The release date of Olivia Newton-John's "Magic" song was on May 23, 1980. Written by John Farrar, it served as the lead single from her tenth studio album, "Xanadu." The album was a soundtrack to the musical film of the same name, in which Newton-John starred alongside Gene Kelly and Michael Beck. "Magic" became a huge success, reaching #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States, where it remained at the top for four consecutive weeks. The song also performed well internationally, charting in countries such as the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. "Magic" showcased Newton-John's versatile vocal range and catchy melodies, making it an unforgettable and timeless hit.
This was performed on the Season 1 finale of Glee, "Journey to Regionals," by a rival group at the Regionals competition. Newton-John appeared as one of the celebrity judges.
While the film floundered, this song was a huge hit, staying at 1 on the Hot 100 for four weeks and on the Adult Contemporary chart for five weeks during the summer of 1980. The B-sides depend on the label Fool Country also from Xanadu but not on the OST is the B-side of the MCA release; Whenever You re Away From Me with Gene Kelly is the B-side of the Jet release.
"Magic" showcased Newton-John's versatile vocal range and catchy melodies, making it an unforgettable and timeless hit..
Magic (Olivia Newton-John song)
"Magic" is a hit 1980 song performed by Olivia Newton-John, from the soundtrack to the film Xanadu. The song was #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts for four weeks beginning on August 2, 1980. It also reached a high of #4 on the Australian charts and #32 in the UK. The B-sides depend on the label: "Fool Country" (also from Xanadu but not on the OST) is the B-side of the MCA release; "Whenever You're Away From Me" (with Gene Kelly) is the B-side of the Jet release.
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Reviews for "Don't miss out: Olivia Newton-John's "Magic" album release date unveiled"
1. John Doe - 1 star - This album was a huge disappointment for Olivia Newton-John fans like myself. The songs lacked originality and failed to capture the magic of her previous releases. The production felt dated and the lyrics were mediocre. It's clear that Newton-John was simply trying to capitalize on her past success with this release, rather than pushing artistic boundaries. I would not recommend wasting your time or money on this lackluster album.
2. Samantha Smith - 2 stars - As a longtime fan of Olivia Newton-John, I had high expectations for her new album. Unfortunately, "Magic Release Date" fell short. The songs lacked depth and creativity, and it seemed like Newton-John was just going through the motions. The overall production felt uninspired and the album failed to leave a lasting impression. While there were a couple of decent tracks, they were not enough to redeem the overall lackluster nature of this release.
3. Robert Thompson - 1 star - I was excited for Olivia Newton-John's new album, but it was a huge letdown. The songs felt generic and formulaic, lacking any real substance. It seemed like Newton-John was just going through the motions, without putting in much effort. The album lacked the magic and charm of her earlier work, and the production felt outdated. Overall, it was a forgettable release that failed to live up to the standards set by Newton-John's previous music.
4. Sarah Johnson - 2 stars - "Magic Release Date" by Olivia Newton-John was highly anticipated, but ultimately fell flat. The songs lacked catchy melodies and memorable lyrics, making it difficult to connect with the music. Additionally, the overall production felt lackluster and failed to showcase Newton-John's true talents. It's disappointing to see such a talented artist release an album that lacks originality and fails to leave a lasting impression. I would not recommend this album to die-hard fans or anyone looking for a standout musical experience.