The term Various Artists is used in the record industry when numerous singers and musicians collaborate on a song or collection of songs. Most often on Last.fm, compilation album tracks appear under the name of Various Artists erroneously because the individual artist is not listed in the album's ID3 information.
Compilation albums, for example.
Sometimes, single releases may be credited to Various Artists when their profits are going to charity and, usually in high-profile cases, are sometimes known by a group name. Examples include Band Aid with their releases of Do They Know It's Christmas? and USA for Africa with We Are The World.
Various Artists is also an actual performance name for Torsten Pröfrock, who runs the German DIN label. Torsten performs also as Dynamo, Erosion, Resilent, Traktor besides some others. He's a good friend of Robert Henke and since the Fall of 2004, he is a member of Monolake.
Various Artists was also a short-lived Bristol punk band formed by brothers Jonjo and Robin Key (originally from Birmingham). Other members were also simultaneously in Art Objects who went on to become The Blue Aeroplanes, the latter the Key brothers also co-wrote some songs and were involved in. When Various Artists imploded, the Key brothers went on to form Either / Or.
Various Artists also appear on tracks from musical theater soundtracks, due to the nature of having many cast members on one song, as well as an ensemble in some cases.
Spoonful
Various Artists Lyrics
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How the music can free her, whenever it starts
And it's magic, if the music is groovy
It makes you feel happy like an old-time movie
I'll tell you about the magic, and it'll free your soul
But it's like trying to tell a stranger 'bout rock and roll
If you believe in magic don't bother to choose
Just go and listen it'll start with a smile
It won't wipe off your face no matter how hard you try
Your feet start tapping and you can't seem to find
How you got there, so just blow your mind
If you believe in magic, come along with me
We'll dance until morning 'til there's just you and me
And maybe, if the music is right
I'll meet you tomorrow, sort of late at night
And we'll go dancing, baby, then you'll see
How the magic's in the music and the music's in me
Yeah, do you believe in magic
Yeah, believe in the magic of a young girl's soul
Believe in the magic of rock and roll
Believe in the magic that can set you free
Ohh, talking 'bout magic
Do you believe like I believe
Do you believe in magic?
Do you believe like I believe
Do you believe, believer?
Do you believe like I believe
Do you believe in magic?
"Magic" is a theme that runs through many songs and genres. These lyrics, penned by John Sebastian, reflect how music can change our moods and beliefs. In a young girl's heart, the music can liberate her, and she can be free of stress and anxiety. Once the rhythm has taken hold of you, it becomes groovy, and your soul is freed. This is hard to explain to someone who hasn't experienced it before, much like trying to explain rock and roll to someone who doesn't understand it.
The lyrics urge listeners to believe in the magic of music, no matter what genre it is. Whether it’s jug band music or rhythm and blues, it will start with a smile that won’t go away as long as you keep listening. You won't realize how it has taken you over until your feet start tapping uncontrollably. At this point, it's too late; your mind is blown, and you'll have to dance until morning with only the music and your partner for company. The magic of the music will make you feel alive and connect you to the person you're with.
The chorus repeats, "Do you believe in magic," reinforcing the belief in the transformative power of music, urging the listener to trust in its power to set them free. The song reminds us to believe in magic, the soul of the young girl, and in rock and roll, to never lose sight of the power of music to transform us.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you believe in magic in a young girl's heart
Do you believe in the inexplicable wonder found within a young girl's heart?
How the music can free her, whenever it starts
Do you recognize how music can liberate her, no matter the occasion?
And it's magic, if the music is groovy
In the event that the music is funky, it's like magic.
It makes you feel happy like an old-time movie
The music fills you with joy, much like an old movie.
I'll tell you about the magic, and it'll free your soul
I will impart upon you the secrets of this magic, which will liberate your soul.
But it's like trying to tell a stranger 'bout rock and roll
The task is as difficult as explaining rock and roll to a stranger.
If you believe in magic don't bother to choose
If you truly believe, there's no need to select a specific genre.
If it's jug band music or rhythm and blues
Whether it's jug band tunes or R&B hits.
Just go and listen it'll start with a smile
Just listen, and it will gracefully commence with a smile.
It won't wipe off your face no matter how hard you try
It will not leave your face, regardless of how hard you attempt to dismiss it.
Your feet start tapping and you can't seem to find
Your feet begin to tap, and it becomes hard to figure out why.
How you got there, so just blow your mind
How you arrived there, so just be prepared to be astonished.
If you believe in magic, come along with me
If you believe in magic, accompany me on a journey.
We'll dance until morning 'til there's just you and me
We'll dance until the next morning, up until there's no one left except for you and me.
And maybe, if the music is right
Assuming the music is fitting.
I'll meet you tomorrow, sort of late at night
I'll meet you tomorrow, somewhat late at night.
And we'll go dancing, baby, then you'll see
We'll dance, baby, and you'll discover the wonders of this music.
How the magic's in the music and the music's in me
The wonder is in the music, and it is inside of me.
Yeah, do you believe in magic
Do you, indeed, believe in this concept of magic?
Yeah, believe in the magic of a young girl's soul
Believe in the immeasurable potential found in a young girl's heart.
Believe in the magic of rock and roll
Believe in the transformative powers of rock and roll.
Believe in the magic that can set you free
Believe in the powers of wonder that can liberate you.
Ohh, talking 'bout magic
Ohh, we're conversing about the elusive concept of magic.
Do you believe like I believe
Do you share the same faith as me?
Do you believe, believer?
Are you a believer?
Do you believe like I believe
Do you share the same faith as me?
Do you believe in magic?
Do you believe in the mystical and surreal concept of magic?
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@stephyo
It could be a spoonful of diamond
Could be a spoonful of gold
Just a little spoon of your precious love
Satisfy my soul
Men lies about little
Some of 'em cries about little
Some of 'em dies about littles
Everything fight about a spoonful
That spoon, that spoon, that sp
It could be a spoonful of coffee
Could be a spoonful of tea
But a little spoon of your precious love
Good enough for me
Men lies about that
Some of 'em dies about that
Some of 'em cries about that
But everything fight about a spoonful
That spoon, that spoon, that
Ooh ooh, fight about spoonfuls
Ooh ooh, fight about a spoonful
It could be a spoonful of water
Save you from the desert sand
But one spoon of lead from forty-five
Save you from another man
A Men lies about that
Some of 'em cries about that
Some of 'em dies about that
Everybody fightin' about a spoonful
That spoon, that spoon, that
@barbaracoxbey1011
I'm so Grateful for this Music !
My Father , Mother , Grandfather,
Brothers were and are Musicians.
Blues was Our Anthem. Harmonicas was my Grandfather and Great Uncle favorite Instruments.Piano , Saxophone ,
Base & Lead Guitars was we
Heard. Blues is so Enligting for the Spirit. So many of them didn't
receive the Recognition that was
Due ! Screaming Jay Hawkins song " I Put a Spell On You " now
it's a regular people Sing. I knew
this at a very Early Age ! Researching Blues is a good
Teacher !!!!
@chipmiller9163
Howlin' Wolf's music will boost your testosterone levels 💪🗣
@owhite3003
This was a song on my uncle's list to listen to after loosing the battle with cancer. Here to you uncle Bubba!
@clusterwound4818
R.I.P to his soul
@thomasnotafrancesco6378
I hope his soul is resisting peacefully in heaven.
@harperhellems3648
Your Uncle was a cool dude. Ever thought about listing his playlist? We all can learn something new every day.
@Gabe94dotcom
I heard it on entourage
@modsquad20
“I’m pretty sure, I’m not a doctor, but I’m pretty sure if you die, the cancer dies at the same time.
That’s not a loss. That’s a draw.” ~ Norm Macdonald
@butcherbay186
Here because of TV series "REACHER"....great music....I never knew
@MrMuzikProductions
Greatest single blues song ever. There would never have a Zeppelin or Cream if not for this giant. Makes me cry when I play this song.
@SS-gx7tg
I watched Cadillac Records for the first time last week and have been addicted to Howlin Wolf ever since. It's unreal how much his material (especially this song in particular) affects me. Not to sound too hippie but this guy's entire 'aura' just feels so unique and authentic, even amongst other bluesmen at the time. An original and true trailblazer with an undeniable vision. Junior Kimbrough is another blues musician I've discovered recently that strongly resonates with me.