Black Magic Woman
*Santana Lyrics
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Got a black magic woman
I've got a black magic woman
Got me so blind I can't see
That she's a black magic woman
She's trying to make a devil out of me
Don't turn your back on me, baby
Yes, don't turn your back on me, baby
Stop messing 'round with your tricks
Don't turn your back on me, baby
You just might pick up my magic sticks
You got your spell on me, baby
You got your spell on me, baby
Yes, you got your spell on me, baby
Turnin' my heart into stone
I need you so bad
Magic woman I can't leave you alone
The song "Black Magic Woman" by Santana speaks about a woman who has a powerful and dangerous hold on the singer. The woman is described as a "black magic woman" who has cast a spell on the singer and has made him blind to her true intentions. She is said to be trying to turn the singer into a devil, indicating that her powers are sinister and destructive. The singer pleads with her not to turn her back on him and to stop playing tricks on him, warning that she may be picking up his "magic sticks" if she does. Throughout the song, the singer conveys his desperation and the hold that the woman has over him, admitting that he is unable to leave her alone.
The lyrics of "Black Magic Woman" suggest that the woman in question is a metaphor for addiction or temptation. The language used to describe her supernatural powers and the danger she poses to the singer draws parallels with the allure of drugs or other vices. The repeated refrain "don't turn your back on me, baby" emphasises the singer's fear of being abandoned by the woman, mirroring the fear of abandonment that addicts may experience. Ultimately, the song is a cautionary tale about the dangers of giving in to temptation and the consequences of becoming too deeply involved with something that may ultimately be harmful.
Line by Line Meaning
Got a black magic woman
I have a woman who practices dark magic
Got a black magic woman
I have a woman who practices dark magic
I've got a black magic woman
I possess a woman who practices dark magic
Got me so blind I can't see
She has mesmerized me and I am unable to see the truth
That she's a black magic woman
It is evident that she is a practitioner of dark magic
She's trying to make a devil out of me
She aims to turn me into an evil person or lead me into temptation
Don't turn your back on me, baby
Do not neglect me or abandon me, my dear
Don't turn your back on me, baby
Do not neglect me or abandon me, my dear
Yes, don't turn your back on me, baby
Indeed, do not neglect me or abandon me, my dear
Stop messing 'round with your tricks
Cease playing games with me or using your dark magic
Don't turn your back on me, baby
Do not neglect me or abandon me, my dear
You just might pick up my magic sticks
You may inherit my ability to use dark magic if you do not stop playing with it
You got your spell on me, baby
You have cast a spell on me and enchanted me
You got your spell on me, baby
You have cast a spell on me and enchanted me
Yes, you got your spell on me, baby
It is true that you have cast a spell on me and enchanted me
Turnin' my heart into stone
Your spell has made me cold-hearted and unfeeling
I need you so bad
I rely on you greatly, despite the damage you are causing
Magic woman I can't leave you alone
I cannot resist your spell and am unable to break free of your influence
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Peter Alan Green
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Got a black magic woman
Got a black magic woman
I've got a black magic woman
Got me so blind, I can't see
That she's a black magic woman
She's trying to make a devil outta me
Don't turn your back on me, baby
Don't turn your back on me, baby
Yes, don't turn your back on me, baby
Stop messing 'round with your tricks
Don't turn your back on me, baby
You just might pick up my magic sticks
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
@pitzajot956
Lyrics:
Got a black magic woman
Got a black magic woman
I've got a black magic woman
Got me so blind I can't see
That she's a black magic woman
She's tryin' to make a devil out of me
Don't turn your back on me, baby
Don't turn your back on me, baby
Yes, don't turn your back on me baby
Stop messin' around with your tricks
Don't turn your back on me baby
You just might pick up my magic sticks
Got your spell on me baby
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
@mileswale1368
Thank you Dr for your help I will always be grateful sir, I will tell the world how truthful, trusted and powerful you are, you are certainly the best spell Caster in the universe.
My husband and I now living happily together we don't longer have issue in our marriage Him respect me now and also showing me more love like never before thanks you once again doctor Ujagbe for your kindness you are a God sent....
He's specialise in any kind of spell such as.
* love spell
*self love spell
* money spell
* weight loss/gain spell
* get your ex back
* Lucky charm spelld
* lottery spell
* job promotion spell
* do as I say spell
* pregnancy spell
*Diabetes
*lupus
*Protection spell
*You want to win your Court case
kindly contact him on WhatsApp through +2348134081716
@roncriswell2685
My dad used to play this on guitar when I was a kid with the record in the background.......we still have that record, love you dad.
@dirkpittthegreat4559
@Carlos Santana I have every album ever made...always a huge fan. Still have them. Thanks for the music Carlos. Made my life easier many times.
@JoseGarcia-fs8lc
@Carlos Santana p0
@orlandaferreira1589
Good is with us...
@charlenedean4086
I wish I still had this album. We were still young to understand what we had as children. We destroyed albums 35. Wish we could have known it would means hundreds 💯😕
@professorxavier9692
I love you too son.
@myndcrime346
My Dad passed away on Wednesday February 1, 2023. He was a huge Santana fan. He had amazing taste in music. From a very young age, I can remember waking up to him playing this song from his bedroom, and then as I got ready for school.
I will miss you SO MUCH Pop. My heart is broken. I miss my morning phone call from you...especially your "My son!" after I said hello. You're no longer in pain or suffering. I love you Papasito. ❤️
@dopeoverload7718
Abraxas was on repeat every weekend at my house growing up thanks to my dad as well, very sorry to hear about your loss
@GamesandstuffMusic
Oh he lives through you pal!
@myndcrime346
@@dopeoverload7718 Thank you!