John Mayer Songs Ranked

John Clayton Mayer is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer. Famous for his special skills in guitar and his artistic pursuit for classy pop-rock songs, he has earned major chart success in the US and other countries. Known for both his solo career and his career with the ‘John Mayer Trio’ group, the knowledgeable musician has millions of fans across the globe. He picked up a guitar at the age of 13 and took lessons for two years. Then through his strong perseverance and determination, he started a career in music. His big break came when he performed at the ‘2000 South by Southwest Music Festival’ in Austin following which Aware Records signed him. The winner of seven Grammy Awards, he at times changed his musical styles and became successful across genres, establishing himself in contemporary rock and broadening his scope to incorporate the blues. TIME applauded him for his “vigorous voice texture, and emotional fearlessness”. Most of his albums are commercially successful and have been accredited multi-platinum. Here are all of John Mayer’s songs ranked.

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20. Who Says (Battle Studies, 2009)

“This song is really a nice one… The soft melodious guitar chords with a low heavy voice.. Composed of soft pitches… Evenly distributed.. It’s a perfect song.”

19. In the Blood (The Search for Everything, 2017)

“Great build up to a wonderful theme that keeps evolving, giving us a truly masterful vocal melody that is one of the greatest highways any singer would love to navigate. In 30 years we will see ‘In the blood’ as John’s greatest contribution to our popular culture. Definitely one of his greatest compositions!”

18. In Your Atmosphere (Where The Light Is, 2008)

“I get chills every time I listen to it and always just have to take a minute to appreciate the depth and emotion it possesses musically and lyrically. I have been able to relate to this song in so many of my life experiences and it has brought me to tears more than any other song I have ever heard. Clearly I believe this song deserves the #1 spot, but John Mayer is such a brilliant songwriter and musician that I am quite in love with so many of his songs”

17. The Heart of Life (Continuum 2006)

“It is so sweet and kind of mellow in a refreshing way- plus the sharp vocals have some inspirational lyrics behind them. Such beautiful lyrics. This song has a really great meaning behind it, definitely my favorite Mayer song.”

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16. Neon (Inside Wants Out, 1999)

“The riff is the bane of all guitarists, but it’s such a good song, it just makes me want to rip my hair out sometimes. His voice is fantastic in this as well.”

15. Clarity (Heavier Things, 2003)

“Easily one of his best songs. Each verse has a slightly different tune, and the music complements his voice perfectly. Huge variety of tunes. This song is absolutely beautiful. John’s voice sounds amazing.”

14. Free Fallin’ (Where The Light Is, 2008)

“Takes a completely different spin on a great song. Had numerous moments listening to this cover version and just feeling pure bliss”

13. Bigger Than My Body (Heavier Things 2003)

“This song is incredibly well written and I can relate to it so much. John Mayer absolutely speaks for me. (Pun intended. Inspiring and a surprisingly good upbeat”

12. Why Georgia (Room for Squares, 2001)

“Catchiest hook, one of his most upbeat, great place in his range, infectious drum beat and guitar riff, addictive lyrics, silky melodies. Hands down the best.”

11. Stop This Train (Continuum, 2006)

“One of the songs which shows Mayer’s skill of writing a song for pretty much every moment in my life good or bad. Also the king of writing a simple but effective song. Although playing this song on guitar while singing is another story…”

10. Edge of Desire (Battle Studies, 2009)

“Listening to it just makes me feel like nothing else. What he says is true love. You just feel how sexy he is. This song changed my life and keeps changing it every time I listen to it.”

9. Dreaming with a Broken Heart (Continuum, 2006)

“It is so emotional and raw and breathtaking all at the same time. Hard to resist listening to this song over and over again! Awesome guitar riff, as well as powerful lyrics that make the song one of his most touching and emotion-filled songs.”

8. Waiting on the World to Change (Continuum, 2006)

“It has one of the best rhythms I’ve ever seen because it’s happy! Makes you wanna hear his songs all the time. No doubt that he is one of the best singers of all times!”

7. Say (Continuum, 2006)

“This is my all time favorite song. The music and the lyrics just talk for themselves. Maybe in 10 or 15 years, when I’ll hear this song again I’ll think of the amazing times I spent when I was 14-15-16 years old, when Say by John Mayer was my favorite song..”

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6. Daughters (Heavier Things, 2003)

“On top of his beautiful lyrics and strong vocal performance, he gives a piece of advice to fathers: your daughter will love as you loved her. So love her unconditionally. This song got me hooked. Beautiful lyrics that a lot of you would find very meaningful if you give it a listen. Still to this day, sometimes I tear up when I listen to it!”

5. Heartbreak Warfare (Battle Studies, 2009)

“This song hits you so hard you feel like smiling and crying at the same time.. all the memories, good and bad come rushing.. truly great writing and beautiful music from the great John Mayer! Amazing song! The lyrics are superb! Good to know its just a game, disappointment has a name, its heartbreak warfare!”

4. Half of My Heart (Battle Studies, 2009)

“The way this song is written, it’s a work of genius. It makes you feel so human, so vulnerable, you can actually feel what the guy is feeling as he contemplates his love for this woman that he can’t keep on loving but he can’t seem to stop either. Beautiful.”

3. Gravity (Try!, 2005)

“This is the song that I can relate to the most and I love the lyrics and John’s voice is so amazing, it takes my breath away… Such pure emotions and depth in one song… No wonder it won a Grammy… This song made me love John Mayer and this song is the reason why I started listening to the rest of his songs and got to find out how amazing he is as an artist.”

2. Your Body is a Wonderland (Room for Squares, 2001)

“Mayer’s most well-known song. And rightfully so. The lyrics and melody not only allow one to relax and have fun, but they also allow for one to think about their own lover’s wonderland. My personal favorite by Mayer.”

1. Slow Dancing in a Burning Room (Continuum, 2006)

“This song is simply the best ever. It describes a relationship, that’s falling apart, so beautifully, it makes you numb as you go deeper and deeper into the lyrics. And to match the lyrics, there’s this beautiful mellowing guitar in the background. Robbie McIntosh really fills a lot in the song. And to pair with it, there’s John’s voice that’s like an echo in itself. Literally sends shivers down the spine. Truly the best.”