Black Magic Woman
Fleetwood Mac Lyrics
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Got a black magic woman
Yes, I got a black magic woman
Got me so blind I can't see
But she's a black magic woman
And she's tryin' to make a devil out of me
Don't turn your back on me, baby
Yes, don't turn your back on me, baby
You're messin' around with your tricks
Don't turn your back on me, baby
'Cause you might just break up my magic stick
You got your spell on me, baby
You got your spell on me, baby
Yes, you got your spell on me, baby
Turning my heart into stone
I need you so bad, magic woman, I can't leave you alone
Yes, I need you so bad
Well, I need you darling
Yeah, I need you darling
Yes, I want you to love me
I want you to love me
Whoa, I want you to love me, ah
Whoa, yeah
Oh, whoa, baby
Yes, I need your love
The song "Black Magic Woman" by Fleetwood Mac is about the captivating and powerful allure of a mysterious woman who possesses dark magic. The singer acknowledges that he is under her spell, as she has made him blind to her true intentions. The woman is described as a black magic woman who is trying to manipulate and corrupt the singer, turning him into a devil-like figure.
The lyrics caution the woman not to turn her back on the singer, as she is playing with tricks and could potentially break his "magic stick," symbolizing his fragile state of being. Despite the dangerous influence she has on him, the singer is desperately in need of her and finds himself unable to leave her. The lyrics convey a sense of longing and dependence, as the singer pleads for the woman's love and affection.
Line by Line Meaning
I got a black magic woman
I have encountered a woman who possesses mysterious and compelling powers.
Got a black magic woman
I am involved with a woman who possesses dark magic abilities.
Yes, I got a black magic woman
Indeed, I am under the influence of a woman with supernatural powers.
Got me so blind I can't see
Her enchantment has blinded me to reality, leaving me unable to perceive clearly.
But she's a black magic woman
However, she is a woman who possesses extraordinary and mystical abilities.
And she's tryin' to make a devil out of me
She is endeavoring to transform me into a wicked and malevolent being.
Don't turn your back on me, baby
Please do not ignore or abandon me, my beloved.
You're messin' around with your tricks
You are toying with me using your cunning and deceitful methods.
Don't turn your back on me, baby
I beseech you not to disregard or reject me, my dear.
'Cause you might just break up my magic stick
This action could potentially shatter and ruin the potency of my supernatural powers.
You got your spell on me, baby
You have cast a bewitching spell upon me, my dear.
Turning my heart into stone
Your magic has transformed my once tender and vulnerable heart into a cold and unfeeling entity.
I need you so bad, magic woman, I can't leave you alone
I am overwhelmed by my intense desire for you, my enchanting woman, and I cannot break free from your hold.
Yes, I need you so bad
Undoubtedly, I am in desperate need of you.
Well, I need you darling
Indeed, my beloved, I cannot exist without you.
Yeah, I need you darling
Yes, my dearest, I am dependent on you.
Yes, I want you to love me
I yearn for your affection and adoration.
I want you to love me
I desire your love and devotion.
Whoa, I want you to love me, ah
Oh, I fervently desire for you to love me with great intensity.
Whoa, yeah
Oh, yes.
Oh, whoa, baby
Oh, my goodness, my beloved.
Yes, I need your love
Affirmatively, I require your love and affection.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Peter Alan Green
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