"Gravity" by John Mayer

[@OlaEnglund]

Not sure how I ended up here, but it sounds amazing!

[@ibarraII]

Damn!! You are one of my inspiration sir ola! 💚 love your solar guitars and dimebag stuff!!! thank you!

[@gustavodeyermoyparres4615]

Ola, Ola. Dude, support Ivan, why don't you sponsor him? . This great artist should belong to SOLAR. I wish you help him and help us all keep listening to his music. Hugs from Mexico

[@chaoticlove7988]

hahahaha

[@mohitrahaman]

**slaps stuff**

[@Allguitarinfo]

Right on dude..

[@craigballington2214]

I tell ya, so many amazing guitarists will study their whole life and still never learn feel like this.

[@michaelriley7064]

SO RIGHT..this guy was blessed with insane talent most will never come close too...an hes got a plethora of songs hes mastered....

[@Trickdogg7]

Refreshing to hear someone who is sensitive enough to understand proper dynamics and can truly speak through the instrument. Beautiful playing.

[@danbutts1003]

Beautifully done

[@zacharyferrell7699]

I bet you don’t go on every video like this saying the same shit… 🤦

[@danbutts1003]

@@zacharyferrell7699 who are you talking to?

[@kayokk-]

Well said 👍🏼

[@artistaloca4]

Excellent comment!! Spaces are written on sheet music for good reason; they are just as important as the notes.

[@GazZelle-hb5dd]

I have never commented on youtube before,I am going to break a habit of a lifetime to say you play so beautifully.

[@BengalCatChilli]

the best reason for a first post. Hope you make more :D

[@KaiCross]

Lovely comment my friend

[@lewisgilliland60]

Made the right choice.

[@Chaos1976]

Yes, this man deserves the recognition. He plays beautiful music. Personally I need to slow down on the commenting on every damn post I see lol. But you find great people and can end up having incredible discussions on here. I can’t find my people in very many places so I come to the internet.

[@HanzGruber1982]

You chose wisely. This guy is incredible.

[@ibarraII]

I can't reply to everyone, but I'm trying my best! I'm glad to know that y'all enjoying my short arrangement! Thank you for those kind of words it's keeping me motivated And inspired ,thank you for all of your support! Have a good one to y'all! 💚 Ps: I'm a dude btw 😅

[@ericloudermilk5690]

Massive talent!!! I’d love to hear some of your original music! Your playing is magnificent! Some people have it, some people don’t… Brother, YOU HAVE IT!

[@ibarraII]

@@ericloudermilk5690 thank you sir! 💚

[@vectar]

Nice playing my man! Sounds amazing! 🤩

[@mothroyale9076]

I thought you were a dude . More importantly very nicely played. Good motivation for me to do some more triad practice. Thanks.

[@ibarraII]

@@mothroyale9076 I'm a dude sir. Thanks btw! 💚

[@bluegryp]

Watching this reminds me how mediocre I am at guitar. It’s not that hard to play a song like this, but it takes real talent to make it sound the way he makes it sound. So much feel and touch in his playing.

[@MariitoBorges]

cierto hermano, esto es espectacular

[@Flqmmable]

its a dude bro

[@bluegryp]

@@Flqmmable If that’s the case then I sincerely apologize to him. I meant no disrespect whatsoever.

[@v3n2roma3]

Strats just have that sound my fav strat guy will always be Stevie Ray Vaughan

[@KevinRichardson444]

@@bluegryp of course you didn't.. I thought the same initially.

[@DavidJaros-gt7js]

I hope John himself sees this bro, you deserve it.

[@maryellenhussey7574]

I feel like I’m experiencing a spiritual moment while listening to this alchemist 🙏

[@immortalnow]

Exactly, so perfectly said.

[@lamontprospect9974]

Ibarra II plays in the moment. When he plays there is no past, no future just the present. I've never seen anyone more at one with the guitar than him. If there were more people like him on this planet, it would be an amazing world.

[@gking407]

Life only happens in the preset moment, and those who help us remember that are true angels

[@lamontprospect9974]

@@gking407 Amen to that brother. 🙏🕊️❤️

[@lamontprospect9974]

@@gking407 Very well said. 🕊️

[@FrgvDntFrgt8060]

Timeless

[@nUmBskulLL]

There are people like this. Many of them. You find them outside

[@kristenrowe5489]

We all need this in our lives right now.

[@mcspankie2010]

we do❤

[@Bob-gn8ph]

❤John 3,16 ❤

[@paulbannon2968]

I've been a guitarist for 36yrs. That was beautifully played. Kudos 👏

[@DS-zo8xs]

The tone and "softness" is incredible

[@freeman1810]

When technical proficiency and artistry collide. Just beautiful.

[@komikfaktap8898]

no backing track, just the sound of the guitar, wholesome awesome.

[@therealawakener7]

Real deep musicality comes from suffering for your art. You can tell this human is being, and feeling every note, while they're dancing in their own head. Pure magic happens when a soul touches souls. BRAVO!

[@MrScholle1989]

Exactly that what I thought

[@laughs333]

I'm an American guitarist of 50 yrs... this guys a master..... kudos maisto!,,,!,,!

[@PRLOutdoors]

It ain't easy getting this amount of feel into your music, especially a cover. As a musician for over 25 years, hats off to you sir.

[@PRLOutdoors]

@@daMoonSon yes, don't be rude.

[@daMoonSon]

@@PRLOutdoors for me looks like female

[@PRLOutdoors]

@@SlickArmor I'm 100% sure, HE has stated HE'S a male in previous posts. Tf is wrong with you people?

[@PRLOutdoors]

@@SlickArmor it's ok to be wrong. Take the L

[@lIlIlIlIlIIIlIllIIllIII]

@@SlickArmor hey Slick Armor I think you're taking the L

[@_joapa]

As a musician and a fan of John Mayer, I think the algorithm absolutely nailed this one. This cover is insane!

[@SCP-KOR]

Something bad happened at work today. I've been depressed all day, but your performance is so beautiful that I feel better. Thank you.

[@ibarraII]

Thank you 😃 I'm glad that my music helped you! 💚

[@Natashahoneypot]

that has happened to me too.

[@CrosbyStill]

Take it easy bro. Tell yourself its just a job. Dont let job own your life, your meaning of life...i have been working 40 plus yrs n trust me, jobs are nothing. Love it but dont get married to it.

[@tonymontuna92]

same here!

[@megd9849]

The beauty of this video never gets old. The guitar is SUCH a difficult instrument to learn and often feels like an uphill battle, but hearing something like this makes me want to keep on trying, and find the joy in the process, not just the outcome.

[@RememberILoveYouInfinity]

I'm an old guy, almost 60. A listener for all 60, and a guitarist 40. And this is easily one of the most beautiful things I've ever heard. You have an incredible gift and I hope you spend your life sharing it. ❤

[@영어스앵님]

This faaatassss b1atchh can play

[@roadboat9216]

Dude, I have great news for you. You are not an OLD guy. You could be my son and I’m still rockin! Drums, flute, vocals. No, not old. Good news!

[@tommyp4311]

60..? old? yeah, i wonder what you think of people 25 years older than you when they're 85... those guys look back at their 60's and say they were so young bro.

[@roadboat9216]

@@tommyp4311 exactly

[@williamchiusano3185]

i couldnt agree anymore i got 40 years ads well

[@metallica3604]

What a tone! The reverb, her touch and subtle articulation is just perfect

[@paulglodo352]

His bro

[@metallica3604]

@@paulglodo352 Is it? My bad

[@michaleslusher9210]

Greetings I’m a 45 yr old musician myself play Bass, Guitar ,Drums & some piano, I’ve played with many top notch musicians throughout my years(I say this in no way patting my back) just want you to know from one guitar player to another, your song your approach to it, & your touch & feel through out this tune gripped me! I mean big tears as I vibed along with every chord every note! BEAUTIFUL JUST 💯% BEAUTIFUL! There is a gift inside your musical Soul my friend! Grab ahold take the ride & NEVER LET IT GO! MUSIC CAN HEAL!!!🙏👍😊🎸🎼

[@ibarraII]

Indeed! Thank you for those kind of words! 💚

[@jeffdamon1098]

May I please add comment Albert King made to SRV.."alot of players can play fast......you have soul..." this type of comment applies to you. I'm SO glad you shared what you play. Please continue.

[@ibarraII]

@@jeffdamon1098 thank you sir for those kind of words 💚

[@bigmoinaz6363]

🎯🎯🎯

[@cycologist71]

Very nice and chill.

[@akasgsvirgil9503]

There's a beautiful soul behind that music.

[@lemmythelion6146]

Wow. When I was in music school my vocal teacher said that the simpler the song the more you need to feel every note and rhythm. Therein is the complexity. This has more feel than 90% of the widely widdley stuff on KZbin. Spectacular

[@Big_Human]

My band director would say the same thing Thanks for the reminder!

[@charlespancamo9771]

I would second this and I don't even like John Mayer.

[@S-T-E-V-E]

There's two types of Musician and Listener, the ones that enjoy a technical performance like Yngwie Malmsteen and those who enjoy the emotions that can be provoked by simple melodies like John Frusciante or the Sex Pistols! I prefer to Play and Listen by emotion!

[@riteshkumarmallick8262]

By far one of the most beautiful covers of this song.

[@julian3654]

Wow, fantastic

[@foogentog]

It’s so cool when people are THIS connected to their instrument! Magic!

[@AudioFanMan]

How has this not blown up ?? Literally tears of beauty in my eyes.. experiencing this is a gift.. thank you!

[@aaronbedell3753]

have had a super crap day, randomly found myself here after sitting down after work. . . after watching twice. Thank You for sharing. really

[@dr.davidmiller6682]

Depth, texture, dynamics, dude, you’re an artist deep in your soul. I’m truly touched!

[@Jetsetfastfood]

How do the glasses stay on?

[@fatsidekick]

@@Jetsetfastfood that’s what you took from this video? Seek mental help my dude

[@ozguranilsekban5770]

@@Jetsetfastfood dude Thats a thing I wanna know as well but its not the place for it alr

[@theJackaldeal]

This by far is the best cover of any song on here . Just unbelievably perfect

[@immortalnow]

I listen to this, beautifully, and realize I am nothing but the music being played.

[@sennabullet]

Has someone notified John Mayer of this beautiful rendition?!????? I got goosebumps and chills from this performance. Truly ethereal. Thank you for your artistry and sharing.

[@joyschlomer6866]

I just listened to John Mayer rendition got bored, this far more interesting to me

[@artistaloca4]

Um, how about you inform him?

[@ulisescortaza3143]

My vocabulary aint wide enough to describe how impressive this cover was. My lord, this was fire and beautiful at the same time

[@gearsdan]

listening to this on a rainy california afternoon. music to my ears

[@PowertipBrushhead]

The rain has been nice here

[@zappa66]

You fill up the space between the notes with pure soul and love

[@funkysouldancer1]

Wow, a star is born.

[@steggy-music]

I was not prepared for how captivating this performance is. The tone and feel you play with is done with such mastery. The sound of the guitar is captivating. There is never a bad note or sloppy accent. I watch a lot of covers on youtube and this one just grabbed me. Absolutely marvelous!

[@goldiemusic8394]

I am a simple man, I see a Fender and I hear something like this, I just subscribe ! WOW !

[@bubblegum12449]

I'm going through a tough time right now, but somehow, this is uplifting. I don't know this song but your playing is moving me to tears. Thank you so much. You have a God-given talent to heal people with music. Please keep playing, and God bless you.

[@TJJJJJJJJJJJ]

When your comments are filled with people (who claim they have been playing for decades I might add) commenting that they are blown away ! You must be doing something alright! Please keep putting music out , you are truly gifted

[@whatamachine89]

I have been transported to another dimension

[@JMurdochNZ]

Tone as clear as crystal, playing smooth as silk. 10/10 would chill out to again.

[@bluediamondbill]

Sometimes you just get lucky clicking on a post by an unknown (at least to me) creator. And then sometimes you are rewarded beyond your wildest expectations. Your style on this piece reminds me of Tuck Andress, but honestly, I don’t think I have ever heard such emotion poured out from a guitar. That is something that can’t really be learned. It’s a natural born gift, don’t let it ever go to waste. And thank you.

[@joyschlomer6866]

And thank you for your great comment from another listener.

[@ocmanga5685]

haha, your right. yesterday I watched alip_ba_ta guitar fingers style video. And youtube recomend this channel today.

[@theguitarmandrew]

This performance came from the soul and went to our hearts. Absolutely beautiful

[@bigmemer7096]

i had to give this a second listen to really appreciate it

[@tamra8485]

This calmed me so completely.

[@thesabysingh]

This might just be one of best covers of Gravity on the internet. Such uncompromised feels, make me wanna cry. Love from India. ❤️❤️❤️

[@AG416]

this is exceptional. PUT THIS ON SPOTIFY PLEASE!!!

[@timmybobjameson]

going down a rabbit hole of random guitar covers on youtube to help get my mood right. very fortunate to have come across this one. thank you for sharing.

[@alldayboogie]

Sounds like love to me. Happy 2023 & beyond everyone.

[@warrenstrachan9765]

As a huge JCM fan I hope he hears your cover, you've tapped into the soul of this great song. This is proof his music will transcend generations.

[@hungryta1]

Good lord, this is the best version I’ve heard of this song!!

[@pathologicaldoubt]

Look, there are a lot of great guitar players out there but it’s only a very special few that can - simply by their playing - reach down into the depths of your soul, rip out your heart that you didn’t even realize was broken, dust it off, and delicately place it back right where it’s supposed to be. That’s rare. Great job man

[@artistaloca4]

@@SlickArmor hey girl, if it's that important to you, why don't you ask him to go on a date with you?

[@dianaicnaiad]

damn

[@illthought-real]

Opened KZbin up to search something, clicked on this instead and now I can't remember what I wanted to search for... BEAUTIFUL

[@bradford4570]

I was never into John Mayer but this might change my mind, I feel that soul, it's so calming and I'm more relaxed than I have been on a long long time

[@d24isDURIAN]

Watch his live performance of Gravity at the nokia stadium 'where the light is'.

[@zepolant]

I’ve been playing guitar for over 30 years and I don’t think I’ve ever been moved by such pure elegance and grace after watching and hearing you. Absolutely mesmerizing.

[@joshedge73]

Maybe you should watch the original composer too 😛

[@deborahwilkerson8103]

You are my new BFF! I was having a terrible day and had a million things to do and all I wanted was to go into hiding. But then, like a true friend, you played guitar in my house and I was inspired to get stuff done. Thank you!!!!!!!

[@siamesevrsbalinese4103]

Friday night treat. Thank you Algorithms

[@JSMStudios1]

I think this is the first time I ever teared up listening to an instrumental cover

[@raelene101]

Me too. Just heavenly ♥️

[@C4rn4ge-th3wis3]

Your tone proves why strats are the best!

[@heavyjoechipman3594]

I've been playing for over 40 years and you just blew my mind. You are a true talent. You literally feel the music. I can feel your emotional expression through your playing. Thats true musicianship. I'd jam in a band with you ANY DAY of the week. So happy and blessed to hear your picking. God bless you young brother and that beautiful strat you got there.❤❤❤❤🙏☺👍

[@lisaburch7077]

Fantastic! I perform this one myself. But I sing it and play the harmonica.... 💪💪💪💪🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@nicholasl.229]

this made me cry. Thank you for this video. 🙂

[@neptuned4746]

I just sat here with my 68 year old Dad, and we just watched in amazement with chill bumps all over my arms. At 34 I didn't think I was capable of really feeling anything like that anymore but I was so wrong. You are fucking amazing!! And the fact you don't play with a pick just has my

[@zenmaizamurai3310]

魂を感じます。美しい音色。

[@jtfong220]

Jeeeezus! The guitar told the story!

[@blave549]

I've been playing guitar for probably 4x the years that you have been alive. And yet I still cannot impart the emotion that you did here, to this day. Kudos and well done. Keep it up. I wish I could do that!

[@JasonWelchMusic]

The feeling. The velvet tone. The emotion. More please 🙏🏻

[@SophieLloyd]

This is incredible 🔥

[@irena-z2g]

You are awesome. You can project any mood. Thank you for your calming, loving, inspirational and sensational music, Ibarra II! God bless you and your family!

[@johaneschen5714]

first 3 seconds you got me, dont know what you do, your subtle nuances is just right on

[@BAU5one]

I absolutely loved this version! I had to pick up my guitar after watching this.

[@OzzFreakGames]

i watch 100's of covers and they are all the same, they hit all the notes but ZERo feeling for the song.. this i know you feel it.. fantastic loved it.

[@KatherynInc.]

Your music is so soothing. I like your interpretations. You could make an album and market your music to restaurants and bars all over the country and world.

[@robbiewilson214]

Every note felt like it was played with intention and full of emotion. I’ve been going through a lot and this helped me get a much needed cry out. Thank you ❤

[@aanry3299]

There's a lot of guitar covers for Gravity out there but you still managed to sound so unique and graceful. Love that your playing style is so clean, simple and sweet.

[@mroberts5978]

I… can’t even describe how beautiful this is. I felt your soul through the phone, I feel gods spirit through your music… it felt like… sounds strange but like, the moment you were at in the song, it just synced up with my heart and I felt this warm sensation and it just felt like the music and all the meaning and feeling and emotion literally poured into my blood into my heart with this loving warmness and I felt all your emotion behind the song. Just… amazing. You’re amazing. And I love you man

[@jackanderson9644]

me too

[@Snuffkkin]

Making that guitar sing beautifully. Absolute legend you are!

[@CypiXmusic]

You're a musical gift to the world. Thanks for sharing your talent

[@davidmiller4594]

Another awsome performance 👏

[@crieverytim]

I just welcomed my 1st born into the world and I'm quitting smoking this was such a sweet send off while I smoke my last finger I've been. Thank you. Impeccable touch

[@mcspankie2010]

hope ur still off the cigs and enjoying that baby

[@howlinwolf9448]

I like how they add their own feeling and vibe. Absolutely beautiful

[@Chris-bz6wl]

I’ve e been in the music industry as a performer for over 50 years and throughly enjoyed this, proficiency and feeling combined. Kudos!

[@DonChillum]

I closed my eyes dry and opened them all filled with tears. That's all the words I can come up with. That was magical.

[@morenolucrecia7812]

Acompáñame a dormir después de un largo día de trabajo. Excelente músico

[@johncuellar117]

Beautiful 😊

[@MeowFoWowz]

I’ve been playing guitar for 9 years now (wow feels weird to say that) started when I was 15 and I don’t think ive ever been teared up by anyones playing before. Surreal and beautiful thank you

[@sandro_the_guy]

I’ve had a rough day today, your performance makes me feel a lot better now. Thank you for your beautiful playing.

[@SH-dl4jk]

genius of feel

[@Shad0wC0mpany2]

How does this not have 15M views?! Wonderful talent. Best cover!

[@hatlenkha]

john have to hear this masterpiece

[@crieverytim]

Eventually!!

[@voteZDLR]

Extremely hard to play with a clean channel, no distortion. It's basically perfect. Extremely well done.

[@dulatseidula5864]

Я хочу слушать ЭТО еще, еще, еще и еще! Я просто не могу перестать слушать.

[@IDmanjudah5442]

так и есть!

[@sandropehmusic]

The feeling....damn you nailed it....

[@SteveCutlerLive]

AMAZINGLY tasty !! Tone to die for and playing is simply beautiful.

[@SteveCutlerLive]

We do a open mic show every Saturday at 930pm est. On my youtube channel , our little community would love if you would please come on and play for us. No pressure, but love your stuff.

[@zachfinemusic]

Wow! Incredible

[@ciroflores8298]

Pure gold and soulful playing. This is worth every second and tone you played.

[@tntcoding3958]

I will buy this tab in a heartbeat.

[@SecksyMan]

so beautiful. I love how you let every note ring out and you give the song so much time to breath. You really added another level of depth to the song.