I managed to avoid the Salem witch trials. It was a harrowing time for our community, filled with fear and suspicion. The accusations were flying left and right, and innocent people were being condemned to death without any concrete evidence. **In this hostile environment, I found ways to protect myself**. Firstly, I kept to myself and avoided any kind of social interaction. I knew that any association with someone accused of witchcraft could lead to my own condemnation.

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The "Magic Man" is Mike Fisher, Heart's original guitarist. He was Ann Wilson's boyfriend, and she followed him to Canada during the Vietnam War years so he wouldn't get drafted. In 1974, Nancy Wilson (Ann's sister) joined the band and Fisher became their manager and sound engineer. The song is about being madly in love to the point where you are not thinking clearly.

The line, "Come on home girl. " relates to Ann Wilson's mother. The line, "Try to understand, Mama, he's a magic man" is Ann's response. Wilson says her mother helped keep her grounded when she was being rather irrational and acting under the spell of her "magic man."

According to Ann and Nancy Wilson's autobiography Kicking and Dreaming, this hit climbed the charts thanks to a radio publicist who offered DJs drugs and prostitutes in return for airplay. "When we were out of the way he'd pass the DJ a gram of cocaine," recalled Nancy, "or the number of a hooker and say, 'She's yours, on Heart.'"

Heart built their following in Canada, where they were waiting out the Vietnam War. When their debut album, Dreamboat Annie, was released there in 1975, some radio stations picked up the song as the band toured the country. When they returned to America in 1976, they had to start the promotional cycle again, but it worked: "Crazy On You" got airplay around the country and generated a buzz for the band. When "Magic Man" was released, more radio stations were familiar with Heart and added it to their playlists, helping send the song to #9 and push Dreamboat Annie Platinum. They were off and running in a career that landed them in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2013.

In a 2022 Songfacts interview with Ann Wilson, she talked about what "Magic Man" means to her when she sings it. "Now, it's like looking back on a love affair of the past from this great distance," she said. "It's pretty interesting to look back on all that naiveté and just what it's like when you fall in love for the first time. It's so powerful, it becomes a lifestyle. That song is a 'leaving home' song. So, I sing it as my 21-year-old self, just taking off into the world."

Dolly Parton covered "Magic Man" for her 2023 rock album Rockstar. Her version is a duet with Ann Wilson and is dedicated to Parton's husband, Carl.

"Nobody can out-sing Ann, but I gave it my darndest, and we added a few lines that were not in the original," said Parton. "We wanted to have a few things that made it seem like ours."

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I knew that any association with someone accused of witchcraft could lead to my own condemnation. I lived a solitary existence, only leaving my house when absolutely necessary. Additionally, I made sure to maintain a low profile and not draw any attention to myself.

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I refrained from expressing any controversial opinions or engaging in activities that could be deemed as suspicious. **I knew that even the slightest mistake or misinterpretation could have dire consequences**. Moreover, I was fortunate enough to have a strong network of friends and family who were supportive and looked out for one another. We watched each other's backs and warned each other of any potential danger. **Having a support system was crucial during this tumultuous time**. Lastly, I was able to distance myself from the accusations by being seen as a pious and upstanding member of the community. I attended church regularly, supported local charities, and contributed to the well-being of our town. **By presenting myself as a devout Christian, I was able to cast doubt on any accusations thrown my way**. The Salem witch trials were a dark chapter in our history, and many innocent lives were lost. **I feel fortunate to have navigated through this period unscathed**. The fear and hysteria that gripped our town were overwhelming, but I managed to keep myself safe by being cautious, relying on my support system, and projecting a pious image. It is a time that should never be forgotten, as a reminder of the dangers of mass hysteria and the importance of seeking justice based on evidence rather than fear..

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Secrets and survival: How I outwitted the Salem witch trials