Black Magic Woman
Mannheim Steamroller Lyrics
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I got a black magic woman
Yes, I 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
Got a black magic woman
You got your spell on me, baby
You got your spell on me, baby
Quit playin' tricks on me, girl
Black magic woman got me so blind I can't see her
Got your spell on me, baby
Stop playin' your tricks on me, girl
You got your spell on me
Spell on me, spell on me, baby
You got your spell on me, baby
Ooh, black magic woman
Black magic woman
And I need you so bad
Need you so bad
Black magic woman
I just can't leave you alone, no, no, no, no
The lyrics of Mannheim Steamroller's song "Black Magic Woman" tell the tale of a man who is under the spell of a woman who uses her mysterious powers to control him. The first verse repeats the line "I got a black magic woman" three times, emphasizing the presence of this powerful and dangerous woman. The second verse reveals that she is trying to "make a devil" out of him, further illustrating her malevolent intentions. The chorus repeats the notion that the woman has a spell over him and that he can't escape her grip.
As the song continues, we hear the man plead for the woman to stop playing tricks on him and for her to release him from her grip. He confesses that he can't leave her alone, demonstrating the power that this woman has over him. The repetition of the phrase "spell on me, baby" and the use of electric guitar and drums in the music give the song a hypnotic and entrancing quality that perfectly captures the idea of being under someone's spell.
Overall, the lyrics of "Black Magic Woman" effectively convey the idea of being entranced by someone's mystique and power, and the struggle to break free from their control.
Line by Line Meaning
Got a black magic woman
I am enchanted by a woman who possesses dark, mystical power.
I got a black magic woman
I have found a woman who can use supernatural abilities to control me.
Yes, I got a black magic woman
Without a doubt, I have encountered a female with potent abilities to bewitch and influence.
Got me so blind I can't see
Her power over me has blinded me to her true motives or intentions.
That she's a black magic woman
This woman I am entranced by is practicing dark magic.
She's tryin' to make a devil out of me
She seeks to lead me down a wicked path or transform me into her evil accomplice.
You got your spell on me, baby
Your mystical influence has dominated my being, my mind, and my choices.
Quit playin' tricks on me, girl
Please stop toying with me through your enchantments or spells.
Black magic woman got me so blind I can't see her
Her dark magic has obscured my vision, making me unable to perceive her true self or harmful intentions.
Stop playin' your tricks on me, girl
Cease using your supernatural powers to manipulate or influence me.
Spell on me, spell on me, baby
I am completely under your control and enchanted by your magic.
Ooh, black magic woman
Oh, you female with the potent mystical powers and dark magic.
And I need you so bad
Despite the warning signs and the risks, I crave your company and your magic influence.
Need you so bad
My longing for your supernatural powers is so intense that my judgment is impaired.
Black magic woman
You wield a potent supernatural power and a dangerous influence over me.
I just can't leave you alone, no, no, no, no
Despite the risks, I'm unable to break free of your spell and your thrillingly dangerous hold over me.
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