Alexander 23 x John Mayer - Everybody Wants to Rule the World (Tears for Fears Cover)

[@Alexander23]

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[@TearsForFearsOfficial]

Yes!! Honoured to have you both perform this. Incredible job.

[@robbmcc420]

Love this. This song will be remembered for all time. Truly a gem of songwriting.

[@kelsry]

🥺🫶

[@JayD06]

This will go down as one of the best songs ever made.

[@CarlosGarcia-jk3nv]

Its awesome that you noticed it and had time to recognize it!

[@steveshadforth]

Even though the last lyric was missing? Brown nose boys.

[@tommynoble3428]

Three guitarists on the stage. Two playing John Mayer signature models. The one not playing a John Mayer signature model? John Mayer.

[@asmram7082]

Goated comment

[@rahulvig5298]

Hahahahhahaha😂😂

[@supson44]

Ibanez?

[@tommynoble3428]

@@supson44 Mayer is playing a Jackson Soloist

[@JoseArturQueiroz]

@@tommynoble3428 Yeah lately he’s been playing some Japanese and usa made ones from esp,charvel and Jackson ,maybe he’s more inclined to 80s guitars after his last album

[@kevbotchill]

Your guitarist had to be nervous playing that solo. What a honor/ horrifying experience know your gonna be immediately followed by a Mayer solo. A+

[@noelstemple]

he crushed that solo too 🔥

[@Takeiteasy11]

He crushed it but then JM killed him sadly

[@owendaviesotd5909]

@@Takeiteasy11 completely agree, John literally wiped the floor with him

[@jmd489]

It's just so hard to match John's feel. He just makes everything flow. Other guitarist had some good licks, but you could tell he wasn't totally locked in comparatively.

[@kevbotchill]

@@jmd489 it’s not just feel, which obviously he’s the king, but something about his tone just fills so full. It’s incredible and unmatched.

[@TheVictoriousJoker]

Love how Alexander and his guitarist both have a PRS John Mayer signature, and John shows up with his pink Jackson - amazing cover though!

[@hockuspockus911]

John both gave Alexander and his guitarist Silver Skys on May 3rd at the Toronto show from the Sob Rock Tour.

[@snowandlightsmusic]

Exactly what I was thinking 😂

[@megsrini5013]

That was the first thing I noticed as well when I clicked on this video

[@monochromedout]

They have a new silver sky in Roxy pink too. Wonder what his prs contact looks like. Possibly doesn't apply if he's not fronting or a guest appearance.

[@Umuliuz]

@@monochromedout Fender was really difficult regarding this, and that a big reason he moved away from them. I belive he can play whatever he wants now. He even plays Fenders on occation :p

[@niekvanwensen]

John’s been using that whammy bar a lot more lately and I love it, so much emotion in that solo, his phrasing is just out of this world

[@brunoerckmam5070]

Very asato-like

[@samme79]

@@brunoerckmam5070 He's been doing that before Mateus was known. It's a Jeff Beck thing

[@faroutmayt]

@@samme79 yup, he's been studying the great Jeff Beck

[@keithremedy]

@@brunoerckmam5070 he’s been doing the beck thing long before asato tho technically

[@c.jarmstrong3111]

The man has so much taste

[@Nahninja]

First solo was solid but man Mayer’s phrasing is just on another level. Always a joy to hear John solo

[@skullkid112]

John completed the main quest. He's just doing the side missions for fun now.

[@NickEnchev]

Underrated comment

[@cheezyodeezy]

john's tone here is probably one of the best guitar tones I've ever heard

[@IncompleteStrangers]

I swear dude, it might even sound better than Where The Light Is

[@PROGROCKBOOTLEGS]

It’s up there. Even tho he typically uses a couple tube screamers in his signal chain, it sounds like he’s using distortion with a bit of chorus it sounds heavenly

[@pogfish3961]

Its the player dude

[@leif1075]

How can I play like him then?

[@ryancasablancas8361]

@@leif1075 Practice

[@mitchweiner]

The moment when you’re on stage with one of the best guitarists in the world playing backup for you on a classic pop song!

[@martyweiner6525]

No relation Mitch but you are 100% correct. John is a treasure!

[@IniDim]

John going from fingers to pick while manipulating the whammy at 2:58 is insane

[@leif1075]

Why is it insane?

[@omarsaletovicprins9632]

@@leif1075try it

[@kiidzero]

That "TONE" coming from the Jackson is Incredible!! Great solo work!

[@liamjenkins244]

it's not the guitar

[@ArjanHIv]

@@liamjenkins244 Exactly! Even if he plays an odd Jackson you can still hear John coming through

[@eric9867]

….but I bought a Silver Sky so I could sound like John Mayer… lol

[@Atmosrainmusic]

He probably has his pedal rig but who knows if he has a two rock sitting back there. Possibly not in a guest spot. But unmistakable guitar playing either way

[@kittler53]

@@eric9867 Me too! 😂

[@sjeff0714]

Everyone playing JM signatures and he comes out with a Jackson Soloist. Love it.

[@sg1770]

John is incredible. He plays with Grateful Dead members and makes Garcia proud. He is an amazing musician

[@michelleroesken1141]

Known as Dead & Company.

[@birchmahogany2718]

2:57, love how they do their own solos but then John goes right into the hook. Fantastic rendition.

[@joojoosasa]

Jesus. The way that Mayer emotes through his playing never fails to amaze me. You guys killed this!

[@SpiralRecordsMusic]

I was there and the crowd SUCKED for your set but you guys crushed it!

[@luiss2895]

they probably dont realize how good the band was and that John Mayer himself was there

[@illtronics]

I love seeing John using the whammy bar. This whole performance was insane. Everyone on stage knew exactly what they were doing.

[@samme79]

This is the kind of solos I want John to keep putting out. That was a simple but crazy good solo. Very melodic and follows the changes really well. Also you got a great voice and this was a really cool cover.

[@mus1ckid707]

so good! alexander just announced his own tour!

[@Upside_Down_Guitar_Guy]

Holy crap! JM playing a Jackson sounded amazing. It definitely shaped how he decided to play and was super cool. Incredible cover, too, absolutely on point

[@MiniHasSwag]

I watch this video like 3 times a day, everyone killed this

[@Jacki799]

same i even learned the first solo, wish it was on apple music😅

[@frankscutari9516]

3 guys complimenting each other with stepping on each other...awesome!

[@frankscutari9516]

Without stepping

[@jeffsaginaw1769]

WELL DONE. Every time I hear those first chords I get chills because if done right this song WILL TEAR THE ROOF OFF THE SUCKA every time. Props to TforF for contributing THIS to the soundtrack of our lives. Alex and John and company give us one more version to luv.

[@aisaiahcosey5130]

There’s a WHOLE LOTTA RHYTHM goin down for sure my friend!

[@jeffsaginaw1769]

@@aisaiahcosey5130 I kinda meant the whole intro, sorry.

[@rutaiwanwongsirasawad4040]

I’m an old lady who loves this song so much. And you two have made this in your own version so well. Thanks indeed.

[@theknowlodge8294]

The look on Alexander’s face mid John’s solo - love to see that in an artist - proper appreciation.

[@everysingleguitars]

John Clayton Mayer……. 1 of the GREATEST guitarists of our generation……. PERIOD.

[@ajadeleye4970]

Really impressed by this vocal performance 👏🏿

[@unhookedunhooked3219]

The tone on that pink PRS is insane!!

[@JasonNahRealFitSG]

Every guitarist & musician all replaying the solo where John Mayer starts playing... Wow... that tone...

[@jeanpaulmarrero2728]

Y’all killed this man… My friend and I were mind-blown by what y’all did in Pittsburgh last week!! Definitely gained 2 new fans that night!

[@emmaeibye2557]

I was at this show and this was the highlight of the entire night! An artist coming out before their show to play with the opener and matching the vibes of the opener. It was awesome!!

[@buckshot904]

John Mayer humility right there. Doesn't try to out-shine the band, just does his thing gets into it with the band.

[@sifaazh]

so this was from john's tour? i thought this was alexander's

[@pattygq]

@@sifaazh Yes John's tour, Alexander was the opener for John.

[@vindas777]

Just goes to show you tone is all in the hands and fingers. John Mayer makes that 80s metal shred guitar sound like a Strat! Wonderful vocals by Alex 23 - what a soulful voice he's got! I love how they rearranged the middle section so that the original solo was the final one. Amazing job by elite musicians, and a true band effort.

[@crossroads-art]

Well this is something I had no idea I needed in my life. Y’all killed this one for real.

[@crossroads-art]

@@TJGWORLD honestly you’re probably right. They’re both incredibly talented and could probably make just about anything sound great.

[@skipcycle4580]

Proud to be your 100th like on this comment. Totally agree!

[@ZaneTaylorMusic]

3 guitars perfectly not crowding each other, and a great mix.

[@c.jarmstrong3111]

Imagine having John casually come play rhythm at your show! So cool

[@junim.8664]

two of my favorite people on the planet. i am SO proud of you, alexander 🤍

[@kiz5206]

so incredible and honored to watch you grow. from only having dirty AF1s released when i first saw u, to touring with John Mayer, never stop doing what you’re doing! excited to see what’s next!!

[@oldrosehip7207]

Awesome performance of one of my favorite songs from my favorite band, Tears for Fears. Thank you so much 😊

[@christianlawas6591]

I love that they're using John's Signature PRSs

[@64ccd]

I’ve watched this more times than I can count. Something extraordinary happened here. The way Alex phrases is magical, the first solo is perfection and the tone on John’s guitar is otherworldly. Thank you to whoever filmed this.

[@mus1ckid707]

so good! alexander just announced his own tour!

[@sAmiZZle82]

Loving that I stumbled on this! Nostalgia to the max! And gorgeous tones on that Jackson and let's not forget that killer lead by the dude on the pink guitar right up back!

[@donnav7103]

The pink guitar is John Mayer's signature guitar. It is the PRS ( Paul Reed Smith) Silver Sky, JM signature model guitar in the shade Roxy Pink. The green guitar is John's PRS Silver Sky SE model in the shade Evergreen. My son bought a version of the Silver Sky guitar when they first came on the market, he loves the guitar and says it is the easiest playing guitar he ever owned. Kudos to John for designing a phenomenal guitar.

[@aw4925]

Should be released. Can I say as a John fan - it's now all about what he can give and contribute. Awesome

[@mynameslauren6777]

this is genuinely one of my favourite videos to watch of all time, i keep coming back to it every few weeks

[@Spurdue]

Favorite live cover of this classic

[@mudwiser1391]

I've listened to Tears for Fears do this song in the rain, in the snow, in the wind and in the sunshine and it never fails to stop my in my tracks with it's brilliance.

[@Trevenclaw]

Unreal that you put an 80s Jackson shredder in John Mayer's hands it sounds like a 60s strat.

[@80guitarguy82]

After going to this concert in Toronto, all I can say is that seeing JM colab on this cover is so sick.

[@btsarmy_india]

I can't find words to express to your song you really are ausum and what a peaceful and beautiful songs. Really loved it from India

[@Beezzz]

very random thought, but i think that John Mayers style of soloing would sound amazing on a song by the 1975 especially on their second album

[@ciao_abhi]

I just discovered these guys and this is FIREEE

[@TheStephaniewerner]

Congrats Alexander !! I was hoping you would perform with john one day. Would've loved to see this live.

[@robertahearn]

well that blows my recording out of the water, even from the front! Thanks for the lovely surprise Alexander, you really nailed it on this tour!!

[@lucilevizer3488]

John prouve encore une fois qu'il est fan des années 80🤗Thanks!!!!!

[@2beanburritos]

i grew up on rap learned to love other music like death metal, country, classic rock and everything in between but if anyone asks what my favorite song is i always tell them everybody wants to rule the world by tears for fears

[@BoltLCV]

Genius John Mayer and Alexander Best Dueto

[@zachzinman1990]

Best cover I've ever heard

[@jcguitarrist]

Cool!!! Every guitar in there sounded great!!!

[@CallumHarpurMusic]

I remember when you only had Dirty AF1s released, now you've got another album coming soon?!? I can't wait, know its gonna be epic!!

[@StratsRUs]

One of the most beautiful solos ever.Tears For Fears showed the world what great songs really can do.

[@flightofapaullo72]

One of my all time favorite songs!

[@mojojojo6525]

No

[@dawsonthelin]

Greatest duo ever

[@btsarmy_india]

I have heard it like so many times incredibly talented you all are specially you and your friend it's mind blowing a big fan of yours all the way from India..

[@Paymitch]

This makes me so happy! Next tour: John is gonna be the one opening for you. I love this video so much! ❤❤❤

[@derikmalenda6675]

Incredible; love when John just gets to groove and play

[@aoibheann]

CRAZY!!! so insanely proud of you alexander

[@krishadelapuerta9364]

OH MY GOD THIS IS MY FAVORITE SONG?!?! This the best cover of this song I’ve ever heard!!👏🏽👏🏽💗💗

[@mojojojo6525]

No

[@vincentjohnflorio]

@@mojojojo6525 Hey look, it's a wasteoid spamming negative comments. How original =P Certainly haven't seen that for the last twenty years every day.

[@mojojojo6525]

@@vincentjohnflorio wanna cry?

[@mino64mm]

オリジナルも良い、これも最高。

[@guitarproject3661]

Is Crazy , but Thats right ! ❤😂

[@rachaelmcmillan7737]

i was there - this moment was EUPHORIC.

[@ikben86]

Breakin' out the luminous pink 80's color guitars. Awesome!!

[@andi13285]

I’m so proud of how far you’ve come, but with your talent it was kind of obvious you would ly alexander

[@fer.villano]

its been a month since this has been published, and i think i must have heard it like 100 times. absolute legends, awesome performance!

[@kimberlykairo]

One of my all time fav tunes performed by two amazin' supa stas. JM is so generous and complementary to Alexander 23. A perfect pairing. Luv, luv, luv this delivery ❣❣❣

[@jefffang5691]

I didn't know John Mayer played Jacksons so when I saw that broomstick of a headstock I laughed for a good while lol

[@realtalkswithpaul7775]

Bro my mind was blown that entire time. Im in awe.

[@LExperience-e5q]

The pink jackson super strat goes hard though

[@alzinn8231]

Nzinn73 Great band. Great song, although my personal fave from that album was head over heels. Great playing too.

[@MrG0yb0t]

the sound quality in this recording is top shelf.

[@lenghia9730]

That pink Jackson guitar tone is UNREAL 😮

[@jethrojacinto2798]

It was so awesome to you see you guys and JM in this Sob Rock Tour. Where my UBS Arena people at?!

[@jonsnow3300]

Oh John you're doing it again... What a guy

[@TheClassySpectator]

GOOSEBUMPS MAN!!!

[@jennad1747]

Absolutely in love with this. Sounds simply amazing!!!

[@MrBetolugano]

your guitarist naild it!! congrats dude

[@rubelinrosario3231]

I wanna see and hear your voice live, here in the Philippines 🥺 such a relaxing vibe 🤙

[@mojojojo6525]

Why would he go to the philippines

[@pedrolucero2049]

@@mojojojo6525 coz he wants to rule the world

[@selmapr7253]

two of my all time favorite people. so forever proud of you alexander this is huge

[@kenny9467]

Fantastic！　about forty years before great song by my favorite guitar player and young talented guy．Music surpasses time and generation.

[@wendi.cornett]

I'm so insanely proud and happy for you Alexander! You also sound amazing!🥰

[@donnav7103]

I always liked this song, nice to see it given new life. Love the solo from John!

[@AidenBridges]

Colab of the century

[@agentendive5781]

This is really fucking good

[@Zaven59]

John looked like he didn't want to stop playing at the end.

[@janinaandayagutierrez4025]

I like his voice❤️

[@petersumner348]

Saw this live!! It was awesome af for John to come out and play with you guys. Y’all killed the whole set tho!

[@mus1ckid707]

so good!! alexander just announced his own tour which is awesome !

[@Chu_Strums]

So glad I was recommended this today

[@johnvatistas6569]

Wow. Fantastic!

[@RobertNolan]

This was such a great cover live, I wish I got to see him join you at msg but I'm glad we could all see it here.

[@mus1ckid707]

was so good! alexander just announced his own tour! tix here: a23.lnk.to/AftershockTour

[@willemdefouw3605]

Great song from Tears…. Great play by the band and Mayer.

[@pawlo881012]

Sublime performance of everybody wants to rule the world!

[@oxfordbambooshootify]

Mixing and production on this sounds so amazing

[@alessandralv77]

Had the honor to be there and was absolutely insane! Alexander you rock!

[@mus1ckid707]

was so good! alexander just announced his own tour! tix here: a23.lnk.to/AftershockTour