Work That Magic

Donna Summer

About Work That Magic

"Work That Magic" is a 1991 song from the album Mistaken Identity by Donna Summer. It was released on November 18, 1991 as the second and final single from the album. The song was written by Summer, Keith Diamond, Eve Nelson, Anthony Smith and Larry Henley and produced by Diamond. In some countries' editions of the album (including the UK), the version of the song was a remix by ISA. The edited version of the remix was used in the song's music video. This version was released as a single in the UK (in place of "When Love Cries", which had been a single in America and Europe). While most of the album had quite an urban feel, this song was much more of a dance number. It peaked at number 74 in the UK Singles Chart. 


Year:
1991
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Only you...

[Talk]
And the man and woman fall in love
And it's magic...pure magic!
(work that magic)
All alone
On a night like this
With nothing to do
But think about you

Under the moon
Two lovers kiss
And all I can do
Is think about you

I fall in love with you
Day after day after day
Baby in New York heartbeat
A herd of wild horses
Could not keep me away
And that's no promise
That's a guarantee

[Chorus]
Without your
My heart is frantic
Distant love can become tragic
When we touch
It's so romantic
Only you can work that magic
Only you...can work that magic [Repeat: x 3]

In my heart 
I hold your hand
I'm gonna be true
So true to you baby

And I've decided
To make a love stand
Next to you, right next to you baby
I fall in love with you (etc)

[Chorus]

When the night
Comes closing in
Be there for me, be there baby

We'll sail away
To a magic land
Stay forever...stay forever

Tenderly you call my name
Turned my heart into a burning flame

[Chorus]

Without you
My heart is frantic
When we touch
It's so romantic
So romantic
See'mon now...work it
Work that magic [Repeat: x 4]

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Donna Summer

LaDonna Adrian Gaines (December 31, 1948 – May 17, 2012), known by the stage name Donna Summer, was an American singer and songwriter who gained prominence during the disco era of the late 1970s. A five-time Grammy Award winner, Summer was the first artist to have three consecutive double albums reach number one on the United States Billboard chart, and she also charted four number-one singles in the United States within a 13-month period. more »

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Written by: LARRY HENLEY, DONNA SUMMER, KEITH DIAMOND, EVE NELSON, ANTHONY SMITH

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Work That Magic" is a song from the 1991 studio album "Mistaken Identity" by Donna Summer.
Album Ranking
While the "Mistaken Identity" album itself reached number 97 on Billboard 200 chart, the single "Work That Magic" failed to make a significant mark on music charts.
Song Genre
The song is categorized in the dance-pop genre, marked by its upbeat tempo and catchy lyrics.
Song Writers
"Work That Magic" was co-written by Donna Summer and a team of productive muses, including Keith Diamond, Eve Nelson, Anthony Smith, and Larry Henley.
Album Theme
"Work That Magic," like the rest of the "Mistaken Identity" album, sees Summer moving away from her disco roots, embracing a more contemporary sound infused with elements of R&B, soul, and dance-pop.
Music Video
Unlike some of her previous hits, this particular song did not come out with an official music video.
Duration
The song lasts for 5 minutes and 23 seconds, making it one of the mid-length tracks on the album.
Album Reception
While the album was not considered a commercial success, songs like "Work That Magic" confirmed Donna Summer's ability to evolve with different music styles.
Live Performances
Despite its relatively low commercial success, Donna Summer had included "Work That Magic" in the set list of her live performances.
Recording Label
The song, along with the entire album, was released under the Warner Bros. Records label.

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