My solo is at 13:20 :D If you wanna tag me on Instagram @musiciswin with your solo over this track, I'd love to hear! Tag @johnmayer while you're at it ;) BTW-John, come on my podcast-the people are clamoring for it
It does sound so 80's it's amazing. Being born late 70's I really like these tones. Those formative years are so important to a person. Even though I am into heavier kinds of music these days, the stuff you grew up on is always special.
If he wants the song to be played on today's radio waves and have commercial success, he did just the right amount of guitar solo. I bet he adds another 16+ bars for the solo section when he performs this song in concert... BIG fan of this tune. John needs a "hit" on the radio... we all know he is a guitar god and amazing songwriter, but homie needs radio time!
"the guy on the bongos is killing it, is this a shoutout to Toto". The guy on the bongos is literally the guy that was on the bongos for Africa, Lenny Castro. Greg Phillingaines on the keys, who was also in Toto. It's nice to see John finally being pro bongo
There’s one big beautiful note on the song where Mayer sounds like David Gilmour on Learning To Fly. I wouldn’t change a thing about that note. Let’s just call it bluesy1980’s guitar... not too greasy, but somewhat.
Link in description. I'm waiting for more acoustic stuff. I go through his lessons and can always find something to work on. It's worth it. If I don't use it one month, it's still money going to one of my favorite content creators/guitarists on RUclips.
@@johnmayer7104 Have you ever considered how poorly it reflects on you as a person to be roleplaying as a pop musician on youtube and doing such a terrible job of it? Get help.
@@jacksondensham6066 Yeah man. Thing is, Rick's a beginner. And he probably doesn't know what a triad is or the theory behind a major scale. So to most self-taught guitarists, a B7 is that V shape on the top 3 strings. I simplified it. Thanks for your knowledge though!
@@duazia9737 I can play the basic chords, power chords, some bar chords, a few fingerpicking techniques and know what scales are, but that's about it really. I find it hard to memorise which chord has which name tho.
I saw a interview a long time ago that John specifically talked about how he choses to do phrasings that are higher on the fret board with the lower strings and that it was one piece his tool bag that helped unlock real soul in his blues riffs.
The song is excellent, no "buts" or "howevers" People always crave for "more solos" or more or less something, but in the end, it's the artist's right to make his music on his own way. Probably the live versions will have extended solos, but for a studio song, it's just plain perfect.
I have been searching for a video like this for months. Explaining the "WHY" not just the "how". Excellent break down of the song. In my opinion, this is hands down, the best video you have ever produced. 1000 thumbs up.
Just got into the subscription service you offer to learn to play!! I’m just starting my journey and love it so far man thanks for being there to help!
Leaving noodling space is something that John does all the time. Take Gravity or SDIABR for example. Lot of space, which allows for a lot of creative freedom in live performances.Many of his live performances are so different from each other because of it
@@roshankoshy156 That's so true. A person of his capabilities and musical history tends to leave room for movement intentionally. Keeps the music very accessible at the album level and malleable at the live level. Good stuff! Gonne have a hay day with that backing track!
To me he’s paying tribute to the 80s Clapton. Albums like August and Journeyman. Check them out and you’ll find the sound, chord progressions, solos etc
John leaves all his recordings empty... Gravity for example, if you hear the recording, it's just empty space... he does it on purpose and then he improvises solos in the lives...
@@brainsniffer he did say it was in E Maj, and talked about fitting the chords into the relative chords. I don't remember hearing too many tutors talk about that when transcribing songs when I was younger. It's a great building block
I love how John puts so much thought in his music. He could play many more notes but he keeps it cool and chooses the notes that feel right and its amazing
The best thing of this video is that Tyler is doing a professional analysis of this song without trying to put John Mayer on a pedestal (sorry Mary Spender), which finally is the goal of a good analysis. No wonder why the great Tomo Fujita is proud of one of his best students. Excellent job, congrats and keep rocking.
100%. Intentional or not, it's a good thing. An obvious progression for his channel. Next he's going to have to explain how he figures songs out so easily.
Dude these lessons have become so insanely insightful. It's crazy how YOUR awareness of music has become so sharp given all the work you do to teach us! Thank you!!!!
Love that you break down the song with nice specifics on using scales and setting a cyclical aura w/ the progression that intrigues me as a guitarist & and a John Mayer Trio fan, and your passionate sounding tone really gives your rendition musical life with your thrilling melodic soloing!
@@donanders2110 he had longer hair in 2011-2012 (during his throat issues), which is fine with me as long as it's not the buzz cut from 2008 - that was a waste of great hair.
@@johnmayer7104 dude come on... we all know John rarely ever answers comments and whatnot on hi social media posts... you aren’t fooling anyone. Get a life bro
Wow Tyler your teaching skills and perception of music are embedded in this video. A pleasure to see you upgrade as years go by. Thank you for sharing. And your solo at the end muah 😽
I like the “I hear” and explaining how to approach a song like this and going through the process of analysing music. And the Majora's mask is excellent as well in the background! 😘
I'd been trying to figure out which song this one reminded me of. The track is "It's in the way that you use it' from the famous "Doom" pool scene in The Color of Money. And yes, there are several solos.
I love the new Mayer song and adore the 80's Clapton "Journeyman" influence only done within his own style! great song on its own and reminds me of Clapton's "its in the way that you use it" or maybe "Bad Love" or "pretending" by Clapton, and how hes got synthesizer intermixed with great guitar tone. I think thats such a cool know to the past while still sounding very modern . I expected to like the new Mayer song and indeed i want disappointed .
It’s a bit like the song “Pretending” by Eric Clapton. Even with Greg Phillinganges in both videos. All they need is it to rain. A good song and good playing.
@@henkkman it's pretty overt so the only reason people would miss it is if they weren't familiar with Clapton's work in that time period. Just look at the cover of Sob Rock and compare it to the cover of August by Clapton (and Texas Flood by SRV).
@@Aardvarked88 You are right. That is more accurate. The video made me think of Pretending because of Greg Philliganes being shown on keyboards in the beginning of both videos. Have a great weekend!
I really appreciate you diving into the theory while explaining how to play it. on a lot of videos, the theory would be skipped.. but if i dont know the why, it makes it harder for me to understand.
Instant subscription! I love being explained music stuff, and you are very talented. I watched this vid and thought "This guy must have like 2 mill subs".
My solo is at 13:20 :D
If you wanna tag me on Instagram @musiciswin with your solo over this track, I'd love to hear! Tag @johnmayer while you're at it ;)
BTW-John, come on my podcast-the people are clamoring for it
You are one of my favourite RUclipsrs ever! 😊🎸
Nice shirt!
George xander bruh
@@leaveitorsinkit242 he watches Mary spenders videos so I bet he’s seen Tyler’s at least a couple times
@George xander I’m homosexual😂
Great lesson Tyler!! I am so proud of you!!
Hi master.
what an awesome compliment from a legend!
ure so nice
Hi daddy😩
Mr tomo is the first one to give a lesson of the song tho on his pink squier ;)
The percussionist is from Toto. It is the percussionist that played Africa, so yeah it is a nod to Africa.
Lenny Castro
I also believe the keyboard player is from Toto as well
@@cderosa1185 Greg Philipaneas was part of Toto in 2006.
He should have covered Africa straight on, at least there was a real melody...
It does sound so 80's it's amazing. Being born late 70's I really like these tones. Those formative years are so important to a person. Even though I am into heavier kinds of music these days, the stuff you grew up on is always special.
If he wants the song to be played on today's radio waves and have commercial success, he did just the right amount of guitar solo. I bet he adds another 16+ bars for the solo section when he performs this song in concert... BIG fan of this tune. John needs a "hit" on the radio... we all know he is a guitar god and amazing songwriter, but homie needs radio time!
His live performances are always better for it too
Agreed
couldnt agree more
@sfairraid 13 dude just wants to have fun and make music he and others like. It’s a good song.
Agreed
You know its gonna be a great song when its about trains
Its always the last one...
Last Train To Satansville
The first one is better
Or roads. Any songs about traveling really
Cause you can hear it a comin
"the guy on the bongos is killing it, is this a shoutout to Toto". The guy on the bongos is literally the guy that was on the bongos for Africa, Lenny Castro. Greg Phillingaines on the keys, who was also in Toto. It's nice to see John finally being pro bongo
Was it pro-Bono though?
@@phishphan5732 Bono? He’s in U2
Sounds like he's going through an Eric Clapton in the 80's phase
Dann you beat me to it😄👍👍👍
I think that was what he was going for
There’s one big beautiful note on the song where Mayer sounds like David Gilmour on Learning To Fly. I wouldn’t change a thing about that note. Let’s just call it bluesy1980’s guitar... not too greasy, but somewhat.
For sure, video reminds me of Forever man :D
It's very similar to both Africa by Toto and Eric Clapton's It's In The Way That You Use It.
Me after buying guitar super system: ah yes the ole root third and fifth
Triad? Where do I get it from if I'm gonna try it?
Link in description. I'm waiting for more acoustic stuff. I go through his lessons and can always find something to work on. It's worth it. If I don't use it one month, it's still money going to one of my favorite content creators/guitarists on RUclips.
@@JR0d117 that was a triad joke I made, but thank you
diAtoniC tRiaD whEelHouse
LMAO 🤣
Wow nice job being first man!
First
Woa Adam neely
In the world?
Lol😂
But Adam talked about it before it was realest
John Mayer's cover of Mary Spender's piece is very well done:)...
Thank you so much for always been there, how long have you been following me as a fan ?
@@johnmayer7104 what are you hoping to get out of this bullshit account?
@@Aardvarked88 Have you ever talked to someone on my behalf before?
@@johnmayer7104 Have you ever considered how poorly it reflects on you as a person to be roleplaying as a pop musician on youtube and doing such a terrible job of it? Get help.
@@Aardvarked88 your giving him what he wants. dont feed the trolls lol
So when are we going to have John in the Guitar Villains podcast?
That'd be sik af
YESSSSS!!!!
YESS
soon
Should we start a petition?
Not just the bongos, the whole song has a bit of an "Africa" vibe.
David Lee Roth says “sometimes there’s nothing like freeze dried pop, and nobody does freeze dried pop like the band Toto…”
A bit? LOL, more like a big chunk 😂
Well it features two members of Toto, so I think that was intentional
Yeah. And not just the bongos, but the synths and tones too.
@@coyotecai Seriously? I guess it's more even more than just a vibe then.
i can’t believe you gave us the backing track for free!! thanks tyler!!!
killer solo at the end as always man!! 💥💥
“It’s probably something like this” *proceeds to play flawless*
“Last Train Home” the song you listen to on your way to bless the rains down in Africa 😄
I felt him when he said, "Come on, John, give me a solo!"
Me as a beginner guitarist: hmmm yes dominant b7 chord
it's just a normal B7 chord.
@@duazia9737 B7 is the same as B dominant 7. Major triad with the flat 7 which is the dominant 7 of the scale
@@jacksondensham6066 Yeah man. Thing is, Rick's a beginner. And he probably doesn't know what a triad is or the theory behind a major scale. So to most self-taught guitarists, a B7 is that V shape on the top 3 strings. I simplified it. Thanks for your knowledge though!
*open B7
@@duazia9737 I can play the basic chords, power chords, some bar chords, a few fingerpicking techniques and know what scales are, but that's about it really. I find it hard to memorise which chord has which name tho.
I saw a interview a long time ago that John specifically talked about how he choses to do phrasings that are higher on the fret board with the lower strings and that it was one piece his tool bag that helped unlock real soul in his blues riffs.
Wait! Don't touch that skip button. This is going to change everyth-
He's probably left it like this so he can unleash a live solo nobody expected
The song is excellent, no "buts" or "howevers"
People always crave for "more solos" or more or less something, but in the end, it's the artist's right to make his music on his own way.
Probably the live versions will have extended solos, but for a studio song, it's just plain perfect.
I have been searching for a video like this for months. Explaining the "WHY" not just the "how". Excellent break down of the song. In my opinion, this is hands down, the best video you have ever produced. 1000 thumbs up.
Have you stumbled upon Michael Palmisano? Check him out!
i just wish to hear a john mayer blues or rock song to be on the new album.
Same!
Well, you'll get sob rock!
Thank you so much for the love and support.
@@johnmayer7104 get a life
I mean, that’s kind of a given? lmao
Just got into the subscription service you offer to learn to play!! I’m just starting my journey and love it so far man thanks for being there to help!
Love the Clapton style elbow vibrato!
I was literally just noodling over this song last night. Tons of space in a song like this. Very fun to jam with.
Leaving noodling space is something that John does all the time.
Take Gravity or SDIABR for example.
Lot of space, which allows for a lot of creative freedom in live performances.Many of his live performances are so different from each other because of it
@@roshankoshy156 That's so true. A person of his capabilities and musical history tends to leave room for movement intentionally. Keeps the music very accessible at the album level and malleable at the live level. Good stuff! Gonne have a hay day with that backing track!
Had popcorn with it watching TV
@@roshankoshy156 I appreciate you.
Not literally I hope.
The “dude on the bongos” is part of Toto😂🤙🏼
As is the keys player. Dude recorded a Toto album and did a tour with them.
@@TwistedIllusionUK And so he did with Gilmour. You can hear David's influence on this song as well. Really cool.
@@facuzpw absolutely!
To me he’s paying tribute to the 80s Clapton. Albums like August and Journeyman. Check them out and you’ll find the sound, chord progressions, solos etc
Just read on ig that he’s using a Soldano slo100 in the video. If that’s not Clapton back in the Synth days I dont know what😁
Definitely hearing some "It's in the way that you use it"
John leaves all his recordings empty... Gravity for example, if you hear the recording, it's just empty space... he does it on purpose and then he improvises solos in the lives...
its genius really his genius frightens me
showing how you are figuring out the chords of a song is super helpful
I liked the talk of triads and diatonic and root, third, fifth... I think I missed him saying what the key was, but that’s not important.
@@brainsniffer he did say it was in E Maj, and talked about fitting the chords into the relative chords. I don't remember hearing too many tutors talk about that when transcribing songs when I was younger. It's a great building block
This is a great song. The musical sound of it reminds me of mid 80s Eric Clapton, in his more pop period.
Yes I thought of the song Pretending right away.
I love how John puts so much thought in his music. He could play many more notes but he keeps it cool and chooses the notes that feel right and its amazing
How far have you come & how long have you been following me as a fan?
Petition for Tyler to review Mary's take on this song
I agreeee
Pass
That's a bit much.
😂🤣great idea👍🏻
The best thing of this video is that Tyler is doing a professional analysis of this song without trying to put John Mayer on a pedestal (sorry Mary Spender), which finally is the goal of a good analysis. No wonder why the great Tomo Fujita is proud of one of his best students. Excellent job, congrats and keep rocking.
This breakdown reminds me ALOT of Rick Beato's "what makes this song great" series. Love it!
100%. Intentional or not, it's a good thing. An obvious progression for his channel. Next he's going to have to explain how he figures songs out so easily.
I see John Mayer on the title, I click, I like, I subbed, I shared, I'm happy.
"Nobody's done this. Nobody named Mary, nobody named Adam." 😂
I find it amazing how guitarists like Tyler can hear a song for the first or second time and immediately play the song on the guitar.
I know everyone's harping on the Africa similarities, but every time I hear this (regardless of key/tempo), I hear Bruce Hornsby's, "The Way It Is."
I agree! I also hear “it’s in the way that you use it” from EC
@@diegodeloscobos2208 Yes, definitely!
Tyler, you're an excellent teacher, congratulations on your great class. A strong hug here from Brazil.
of course tyler would benefit himself of john’s new single, as always.....
just kidding, love ya man
Dude these lessons have become so insanely insightful. It's crazy how YOUR awareness of music has become so sharp given all the work you do to teach us! Thank you!!!!
Its so cool seeing someone breakdown the song in their own thought process! I wish I can be like you! Great video!
Thank you so much
I didn't think I was going to like this video but honestly this is one of the greatest videos you've ever done awesome work Tyler
Love that you break down the song with nice specifics on using scales and setting a cyclical aura w/ the progression that intrigues me as a guitarist & and a John Mayer Trio fan, and your passionate sounding tone really gives your rendition musical life with your thrilling melodic soloing!
In English...no habla theory
Thanks so much for the backing track, I will give the guitar parts a go!
Keep up the good work!
All the best.
John mayer looks like a homeless man who killed his rich twin and acted like his twin
I was gonna say, he is going through a scruffy phase!! Seems like a lot of artist do this
Huh?
surely you look better
@@donanders2110 he had longer hair in 2011-2012 (during his throat issues), which is fine with me as long as it's not the buzz cut from 2008 - that was a waste of great hair.
You can't see he is rich
Fantastic overview Tyler and thanks for the backing track, what a humble gesture!
Sounds very 80's to me. I like it.
Thank you so much
@@johnmayer7104 dude come on... we all know John rarely ever answers comments and whatnot on hi social media posts... you aren’t fooling anyone. Get a life bro
@@Matt_Lanzer_13 ever talked to someone on my behalf before ?
@@johnmayer7104 whether you're him or not his talent is undeniable
@@musek5048 Thank you so much for always supporting once again?
Castro killing it on the bongos, I saw him live with Toto a few years ago. So damn good
1:16 Its now officially proven that Bethany uses Tyler's pc more than him😂😂😂
Lmao
haha
Or tyler wears makeup
@@wornstrat5517 nope!! worn strat, you need that makeup i assume.
😂😂
Your music theory is on point. Not pissing about and riffing to the point. Truly enjoy your vids, but you are underrated!
I also missed more guitar solo on this song
Wow Tyler your teaching skills and perception of music are embedded in this video. A pleasure to see you upgrade as years go by. Thank you for sharing. And your solo at the end muah 😽
Toto would be proud! 😆
Not wrong mate. I got it as a poor
Heuy Lewis track ... harsh... no.
Greg Phillinganes on the keys in this song was in Toto before ;)
@@baldbearded9601 Nice one. 👍
@@baldbearded9601 Thank you for brother! 🙏 Did not know that.
Someone actually just said that the percussionist, Lenny Castro, played in Africa too! Definitely a nod to the track
The guy on the Congas is Lenny Castro, who IS they guy from Toto's Africa.
Tyler: no one has done this before me
Rick Beato's entire existence: am i joke to you?
You ever think you know how to play guitar, and then watch how easily Tyler does this and think, “nope, I suck.”
Funny that it sounds like 80s Clapton and even has Greg Phillinganes from Clapton's band.
Great lesson! It would be amazing if John leads a trend of bringing back some of the 80s pop synth sounds and throwback vibes in popular music
I like the “I hear” and explaining how to approach a song like this and going through the process of analysing music. And the Majora's mask is excellent as well in the background! 😘
Great video and had a big smile on my face for the solo you added. It was sweet. :)
I definitely understood all the music theory talk
I can sort of follow Tyler because I’ve been thinking about guitar and music for 30 years... so relative theory becomes relevant doesn’t it.
Great one Tyler ! Man, seeing all the guitars in the background makes me realize how much time has passed since those early 3-guitars days !
6:35 A very guitar like thing...😂 Tyler... you're the best!!
Thank you I've been wanting more guitar solos from jm and there only short solos as of late .
That guitar in the intro looks like something Dwight would buy to match the carpet.
Thanks for being the first and original. You, Mary, and Adam are totally original.
You can hear the exact same tone on Clapton's "Journeyman" album - try his hit "Pretending".
Yep I hear it too!
Well it's no secret, he even stole Clapton's keyboard player from that era
Do more of these man ,super entertaining, it would be cool to see a mini series of you breaking down songs entirely like you did with this one
Sounds like a cross between Toto Africa, and Van Halen
It does
So im not the only one who thought of van halen here
This giving me serious Mid-Career Clapton vibes. I dig it.
I'd been trying to figure out which song this one reminded me of.
The track is "It's in the way that you use it' from the famous "Doom" pool scene in The Color of Money. And yes, there are several solos.
Both great songs, and the film was awesome too
you are so knowledgeable with amzing talent. loved the end freestyle
Nice guitar
You know that guitar is gonna turn pink if you keep shredding so nice!
I love the new Mayer song and adore the 80's Clapton "Journeyman" influence only done within his own style! great song on its own and reminds me of Clapton's "its in the way that you use it" or maybe "Bad Love" or "pretending" by Clapton, and how hes got synthesizer intermixed with great guitar tone. I think thats such a cool know to the past while still sounding very modern . I expected to like the new Mayer song and indeed i want disappointed .
Hey! How about a video describing how he gets that tone? It's very similar to what Clapton used on Journeyman, on tracks like 'Pretending'. Thanks!
Toto + shades of Robert Plant " I'm in the mood for a melody"
Honeydrippers .
Loved your solo ❤️🔥
Wow I love John’s music, and his new signature guitar…. If only it wasn’t extremely expensive. Fantastic video.
same, I wish they were less expensive 😭
That flip flop finish is literally the most stupidly cool PRS I've ever seen.For some reason that thing was like drawing my eyes the whole video
This should be a new series. Songs that need more guitar solos.
every song. :-D
@@math211 Nah. Some songs need less guitar solos. I'm looking at you Dream Theater's Ministry of Lost Souls
I think it's the perfect amount. there's enough guitar in the outro jam to satisfy me.
Tyler’s nuts at guitar… like I can’t name notes or find their roots, I just read tabs and watch what other people play
Great breakdown, I love these type of videos
It’s a bit like the song “Pretending” by Eric Clapton. Even with Greg Phillinganges in both videos. All they need is it to rain. A good song and good playing.
Yep, most people completely miss the 80’s Clapton vibe.
@@henkkman Yeah it's easy to miss Clapton in a rip off from Toto 😂
It's closer to It's In The Way That You Use It, imo.
@@henkkman it's pretty overt so the only reason people would miss it is if they weren't familiar with Clapton's work in that time period. Just look at the cover of Sob Rock and compare it to the cover of August by Clapton (and Texas Flood by SRV).
@@Aardvarked88 You are right. That is more accurate. The video made me think of Pretending because of Greg Philliganes being shown on keyboards in the beginning of both videos.
Have a great weekend!
I really appreciate you diving into the theory while explaining how to play it.
on a lot of videos, the theory would be skipped.. but if i dont know the why, it makes it harder for me to understand.
1:06 Mary spenders is looking for you
yep especially when she had her reaction video before him... lol
The "dude"on the "bongos" (actually Congas) is the great Lenny Castro (who actually use to play with Toto)...just so you know .
Isn't that opening a lot like Islands in the Stream? Thank Kenny and Dolly.
Great vid! The JM music video of this song would have sold a TON of Levis Jeans in the late '80's!
When's ravioli shoes dropping on spotify though
Instant subscription! I love being explained music stuff, and you are very talented. I watched this vid and thought "This guy must have like 2 mill subs".
Who noticed the Jeff Beck squealy bend in his solo ?
You did such a good and simple overview of this tune. Thanks man!
The hearing is so sick!
Mary Spender and Justin sandercoe had this two days ago
well it is Lenny Castro on bongo after all !
I got the same ad as you did when I clicked on the music video 😂