Magic cover

Magic

Smash Mouth · 2012

33 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · reggae · ska punk

A playful blend of ska punk and alternative rock that radiates sunshine and nostalgia.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful afternoon road trip
  • nostalgic sing-along moments
  • steady upbeat energy throughout
  • lighthearted tunes for gatherings
  • quick bursts of joy

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking deep introspective themes
  • prefer slow, atmospheric soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 4, 2012, 'Magic' is Smash Mouth's fifth studio album and their first since 2006's 'Summer Girl'. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a period of reduced mainstream visibility while attempting to reconnect with fans through upbeat, catchy melodies and familiar thematic elements.
Stylistic neighbors
Sugar Ray· Reel Big Fish· No Doubt

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Perfect Planet 2:37
  • 2 Live to Love Another Day 2:42
  • 3 Magic 3:00
  • 4 Justin Bieber 2:33
  • 5 Out of Love 3:35
  • 6 Flippin’ Out 3:00
  • 7 Future X Wife 2:29
  • 8 Better With Time 3:14
  • 9 The Game 2:36
  • 10 She’s Into Me 3:21
  • 11 Don’t You (Forget About Me) 4:21

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