Magic Island

⋆ Genre: Acoustic Pop

⋆ Producing Credits: Peter Thomas

⋆ Writing/Composing Credits: Peter Thomas, Jake Torrey, Supreme Boi, Slow Rabbit, "Hitman" Bang, Song Jae Kyung, Joni, GHSTLOOP

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ABOUT/MEANING: ‘Magic Island’ s a dreamlike, introspective track where the boys* retreat to a fantasy world, seeking solace from life's complexities. This magical island serves as a temporary refuge, offering peace, unity, and a moment for reflection. However, the song subtly acknowledges that this escape is fleeting as the boys must eventually confront the real world and its challenges. The track beautifully captures their inner conflict, torn between the comfort of a sanctuary and the inevitability of returning to reality. Through this, ‘Magic Island’ illustrates the emotional complexity of the boys' journey, portraying their struggle to hold onto fleeting dreams while facing the growing pressures of life.

*For further context on the song check out 'The Dream Chapter: MAGIC' album summary

NOTE: This song is directly part of TXT’s fictional storyline/universe, 'The Star Seekers,' and therefore references events and characters within that narrative. However, its themes also parallel the story told throughout TXT’s discography. Please note that the 'About' section above discusses the song only in the context of TXT’s discography-based narrative.

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LYRICS - ENGLISH TRANSLATION (translations by @translatingTXT)

This night when even the stars have fallen asleep

SELF REFERENCE: 'Nap of a Star'

A familiar and unfamiliar river

Crosses over the ashen city

SELF REFERENCE: 'Our Summer': "Tossing and turning, unable to sleep in the noise of the ashy city."

Were you waiting alone for me?

Our clumsy promise

And the small island where our secret began

Remember the song of our star?

In it, we were stars

The melody that shone with dreams

Don't forget it, forever

This place is our start line

Our star line

The starlight we saw together

Don’t forget that night 

Don’t forget this place

Will everything go up in smoke?

Will all dreams become memories?

This voyage that has drifted away

I think I forgot how to smile

At the end of this gray reality

When the darkness calls me again

Remember? We were here together

On that day we were stars

The small song we left on this island

Don't forget it, forever

This place is our start line

Our star line

The starlight we saw together

Don’t forget that night 

Don’t forget this place

Somebody called my name

That cat with eyes of different colors

CONTEXT/EXPLANATION: As mentioned above, this song is part of TXT's fictional storyline The Star Seekers, so it includes specific references to its characters and events. While there are many references present throughout the song, we've included this reminder, as without it, this particular line might be extra confusing. For context, in The Star Seekers, the cat often appears during moments of confusion and transition. Its character aligns with a common literary theme (popularized in Alice in Wonderland), where cats symbolize the guardianship of secrets or act as intermediaries between different realms.

The me reflected in those eyes is tired

But I can’t fall asleep, I can’t collapse

Don’t forget this place, our start line

Our star line

The starlight we saw together

Don’t forget that night

Don’t forget this place

Start line

(I miss you, I miss you)

Yours and my island

(I miss you, I miss you)

Start the magic right now

(I miss you, I miss you)

Don’t forget the name

So that the magic won't come undone

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Helpful Context (Album Summary): 'The Dream Chapter: Magic' continues the boys’ journey as they embrace the boundless possibilities of youth. Defying expectations, they explore new experiences - young love, adventure, and the freedom to be themselves. In this magical space, they find both escape and empowerment, further solidifying their bond as they face the emotional chaos of adolescence. The album celebrates the spirit of adolescence: a time of wonder, youthful rebellion, and self-discovery, where “magic” offers both escape and endless possibility.

Helpful Context (Album Series Summary): The Dream Chapter trilogy follows five boys, united by one dream, navigating the transition from childhood to adolescence. Set in a dreamlike world, through themes of friendship, self-discovery, and emotional growth, the albums explore the complexities of this pivotal time in life. The series also mirrors TOMORROW X TOGETHER’s own journey as artists, reflecting their evolution from trainees to debut artists and their pursuit of dreams.

*In the context of TXT’s discography, the term ‘boy’/‘boys’ are used to represent both the members themselves as well as serve as generalized protagonists embodying the universal experiences of youth.