Benji Cowart says one line in the hit song inspired him to respond. — -- When a New York dad heard the hit summer song “Rude” by the band MAGIC! about a guy spurned by the father of the girl he ...

Where in the world is Carmen San Diego? We are in London England on a promotional tour. We’re promoting “Rude” here. It’s blowing up here. They say it’s gonna go number one by next week. Isn’t that ...

Well, fancy that: Billboard‘s latest update of their Hot 100 songs chart has finally brought a little change to the world of pop. After nearly two months in the top spot, Iggy Azalea’s “Fancy” has ...

You probably remember the song “Rude” by Canadian act Magic! even if you think you don’t. The reggae-pop song is so completely inoffensive that it slotted into waiting room music playlists even as it ...

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This young four-man band has come together so quickly that there isn’t another name more suitable: Magic! The group, which formed in 2012, is originally from Toronto — somewhat surprising, given its ...

Well grounded: If the ancient tradition of reading coffee grounds means anything, Magic! frontman Nasri (born Nasri Atweh) has been destined for fame since childhood. At least, that's what his parents ...

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Have you heard the song "Rude" by Magic? It's a song written from the perspective of a young man -- looking to ask a girl's father for her hand in marriage.

Dressed in coordinating dark blue and black tailored suits, the pop reggae quartet brought the chilled out vibe to the FirstOntario Centre in Hamilton, Ontario. With the bass kicking off "No Way No," ...

One Australian man just used a sort-of romantic song in his very romantic wedding proposal — and he filmed the production so we can all enjoy it. The lyrics to "Rude," Magic!'s 2014 hit, are about a ...

True (short) story: I didn't know what this "Rude" song was until Complex panned it. The premise and lyrics are cringe-worthy (and make me remember why I sought out instrumental music for a while), ...