Songs like "New Magic Wand" "New Magic Wand" is a song by the American artist Tyler, The Creator. It is known for its intense and dark lyrics, as well as its aggressive and distorted production. The song has been praised for its unique sound and captivating storytelling. If you enjoy "New Magic Wand," you may also appreciate other songs with similar themes and styles. One song that comes to mind is "Yonkers" by Tyler, The Creator himself. Like "New Magic Wand," "Yonkers" features dark and aggressive lyrics, coupled with an unconventional production style.
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From the night that Tyler, The Creator’s IGOR hit streaming services on May 17, 2019, until the moment that I am writing this article, “NEW MAGIC WAND” has been perpetually running through my earbuds and my mind.
“NEW MAGIC WAND” thrives off its immediacy and its several compositional switches. It functions as receiving a gift box and there are about eight different presents in there, all of which are awesome.
Jerrod Carmichael, a stand-up comedian and television star, preludes the track with an emblematic statement, “Sometimes, you gotta close a door to open a window,” a metaphor for not dwelling on the past. Carmichael can barely even finish the word “window” before the buzzing bass and the drums that could have been recorded from a street musician outside Target Center bust in, as Tyler tries to close the proverbial door of his partner’s memories with their ex as quickly as possible.
Tyler is going through a rough patch in a relationship on “NEW MAGIC WAND,” and he is holding on for dear life and trying to prevent his significant other from returning back to their old ways. The immediacy of the song’s instrumental manifests itself in the impatience Tyler has for this person trying to leave, begging with them repeatedly, “Please don’t leave me,” as if he’s a wizard with his “magic wand” trying to put them under a love spell but is failing miserably.
Not getting his way right away, things turn ugly towards the end of the song and since his lover won’t close the door, Tyler decides to end things off with this person and tries to vanquish any remanants of a person he once held close. The narrative that plays out fits into the conceptual nature of IGOR nicely as a turning point in this relationship that plays out throughout the 11 other tracks on the chart-topping project.
Also, despite the run time being only around three minutes and change, there’s mood switches that make the song run longer than the actual time suggests. The rattling drums are constant and the song builds the Igor character into this mess trying to hold on by ramping up the magnitude of the song by adding background vocals courtesy of Santigold before Tyler has an intense freak out moment.
The instrumental fades to become a litle bit quieter, acting as the calm eye of the storm that is swirling around Igor. It’s a cool down sonic moment sandwiched in between two aggressive verses, but the bridge might be even more psychotic than the aggression on either side, threatening to kill both his partner and their ex.
“NEW MAGIC WAND” draws to a close with a ton of momentum hot off the heels of a stunning final verse from Tyler with his admittance that he wants to share last names with this person but can’t because he’s the other one. He then uses his “magic wand” to make this person disappear out of his life to bring the three minute emotional roller coaster ride to its end while all the passengers are trying to sort out what happened on the ride.
Tyler, The Creator has really come into his own as an emotional songwriter tackling issues such as love and relationships in ways that few others in hip hop, or any other genre, have done before. His artistic trajectory has gone up steadily since his beginnings as an artist whose value lied in shock value during the Odd Future years, and songs like “NEW MAGIC WAND” have Tyler’s fans salivating for more.
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Matéo Hunter, Reporter
December 23, 2022
As I have grown to understand my emotions, I’ve realized the different ways people express feelings. Frequently I rely on music and other forms of art as distractions to my own expressions, though IGOR made me think about them. IGOR, the 2019 album by Tyler Okonma (Tyler, The Creator), helped change my perspective on the intense emotions of love, anger, loss, and acceptance. Through clever imagery and metaphors, it felt as if Tyler was speaking directly to me on my path to emotional maturity.
IGOR begins the story with a new kind of love, one that Tyler describes as his love interest making his “earfquake.” “I THINK” is a song that shows his long, grueling process of falling in love. The chorus, “I think I’m falling in love / this time I think it’s for real,” explains the theme and why it is so hard for Tyler to love. Even the uncertain and gloomy feeling of the key, D sharp minor, reinforces this process.
The first interlude’s title “EXACTLY WHAT YOU RUN FROM YOU END UP CHASING” describes exactly what Tyler is feeling. He was uncertain about falling in love, though ended up in the same situation he was trying to avoid. He soon realizes that the person he loves is now after another in the song “RUNNING OUT OF TIME.” The lyrics, “Are you livin’ in pretend?”, begins the statements of denial in the album.
Songs like “NEW MAGIC WAND” describe exactly how moments of anger often feel with their harsh bassline and cadence. This song is a turning point in the album and accurately displays the changes within the stages of grief. From denial to anger, he is tired of not being loved by someone he loves. The hook repeats “Like magic, like magic, like magic, gone / New magic, new magic, new magic, wand,” suggesting he will make his lover’s new interest disappear, something that a magic wand could do.
For a brief amount of time in the album, Tyler goes back to his sweet-loving phase with the song “PUPPET.” This track is again described exactly by its title. Tyler is his lover’s puppet, he wants to be with them and exclaims he will do anything to do so. This newly-surfaced, light-hearted feeling portrays the stage of bargaining, though it does not last long. The song ends with the lyrics, “But at some point, you come to your senses.”
He continues the story with a sense of loss in the song “WHAT’S GOOD.” Tyler fully realizes that the relationship between them will not work out, though he has not accepted this fate yet. The song is in retribution for what they did to his emotions. It mixes emotions of anger and pain that are generated in his expressions of loss.
The emotions of the album appear to end with the song, “GONE, GONE / THANK YOU.” With a positive, upbeat feeling that exemplifies the freedom of acceptance, Tyler seems to have gotten rid of his feelings in this two-part song. The first part describes how happy he is to be done with the torture of this relationship. He hopes for the best for his ex-lover and feels that his love is truly gone. The second part of the song takes a different stance on love overall. He is thankful for the entirety of the experience though never wants to go through it again. The simple chorus of this part provides a satisfying ending for the listener and Tyler’s emotions, “Thank you for the love, thank you for the joy / But I will never want to fall in love again.”
Convincing listeners that the story was finished, the final song on the album shows Tyler falling back into his old habits. “ARE WE STILL FRIENDS” is a beautiful, yet repetitive song that has Tyler pleading to be in any type of relationship with his lover. The song ends with a dirty synthesizer playing only B flat. The significance of this note is that the album’s start begins with E flat on that same synthesizer. In both classical and modern music, B flat is known to resolve or in effect “sound good” transitioning to E flat, meaning that the entire album is not only a lyrical but a musical loop of emotions.
The eternal loop of the entire album aids in showing what it means to be in a cycle of unrequited love and how to break that cycle of suffering. It is a lesson for Tyler and his listeners about what not to do.
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Top 10 Tyler, the Creator Songs
It's been less than a week since Tyler, the Creator released his new album CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST, and already music critics are hailing it as a contender for the Album of the Year. It feels like yesterday when IGOR, Tyler's Grammy-winning record from 2019, made the same waves during that summer, too. Tyler's got a penchant for adorning the hot weather with some chill hits.
But if you really know Tyler, you know he's much more than a pastel-clad artist who only shows his face during the warmer months. Between his founding member status in Odd Future, deep involvement in critically-acclaimed albums like Earl Sweatshirt's Earl and Frank Ocean's Channel Orange, and taste for fashion through his clothing lines Golf Wang and Golf le Fleur, Tyler's definitely earned the "Creator" part of his stage name. He's constantly making things, and the things he makes are always quality.
When it comes to his musical evolution, Tyler's come a long way. He started as a gravelly rapper unafraid to be crude in his tracks. His recent songs feature more experimental production and smoother vocals - some may say his tracks reflect an air of opulence and luxury. Whichever era of Tyler you're drawn to, there are standout tracks to be found in both his older and newer albums.
To celebrate Tyler's musical journey and success with his recent album, we thought we'd give our top 10 picks for Tyler, the Creator songs. We're also including songs from CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST on this list. Here are our faves!
Like "New Magic Wand," "Yonkers" features dark and aggressive lyrics, coupled with an unconventional production style. Another song that shares similarities with "New Magic Wand" is "Lust" by Kendrick Lamar. While the production style may be slightly different, "Lust" explores similar themes of internal struggle and self-reflection.
10. "See You Again (feat. Kali Uchis)"
Coming off his 2017 album Flower Boy, we have "See You Again." This dreamy track features vocals from Kali Uchis, who also appeared on Tyler's previous album, Cherry Bomb. With lyrics like "Wonder if you look both ways when you cross my mind" and "Can I get a kiss? And can you make it last forever?" this song is sure to put you in a romantic mood.
Tyler claims "See You Again" is his favorite song from Flower Boy. With songs like this one and tranquil tracks like "Boredom" and "Where This Flower Blooms," it's no wonder Flower Boy was certified Gold by the RIAA in 2018.
"See You Again," as well as all of Flower Boy, began Tyler's transition into a more flowy, graceful sound. Many believe Flower Boy is the album where Tyler came out as bisexual, as the lyrics from the song "Garden Shed" and the more effiminate tones in Flower Boy hint at a new maturity from Tyler - as if to suggest the artist is blooming into his true inner self.
Both songs feature thought-provoking lyrics that delve into the complexities of the artist's mind. "March Madness" by Future is another track that resonates with the sound of "New Magic Wand." This song is characterized by its energetic and intense production, complemented by Future's captivating delivery. Like "New Magic Wand," "March Madness" captures a sense of urgency and tension throughout. For those who enjoy the intense and aggressive nature of "New Magic Wand," "Bodysnatchers" by Radiohead is another song worth exploring. While the musical style may differ, "Bodysnatchers" shares a similar energy and darkness. It is considered one of Radiohead's more energetic and rock-oriented tracks. In conclusion, if you enjoy the unique sound and intense storytelling of "New Magic Wand," you may find similar themes and styles in songs like "Yonkers" by Tyler, The Creator, "Lust" by Kendrick Lamar, "March Madness" by Future, and "Bodysnatchers" by Radiohead. These tracks offer a similar sense of urgency, darkness, and exploration of the artist's inner thoughts..
Reviews for "A Melodic Journey: Songs That Connect with "New Magic Wand"
1. Sarah - 1 star
I really didn't enjoy "Songs like new magic wand" at all. The lyrics felt very repetitive and lacked depth. The production was also underwhelming and didn't have any interesting elements to grab my attention. Overall, the song felt like a missed opportunity for Tyler, the Creator to showcase his creativity and talent.
2. John - 2 stars
Although I'm a fan of Tyler, the Creator's previous work, "Songs like new magic wand" failed to impress me. The song sounded disjointed, with a lack of flow and coherence. The heavy use of autotune in the vocals was distracting and took away from the overall enjoyment of the track. I was hoping for something more innovative and experimental, but this song fell short of my expectations.
3. Emily - 1.5 stars
I found "Songs like new magic wand" to be quite disappointing. The lyrics were confusing and didn't convey any meaningful message. The instrumentation felt repetitive and uninteresting, lacking the unique sound that Tyler, the Creator is known for. Overall, the song failed to captivate me and left me wanting more substance and creativity.
4. Mark - 2 stars
I was really looking forward to "Songs like new magic wand" based on Tyler, the Creator's previous releases, but unfortunately, it didn't meet my expectations. The song felt like a generic pop track, lacking the originality and depth that I appreciate in Tyler's music. The hook was catchy, but it wasn't enough to save the song from feeling mediocre and forgettable.
5. Amanda - 1 star
"Songs like new magic wand" just didn't resonate with me. The production felt flat and uninspired, and the lyrics didn't make much impact either. Compared to Tyler, the Creator's previous work, this song felt like a step backward in terms of creativity and innovation. It lacked the depth and emotional connection that I usually find in his tracks. Overall, I was left underwhelmed and disappointed.