John Mayer Quotes

A collection of quotes by John Mayer.

John Mayer is a renowned American singer, songwriter, and guitarist. Born on October 16, 1977, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, he developed an early passion for music and began playing guitar at the age of 13. Mayer started his career performing in small clubs and gained recognition through early online releases and live performances.

In 2001, Mayer released his debut album, "Room for Squares," which propelled him to fame with hit singles like "Your Body Is a Wonderland" and "No Such Thing." The album's success earned him a Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance. Mayer continued to release critically acclaimed albums over the years, showcasing his versatility and musical growth.

Known for his soulful voice and ability to blend various genres like pop, blues, and rock, Mayer has established himself as one of the most influential contemporary musicians of his generation. He has received numerous accolades including seven Grammy Awards.

In addition to his solo career, Mayer has collaborated with several music legends, such as Eric Clapton and B.B. King, further solidifying his reputation as a talented guitarist. He has also contributed his songwriting skills to various artists, including Alicia Keys and Kanye West.

Beyond music, Mayer has attracted attention for his personal life and high-profile relationships. However, his skill as a musician remains his defining characteristic, captivating audiences worldwide with his heartfelt lyrics and captivating performances.

I love the Grammy nominations this year. Anybody who really

I love the Grammy nominations this year. Anybody who really loves what they do got rewarded for it. It's not a death match between Ray Charles and Jessica Simpson.

I love you more than songs can say, but I can't keep running

I love you more than songs can say, but I can't keep running after yesterday...

I'd like to think the best of me was still hiding up in my s

I'd like to think the best of me was still hiding up in my sleeve.

Who I am as a guitarist is defined by my failure to become J

Who I am as a guitarist is defined by my failure to become Jimi Hendrix.

I hope that what it comes down to at the end of the day is t

I hope that what it comes down to at the end of the day is that people believe that I believe what I'm singing. It comes down to being believable. You don't have to be likeable generally, though, I think I am.

It's almost charity work, what people have done, turning oth

It's almost charity work, what people have done, turning other people on to my music.

A man's got two shots for jewelry: a wedding ring and a watc

A man's got two shots for jewelry: a wedding ring and a watch. The watch is a lot easier to get on and off than a wedding ring.

I was very successful from a very early age, and I want to k

I was very successful from a very early age, and I want to keep it.

Hopefully people can see my music is tethered to my brain.

Hopefully people can see my music is tethered to my brain.

You get to a certain age where you prepare yourself for happ

You get to a certain age where you prepare yourself for happiness. Sometimes you never remember to actually get happy.

I've figured out my learning curve. I can look at something

I've figured out my learning curve. I can look at something and somehow know exactly how long it will take for me to learn it.

I'm getting to a point where everything is becoming streamli

I'm getting to a point where everything is becoming streamlined in my life. I'm learning how to stand onstage for two hours and play in front of thousands of people as if I am completely in the moment every moment.

There's a constantly applicable nature to soul music, wherea

There's a constantly applicable nature to soul music, whereas sometimes pop music can be a periodical.

My fear is that I go up to the girl of my dreams and say 'I'

My fear is that I go up to the girl of my dreams and say 'I'm sorry, but I've got to say hello to you,' and she slides the stool back and gets up and walks away, saying, 'Not for me, Bub. I don't want anything to do with you.'

Atlanta's my musical home. It really was the place where I r

Atlanta's my musical home. It really was the place where I really came alive.

I scientifically engineer my music to be as accessible as po

I scientifically engineer my music to be as accessible as possible.

Look, demanding somebody do anything in this day and age is

Look, demanding somebody do anything in this day and age is not going to fly.

Have you ever loved somebody, loved her completely, but had

Have you ever loved somebody, loved her completely, but had to end the relationship for life reasons?

A human being has been given an intellect to make choices, a

A human being has been given an intellect to make choices, and we know there are other food sources that do not require the killing of a creature that would protest being killed.

Mary Tyler Moore

I can't even explain to you how terrible that feels, that I

I can't even explain to you how terrible that feels, that I equate dating a woman with punishment, shame, guilt, disappointment, reproach, reprimand, persecution. It's a nightmare.