John Mayer Performs 'Small Worlds' Mac Miller's Tribute -Halloween (MASTERED AUDIO by Tyler August)

John Mayer performs tribute cover of Small Worlds from Mac Miller's most recent release, Swimming.
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Mac Miller, who transitioned on Sept. 7 at age 26, was remembered by many of his family, friends and former collaborators including Action Bronson, Anderson Paak, Chance the Rapper, Dylan Reynolds, Domo Genesis, Earl Sweatshirt, J.I.D, John Mayer, Miguel, Njomza, ScHoolboy Q, SZA, Thundercat, Travis Scott, Ty Dolla $ign and Vince Staples.
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[@thetyleraugust]

Thanks for watching! I'm a huge Mac fan and was so impressed by John Mayer's cover. The sound came through a little thin on the original recording so I wanted to enhance the quality of the audio with a proper mastering job for y'all to enjoy. Feel free to connect with me on Instagram @TheTylerAugust for more music, audio engineering, and artist branding content. Also, if you're a fan of listening to music on vinyl, I highly recommend Mac's NPR Tiny Desk performance on vinyl which you can find here: amzn.to/459tGku Much love!

[@Jammiefoxyroxyberglund]

Thank you Tyler!!!!! Perfect timing for me…. I’m abundantly grateful ❤❤❤

[@thetyleraugust]

@@Jammiefoxyroxyberglund appreciate you 🙏🙏

[@Audreyhillaryart.5]

Glad you did...the cover is easy listening

[@Seattleskate123]

Most people dont realize that John Mayer actually played guitar in Mac's original album version. If you look at the full song credits, he is named.

[@beerdo]

That changes absolutely nothing.

[@taylorrentschler2934]

Just looked this up. Totally makes sense now. Very cool!

[@aussie97531]

very cool! Didnt know that

[@FriendlyAura]

I’m pretty sure he told Mac that he didn’t want to be listed as a feature so as not to take away the attention from Mac

[@jakobsmolinsky4164]

@@beerdo why are you mad? they were just saying this lmao

[@Frankoceanenjoyer777]

It's 2024 and I still miss Mac.

[@adrianchristopher1806]

me too bruh

[@mhyrr999]

same here man. such a pure soul

[@globberish]

I listen to him atleast once a day…me too man

[@Zmargo702]

im still not over it

[@robbellemare3007]

Forever brother

[@danielsanford260]

All this was missing was mac and thunder cat on the shaker

[@raymysterio8048]

Best version npr tiny desk

[@aundregray2153]

@@raymysterio8048 factsss... I listen to the whole thing almost every other day

[@bcooper7618]

@@aundregray2153 yeah i thought id get bored of it but still need my daily mac at npr hit

[@heynieghbor]

:(

[@brettparent7368]

imma cry

[@Jewlions]

His voice/ style really fits this song. He did an awesome job. Mac would have loved this.

[@thetyleraugust]

agreed

[@theoo5657]

as a matter of fact John helped to write that song

[@MrBetolugano]

jonh mayer could read the macdonalds menu and it would still be amazing, god has blessed too much

[@theoo5657]

@@MrBetolugano kkkk concordo

[@LizToTheB]

@@MrBetolugano I loved him on Chappelle's Show back in the day. Anything this guy touches is gold. He runs with a lot of people. I saw him picking him Bob Saget's car at the airport.

[@user-su9fh6ct4d]

He did this song Justice and I know Mac was cheesing up in heaven when this was performed

[@fastballfilms4214]

Garrett Morris A legend like Jon showing you his respect he had for you as a person by playing in honor of your name...I’m sure mac was shedding tears is happiness he had such an influence from a photographer finding his way in this life(me) to legends like Jon fuckin Meyer

[@FREEWILLEMON]

John wrote the guitar part in this song.

[@user-su9fh6ct4d]

@@FREEWILLEMON I knew they were tight but I didn't realize he was directly involved in the album. That's amazing

[@jonharvey6295]

Easymacwiththecheesyraps

[@heynieghbor]

Garrett Morris cheesingcheek to cheek

[@maybeJace]

Circles just dropped, still can’t get over this. Grew up listening to John Mayer as my dad was a fan, I found and loved Mac, this is probably my favorite tribute.

[@imnotwhitebutimwhite]

Hand Me Downs guitars sounded like John Mayer, I loved it so much

[@levi2234]

He is great at tributes. Check his michael jackson tribute

[@GMBethHarmon]

John Mayer produced and played guitar for this track on the actual album... Which is why the original song sounds so John Mayer-ish.

[@burd3984]

whats does your dad think of this

[@ryliling]

As a fan of John Mayer from the beginning, this makes me feel old 😅

[@7acos]

holy shit I got chills when macs adlibs came in😞 couldn't help but think he was gonna come out and start rapping. rest peacefully forever mac. we love you

[@thetyleraugust]

Same... I had a sliver of hope that he’d come out and it was just a joke

[@brockweaver346]

Same

[@barreldreamz7852]

I never liked John Mayer whenever I was young probably because he was a pussy magnet and I just couldn't understand it whenever I was like 10 and 11 years old because that's when he was the most popular. And friends super sexy sister that I was in love with growing up was a few years older than me and she was obsessed with John Mayer and that bum me out to. But now that I'm older this dude is an awesome musician and he did such an incredible job with this song. I've always loved the blues and music with guitar as its focal point anyways but it just took me awhile to get over the butthurt that John Mayer just seduces women LOL. I get it now though cuz he's got stupid amounts of swag

[@Monkey006]

@@barreldreamz7852 Same.

[@travisrowe7697]

John smiled when he heard macs adlib come in

[@dylanmounsey7515]

He did really well on this

[@thetyleraugust]

agreed. Love how they worked in Mac's recording at the end

[@pattygq]

Eric Clapton wasn't wrong.

[@lassepleb3258]

He does perfect in every aspect of life

[@puckingfunk]

Agreed!

[@mikejay3460]

Soul soul and some more soul. Extremely underrated even being so big.

[@laefty666]

Johns singing voice suits this song so well.

[@stukjeappel2000]

John's voice suits with everything.

[@timharper4246]

That fact that someone is singing it in key instead of talking it out of key makes a big difference.

[@vixdy4641]

@@stukjeappel2000it doesn’t

[@correasmarketmariscos5220]

In 2020, you are missed Mac 😢🙏🏼

[@rosaffarbenermoder]

Dj Nava we miss you mac 😢

[@Derryckgrohl]

@@rosaffarbenermoder Dude mac helped me go through so much I don't think I can't do it anymore in this dying wolrd where violence racism and hatred is everywhere...

[@dannywilliams3764]

Cant wait for circles.

[@thecountessofgreycastle7119]

Edgar Nava painfully missed 💔

[@kevinjacome5129]

2021 still going strong

[@jakecrofton2151]

The way he talks about the song before he starts and the way he sings it, truly proves how inspirational and relatable Mac's music really is.

[@mikiscarpeter2350]

mac asked John to put a rifle in this song so mac wrote it with Mayer in mind

[@ryanp9624]

“Now Mac I’m REALLY nervous” Gives me chills

[@RealNathanLehn]

The ending guitar solo with mac singing is fucking beautiful.

[@thetyleraugust]

agreed!

[@concept8407]

Both solos were great to me

[@ogmoose5930]

I usually don’t like when people do different stuff than the album version but that solo is perfection

[@cat_omaha732]

That part in particular brings me to tears every time

[@downfromthereeefters]

Everytime I watch this, I am genuinely enjoying it, and then Mac’s adlibs start playing and tears start welling. I never met Mac, he had no idea I even existed, but he will always have a special place in my heart. I’ll never forget him.

[@thetyleraugust]

I feel the same way

[@brockjones2637]

Trust he knew we all existed. The music is the testament.

[@austinbraas]

❤

[@ChaseN194]

would have loved to see mac and john play this song together. that would have been so legendary

[@GoodChatz]

Fosho.. but they kinda did you know.. you can feel Mac through the music. Peace

[@rikodesinko]

Well, they did in a way. John is the one playing the guitar on the original song by Mac.

[@hughhoney5930]

eyes to the sky never glued to your shoes

[@thetyleraugust]

💯

[@davechristmas7424]

We need a whole John Mayer Mac miller cover album.

[@alexevans997]

Dave Christmas yesss

[@imnotwhitebutimwhite]

I need to hear John Mayer doing Donald Trump

[@alexevans997]

@@imnotwhitebutimwhite holy fck

[@davidlu789]

Guess who recorded the guitar part for this song on the studio album? Its John

[@elliottmangum3583]

@@davidlu789 ;-; mac miller lore xoxo

[@Jambalayaorb]

If you knew nothing about Mac the fact John Mayer thought so highly of him should show anyone how incredible Mac was. Miss you everyday brother. RIP

[@mastermorphine]

How do the fans not cry to that performance??? I can feel the chills running threw my back RIP Malcom 😇

[@barreldreamz7852]

@@coccis1 yeah I got emotional too but I didn't express it in tears. I just farted really loud. The city part is so is that I was in line at in and out waiting to get a burger with my headphones and it didn't realize how loud I farted. It was a little bit embarrassing

[@dinidusamaranayake3266]

@@barreldreamz7852 ..........

[@ramonmijnheer4261]

@@barreldreamz7852 Bro what

[@christopherharrison4281]

It brought 😢 to my face

[@SoloDallasII]

The whole show was a tribute to Mac, including statements from family and stuff I believe, so they probably already had cried in the beginning. And you can only cry for so long before your body is emotionally drained and you just can't anymore.

[@zackmclaren1]

Damn good mastering of the audio good sir

[@thetyleraugust]

thank you, Elkan!

[@rebeccaellsbury73]

Is it just me or is John Mayer a doppelgänger of Johnny Depp? Like he looks like he could be Johnny Depp’s son lol

[@game-eo7pq]

@@rebeccaellsbury73 Johnny Depp and John Mayer are only 15 years apart, you saying john mayer could be his son....lol whatever, i found john mayer looks kinda like Johnny depp after reading this comment, haha

[@danielnapper8905]

@@game-eo7pq I’m not

[@thereallyrealdanniedavies1667]

This will always be something special ❤

[@Calilou52]

Mac practically shaped me, I was 11 when KIDS came out and he was my favorite artist ever since. Im a musician myself because of him, I learned how to make beats myself because of him, I released mixtapes because of him, He was my hero. I wanted to shake his hand one day and thank him so bad. I cant even listen to him without tearing up and being super bummed the rest of the night

[@johnnyraven8178]

Hank Hill I’m sorry but this comment is so funny from hank hill

[@dr.greenthumb2866]

He in heaven still KICKING INCREDIBLE DOPE SHIT 🥺🙏🏽👼🏼

[@Calilou52]

@@dr.greenthumb2866 no doubt, up there with Poppy. Only real mac fans know whats good with that

[@brr4519]

Good News has me shook

[@jackjames7806]

Up to us to carry on his legacy bro, and you know he’s out there saying “you got this, you got this”

[@leaveitorsinkit242]

Proud moment for every John Mayer fan.

[@onlytheclassics35]

Mac was heavily inspired by John, especially in his last album. If mac heard this he’d be in shock 🙏🏽

[@WaxandTartans]

He has 👼🏼

[@JacobC479]

John actually recorded the guitar on the original song

[@cbsixx]

I think its important to show Mayer bringing up the story of Mac being nervous, and John acknowledging how very nervous he truly is, clearly, because he does not want to fail the incredible crowd praising another artists legacy. Mayers done this a million times but has obvious nerves because he knows who hes representing, idk that got to me. RIP Mac

[@JS-rk2hs]

„Keep your eyes to the sky never glued to your shoes“ - I think about this sentence so often. When I look at the sky, I think about Mac. Life is just too short and too precious to not enjoy the time we have on this beautiful earth.

[@scuffed2597]

I used to walk around staring at the ground but now I keep my eyes forward and above. Mac is always my wake-up call.

[@RandomRansom16]

I say it everyday!

[@dan_2846]

If Mac was still with us, you know he'd be vibing the absolute SHIT out of this. Music is a beautiful thing

[@JakelikejakefromSF4936]

John’s performance here actually made me tear up a little. RIP MM

[@kennyholton6103]

For real yo. That was amazing!

[@terrystaines8903]

Ive seen John mayer In london at the 02 and he was incredible. Eric Clapton said he was a guitar master but hes more than that. Hes so much more than a guitar player.

[@crodaas6086]

Mac talked highly of Mayer like he admired him like an older brother. He needed somebody like Mayer in his life to talk to who could understand him and help him through his depression.

[@gastonzumbo9860]

he was getting better though... his issue was the coke addiction and tbh he only died when he did because his dealer gave him basically poisoned stuff

[@MisterNibletMC]

Reading through the comments and I feel like everyone here is a family...you're missed in 2020 Mac RIP🖤

[@mewennbrissonneau2250]

That last solo was a genuine cry from mayer's heart. Man, thank you so much for that it's beautiful. RIP Mac

[@mariaeugeniamartins]

Every once in a while I come here to remind me that life is so fragile. Hopefully, they will put together another show like this to celebrate Mac! Rest easy, Mac. You are missed!

[@rjd824]

Saw this front row and such an emotional show. Everyone honored Mac greatly, but this one definitely hit the feels even more.

[@illoquence_]

They woulda caught me on camera sobbing like a baby lmao

[@anthro96]

Every time I see someone playing live music at a bar I think of this performance and want to ask if they could sing it. Would probly shed a tear hearing it in person. Gone but never forgotten Mac. 🤘🏼

[@danieldiaz3645]

It’s crazy how every time I watch this video I cry, Mac really started a movement that will last forever on. Miss you Mac 🕊

[@FloralHaze]

Hearing another artist do this song as a tribute really puts Macs influence and legacy into perspective

[@Synth63]

Can always come back to this and really appreciate how good Mac Miller's writing and lyrics really are

[@thetyleraugust]

the best

[@wilmawanda9791]

john is the composer of this song

[@Wolf179998]

@@wilmawanda9791 he didn’t write the lyrics

[@wilmawanda9791]

@@Wolf179998 my bad

[@SpudsMac]

I thought I could make it through this without crying.. Hearing Mac at the end changed everything.

[@maestro723]

That outro is just...can't express how I feel about it. Chills.

[@cjsickles1]

I've watched this around 100 times and it never gets old. John Mayer is a legend and Mac Miller is a legend. Beautiful tribute.

[@vstillman1]

Wow that was crazy. Watching this.. as soon as you hit the first note I broke out in tears. You rocked this song.

[@thetyleraugust]

So good 🙌

[@AdriFVA]

When Mac's adlibs came in I just LOST IT

[@puramity]

2:24 all the heads of the band dipping in perfect sync is so satisfying Love and miss you Mac

[@ameliac3337]

i love that :)

[@rr1228]

What you doin here littlefinger

[@puramity]

@@rr1228 listening while crying about having my character wasted

[@brianperticari]

Real talk right here.

[@lilv41]

Ending still gives me chills to this day

[@uroskostovic7987]

Same...

[@lalarobert]

I never knew this existed - You rocked that shit out John. Great job!

[@swordsdance1592]

Im sobbing like a fucking baby rn. John did such a beautiful job. I wish mac could see all the love at this show

[@bhongomdoda3500]

Mac was and forever will be more than a rapper. Thanks for keeping him alive John.

[@nathanyein]

"dont wanna grow old so i smoke just in case" hits different now.

[@thetyleraugust]

💯

[@mista8084]

I can't believe it's almost been 5 years already since Mac died. Literally feels like it happened a year ago.

[@spencerzick]

I can’t believe I just found this…

[@juanjose6057]

Welcome home...

[@Redlandian]

You’re late to the celebration

[@Tom-xy9gb]

Bro my eyes start leaking when I remember that he’s not with us no more... and when macs voice came up that really got me.🥺😭

[@SpaceCadetLaC]

Somthing about Macs spirit man I still dont understand the feeling I got when we lost him. Rest In Peace Most Dope.

[@whoeeezit]

Still keep coming back to this after 5 yrs

[@cjsmith8319]

It’s such a privilege and blessing to be able to watch my biggest influence cover another of my biggest influences. Mac gave nothing but love.

[@parkerrabon4458]

2021 this just brought tears to my eyes. we still miss you mac

[@nicholauskagile4450]

RIP Mac Miller and Thanks John for that wonderful tribute performance

[@stevecollier4844]

Damn, I just saw this for first time. That why this dude is one of the best. His guitar adaptation was on point. You can sense the respect in his performance. Nothing but love and admiration.

[@Krimpsonguy]

I can’t believe it’s been a year since he passed, he’s done so much for my understanding of music. Thank you Mac Miller, and thank you John Mayer

[@BuFFAlBills]

Growing up in a blues , jazz, classic rock family .., some of macs albums and John hit home … this is like the Super Bowl

[@naderfaez5884]

I don’t think my heart will completely get over this loss. Miss you Mac

[@thetyleraugust]

Same here 🙏

[@HakiZoro-]

John Mayer always gets my love but this is the biggest respect to him.

[@ImPaCTSnYpEr]

WHY AM I just now seeing this.....

[@Jammiefoxyroxyberglund]

Thanks John…. Great tribute to one of the best….. you did well… big shoes he had… you filled them as best you could…. Thanks again!!!!

[@sergio_anatoli]

Damn...this hits right in the feels. At my 30´s I realize that whenever I feel like crying, because of a song or something, I feel true happiness...viva la vida

[@notoriousufc3695]

Just realized that i'm through the stages of wishing he was here to appreciating everything he did while he was alive 💯 thank you Malcolm for letting us get to know you so well

[@TastyTastem]

God I cry every time I watch this just so beautiful. I wish I could find more Mac covers

[@ryanpetrunia4442]

john mayer what a guy man

[@Mesotheliomasettlements]

I was in the crowd for this and it was fucking beautiful my god I miss Mac and I love John !

[@christopherharrison4281]

Wow really

[@Mesotheliomasettlements]

@@christopherharrison4281 omg I’m two years late but yes it was magical the vibes were incredible

[@brettmurray782]

I just got chills fr

[@debbiegreen7051]

I saw this on my IG feed and I love him singing it . He did it beautifully 🔥😎

[@thetyleraugust]

he seriously nailed it

[@JonCapuchino]

just now discovering this, miss you so much mac

[@jbobdavis1984]

Every pic I see of Mac from this time is haunting... one frame in a specific time can make man tremble regardless of the circumstance.

[@bootsandcats8529]

Justin Davis did you see the picture of him eating sushi there bro my heart skipped a beat bro he looked so happy in time

[@jbobdavis1984]

Yea. It’s a shame. I’ve always been a fan of Mac. I really related to his last album and bought it. Then it was over. What a shame. RIP Mac.

[@larryfisherman4199]

@@bootsandcats8529 if you're talking about the pic of him with sushi in front of the swimming album cover, i dont think "happy" is the right word.

[@Kingx90]

I was fortunate enough to see him in a small town Oneonta NY in 2012. Talented performer.

[@mr.bottomtops5908]

Beautiful! "Now I'm nervous"

[@Pyroguy92]

Every time I watch this I'm starting to tear up....and then when they play Mac's adlibs, the flood gates open. Such a beautiful performance

[@Burnstation3D]

the whine of that guitar at the end man, got me tearing up a bit....John is on my all time list for guitar masters, that list includes jimmy

[@agenttonybanks9136]

The last part of the song really hit home. We miss you Mac.

[@markbalogh9655]

man he did a good job on this song what a great tribute

[@Richard-hx6mi]

Though I come from a hip-hop, soul, and r&b background, I have mad respect for JM! Throughout all of these years he comes up with these collections of sounds and riffs that's unique to him and I enjoy them. Even a song like "your body is a wonderland" yes it's poppy or what-not, but go back and listen to the lyrics if anything. And I won't bother talking about what Continuum done to me! Anyhow, I'll stop babbling. Great Cover JM!

[@FREEWILLEMON]

John Mayer wrote the guitar part for this song

[@MrSurfinSmurf]

Dude JM is an amazing blues guitarist and all that pop and and b is variation of that in some way shape or form . Just listen to JM play with Dead And Company is a spectacle in itself dude .

[@Mayonnaise69]

I never hear folks covering mac. All the shut he made is so good. People could do so much. Good shut by Mr Mayer

[@RollyDay5]

I like how he dresses, super casual, like popping out for milk - then performs something timeless.

[@thetyleraugust]

agreed

[@thereallyrealdanniedavies1667]

Whenever I’m feeling down I listen to John singing this song!

[@Jorgethymaster]

Goosebumps to know Mac was loved this much. Rest in peace Mac! Favorite artist since I was 15 ..29 now

[@coolness-vt4mu]

beautiful and extremely noble cover, but damn the ending:(. hits home. we love you Mac.

[@LiminalMan777]

This brought full on tears

[@brockweaver346]

Having Mac on the adlibs/unders whatever ya wanna call em gave me chills

[@skylerwaters9961]

Mac influenced so many people

[@thetyleraugust]

sure did

[@sunnydays7282]

John, you're so cool! Mac deserves a shout-out, love you both

[@edgardaniels1402]

God bless John for this tribute!!

[@Rdallday]

Emotions everywhere..... one love. Mac Miller Rip.

[@Wheresmy240]

Gone too soon. Rip to one of the realest in the industry.

[@SmileOnCrack]

Omg I wish they could have performed this Live together😭

[@abderrahimkoch9293]

How JM makes this song his own is amazing. Not just a brilliant guitar player but also a great vocalist.

[@travisbentley1722]

How could anyone dislike this?!?!?

[@colecopeland4410]

4:30-5:25 - I lose it every time.

[@mr.driscott3761]

" 9 times out of 10 i get it wrong that's why i wrote this song, told myself to hold on, i can feel my fingers slippin' in a motherfuckin' instant, i'll be gone..." this part always like a punch to the gut, always giving me goosebumps.

[@kanyescousin4359]

Mac is smiling in heaven everytime someone play this💛

[@RobsSZA]

when i listened to mac’s voice my heart just broke

[@darianlove4974]

this always gets me when I watch this...

[@thetyleraugust]

John nailed it

[@dronaaashish424]

Why do I feel this comment section is my family fr

[@Ausbrahdave]

Celebrity deaths never really get to me but still sad af over him.

[@thetyleraugust]

Same

[@SpaceCadetLaC]

I think it is.

[@robertbeck8683]

Buncha fake profile people running around in here. Y'all be careful in 2020.😉😬

[@kadiahall11]

The world is so small til it ain’t