'He ain’t slick': Frank Ocean disses Trump's inaugural crowds
Count Frank Ocean among the many people not buying the Trump administration's claims that Friday's inauguration drew unprecedented crowds, assertions disproved by photos and numbers from official sources.
This weekend, Ocean took to Tumblr, his preferred social media platform, to deliver some commentary about President Trump's ceremonies.
"I’m really excited for these inauguration crowd numbers to come in," Ocean wrote. "Don’t cook the books either Donald. We all know your event was dry. No matter how many times CNN anchors repeat majestic or peaceful transition of power."
The Blonde singer referenced Trump's statements at the CIA and those by White House press secretary Sean Spicer, who told reporters Saturday: "This was the largest audience to ever witness an inauguration — period — both in person and around the globe."
"The world can see America divided and the chaos in the streets," Ocean continued, alluding to the protests that rocked D.C. during the inauguration. "Barack we love you but it would’ve been equally presidential if you would’ve just walked on out while Donald got through that struggle speech trashing your career. The majority knows man, we know you did good. We see it. The majority sees Donald for who he is too. He ain’t slick."
Ocean ended his note with a farewell message to the Obamas. "And it’s too bad the majority doesn’t count. In any event, a first family that I can relate to will be missed. Really though."