Teena Marie Must Be Magic is the third studio album by American singer Teena Marie. Released in 1980, it was her first album on the Motown label. The album was a commercial success, reaching number 23 on the Billboard 200 chart and number 11 on the R&B Albums chart. It features the hit singles "I Need Your Lovin'" and "Young Love". The album has been described as a mixture of funk, soul, and disco, showcasing Marie's powerful vocals and her ability to blend various musical genres. Overall, Teena Marie Must Be Magic solidified Marie's position as a prominent figure in the R&B and soul music scene of the 1980s.
Overall, Teena Marie Must Be Magic solidified Marie's position as a prominent figure in the R&B and soul music scene of the 1980s..
It Must Be Magic
Mary Christine Brockert (March 5, 1956 – December 26, 2010), better known by her stage name Teena Marie, was an American singer, songwriter and producer. She was known as Tina before taking the stage name Teena Marie, then she later acquired the nickname of Lady Tee (sometimes spelled Lady T), given to her by collaborator and friend, Rick James. more »
Year: 1985 4:14 741 Views Playlists: #1
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He (You are under my power It is the power of love) Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, You say my kisses taste like magic, well, stop That's got to be the classic line Please no more "Presto-Changeo" now that I'm in love, baby 'Cause that would really blow my mind I'd pull a rabbit out of my hat Or cross a black cat's path to find you And darling, you can best believe There's nothing up my sleeve but love [Chorus:] It must be magic (It must be magic) It must be magic (It must be magic) It must be magic, got me under your spell It must be magic (It must be magic), oh, baby It must be magic (It must be magic) Ooh, you got me tiltin' just like a pinball machine Keep workin' my love such a magical feeling You got me tiltin' just like a pinball machine And I love it, love it, love it (Tilt me) It must be magic, baby 'Cause it feels so good It must be magic, baby 'Cause it feels so good Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, It must be magic, baby 'Cause it feels so good Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, It must be magic, baby 'Cause it feels so good You say you know I've got the potion, well, stop No baby, don't stop, don't you dare (Don't you stop it, baby, don't you dare) Aladdin, Houdini and Merlin the Magician To you they never could compare I see no long black flowing cape Yet still I can't escape those two eyes (When I look in your eyes) And we don't need no crystal ball 'Cause we have said it all in love [Chorus] I can't get enough of it, of it, no, no, no, whoa It must be magic (It must be magic) It must be magic (It must be magic) It must be magic (it must be magic), got me under your spell, baby It must be magic (It must be magic), oh, baby It must be magic (It must be magic), our good fortune, I can tell, baby It must be magic 'Cause it feels so good to me It must be magic Got me love, got me loving you It must be magic 'Cause it feels so good to me It must be magic Got me love, got me loving you Teena went to Wonderland, the plot is getting thick (Ooh, magic) Met the King of Punk Funk and he taught her all the tricks She feels the heat, there's magic in her feet Now she's groovin', always movin' to the funky beat Under your spell, ooh, it must be magic Under your spell, what is it, what is it Under your spell, ooh, it must be magic What is it, what is it, what is it, what is it It must be magic 'Cause it feels so good to me It must be magic Got me under your spell, baby It must be magic 'Cause it feels so good to me It must be magic Our good fortune I can tell, baby It must be magic We're gonna take it to the top It must be magic Don't you let the magic stop It must be magic Got me love, got me loving you Got me love, got me loving you Got me love, got me loving you It must be magic 'Cause it feels so good to me It must be magic Got me under your spell, baby It must be magic 'Cause it feels so good to me It must be magic Temptations, sing Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, It must be magic Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, It must be magic Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, Baby must be a magician 'cause he's sure got the magic touch Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, It must be magic Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, My baby must be a magician 'cause he's sure got the magic touch
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1. John - 2/5
I was really looking forward to listening to Teena Marie Must Be Magic, but I was disappointed. The album lacked the infectious energy and soulfulness that I had come to expect from her previous works. The songs felt generic and uninspired, and Marie's vocals didn't have the same charm as before. Overall, it was a forgettable album that failed to capture my attention.
2. Sarah - 1/5
Teena Marie Must Be Magic was a complete letdown for me. The album felt like a cheap imitation of Marie's earlier hits. The production was lackluster, and the songwriting was weak. It seemed like she was trying to recreate the magic of her previous albums, but fell flat. I was hoping for something fresh and exciting, but all I got was a collection of forgettable tracks that I won't be listening to again.
3. Mike - 2/5
I've always been a fan of Teena Marie's music, but Must Be Magic left me disappointed. The album felt rushed and unfinished, with some tracks sounding like rough demos rather than polished songs. Marie's voice also sounded strained and tired on some of the tracks. It's a shame because I know she's capable of so much more. I hope her next album will be a return to form.
4. Emily - 2/5
Teena Marie Must Be Magic didn't live up to my expectations. The album lacked the musical diversity and creativity that I loved about Marie's previous works. The songs all blended together, and there was nothing that stood out or made me want to replay them. It felt like a missed opportunity for Marie to showcase her talent and evolve as an artist. I hope she takes a different direction with her next album.