Magical

John Parr

About Magical

"Magical" is a song written by American musician Meat Loaf and British musician John Parr, and it was released as a 1985 single by Parr as a part of his self-titled debut album. A few months later, an alternative version of the song was released in the U. K. as a single by pop group Bucks Fizz. It entered the charts by both artists in the U. S. and U. K. respectively but was not a big hit for either, although Parr's version managed to rise into the top 40 of Billboard's Mainstream Rock chart.  


Year:
1984
3:51
150 
#11

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Up in the attic where the skeletons hide
We all live in fear of the door and what's behind
A door you dare not open, 'cause what you'll find
A close encounter of the sexual kind
Love in the shadows, like a smoking gun

Batten down, baby, lock all doors, you got the love that I'm coming for
Your hair's so straight, I can make it curl
There's a little bit of bad in every good little girl
Love in the shadows, like a smoking gun

Is it really what you want, one more broken heart, one more lost and lonely
Is it really what you need, another broken heart

[Chorus]
When it happens, it'll be magical, I'm not knocking it, here's to the magic
When it happens, it'll be magical, I'm not knocking it, here's to the magic

Pull up the blankets, you won't hear a sound
The pounding's like thunder when it shakes the ground
You got a hunger only I can feed
You try to fight it off but you're in too deep
Love in the shadows, love in the shadows, like a smoking gun

Is it really what you want, one more broken heart, one more lost and lonely
Is it really what you need, another broken heart

[Chorus]

[Repeat: x 2]
Heat, flame, embers - it can be magical
Heat, flame, embers - smoking, smoking

Fire keeps burning up, fire keeps burning

[Chorus until fade]

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John Parr

John Parr (born 18 November 1954) is an English musician, best known for his 1985 US #1 hit single "St. Elmo's Fire". Parr has sold 10 million albums worldwide. more »

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Written by: JIM STEINMAN, JOHN PARR

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10 facts about this song

Song Background
"Magical" is a song by the British pop group Bucks Fizz. It was released as a single in 1985 and was later included on their album "Writing on the Wall."
Featured Artist
The song features John Parr, an English musician best known for his 1985 US No. 1 single "St. Elmo's Fire (Man in Motion)."
Chart Performance
"Magical" hit number 57 on the UK Singles Chart. The song was not as successful as the group's earlier hits, but it still enjoyed a moderate level of popularity.
Reviews and Reception
Though "Magical" didn't reach the high chart positions of Bucks Fizz's earlier hits, it garnered positive reviews from music critics. Many appreciated the catchy chorus and the sincere performances of the group's members.
Music Video
The music video for "Magical" showcases the energetic performances of the members of Bucks Fizz. It featured exciting choreography and visual effects, which was common for pop videos of the 1980s.
Record Label
"Magical" was released under the Polydor label. Polydor is a British record label that has been home to many famous artists across various genres.
Writer and Producers
The song was written by Andy Hill and Pete Sinfield. Hill has been a long-time collaborator with Bucks Fizz, having co-written their Eurovision winning hit "Making Your Mind Up," while Sinfield is best known for his work with progressive rock band King Crimson.
Tribute Participation
The song features in the 'Bucks Fizz' tribute act The Fizz's 2018 tour set list, showing its lasting popularity among fans.
Track Length
"Magical" is a standard-length pop song, running for just over four minutes.
Hybrid Sound
The song "Magical" showcases a combination of the pop sound that Bucks Fizz was known for, with John Parr's more rock-driven style. This combination of styles helped to create a unique and memorable sound for the song.

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