Do You Believe in Magic

The Lovin' Spoonful

About Do You Believe in Magic

"Do You Believe In Magic" is a song written by John Sebastian. It was first recorded and released by his group, The Lovin' Spoonful in 1965. The single peaked at number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. In 1978, Shaun Cassidy reached the top 40 with his cover version. The song has been recorded by various artists.


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Do you believe in magic in a young girl's heart
How the music can free her, whenever it starts
And it's magic, if the music is groovy
It makes you feel happy like an old-time movie
I'll tell you about the magic, and it'll free your soul
But it's like trying to tell a stranger 'bout rock and roll

If you believe in magic don't bother to choose
If it's jug band music or rhythm and blues
Just go and listen it'll start with a smile
It won't wipe off your face no matter how hard you try
Your feet start tapping and you can't seem to find
How you got there, so just blow your mind

If you believe in magic, come along with me
We'll dance until morning 'til there's just you and me
And maybe, if the music is right
I'll meet you tomorrow, sort of late at night
And we'll go dancing, baby, then you'll see
How the magic's in the music and the music's in me

Yeah, do you believe in magic
Yeah, believe in the magic of a young girl's soul
Believe in the magic of rock and roll
Believe in the magic that can set you free
Ohh, talking 'bout magic

Do you believe like I believe (Do you believe in magic)
Do you believe like I believe (Do you believe, believer)
Do you believe like I believe (Do you believe in magic)

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The Lovin' Spoonful

The Lovin' Spoonful is an American rock band of the 1960s, named to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2000. When asked about his band, leader John Sebastian said it sounded like a combination of "Mississippi John Hurt and Chuck Berry," prompting his friend, Fritz Richmond, to suggest the name "Lovin' Spoonful" from a line in Hurt's song, "Coffee Blues".[citation needed] more »

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Written by: John Sebastian

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11 facts about this song

Origination
"Do You Believe in Magic" is originally a song written by John Sebastian. It was initially performed and recorded by The Lovin' Spoonful, a rock band from the mid-1960s.
Release Details
The song was released in 1965 as the title track of The Lovin' Spoonful's debut studio album.
Chart Performance
"Do You Believe in Magic" made its place in the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 9, making it one of the band's biggest hits.
Music Composition
The song has a unique blend of pop, rock, and folk music elements. It reflects Sebastian's interest in folk revival music.
Lyrics
The lyrics of the song espouse an optimistic view of the transformative power of music.
Covers
It has been covered by various artists since its release, one of those being Shaun Cassidy. Cassidy released his cover of the song in the late 1970s.
Legacy
The song is considered a classic of the 60s folk-rock pop scene, often cited for its upbeat tune and inspirational message.
In Media
It has been featured in many commercials, movies, and TV shows over the years, including 'The Parent Trap'.
Album Success
The album 'Do You Believe in Magic' on which the song was featured reached number 32 on the Billboard 200, showcasing the popularity of the track.
Song Reception
Critics often praised "Do You Believe in Magic" for its catchy tune, reflective lyrics, and successful blend of musical genres.
Artist Recognition
John Sebastian, the song's writer, got recognized as a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2000, and this song was a significant contribution to his success.

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