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Heavier Things should surprise more than a few critics. John Mayer's big-label debut was a multi-platinum breakthrough success whose sensual anthem "Your Body is a Wonderland" scored him an unlikely Grammy for Best Pop Vocal. That out-of-the-box success--and more than a few critics grousing that Mayer's muse was cloned from Dave Matthews--primed him for the typical sophomore slump. Instead, Mayer delivers an album whose tone and title suggests a gentle, tongue-in-cheek rebuke to his naysayers. Propelled by the subtle ambitions of an expanded pop-jazz framework (largely courtesy of Sheryl Crow/No Doubt producer Jack Joseph Puig), Mayer's breathy vocal tack now suggests a detached, conflicted and significantly less precious incarnation of Michael Franks. But the way he weds fluid pop hooks to lyrical concerns, whose self-obsessions are undercut by telling dollops of self-deprecation, should clearly draw listeners in, from the my-spirit's-too-smart-for-my-body laments of "Clarity", upbeat single "Bigger than My Body" and bluesy plea "Come Back to Bed" to the cautionary, melodically rich "Daughters" and even the anti-materialist agitpop of "Something's Missing". --Jerry McCulley
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
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"Heavier Things," it was indeed. I first heard John while on exercise in Canada. "Why Georgia" was the tune, from his 1st album "Room 4 squares". It had a mellowness to it that matched my taste in music better than could imagine. So, on just that tune, I bought his album. I was plesantly surprised at how much I played it. Im normally one of those people who buy a cd, listen to it five or six times, then shelve it and buy something newer.
Room 4 Squares has now been joined by "Heavier Things" in my cd changer, which plays non-stop when Im at home. "Heavier Things" is different from Room 4 Squares, not better, but equal, but in a different sort of way. Its more intense, and as another reviewer stated, his lirics are "3D" in comparison to the classic ballad or love song. He can express himself so well, musically on his guitar, & verbally. If u sit & listen to it properly, you get immursted, you may find urself sheading a silent tear, or with a silly grin on ur face, he's that good.
"Heavier Things" is a great 2nd album which doesnt disapoint. "Room 4 Squares" was a difficult album to follow, but he has suceeded with flying colours.
Buy this album if u dare, tho I think you should buy Room 4 Squares before this one. Only so u can get aquainted whith his style. It took me a couple off plays to get into them both. your money will not be wasted buying this album, believe me!!
Room 4 Squares has now been joined by "Heavier Things" in my cd changer, which plays non-stop when Im at home. "Heavier Things" is different from Room 4 Squares, not better, but equal, but in a different sort of way. Its more intense, and as another reviewer stated, his lirics are "3D" in comparison to the classic ballad or love song. He can express himself so well, musically on his guitar, & verbally. If u sit & listen to it properly, you get immursted, you may find urself sheading a silent tear, or with a silly grin on ur face, he's that good.
"Heavier Things" is a great 2nd album which doesnt disapoint. "Room 4 Squares" was a difficult album to follow, but he has suceeded with flying colours.
Buy this album if u dare, tho I think you should buy Room 4 Squares before this one. Only so u can get aquainted whith his style. It took me a couple off plays to get into them both. your money will not be wasted buying this album, believe me!!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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after flicking through the music stantions on the tv i came across the music video for Bigger than my body, after listening to it I saw an advert advertising the album Heavier Things so i went out to buy it the day it came out,whilst listening to it i cant explain it but it felt as if he was singing it just to you directly. Every time i play it it makes me feel happier and it makes me smile just by listening to his voice and the words to the songs.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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Having bought John's first album Room For Squares, my initial thoughts were that this follow up could never be as good as RFS.However,I have been proved wrong.This album marks a change in direction with more emphasis on the superb guitar solos and has definitely grown on me.It didnt take long!
My highlights of the album are Bigger Than My Body which I defy ANYONE not to start singing along to the chorus!,Come Back To Bed a gorgeous tune with excellent guitar playing,Clarity, Daughters and Wheel.
If you ever get the opportunity to see this man perform then go!I have had the privilege of seeing him three times in London and he is simply awesome live.Cant wait for the third album!
My highlights of the album are Bigger Than My Body which I defy ANYONE not to start singing along to the chorus!,Come Back To Bed a gorgeous tune with excellent guitar playing,Clarity, Daughters and Wheel.
If you ever get the opportunity to see this man perform then go!I have had the privilege of seeing him three times in London and he is simply awesome live.Cant wait for the third album!
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Brilliant!
A dodgey date introduced me to John Mayer. The first track of his I heard was an acoustic version of Clarity and from then on I was hooked. Read more
Published 18 months ago by buystoomuchfromamazon
Adult contemporary-pop-jazz-blues-rock masterpiece from still unknown...
With a detached, confident maturity well beyond his years, honed by a healthy dose of self-deprecation Mayer's sophomore effort is brilliant. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Alister King
Love it.
Varied and great. 'Clarity' is an absolute favorite of mine. You can appreciate the music, even if you don't appreciate John Mayer!
Published on 22 Mar 2010 by Show off!
more weight than his debut
'Room for Squares' had some stand-out tracks ('Why Georgia', '3x5s', 'Neon' and 'Your body is a wonderland' in particular) but as a whole this album, excuse the obvious pun,... Read more
Published on 16 Feb 2010 by New Kid in Town
Not That Heavy, But Good Nevertheless
"Heavier Things" is John Mayer's second studio album which was released on September 9th of 2003. The style on this album is soft-rock, as this comes from a period before he... Read more
Published on 15 May 2008 by Dave_42
Weighty stuff
I have not heard the 4sqs album but this is excellent in parts and very good in others. I like the simplicity of the songs and arrangements. Read more
Published on 7 Feb 2008 by D Deacon
Just as good as the first album
I can't work out why this album gets such a hard time when it's compared to his fantastic first album 'room for squares'. Read more
Published on 18 Feb 2007 by General Franko
A ROYAL BEAUTY FROM THE KING OF MODERN MUSIC
john mayer once again has impressed the world with his amazing talent. no one can sing and play as good as this kid. he is a credit to the modern music industry. Read more
Published on 12 Feb 2006 by "easty7"
Thinking of buying it?
I was introduced to John Mayer by friends in America, who had concert tickets for him in London. I knew one song, 'No such thing', and went along to the concert knowing... Read more
Published on 10 Jan 2006 by sarah
Mayer at his best. A terrific follow-up album.
American award winner John Mayer returns with another exceptional album. Some may argue that "Heavier Things" fails to live up to expectation and is merely a shadow of "Room for... Read more
Published on 19 Aug 2005 by "paul3112"
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