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For Frank Ocean’s debut VMA performance, the singer decided he wanted to do something different, but still the same.

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So the soulful crooner sang “Thinkin Bout You,” the first single off his debut album, Channel Orange.

However, instead of having the familiar beat and strings that we’re used to, Frank performed the song backed by a simple, elegant acoustic guitar.

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With the music playing the role as sidekick, Frank’s voice was able to shine the brightest.

It was a fantastic debut VMA performance from Frank. You must watch it.

Check it out above!

SOURCE: M.W.P