Frank Ocean takes the number 2 spot on The BBC Sound of 2012 list, which "showcases some of music's most exciting emerging stars, selected by more than 180 leading critics, bloggers and broadcasters." To coincide with the placement, BBC caught up with Frank in Hollywood for the above interview. Frank talks about the differences between New Orleans and L.A., his inspirations, performing, nostalgia, ULTRA, working with Beyonce, Jay-Z, and Kanye West, his upcoming album, and more. You can see the full Sound of 2012 list here.