The fourth album Seventh Tree placed a greater emphasis on ambient and downtempo music, drawing inspiration from nature and paganism, while their fifth album, Head First, found the group exploring 1980s-influenced synthpop. Head First also earned the second Grammy Award nomination for Best Electronic/Dance Album in 2010. Goldfrapp released their critically acclaimed sixth studio album, the folktronica-influenced Tales of Us, in September 2013. Goldfrapp released their seventh studio album, Silver Eye, in March 2017, which debuted at number six on the UK Albums Chart.
Discography
Felt Mountain (2000)
Black Cherry (2003)
Supernature (2005)
Seventh Tree (2008)
Head First (2010)
Tales of Us (2013)
Silver Eye (2017)
Systemagic
Goldfrapp Lyrics
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Cover up, let's be it, do it, celebrate it
Silver eye
Take a ride, light the sky
Make it burn, let's be it, do it, celebrate it
Silver eye
Systemagic, magic
Systemagic, magic
Be the wild, the wild fire
Take a ride, light the sky
Make it burn, let's be it, do it, celebrate it
Silver eye
Waning moon in platonic dreams
You're my kinda bling, my alibi
Systemagic, magic
Systemagic, magic
Systemagic, magic
Be the wild, the wild fire
Mirror, mirror, build the fire high
Mirror, mirror, be the wild, the wild fire
Systemagic, magic
Systemagic, magic
Systemagic, magic
Be the wild, the wild fire
Goldfrapp's song "Systemagic" is a celebratory and upbeat song about the power of individuality and self expression. The lyrics suggest that the listener should embrace their own magic and shine brightly, letting their true self be seen. The lines "You're the light, you're the spell/Cover up, let's be it, do it, celebrate it/Silver eye" seem to encourage the listener to express themselves confidently and fully.
The phrase "silver eye" is repeated several times throughout the song, and it seems to represent the idea of seeing and being seen clearly. The line "Waning moon in platonic dreams/You're my kinda bling, my alibi" suggests that the singer is finding comfort and validation in their own personal magic, rather than relying on external validation or the approval of others. The chorus repeats "Systemagic, magic/Be the wild, the wild fire," further driving home the idea that individuality and self expression are powerful and transformative.
Overall, the song is a call to action to embrace one's unique identity and celebrate the magic that makes them who they are.
Line by Line Meaning
You're the light, you're the spell
You are the source of the magic and enchantment.
Cover up, let's be it, do it, celebrate it
Let's hide our true selves and embrace the magic, do whatever it takes and celebrate it.
Silver eye
A reference to the reflective or metal-like appearance of the eye, indicating a sense of otherworldliness and power.
Take a ride, light the sky
Join me on a journey and bring light to the darkness.
Make it burn, let's be it, do it, celebrate it
Let's ignite a passion and energy, let's embrace the magic, do whatever it takes and celebrate it.
Systemagic, magic
The invocation of the concept of a mystic or divine system, and its capacity to create and manipulate enchantment.
Be the wild, the wild fire
Embrace the wildness within and let it burn brightly.
Waning moon in platonic dreams
An obscure reference to the phases of the moon or a reflection on the ephemeral, symbolic nature of human love.
You're my kinda bling, my alibi
You are my way of standing out and my excuse for being audacious.
Mirror, mirror, build the fire high
Reflect on our own strength and power, and ignite it further with intensity.
Systemagic, magic
Reiterating the invocation of the concept of a mystic or divine system, of its capacity to create and manipulate enchantment.
Be the wild, the wild fire
Embrace the wildness within and let it burn brightly.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alison Elizabeth Goldfrapp, Will Gregory
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Lili
Luna light, you're the spell
Coven up, let's be it, do it, celebrate it
Silver eye
Take a ride, light the sky
Make it burn, let's be it, do it, celebrate it
Silver eye
Systemagic magic
Systemagic magic
Systemagic magic
Be the wild, the wild fire
Take a ride, light the sky
Make it burn, let's be it, do it, celebrate it
Silver eye
Waning Moon in plutonic dreams
You're my kinda bling, my alibi
Systemagic magic
Systemagic magic
Systemagic magic
Be the wild, the wild fire
Mirror, mirror, build the fire high
Mirror, mirror, be the wild, the wild fire
Kevin Wilkinson
The bass on this track is to die for. The silver eye cd is pure electronic bliss.
Mike Ludig
The bass on this track used to be my "test song" for my car's subwoofers.
DireConsenquences
I love Goldfrapp's stuff. It's gritty, but sensual and soft at the same time.
Cody B
Aside of loving Goldfrapp and the song since release, I give the director the dance coordinator a huge applause. The moves go along the rhythm nicely. I truly love this video & Goldfrapp <3
NS Pr
I believe it was Alison Goldfrapp herself!
Maxsim Gue
The choreo in this single is fantastic... I live for the gap between time and space.
Michael Abbott
Fantastic song and incredible video !!!! Kudos to Alison for her first directing venture, may there be many more. Magnificent work and the dancers are stunning in look and execution. Magic, magic, Magic !! XO
Rick Koelewijn
The rythm and bass of this song = instant eargasm 😍
Your Mother
Why can't people just be happy they are making new music? I love the new album. You guys never disappoint.
Daniel Ayquero
Thank you Alison (and the band) for a fantastic concert in Prague. One of the best gigs I've been to, your voice and presence creates (syste)magic.