Alan Thicke married actress Gloria Loring, known for starring in programs such as 'Days of Our Lives', in 1970, and he had the two sons Brennan Thicke and Robin Thicke. Half-brother Carter Thicke would become another member of the clan years later after Alan Thicke divorced and remarried. Brother Robin grew up in a household filled with music, with his dad being a singer (of tracks such as "Thicke of the Night") as well as a co-composer for several TV show theme songs and a seminal actor on both the big and small screens (examples being the shows 'Growing Pains' and 'How I Met Your Mother').
The young Robin Thicke taught himself to play piano at the age of twelve. Even at the age of fourteen, he found that he could play just about anything that he heard on the radio, feeling a drive to keep going further. Before his days as a singer-songwriter performing his own material,Robin Thicke wrote songs for the soul and pop groups 3T (with 1995's "Sexual Attention" bringing Thicke alongside Damon Thomas), Brownstone (with 1997's "Around You"), and Color Me Badd (an example being 1996's "Sexual Capacity"). He also collaborated with the acclaimed production duo of Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis on several songs for Jordan Knight's 1999 self-titled album. Thicke seemed to receive a great omen when Knight's album was certified Gold and gained huge fan acclaim.
In 2000, Thicke went to work on material for his debut album, which ended up being titled 'A Beautiful World'. The album focused more on blue-eyed soul than his pop-centered offerings for other artists, and he mixed in influences from eclectic funk (in the vein of the British group Jamiroquai) and and modern neo-soul music (in the vain of Canadian crooner Remy Shand). Thicke hoped that he was primed for huge things by late 2002 when the album became ready for release.
Thicke's lead single, called "When I Get You Alone", had a distinctive music video made for it. The disco and slick rnb fueled track sounded rather unlike the commercial pop ethos of the time, having a distinctive sampling of Walter Murphy's 70s dance music hit "A Fifth of Beethoven" (which itself had been inspired by Beethoven's Fifth Symphony). The video featured an unshaven Thicke, with long, grungy hair, as a courier racing through the streets of Manhattan on a bicycle. It received some rotation on MTV 2 and BET's "Rated Next", the song being spun moderately on urban radio. On the Hot 100, it reached #29 quite quickly, yet it fell out the chart just as fast. Globally, however, the song was quite popular. With his single peaking at #17 in Australia, #15 in Belgium, #15 in Italy, #8 in New Zealand, and #5 in the Netherlands, Thicke felt that he wanted another shot at the 'big time' in the U.S.
Devising the re-release of this album, which it then gaining its final title of 'A Beautiful World', Thicke added a few extra songs that he seemed confident of. Yet the album received very little corporate promotion, irritating Thicke despite the release of a second single, a Prince-like groove mixing funk with rock called "Brand New Jones". The album debuted at #152 in the Billboard 200 and didn't do much from there, selling a mere 59,000 copies. Still, his work ended up being received well by many critics and musical peers, with Trevor Nelson and Lil' Wayne (Weezy's 2005 release 'Tha Carter, Vol. 2' would even include some of Thicke's work) lauding Thicke's music, as well as many fans.
In 2004, artist Pharrell Williams asked Jimmy Iovine, CEO of Interscope, “What are you doing with Robin Thicke?” A few months later, Robin was recording a new single, titled “Wanna Love You Girl” with Pharrell in Miami, as a newly signed artist on Pharrell’s label, Star Trak Records. With the two musicians sharing the same love for genre-hopping, deliberately 'retro' music, the single immediately attracted the attention of radio and club DJs across the world after its August 2005 release. The song often given revamped names such as "Wanna Love U Girl", "Wanna Love You Girl (Feat. Pharrell)", and the like, it ended up doing very well in the U.K. in particular, hitting #5 on Trevor Nelson's BBC Radio 1 "Soul Nation" chart.
Now appealing more to the mainstream, Thicke cut off his trademark long hair in an attempt to further recreate himself. By October 2006, when his second album, titled 'The Evolution of Robin Thicke', came out in its entirely, he had built up a ton of momentum, and his work paid off. Thicke earned the #1 slot on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, and additional singles such as "Got 2 Be Down" and "Lost Without U" saw huge fan responses. As the months went by, his album even earned platinum certification by the RIAA.
Having 'made it' in the truest sense commercially as well as critically, Thick remarked, "My greatest desire with this album was to write songs that were completely honest and sing them with the emotion I was feeling when I wrote them, so that whoever listens to my music is brought as close to my experiences and life as possible."
With this intention, Robin created songs such as, “Lost without You” (the second single). An instant classic, this song is about Robin’s insecurities and his need to be desired and loved. With sweeping vocals over rhythmic Spanish guitar, this song takes you away and makes you sing along.
On the psychedelic, “High School Man” is where Robin infuses rock and hip-hop and poetically admits “I’m a hater” as he hates on those with more success than him realizing, ironically, he just wants what they have.
Finishing off The Evolution of Robin Thicke is the hopeful and encouraging “Thank You.” On this gospel inspired, piano ballad Robin sings, “maybe I’m the one who never gets up ‘till he falls,” making the discovery that he has to be thankful for everything that comes into his life…the tears, the joy, the failures and the successes.
Always carrying a heavy heart, Robin taught himself to play piano at the age of twelve so he could have an outlet to express himself. By the age of fourteen, he could play anything he heard on the radio. At sixteen, with no formal training, Robin began professionally writing and producing music for recording artists like Brandy and Brian McKnight. Over the years he has amassed dozens of gold and platinum records with artists including Usher, Mary J. Blige, Michael Jackson and Christina Aguilera.
Reflective, redemptive, passionate and etched with a soulfulness that is undeniable, The Evolution of Robin Thicke is an imaginative and heart-felt album that you cannot help but be moved by, bob your head to and smile throughout.
The album was released on October 3rd, 2006 and includes songs with Lil Wayne and Faith Evans, as well as Pharrell. The song "Got 2 Be Down" featuring Faith Evans was recently leaked (June '06). There will be two to three more videos released before the album comes out. Lately, there was a Busta Rhymes remix video shot for "Wanna Love You Girl," a Lil’ Wayne feat Robin Thicke "Shooter" video, and Robin has released the video for "Lost Without You," making that song the official 2nd single of the album.
Magic
Robin Thicke Lyrics
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Alright, baby
Oh
Oh, yeah
I can make the pain disappear
And I can erase the past, oh
I can make the future shine so bright
I got it, you got it, we got the magic, girl
I got it, you got it, we got the magic, girl
I got it, you got it, we got the magic, girl
I got it, you got it, we got the magic, girl
All I got is concrete all around me, woo
But I can see the countryside
You can be rich when you're poor, poor when you're rich
It can be raining and I can make the sun shine
I got it, you got it, we got the magic, girl (woo)
I got it (you know you got it, baby, oh), you got it, we got the magic, girl
I got it (I've got it, baby), you got it, we got the magic, girl
I got it (you know I got it, baby), you got it, we got the magic, girl
I know sometimes, sometimes you feel no hope
Well, I've been there, I've walked that lonely road, ooh
I took whatever the devil offered me
Because I knew that he would set me free (whoa)
I got it, you got it, we got the magic, girl (oh)
I got it (magic, baby), you got it, we got the magic, girl (ooh)
I got it (we got the magic, baby), you got it, we got the magic, girl
I got it (we got the magic, yeah), you got it, we got the magic, girl (ooh)
Science, they can't prove it
But I know I can do it
I can fly, I can bend metal with my mind
I can wake up in a paradise, oh
We got that magic
We got that magic
We got that magic (hey)
We got that magic (we got that magic, oh)
We got that magic (we got that magic, hey)
We got that magic (got that magic, ooh)
We got that magic (got that magic, come on)
We got that magic
I got it, you got it, we got the magic, girl
I got it, you got it, we got the magic, girl
I got it, you got it, we got the magic, girl
I got it, you got it, everything I need
The song "Magic" by Robin Thicke is an anthem dedicated to the power of positivity. The lyrics speak of a belief in one's ability to overcome life's challenges and create a brighter future. Robin sings about his ability to make the pain disappear and erase the past. He also speaks to the power of the present moment, saying that he can make right now alright. The powerful, affirmative statement "I got it, you got it, we got the magic, girl" repeats throughout the song as a reminder that positive energy can overcome any obstacle.
Throughout the song, Thicke sings about the power of the mind. He says that he knows he can fly, and he can bend metal with his mind. These are metaphors for the power of positive thinking and visualization. Thicke also acknowledges the reality of struggle, saying that he's been down a lonely road but that he knows he can overcome anything. He reminds the listener that even in the face of difficulty, there's always hope.
The overall message of "Magic" is a powerful one of hope and positivity. It encourages the listener to believe in themselves and the power of their mind to create a brighter future. Ultimately, the song is a celebration of the magic that exists within us all.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, woo
A playful greeting to his audience or a potential romantic partner
Alright, baby
An assurance of things being fine and that he is addressing his partner with affection
Oh
A spontaneous expression of joy or pleasure
Oh, yeah
Reaffirming 'oh' with an added emphasis on the enjoyment of the moment
I can make the pain disappear
Assurance that he can provide emotional healing to his partner
And I can erase the past, oh
Stating that he can help his partner move past previous hurtful experiences
I can make the future shine so bright
Articulating his ability to provide his partner with hope for what is to come.
And I can make right now alright, yeah
Assuring his partner that he is adept enough to provide the present with some sense of comfort and stability.
I got it, you got it, we got the magic, girl
Stating that he and his partner possess an unexplainable connection, a magic chemistry
All I got is concrete all around me, woo
Despite his surroundings, he still possesses the confidence to make things happen
But I can see the countryside
Seeing past the literal confinement of your environment and contemplating a change in lifestyle
You can be rich when you're poor, poor when you're rich
Money doesn't define one's worth nor does it make one immune to struggles.
It can be raining and I can make the sun shine
Affirming his ability to turn someone's day around from gloomy to bright
I know sometimes, sometimes you feel no hope
Acknowledging possible conflicts that may arise in a relationship
Well, I've been there, I've walked that lonely road, ooh
Speaking from a place of experience on loneliness and giving reassurance to the partner that they are not alone and that he understands them.
I took whatever the devil offered me
Reference to tough life decisions, where he may have made mistakes but learned from the experience.
Because I knew that he would set me free (whoa)
Despite past mistakes, he has learned and evolved as a person, which allowed him to be honest and accepting of himself.
Science, they can't prove it
There are things that we can't explain with just scientific explanation
But I know I can do it
A declaration of believe in himself and to not be limited by the fact that a feat may not have happened before
I can fly, I can bend metal with my mind
A reference to fantastical abilities intends to signify the extent of his unlimited potential
I can wake up in a paradise, oh
Envisioning a life where he is at peace overall, much like waking up from a particularly great dream
We got that magic
Reaffirming the magic bewteen him and his partner
We got that magic
A sentiment on the continuation of their magic together, highlighting shared experiences.
We got that magic (hey)
A playful addition to what was said before with a comical greeting
We got that magic (we got that magic, oh)
Reinforcing that their bond is something beyond what logic or reason can explain
We got that magic (we got that magic, hey)
Repeating prior statement in jocular manner
We got that magic (got that magic, ooh)
The reference to 'we' correlates to their shared bond and connection.
We got that magic (got that magic, come on)
Encouraging his partner to believe in their ability to create magic together.
We got that magic
Reiteration of the magic that exists between him and his partner.
I got it, you got it, we got the magic, girl
Reaffirming that their magic as a couple is a shared and equal experience.
I got it, you got it, we got the magic, girl
Another repetition of the sentiment on the magic created between them.
I got it, you got it, we got the magic, girl
Final repetition of the idea that their bond is unbreakable and magical.
I got it, you got it, everything I need
Affirming that his partner is the last piece of the puzzle, stating that with her he has everything that he needs
Lyrics © Regard Music, Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: James D. Gass, Robin A. Thicke, Paula Patton
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@MictheEagle
M A S T E R P I E C E
Whenever you're in doubt, play this. It's an absolute mood changer.
@kimberley9393
I didn't realize how soulful Robin Thicke's voice was . Loving his music.
@AliAhmed-up1yo
i like Robin Thicke
@kenyattatucker1279
2023💫
@carloctave
To be honest, I've always loved this song way more than Blurred Lines.
@KayJay7000
Blurred Lines was nothing compared to all the other great songs he's done. Crossover drivel that led to nothing but trouble for him. But he came back to r&b land, thank goodness!
@pappyswifey2008
carloctave ....I hate Blurred Lines😝
@JenGM24
carloctave Same
@petemcgroarty4088
We got the magic really good really good really got the
@marikalindagrant2147
When that one side of me caught a vive~ (I remove the b)