The breakthrough hit was inspired by a real-life romance, even as the band eventually grew tired of hearing it.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Written by Peter Green in 1968 about Sandra Elsdon, a former girlfriend he had nicknamed ‘Magic Mamma’, Black Magic Woman is a ...

'Black Magic Woman' was created by Fleetwood Mac's Peter Green and became Carlos Santana's biggest hit two years later.

And baby said… Dance magic dance! Jim Henson brought joy to countless childhoods, and Labyrinth showcased his talents along with David Bowie‘s. Henson combined powers once again with Brian Froud to ...

As someone who has spoken with many songwriters, I can tell you that songwriting is not a science. Everyone has their little tips and tricks in this indescribable craft. Many songs seem to materialize ...

When Lady Gaga debuted her latest single “Abracadabra” during the 2025 GRAMMY Awards, it brought to mind another song with the same name. That song, by the Steve Miller Band, played a crucial role in ...

As modern classics go, 2016's 24K Magic, the title track of Bruno Mars' third studio album, is a solid entry in the canon, made all the more surprising by its heavy cribbing from funk and classic 80s ...

Team anthems have become a growing trend across sports, and the Orlando Magic have made their case that their song is the most viral across social media. After every win, Magic (and even NBA fans) ...

Whether people believe in magic, artists have often been inspired to write about it — not so much regarding magicians who perform tricks like pulling a rabbit out of a hat, but more about the essence ...

In this installment of Practical Magic, Lisa Stardust explains song magic, and how to use music to manifest your dreams. Always remember that magic is for believers, but this column can also simply ...