can find her in Bored Panda Office or reach her at julija.s@boredpanda.com.

Julija Svidraitė is an editor here at Bored Panda who has a bachelor's degree in Psychology. Before starting her journey at BP, she had worked as a social media specialist at a marketing agency. She has also tried herself in a few different fields working as an intern: from practicing graphic design at a social media marketing agency, to being an assistant at a psychiatric hospital. Besides writing, Julija is also very passionate about illustrating, drinking coffee, and watching crime documentaries. You can find her in Bored Panda Office or reach her at julija.s@boredpanda.com.

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Marshmellow fan 4 years ago

I started crying

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Storm Anne 4 years ago

:3

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Storm Anne 4 years ago

i have an allergy to notes like this. the notes will make me cry

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Don John 4 years ago

Do snowflakes really cry over stuff like this or is it just a headline-grabber ? see it stated all the time........ I'm sure no-one is actually shedding any tears in reality.

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Hanne DeBann 4 years ago

I don't know if it's me or 98k people, but how do you CRY at this? I mean, it's kind of sweet and stuff, but still, I DON'T GET IT. It's inspirational, not sad. (This happens to me with books too.)

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Guy MacGregor 4 years ago

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Areeba Samir 3 years ago

Reading Ojo App | Students Factory A unique gaming App developed to inspire the reading habit through a competitive spirit. “OjO” as in Reading OjO refers to the eye which is keen to read. The motive of Reading OjO is to persuade every eye ready to read, read and read. Reading OjO is all about creating a fun habit through the convergence of Technology, Academics, Gamification and General Knowledge.

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Marshmellow fan 4 years ago

I started crying

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Storm Anne 4 years ago

:3

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Storm Anne 4 years ago

i have an allergy to notes like this. the notes will make me cry

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Don John 4 years ago

Do snowflakes really cry over stuff like this or is it just a headline-grabber ? see it stated all the time........ I'm sure no-one is actually shedding any tears in reality.

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Hanne DeBann 4 years ago

I don't know if it's me or 98k people, but how do you CRY at this? I mean, it's kind of sweet and stuff, but still, I DON'T GET IT. It's inspirational, not sad. (This happens to me with books too.)

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