"Could It Be Magic" is a song originally written by Adrienne Anderson and American composer-producer Barry Manilow. It was first released in 1971, performed by The First Class, and later became a big hit when Barry Manilow released his own version in 1975. The song is a mixture of pop and classical music elements, influenced by the works of famous 19th-century composer Frédéric Chopin. It opens with an instrumental prelude, setting a dramatic and enchanting atmosphere. The lyrics describe the feeling of being overwhelmed and captivated by the intense emotions of falling in love. “Could It Be Magic" became one of Barry Manilow's signature songs and helped solidify his reputation as a versatile and talented singer-songwriter.
Barry Manilow
Could It Be Magic/Mandy
Spirit move me
Every time I'm near you
Whirling like a cyclone in my mind
Sweet Melissa
Angel of my lifetime
Answer to all answers
I can find
Baby I love you
Come come come come into my arms
Let me know the wonder of all of you
And baby I want you
now now now and hold on fast
Could this be the magic at last?
I remember all my life
Rainin' down as cold as ice
Shadows of a man,
a face through a window
Cryin' in the night
The night goes in
To mornin' just another day
Happy people pass my way
Lookin' in their eyes
I see a memory
I've never realized
How happy you made me
Oh Mandy
Well you came and you gave without takin'
But I sent you away
Ahh Mandy
You kissed me and stopped me from shakin'
And I need you today
Ahh Mandy
I'm standin' on the edge of time
I've walked away when love was mine
Caught up in a world
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Of uphill climbin'
The tears are in my mind
And nothin' is rhymin'
Oh Mandy
Well you came and you gave without takin'
But I sent you away
Ahh Mandy
You kissed me and stopped me from shakin'
And I need you today
Ahh Mandy
Yesterday's a dream
Now I face the mornin'
Cryin' on a breeze
The pain is callin'
Ohh Mandy
Well you came and you gave without takin'
But I sent you away
Ahh Mandy
You kissed me and stopped me from shakin'
And I need you today
Ohh Mandy
You came and gave without takin'
But I sent you away
Ohh Mandy
You kissed and stopped me from shakin'
Oooh baby I love you
Come come come into my arms
Oooh,let me know the wonder of all of you
And baby I need you now
now now ohh now
now and hold on fast
Could this be the magic at last?
At last
Could it be magic barry manilow
Instrumental (16 bars)
Spirit move me every time I'm near you,
Whirling like a cyclone in my mind.
Sweet Melissa, angel of my lifetime,
Answer to all answers I can find.
Chorus:
Baby I love you, come, come,
Come into my arms,
Let me know the wonder of all of you,
And baby I want you, now, now,
Now and hold on fast,
Could this be the magic at last.
Instrumental (28 bars)
Lady take me high upon a hillside,
High up where the stallion meets the sun.
I could love you, build my world around you,
Never leave you 'til my life is done.
Chorus:
Baby I love you, come, come,
Come into my arms,
Let me know the wonder of all of you,
And baby I want you, now, now, Oh now
Oh now and hold on fast,
Could this be the magic at last.
And could it be magic
come, come on
come on,Oh,
Come into my arms,
Let me know the wonder of all of you, all of you
Baby I want you, now, now, Oh now
Oh now and hold on fast,
Could this be the magic at last.
could it be magic
come, come on
Come, oh
*Come into my arms,
Let me know the wonder of all of you,
Baby I want you, now, now, Oh now
Oh now and hold on fast,
Now and hold on fast,
Could this be the magic at last. *repeat and fade
Instrumental (16 bars) Spirit move me every time I'm near you, Whirling like a cyclone in my mind. Sweet Melissa, angel of my lifetime, Answer to all answers I can find. Chorus: Baby I love you, come, come, Come into my arms, Let me know the wonder of all of you, And baby I want you, now, now, Now and hold on fast, Could this be the magic at last. Instrumental (28 bars) Lady take me high upon a hillside, High up where the stallion meets the sun. I could love you, build my world around you, Never leave you 'til my life is done. Chorus: Baby I love you, come, come, Come into my arms, Let me know the wonder of all of you, And baby I want you, now, now, Oh now Oh now and hold on fast, Could this be the magic at last. And could it be magic come, come on come on,Oh, Come into my arms, Let me know the wonder of all of you, all of you Baby I want you, now, now, Oh now Oh now and hold on fast, Could this be the magic at last. could it be magic come, come on Come, oh *Come into my arms, Let me know the wonder of all of you, Baby I want you, now, now, Oh now Oh now and hold on fast, Now and hold on fast, Could this be the magic at last. *repeat and fade
Barry Manilow
Spirit move me
every time I'm near you
Whirling like a cyclone in my mind
Sweet Melissa,
angel of my life time,
Answer to all answers I can find
Baby I love you Come, come,
come into my arms
Let me know the wonder of all of you
Baby I want you,
now, now, now and hold on fast
Could this be the magic at last
Lady take me
hight upon a hillside
High up where the stallion meets the sun
I could love you,
build my world around you,
Never leave you till my life is done
Baby I love you Come, come,
come into my arms
Let me know the wonder of all of you
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and baby I want you,
now, now, oh now, oh now and hold on fast
Could this be the magic at last
now could it be magic
Come, come on,come on
come oh come into my arms
Let me know the wonder of all of you
Baby I want you,
now, now, oh now,oh now and hold on fast
Could this be the magic at last.
Could it be magic
come, come on,come on,come,oh come onto my arms
Let me know the wonder of all of you
Baby I want you,
now, now, oh now,oh now and hold on fast
Could this be the magic at last.
Could it be magic
come, come on,come on,come,oh come into my arms
Let me know the wonder of all of you
Baby I want you,
now, now, oh now,now oh now and hold on fast
Could this be the magic at last.
“Could It Be Magic" became one of Barry Manilow's signature songs and helped solidify his reputation as a versatile and talented singer-songwriter. His rendition of the song featured additional lyrics, giving it a more personal touch. The song's incredible success not only propelled Manilow's career but also became a crowd favorite in his live performances.
Over the years, several other artists have covered "Could It Be Magic" and put their unique spin on it. Donna Summer released a popular disco version in 1976, which became a chart-topping hit and further popularized the song. Many other artists, including Take That and Kylie Minogue, have interpreted the song in their own styles, keeping it relevant and loved by new generations. The enduring appeal of "Could It Be Magic" lies in its timeless melody, emotive lyrics, and the ability to resonate with listeners in different ways. The song's enchanting and romantic themes make it a perfect choice for special moments or a mood-setting song. Barry Manilow's "Could It Be Magic" showcases his extraordinary musical talent and songwriting skills. It remains an iconic and cherished track in his vast discography, and the song's continued popularity demonstrates its lasting magic..
Reviews for "Barry Manilow's Fan Base: Who Are the True Believers in the Magic?"
1. Michelle - 2 stars
The "Could it be magic" by Barry Manilow was a huge disappointment for me. I found the song to be extremely outdated and lacking in originality. The lyrics were cliché and the melody was forgettable. I was hoping for something fresh and unique, but instead, I was left feeling bored and unimpressed. I don't understand the hype surrounding this song.
2. Robert - 1 star
I can't understand why anyone would enjoy "Could it be magic" by Barry Manilow. The song is nothing more than a cheesy and overly sentimental ballad. The lyrics are incredibly corny, and the melody is repetitive and uninteresting. It lacks depth and originality, making it a forgettable and uninspiring piece of music. I would not recommend wasting your time on this song.
3. Stephanie - 2 stars
I was really looking forward to listening to "Could it be magic" by Barry Manilow, but unfortunately, it did not live up to my expectations. The song felt overly theatrical and lacked substance. The lyrics were cheesy and the melody failed to evoke any emotions in me. Overall, it was a forgettable and underwhelming experience. I expected much more from such a renowned artist like Barry Manilow.
4. Daniel - 1 star
I found "Could it be magic" by Barry Manilow to be incredibly boring and dated. The song lacked any sort of originality and sounded like something I've heard a million times before. The lyrics were predictable, and the melody was uninspiring. It did not leave any lasting impression on me, and I would not recommend wasting your time on it. There are far better songs out there to listen to.