Search - John Mayer :: Room for Squares

Everyone should own this CD...

Amy B | Revere, MA, USA | 06/22/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Have you ever been out on a date and said something stupid that you wished you could take back? Ever thought that maybe you've already met 'The One' and just passed them on the sidewalk? Ever been driving down the highway and wanted to just keep on going, away from everything? Well, so has John Mayer.Mayer writes songs about feelings and experiences that are universal, but expresses them in a voice that is uniquely his own. I doubt there is anyone out there who can't relate to at least one song on "Room for Squares". His lyrical brillance makes John's CD something to be poured over, like a great novel that you can't put down. What makes these 12 songs so amazing is that they aren't like every song you hear on the radio, about falling in or out of love, but about real life, and what everyone goes through. As John himself has said, "I'm just like all of you, I just have a nicer guitar...". Musically, John (a former student at Berklee College of Music)is among the most talented guitarists in music today, and on this CD he is backed by musicians of the same caliber. Talent like Mayer's is rare, and the best way to really appreciate it is to witness it live...but if you can't get to a show, "Room for Squares" is the next best thing. This will absolutely be the best $13 that you've spent in a long time...this CD will become the soundtrack to your life as soon as you put it in your CD player. I wish I could give it more than 5 stars, and after you hear it, you'll know why!"

My stupid fingers

Robert | Birmingham, Albania | 06/30/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"How do I entice you? What words can I type to paint the right picture? How do you describe a CD that keeps pulling at you, saying "play me again"?You can read other reviews to learn a bit more about John Mayer - or go to his web site. My job is to help you know why you want to listen to this CD.1st - every track is interesting, both lyrically and musically. I've been listening to this CD for a week, and each day a different track is my favorite. During the first few runs I focused on the sound - beautiful guitar working, excellent voice (reminds one of Dave Matthews or Sting), good production. Then you start to focus on the words. This guy can write.2nd - some of my favorite lyrics: "I'm never speaking up again. It only hurts me I'd rather be a mystery, than she desert me" - My Stupid Mouth"Something 'bout the way the hair falls in your face I love the shape you take when crawling towards the pillowcase" - Your Body is a Wonderland"whatever happened to my lunchbox?" - 833rd - the music fits the lyricsOK - I haven't convinced anyone. How can you describe music? How can you portray the addiction this CD creates?Don't believe me - find a way to listen to this CD. It may just get you also.Avoid this CD if you don't like clever lyrics, melodies, solid arrangements. It isn't loud, it isn't avant garde - it's just beautiful.You might even thank me."

This Is so Worth tracking down

J. S. WILLARD | CHARLESTON, SC USA | 05/26/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I am just mad for this cd. I first came across John Mayer during MTV's Real World New Orleans. On the first episode, or maybe second, there's this moment of Danny waiting for his boyfriend Paul. On the soundtrack is a song called "Back To You" that I went nuts for and searched fruitlessly with no luck. After weeks I posted a query on a MTV message board, and someone knew it was this guy from Atlanta! I ordered his 1st cd from an indie label and thought it was great...until this one! This guy is so talented, it's a very jazzy, pop, acoustic set. Kinda like Dave Mathews without the hype and loads more charisma. And his voice is so smooth with just a little raspiness The fore mentioned "Back To You" is on here, polished and even better. "Why Georgia" is a lovely mid-tempo number about the meaning of life. "My Stupid Mouth" besides being a great title is a jaunty ditty about a bad first date. "Your Body Is a Wonderland" is damn sexy! Every track is a winner. It's so rare to find a cd that you love as whole. This kid is going places, don't be left behind! Buy this cd you will not regret it."