Mrs Magic
| "Mrs Magic" | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single by Strawberry Guy | ||||
| from the album There I Go | ||||
| Released | July 23, 2019 | |||
| Genre | Psychedelic pop | |||
| Length | 3:28 | |||
| Label | Melodic | |||
| Songwriter | Alexander Stephens | |||
| Producer | Stephens | |||
| Strawberry Guy singles chronology | ||||
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"Mrs Magic" is a single by Welsh singer Strawberry Guy, released on July 23, 2019. It became a sleeper hit after gaining widespread traction on the video-sharing app TikTok in 2021. The song later entered the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 97 in February 2026, nearly seven years after its original release.[1]
Background
Strawberry Guy stated that the song was inspired by his first experience with magic mushrooms, which happened about a year prior and terrified him, contrary to his positive expectations. In particular, he felt like he had forgotten who or where he was, what he is doing, or how to act.[2][3][4] The lyrics in the chorus refer to this feeling.[3]
Composition
"Mrs Magic" is a psychedelic pop song. Robin Murray of Clash described it as "Gloopy pop music with an analogue fixation" and reminiscent of Sir Was' early music. It consists of synths,[5] orchestral instruments and pop hooks, with the sound conveying a sense of uncertainty in new beginnings.[6]
Promotion
In late 2021, the song became a viral sensation on TikTok, where it was used in over 70,000 videos.[4] By then, it had also garnered over 50 million streams on Spotify.[2] Strawberry Guy attributed its surge in popularity to the COVID-19 lockdowns, believing people had the urge to listen to music that was calm or would make them feel better.[4]
Strings version
On October 4, 2023, Strawberry Guy released a strings version of the song. He recorded it that same year at Real World Studios.[7]
Charts
| Chart (2026) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Billboard Hot 100[1] | 97 |
Certifications
| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand (RMNZ)[8] | Platinum | 30,000‡ |
| United States (RIAA)[9] | Platinum | 1,000,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
References
- ^ a b "Billboard Hot 100: Week of February 7, 2026". Billboard. Retrieved February 4, 2026.
- ^ a b Thirlwell, Elvis (September 26, 2021). "Strawberry Guy // Interview". What the Funk. Retrieved 16 January 2026.
- ^ a b Lochrie, Conor (October 26, 2021). "Get To Know: Strawberry Guy, the romantic and refined bedroom pop star". Tone Deaf. Retrieved 16 January 2026.
- ^ a b c Balmont, James (October 27, 2021). "Strawberry Guy: TikTok-conquering songwriter with joyful, retro charm". NME. Retrieved 16 January 2026.
- ^ Murray, Robin (July 23, 2019). "Strawberry Guy's 'Mrs Magic' Is A Gloopy Piece Of Surreal Pop Music". Clash. Retrieved 16 January 2026.
- ^ Marbles, Stella (July 23, 2019). ""Mrs. Magic" by Strawberry Guy". Notion. Retrieved 16 January 2026.
- ^ Pearis, Bill (October 4, 2023). "Strawberry Guy shares "strings" version of viral hit "Mrs Magic," touring North America". BrooklynVegan. Retrieved 16 January 2026.
- ^ "New Zealand single certifications – Strawberry Guy – Mrs Magic". Radioscope. Retrieved January 25, 2026. Type Mrs Magic in the "Search:" field and press Enter.
- ^ "American single certifications – Strawberry Guy – Mrs Magic". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved January 16, 2026.