In folklore and tales of magic, witches are often portrayed as mysterious and powerful beings. They are typically depicted as women with supernatural abilities and a connection to the spiritual world. One famous aspect of witches is their capability to fly on broomsticks. However, in some stories, witches are described as towering figures with immense power. One particularly striking image is that of a witch standing at 12 feet tall. This depiction emphasizes the idea of the witch as an imposing and dominant force.
No Limit Rapper Mr. Magic Dies in Car Accident
Tragedy struck the New Orleans hip hop community hard this weekend with the news former No Limit artist Mr. Magic has died. According to Nola.com, the 37-year-old rapper, born Awood Johnson, was involved in a fatal car accident on Friday in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, which also claimed the life of his wife, Chastity. The couple’s 12-year-old daughter, Twila Wise Johnson, survived the wreck.
Mr. Magic is best known for his work with Master P’s No Limit Records in 1990s. He released three of his four albums on the label that helped his native New Orleans become a hip hop hot spot. His debut album, Sky’s the Limit, peaked at number 15 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart.
Word of Magic’s tragic passing hit home hard for many of his former label mates, who took to Twitter to express their condolences.
"Prayers goes to the Family and Friends of M. Magic. Him and wife died in a car accident last night. " wrote Silkk The Shocker.
"RIP to my brother, Mr. Magic and his wife," Mystikal tweeted. "God bless their families."
Raised in New Orleans' 9th Ward, Johnson grew up in a family of gospel, jazz and R&B singers. His sister Timisha Brooks remembered him for his leadership qualities and love for family.
"He was a passionate guy. He loved his siblings; he loved his wife. There’s a comfort in knowing that neither of them has to live without the other. That makes it more bearable."
Funeral arrangements for Johnson have yet to be announced.
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R.I.P. Mr. Magic
I’ve only ever followed four radio d.j.s. For every show these d.j.s aired, I had a cassette to show for it, unless force majeure prevented me (or someone I knew) from hitting “record.” I taped Tim Sommer’s weekly hardcore show on WNYU in the early eighties. (Because so many hardcore songs were less than two minutes long, I had to use a rapidograph pen to fit all the song titles onto the J-cards. I blame New York hardcore, and graffiti, for my OCD handwriting.) In the nineties, I received bi-weekly shipments from Cha Cha Cohen’s Keith Gregory of John Peel’s BBC Radio 1 show.
The two most important d.j.s in my life had the same job, more or less. In the early eighties, Mr. Magic hosted a late Thursday night show at WHBI, a station in Newark that eventually changed its name to WNWK. In May of 1982, “Mr. Magic’s Rap Attack” moved to WBLS, making it the first rap show on a major radio station. Afrika Islam took over his slot on WHBI and began airing “The Zulu Beat.” Some tapes of both shows are available here, which means I don’t have to go home and figure out how to turn a box of cassettes into MP3s.
This audio is Mister Cee’s tribute to Mr. Magic, aired by Hot 97 the day of his death. Here is a passage on Mr. Magic, excerpted from a forthcoming book by Dan Charnas, and here is the transcript of an interview with Mr. Magic and Mister Cee, conducted by Jay Smooth. And here’s the grand prize—two audio streams of Mr. Magic interviewing Biz Markie on WBLS. At the beginning of his career, Biz Markie was known more for being a beatboxer than a rapper, and was introduced to most of the world as a member of Mr. Magic’s Juice Crew. (Beyond strange to think of radio d.j.s having posses and recording contracts now.) Singing “Bennie and the Jets” at Madison Square Garden with the Beastie Boys was a very long way off.
New Orleans Rapper Mr. Magic Dies in Car Accident
Former No Limit rapper Mr. Magic tragically passed away on Friday night in a car accident in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. He was 44. The wreck took the life of the rapper’s wife Chastity, but the couple’s 12-year-old daughter Twila Wise survived the accident. Silkk the Shockr and several other members of the rap community have taken to Twitter to share their condolences.
Prayers goes to the Family and Friends of Mr. Magic. him and Wife died in a car accident last night..
— Silkk The Shocker (@SilkkTheShocker) March 2, 2013
Moment of silence for the big homie MR. MAGIC! #TRU #NOLIMITSOLDIER! RIP @mrmagic504 & his wife. Prayers are with you and your family.
— Corey Miller (@iamcmurder) March 2, 2013
Magic, born Awood Johnson, was known for his raspy Southern rap delivery. The 9th Ward rapper released his No Limit debut, Sky’s The Limit in 1998 and it reached No. 15 on the Billboard Top 200 chart and No. 3 on the Hip-Hop chart. He would go on to form Body Head Bangerz in 2004 with former heavyweight champion boxer Roy Jones Jr. and Choppa. The group released one album, which included the hit “I Smoke, I Drank.” The two also took to Twitter to share their empathy.
Just still feels unreal………. But only God knows his plans. And he could have not taken my brother in any better company. God Bless both
— Roy Jones Jr. (@RealRoyJonesJr) March 2, 2013
I can’t believe this R.I.P to my brother and mentor and my sister MR MAGIC AND CASSIDY I GUESS GOD NEEDED… instagr.am/p/WW17wCiKzX/
— CHOPPA (@CHOPPA504) March 2, 2013
Funeral arrangements have not yet been made yet.
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This depiction emphasizes the idea of the witch as an imposing and dominant force. A witch of this size would surely be an intimidating presence, able to exert their will with ease. The height of the witch becomes a symbol of the vast power they possess, further adding to their air of mystery and intrigue.
Such a portrayal also serves to separate witches from ordinary humans, highlighting the otherworldly nature of their abilities. The concept of the 12-foot-tall witch also presents an interesting contrast to traditional depictions of witches as old, haggard women. This image challenges conventional notions and stereotypes, suggesting that power and magic are not limited by age or appearance. The towering height of the witch serves to break down preconceived notions and reminds us that magic is not bound by societal expectations. Ultimately, the idea of a witch standing at 12 feet tall serves as a metaphor for the limitless potential of magic and the unknown. It captures the fascination and fear that witches inspire in our collective imagination. Whether seen as a force of good or evil, the towering witch serves as a reminder of the undiscovered realms of the supernatural and the power that lies within..
Reviews for "Investigating the origins of the 12-foot witch"
1. Sarah - 2/5 - I really wanted to like "Witch standing at 12 feet" because I'm a fan of fantasy novels, but this one just didn't do it for me. The story started off promising, with an intriguing concept of a giant witch towering over a small town. However, the execution fell short. The pacing was incredibly slow, and there were too many unnecessary subplots that detracted from the main storyline. Additionally, the characters lacked depth and development, making it difficult to connect with them. Overall, I found myself struggling to finish this book and feeling disappointed by the end.
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3. Emily - 2.5/5 - While "Witch standing at 12 feet" had an intriguing premise, it ultimately failed to deliver on its potential. The concept of a giant witch in a small town held great promise, but the execution was disappointing. The pacing was inconsistent, with slow parts dragging on and moments of action feeling rushed. The writing style lacked depth, making it difficult to fully immerse myself in the story. The characters, though initially interesting, remained underdeveloped and lacked dimension. Overall, I found this book to be a missed opportunity and couldn't shake the feeling that it could have been so much better.