Magic Friend

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About Magic Friend

"The Magic Friend" is a song recorded by Dutch Eurodance band 2 Unlimited. It was released in August 1992 as the fourth and final single from their debut album, Get Ready!. The UK release once again omitted Ray Slijngaard's rap, which lasted for 16 bars three times through, but did include some of the vocals from Anita Doth, though her vocals are slightly chopped too, with the "mocking chorus echoes" being abandoned, thus leaving her sole vocals as "disembodied whispers" during the middle eight. The single scored chart success in many European countries with its highest peak coming in Finland where it topped the charts. In Zimbabwe it peaked at number 5 in October 1992. 


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1-2-3-4! 
Don't just stand there, let's get loose. I am Ray, I've got the juice. 
Straight to your heart and back again, I 
Tell you I am just your friend. Nice and slow, that's how we'll go. My 
love 
to you, I'll let it flow. You want 
Me? Come on think again, because the magic friend, that's what I am! 
'Course the magic friend is what I am! 
The magic friend is what he is! 
'Course the magic friend is what I am! 
The magic friend is what he is! 
Yo yo yo yo taste that music. Real loose, you've got to use it. Don't 
be 
afraid for magic friends, 'cause that 
Magic friend is what I am! 
The magic friend is what he is! 
The magic friend is what he is! 
The magic friend is what he is! 
'Course the magic friend is what I am! 
Don't just stand there, let's get loose. I am Ray, I've got the juice. 
Straight to your heart, and back again, I 
Tell you I am just your friend. Nice and slow, that's how we'll go. My 
love 
to you, I'll let it flow. You want 
Me? Come on think again, 'cause the magic friend is what I am! 
'Course the magic friend is what I am! 
The magic friend is what he is! 
The magic friend is what he is! 
The magic friend is what he is! 
The magic friend is what he is! 
The magic friend is what he is! 
The magic friend is what he is! 
The magic friend is what he is! 
Don't be afraid, he's just the magic friend!

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2 Unlimited

2 Unlimited is a Dutch Eurodance group formed in 1991. The project is the brainchild of Belgian producers Jean-Paul DeCoster and Phil Wilde, and is fronted by a Dutch duo, rapper Ray Slijngaard and singer Anita Doth. During five years of enormous worldwide popularity, the act scored 16 chart hits, including "Get Ready for This", "Twilight Zone", "No Limit" and "Tribal Dance". During their career, they have sold 18 million records worldwide. more »

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Written by: PETER AUGUSTA LUDOVICUS NEEFS, RAYMOND SLIJNGAARD

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12 facts about this song

Song Release
"Magic Friend" was released in 1992. It served as the fifth single from the debut album "Get Ready!" by 2 Unlimited.
Band Composition
2 Unlimited was a techno-pop duo composed of Ray Slijngaard and Anita Doth from the Netherlands.
Chart Performance
The song did fairly well on the charts, peaking at the 11th position in the Dutch Top 40 and 9th in the Belgium VRT Top 30.
Genre
The song belongs to the genre of Eurodance, a popular style of electronic dance music originating from Europe during the late 80s and early 90s.
Album Success
The album "Get Ready!" from which "Magic Friend" was taken, was certified gold and platinum in many countries, especially for hit singles like "Get Ready for This" and "Twilight Zone."
Music Video
The music video for "Magic Friend" showcased energetic dance performances, a characteristic feature of 2 Unlimited's visual style.
Label Release
"Magic Friend" was published under the record label Byte Records in Belgium and Netherlands, and Zyx Music in Germany.
Song Composition
"Magic Friend" was composed by the band's record producers, Jean-Paul DeCoster and Phil Wilde.
Influence
Like other songs of 2 Unlimited, "Magic Friend" characteristically combined elements of house, techno, and hip hop to a catchy pop melody.
Worldwide Recognition
Although 2 Unlimited was from the Netherlands, the band and their songs including "Magic Friend", gained a following worldwide, popularizing Eurodance globally. Their music was especially successful in various countries across Europe, Australia, and the U.S.
Live Performances
"Magic Friend" was among the songs frequently performed during Live concerts and events by 2 Unlimited. Its upbeat nature and catchy rhythm made it a favorite among audiences.
Reunion
After their split in 1996, 2 Unlimited reunited in 2013 and performed their hit songs including "Magic Friend" in live shows and music festivals.

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