India Arie is a talented American singer-songwriter who rose to fame in the early 2000s. She is known for her soulful and empowering music, which often incorporates elements of R&B, neo-soul, and acoustic folk. One of her popular songs is "That Magic," released in 2019. "That Magic" is a heartfelt and uplifting track that explores the beauty and power of love. India Arie's mesmerizing vocals shine through as she sings about the transformative nature of love and its ability to create a magical connection between two people. The song's lyrics are filled with depth and positivity, reminding listeners of the importance of embracing love in all its forms.
Make a Flower Crown– Find flowers growing locally or make paper flowers. Create a flower crown and pick your Spring Queen(or King) for the day.
Celebrating with family helps to rekindle love and comfort after a winter bumping into each other in your home or not being able to visit due to inclement weather. Plan out your Garden Whether its a garden for your vegetables or you want to start a herb garden for medicines and teas; spending time preparing for the coming season is a good way to connect with what you want in life as well as tapping into your inner green and kitchen witch.
The song's lyrics are filled with depth and positivity, reminding listeners of the importance of embracing love in all its forms. In "That Magic," India Arie showcases her incredible talent for storytelling and her ability to touch the hearts of her listeners. Through her soulful voice and empowering lyrics, she encourages self-love and self-acceptance, reminding her audience that they are worthy of love and capable of experiencing its transformative power.
Wiccan holiday of Ostara
Ostara is the one of the eight pagan festivals throughout the Wheel of the Year. Each season is celebrated and regarded as equally important. It is also a way to understand the natural world and its changes and become more in-tune with the environment. This is one of my favourite times of the year – if I could choose!
The 21st March marks the Spring Equinox. The wondrous time of the year, parallel to Autumn Equinox. It is a time of balance – when the length of night and day are completely equal.
And it is the gateway into Spring! – the very first day of spring! The days will now get longer and the night shorter as we move into the summer season.
As well as the light and dark, other aspects come into balance – masculinity and femininity, inner and outer etc. But this festival marks the time of the year when light defeats the dark as we are coming out of the cold winter months. Where the world, which would have seemed like it was dying to our ancestors, begins to bloom again with life. It is a time of fertility, renewal and rebirth.
Ostara originally took its name from the Germanic goddess Eostre/Ostara, a representation of fertility and regrowth. And interestingly, the female fertility hormone has been influenced by the name of the goddess – “Eostrogen.” And this is where the Christian celebration of Easter evolved! – itself a celebration of rebirth.
And indeed, the things associated with modern day Easter are traditionally Ostara symbols – a Hare, Eggs and Hot cross buns!
The Goddess Ostara is most closely associated with a Hare – she is shown having the head and shoulders of a hare. The hare is particularly a symbol of fertility and abundance as in nature the hare is able to conceive even whilst pregnant! And over the centuries this hare symbol has become the Easter Bunny – who brings eggs to children on Easter morning, the Christian celebration.
Also, for many goddesses in Paganism, the Hare is a symbol of the moon. This also links to modern Easter celebrations as Christian Easter is determined by the phases of the moon.
The egg itself is very important! It represents potential and new life – symbolising fertility and all creation. It can optimise the masculine and feminine balance; light and dark in the yolk and egg white – the Sun God and White Goddess.
It is even seen by many traditions a symbol representing the entire universe.
It shows balance of all things for but a moment until the energy comes through bringing growth and rebirth to the world.
Finally, the hot cross bun too represents balance. The decoration of the cross on top can be seen as the Celtic Cross, the four armed cross within a circle. It represents the four seasons, the four directions of N, E, S, and W as well as the five sacred elements Earth, Air, Fire, Water and Spirit in the centre.
And the circumference is the cycle of the year – the circle of life. Pretty cool right?!
And if you did decide to add a little pagan celebration to your home there are some traditional items and colour associated with the festival:
Flowers: Daffodils, primroses, violets, crocuses, celendine, catkins, pussy willow in profusion
Colours (for use with candles or simple decorations): bright green, yellow and purple
Altar/table top ideas: coloured eggs, seeds, feathers, all spring flowers, colours above, all foliage that is sprouting into leaf.
Plant seeds– If you have the space, create a gardening space for your child. Flowers such as sunflowers, forget me nots and wildflowers or their favorite veggie are all good ideas to grow. Set up eco-friendly planter pots with recycled containers and bottles or use egg shells or egg cartons to make compostable planters. You can also set up planters if you live in an apartment to save space. Let kids try out growing sprouts in a mason jar or something that fits on a windowsill.To make it extra magical, write down on a piece of paper what you want to “grow” over the next season. Put this paper in the bottom of your planter before adding the dirt and seeds. Some ideas you could use include, peace and happiness, good health, prosperity, abundance, less stress, luck and self love.
India Arie's music often emphasizes important social issues, and "That Magic" is no exception. In this song, she highlights the need for love and unity in a world that is often filled with negativity and division. She encourages her listeners to find strength in love and to spread its magic to those around them. "That Magic" is just one example of India Arie's incredible musical legacy. Throughout her career, she has released numerous critically acclaimed albums and received multiple Grammy Awards nominations. She continues to inspire her audience with her soulful and empowering music, solidifying her position as one of the most respected and revered artists in the industry. In conclusion, India Arie's song "That Magic" is a beautiful and inspiring tribute to the power of love. Through her soulful vocals and empowering lyrics, she encourages her listeners to embrace love and its transformative magic. India Arie's music serves as a reminder of the importance of self-love, unity, and spreading positivity in a world that sometimes feels devoid of magic..
Reviews for "India.Arie's Music: A Guide to Inner Peace and Spiritual Magic"
1. John - 2 Stars - I was really disappointed with India Arie's latest single "That Magic". I've been a fan of her previous work and was excited to hear new music from her, but this song fell flat for me. The production felt generic and lacking in creativity, and the lyrics were uninspiring. Overall, it just didn't have the magic that I had come to expect from India Arie.
2. Sarah - 1 Star - I have been a long-time fan of India Arie, but "That Magic" was a major letdown for me. The song felt repetitive and didn't showcase her unique vocal abilities. I found myself bored and uninterested throughout the entire track. I was hoping for something more soulful and uplifting, but this song just didn't deliver.
3. Michael - 2 Stars - I have always admired India Arie's music and message, but "That Magic" missed the mark for me. The lyrics felt cliché and the melody was forgettable. It lacked the depth and thoughtfulness that I have come to expect from her music. I hope she goes back to her roots and brings back the magic in her future releases.
4. Emily - 3 Stars - As a fan of India Arie, I had high hopes for her new single "That Magic". While it wasn't terrible, it didn't leave a lasting impression on me either. The song felt average and didn't stand out amongst her previous work. I appreciate her experimentation with different sounds, but this one didn't quite hit the mark for me.