That's The Way This Wheel Keeps Working Now...

There is something about a man with a guitar that makes all the girls go crazy. It may be their sensual voice, their smooth guitar skills, or even just the way they look in your eyes as they sing you a song. Whatever it may be, a guy with a guitar often equals great music.

My knees become a little weak, my heart beats a little faster as I close my eyes and listen to his voice. His lyrics range from singing a “Love Song For No One” to letting us know he is “In Repair.” His sound may be considered a bit pop, but you can definitely hear the blues influence in his music. Who is he? Don’t you know? If so, go ahead and “Say” who it is and listen to this while you are at it.

Yes, it is John Mayer. He is just a man with his guitar making beautiful music. Yes, he’s had a bit of controversy surrounding him, especially when he put his foot in his mouth various times when he posted random things on Twitter, but that’s all behind him now. Actually, none of that ‘Twitter drama’ should matter. His music really speaks for himself.

I have to admit when he first debuted, I was not a huge fan. Yes, I listened to a few songs here and there, but he caught my eye when I heard his song “Comfortable.” Perhaps my heart had just been broken, but I found comfort (pun DEFINITELY intended) in his lyrics. It was a simple song that highlighted his voice and unique songwriting skills.

Then I really fell in love when his album “Continuum” was released. I believe I had this cd on repeat for a good amount of time. I will have to say my favorites songs off this album are, “In Repair,” “Gravity,” and “I’m Gonna Find Another you.” This album really highlights John Mayer’s blues style. The lyrics are not only the words he is singing. I believe his guitar is also singing its pain. The quote “where words fail, music speaks,” applies here.

I was very happy to hear a few weeks ago that he going on tour, since I previously saw him perform in Jacksonville, Florida, and I was left wanting more. I soon after found out he had to cancel the tour due to health reasons.  I hope that soon he’ll be able to continue sharing his music with us, but until then I will leave you with his latest single “Shadow Days.”