Trading Glass Slippers for Combat Boots
Canadian dynamo CMAGIC5 delivers her most fearless and defiant work yet with the sophomore EP, Happy Never After. Trading in any lingering fairytale whimsy for a pair of combat boots and a megaphone, the Toronto artist weaponizes her sharp wit and raw vocals to challenge toxic friendships and romance, turning heartbreak into unbridled empowerment.
No Longer Riding Shotgun: CMAGIC 5's Declaration of Independence
CMAGIC 5 is officially done with fairy tales. This sophomore EP, Happy Never After, establishes the Toronto artist as a titan of the pop-punk scene, swapping glass slippers for pure grit and defiance. CMAGIC 5 uses her sharp lyrics and dominant vocals to torch toxic relationships, transforming heartbreak into pure, unapologetic self-empowerment. It’s a fiery new chapter where she completely controls the narrative.
The whole EP is a torrent of high-energy confidence. Every element—from the vocals to the drumming—was intentionally designed as a release valve for teenage (and twenty-something) angst. It cleverly channels that iconic early 2000s pop-punk spirit, but delivers an updated, sophisticated sound that perfectly articulates the messy, necessary process of cutting people off and finding yourself
Writing The Ultimate Anti-Fairytale
The production, masterminded by top-tier producers, is an absolute win, perfectly fusing the precision of pop with the raw adrenaline of punk. Songs like the title track, “Happy Never After,” immediately set the scene with assertive, anti-fantasy lyricism, while “Game Boy” cranks the energy to eleven.
The entire EP is a magnetic, polished series of anthems designed to be screamed back at the stereo, making it impossible to sit still.
From Passenger Princess to Pop-Punk Queen
“Passenger Princess,” is the clear emotional and sonic climax. CMAGIC 5 takes the viral road trip meme and twists it into a vicious, pop-rock breakup letter aimed at a parasitic friend.
The songwriting is brutal and honest (“Was I just your free therapy?”), hitting you like a lightning strike. Backed by huge guitars and an addictively catchy hook, this track is the ultimate soundtrack for ditching bad vibes and leveling up your self-worth.
Final Verdict – 5/5, No Skips!
This EP’s sound matches CMAGIC 5’s visuals perfectly. Her vibrant, neon-colored stage outfits are famous for refusing to blend in, and the music shares that same unfiltered, defiant vibe. The bright, saturated colors of her aesthetic are the perfect visual counterpart to the EP’s mood: even though the songs tackle serious subjects, the overall energy is a brilliant, cathartic celebration of personal freedom.
Happy Never After is far more than just a set of new songs; it’s a fierce, undeniable statement. CMAGIC 5 has officially taken the wheel, ready to dominate the modern alt-rock landscape.
