Magic Windows is Herbie Hancock's twenty-first studio album, released in 1981. It was recorded between 1980 and 1981, primarily at The Automatt in San Francisco. The album continues Hancock's exploration of funk and electronic music, incorporating synthesizers and danceable rhythms.
The album includes collaborations with musicians such as guitarist Wah Wah Watson and drummer Alphonse Mouzon. The song "Magic Number" became a minor hit on the R&B charts. The album also features extended versions of some tracks, reflecting the influence of disco and dance music of the era.
Magic Windows received mixed reviews upon release, with some critics noting that the album prioritized style over substance. Despite this, it has been reassessed over time as a document of Hancock's transition into the 1980s sound, though it is not considered one of his most notable works.