Orange Magic
Julia Michaels Lyrics


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I drove to a love so fast, I racked up speeding tickets
Now that's finished
I drank a glass of gin so now my head is spinning
With you in it

I'll never forget your Beamer
Coming down my street to
Pick me up on a date
I didn't know I was hungry
For someone to love me
'Til you were on a plate, hey

Orange magic
In your eyes, on my mind
Orange magic
Butterflies, a thousand kinds
A new fabric
I can climb on top and break it in
Again, again, again

I took apart my couch cushions looking for my feelings
Now I'm in 'em
Hey, I was land locked
Held down by my bad decisions
Now I'm swimmin'

I'll never forget your Beamer
Coming up my street now
I'll never be the same, ayy

'Cause I'm deep in orange magic
In your eyes, on my mind
Orange magic
Butterflies, a thousand kinds
A new fabric
I can climb on top and break it in
Again, again, again

'Cause I'm deep in orange magic
In your eyes, on my mind
Orange magic
Butterflies, a thousand kinds
A new fabric




I can climb on top and break it in
Again, again, again

Overall Meaning

In "Orange Magic" by Julia Michaels, the lyrics describe a whirlwind romance that took the singer by surprise. The song begins with the singer recalling a passionate and fast-paced love, symbolized by driving so fast that they accumulated speeding tickets. This love has now come to an end, but the memories still linger. The singer reminisces about the intense emotions they experienced, comparing it to the disorienting effects of drinking a glass of gin.


One of the standout moments in the relationship is when the love interest arrived in a Beamer to pick up the singer for a date. This small gesture holds significant meaning for the singer, as it represents someone showing up and not only fulfilling their hunger for love but putting themselves on full display for the singer's acceptance. It implies that the love interest was willing to be vulnerable and chosen to take a chance on the singer.


The chorus of the song emphasizes the powerful impact of this love by using the imagery of "orange magic." This imagery reflects the vibrant and intoxicating nature of the relationship. The color orange is often associated with energy, creativity, and passion. The phrase "orange magic" conveys the overwhelming and unforgettable experience of being in love.


The second verse reveals that after the relationship ended, the singer went through a process of introspection, searching for their emotions by dismantling their couch cushions. This metaphor suggests that the singer was willing to examine their own feelings and address any emotional baggage they may have had. As a result, they are now liberated and able to navigate their emotions freely, represented by swimming instead of being landlocked.


Overall, "Orange Magic" delves into the intensity of a past love and the lingering impact it has on the singer. The song celebrates the exhilaration and thrill of being consumed by a passionate romance.


Line by Line Meaning

I drove to a love so fast, I racked up speeding tickets
I pursued a relationship with intense passion and urgency, resulting in numerous instances of breaking the rules and pushing boundaries.


Now that's finished
However, that phase of my life is now over and behind me.


I drank a glass of gin so now my head is spinning
I indulged in a drink that has made me feel lightheaded and dizzy.


With you in it
These sensations were connected to the presence and impact of the person I was with.


I'll never forget your Beamer
The memory of your luxury car, a Beamer, is deeply ingrained in my mind.


Coming down my street to
Driving down my street to pick me up.


Pick me up on a date
Taking me out on a romantic outing.


I didn't know I was hungry
I wasn't aware of the emptiness and longing within me.


For someone to love me
I yearned for someone to genuinely care for and cherish me.


'Til you were on a plate, hey
Until you came into my life and fulfilled that deep longing, completing the missing piece of myself.


Orange magic
An enchanting and captivating phenomenon represented by the color orange.


In your eyes, on my mind
The orange magic is visible in your eyes and occupies my thoughts constantly.


Butterflies, a thousand kinds
It evokes the fluttering sensation of butterflies, with countless variations and intensities.


A new fabric
An unfamiliar and unique experience or reality.


I can climb on top and break it in
I have the ability to embrace and explore this new reality, making it my own through active engagement and involvement.


Again, again, again
Repeating the process of immersion and engagement in this fascinating and addictive experience.


I took apart my couch cushions looking for my feelings
I searched desperately and thoroughly within myself, disassembling metaphorical barriers in hopes of finding my emotions.


Now I'm in 'em
And now, I am fully immersed and enveloped in those emotions.


Hey, I was landlocked
Previously, I felt confined and restricted, unable to explore and navigate freely.


Held down by my bad decisions
My past wrong choices and actions weighed me down and prevented me from moving forward.


Now I'm swimmin'
But now, I have broken free from those constraints and am embracing a state of liberation and movement.


'Cause I'm deep in orange magic
Because I am fully immersed and captivated by the enchanting orange magic.


In your eyes, on my mind
It is visible in your eyes and occupies my thoughts constantly.


Butterflies, a thousand kinds
Bringing forth a sensation of butterflies, in various forms and intensities.


A new fabric
Introducing a brand new and unique experience or reality.


I can climb on top and break it in
I have the ability to fully engage and make this new reality my own.


Again, again, again
Repeatedly immersing and embracing this irresistible experience.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: Julia Carin Cavazos, John Ryan

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Spoonful of Makeup

This imagery is so dreamy! Love the 60s vibe she’s using for this album!

Thurein Phyo

IKR!!! U just described how I exactly feel. Thank u.

ohsnapitzemily

@Megan i guess?

Megan

yeah I guess...

Sam

She’s so talented at writing lyrics

Gaori Jaiswal

her voice, the lyrics, the aesthetics, the music, everything is so hypnotizingly beautiful💕

Syipa

I discovered Julia this year on Youtube and I must say, I already fell in love with her! And her music as well! 😎

Joseph James

Me in 2020
Discovered her listening heaven

snehal kadam

Just love the song , julia is one of the most talented artist in music industry....

Thurein Phyo

Unlike other songs, u don’t need to listen more than once to grow on u. Instant grow.

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