"The Song Rude by Magic" is a popular reggae-influenced pop song by the band Magic!. Released in 2013, it quickly gained international success and reached the top of music charts in multiple countries. The song tells the story of a man who asks his girlfriend's father for permission to marry her, but the father rejects his request. Despite the father's disapproval, the narrator remains determined to marry his girlfriend. The song's catchy melody, upbeat rhythm, and relatable lyrics struck a chord with listeners. It has a playful and lighthearted vibe, making it a fun and enjoyable song to listen to.
It has a playful and lighthearted vibe, making it a fun and enjoyable song to listen to. The lyrics of "Rude" convey a sense of determination and love, showcasing the protagonist's unwavering commitment to his partner despite the obstacles they face. The song's popularity can also be attributed to its unique fusion of reggae, pop, and rock elements.
Magic! Singer: ‘It Makes Absolutely No Sense’ to Play ‘Rude’ at a Wedding
Magic! singer Nasri Atweh admits to paying close attention to Adam Levine's stagecraft.
Karen Bliss
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Mark Pellizzer, Alex Tanas, Ben Spivak, and Nasri of Magic! attend the 2014 iHeartRadio Music Festival Village on September 20, 2014 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Denise Truscello/WireImage
It’s not stalking; it’s admiring or studying. Magic! singer Nasri Atweh will be found lurking in the wings of the Maroon 5 stage or out front with the rest of the audience after his band finishes its opening set night after night for Adam Levine and company, which have been playing together for more than 20 years.
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“We’re on tour with Maroon 5 right now which is a huge opportunity,” Atweh told press backstage at the Juno Awards last night. “We play in front of 15,000 people a night and we’re just learning. I am actually going and watching Adam Levine every night saying ‘How is he controlling this?’ and ‘how does he work the stage this big?’ And the guys are watching their counterparts.
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03/16/2015“We’re a new band. We’re not in any rush, but it’s a very quick start and we know that but we’re not in a rush to make it a quick second or third. We’re just chillin’, making the music we love.”
The members of Magic!, while they got together and all live in Los Angeles, hail from Toronto and had a No. 1 smash around the world with “Rude” before getting their live chops together as a unit; they were busy at the time finishing up their debut album, Don’t Kill The Magic. Atweh, guitarist Mark Pellizzer, drummer Alex Tanas and bassist Ben Spivak will be supporting Maroon 5 all over North America in March, into April, then over to the U.K. and Europe in late May until mid-June.
Tonight, Magic! play their hometown’s biggest arena, Air Canada Centre, a date which falls one day after the band appeared on Canada’s biggest awards show, the Junos, an hour away in Hamilton, Ontario — and won a few Canadian trophies.
“We got in at midnight Saturday,” Atweh told Billboard. “Sony had to put us on a private jet, which we’d never been on before. It went very fast. We had to get here.”
Magic! took home single of the year for “Rude,” breakthrough group, and producer for so-called fifth member Adam Messinger’s work (with Atweh) on Magic!’s album; they performed a medley of “No Way No/Rude,” and talked about the music education charity MusiCounts, to which they donated $100,000 including sponsoring Teacher of the Year, Steve Sainas. “Rude” is the ninth reggae song to hit No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100 and the sixth Canadian band, of any style, to have a No. 1 hit in the U.S.
Backstage, the singer, who has a successful songwriting career for everyone from Pitbull and Chris Brown to New Kids on the Block and Justin Bieber, said, “I call it a good start because, here’s the thing, it might not always go this way and if you actually look at the history of most bands, it doesn’t always go their way. You come back with another great song, and then you come back with a song and it doesn’t work as well. Our main thing is to build on any positive thing that we can.”
The song, whose video has racked up 445 million YouTube views since getting posted December 2013, is about a guy asking his girlfriend’s dad for her hand in marriage and he says, “No.”
“Some people are playing it at their weddings, which makes absolutely no sense,” Atweh says. “I think they like the song and they like the ‘marry that girl’ part.”
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Eventually Nasri played the hook for Adam Messenger and he suggested the song should be more upbeat. "He was playing the guitar and I started singing this whole story," Nasri recalled. "Wrote it in about 15 minutes - it just came out. So, yeah, there's an evolution to the song, but it comes from somewhere real. I think that's why people feel it."
The reggae influence is evident in the song's rhythmic guitar pattern and the band's smooth vocal delivery. These elements give the song a distinctive sound, setting it apart from other contemporary pop songs. Additionally, the relatability of the song's lyrics resonated with many listeners. The theme of seeking approval or facing rejection from a significant other's parents is a common experience that touches on the universal desire for love and acceptance. This relatability further contributed to the song's success and its ability to capture people's attention. Overall, "Rude" by Magic! stands out as a catchy, enjoyable, and relatable song. Its fusion of genres and its relatable lyrics have contributed to its worldwide success and popularity, making it a memorable addition to the band's discography and a cherished track for many fans..
Reviews for "The Impact of "Rude" by Magic on the Wedding Industry"
1. Jane - 2/5 - I really didn't enjoy "The song rudw by magic." The lyrics felt repetitive and lacked depth. The melody was generic and forgettable. I couldn't connect with the song at all. It just felt like another generic pop track that didn't offer anything new or interesting. Overall, it was a disappointment for me.
2. Mark - 1/5 - "The song rudw by magic" was a complete letdown for me. The vocals were strained and lacked emotion. The production felt overly polished to the point of sounding artificial. The lyrics were incredibly cliche and lacked originality. It felt like a cheap attempt at creating a catchy pop song without any substance. I would not recommend this track to anyone looking for meaningful or unique music.
3. Sarah - 3/5 - While "The song rudw by magic" had a catchy beat and a decent melody, I found the lyrics to be lacking in depth and creativity. It felt like a recycled formula that has been used in countless other pop songs. The vocals were average and didn't stand out. Overall, it was a mediocre track that didn't offer anything new or innovative to the genre. I wouldn't actively seek out this song, but I wouldn't turn it off if it came on the radio either.
4. David - 2/5 - I wasn't impressed with "The song rudw by magic." The lyrics felt shallow and the overall message of the song was uninspiring. The repetitive chorus became grating after a while and the melody lacked originality. It felt like a cookie-cutter pop song that panders to the masses. I was expecting more from the artist, but unfortunately, this track fell flat for me.
5. Emily - 1/5 - "The song rudw by magic" just didn't do it for me. The lyrics were cheesy and the melody felt unoriginal. The vocals lacked depth and emotion, making it hard for me to connect with the song. It felt like a generic pop track that would easily be forgotten. I was disappointed by the lack of creativity and originality in this song.