Your Body is a Wonderland

John Mayer

About Your Body is a Wonderland

"Your Body Is a Wonderland" is a song written and recorded by American singer-songwriter John Mayer. It was released in October 2002 as the second single from his debut studio album, Room for Squares (2001). Its commercial success was greater than Mayer's prior single, "No Such Thing."


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We got the afternoon
You got this room for two
One thing I've left to do
Discover me
Discovering you

One mile to every inch of
Your skin like porcelain
One pair of candy lips and
Your bubblegum tongue

And if you want love
We'll make it
Swim in a deep sea
Of blankets
Take all your big plans
And break 'em
This is bound to be a while

Your body is a wonderland
Your body is a wonder (I'll use my hands)
Your body Is a wonderland

Something 'bout the way your hair falls in your face
I love the shape you take when crawling towards the pillowcase
You tell me where to go and
Though I might leave to find it
I'll never let your head hit the bed
Without my hand behind it

You want love?
We'll make it
Swim in a deep sea
Of blankets
Take all your big plans
And break 'em
This is bound to be a while

Your body is a wonderland
Your body is a wonder (I'll use my hands)
Your body Is a wonderland

Damn, baby
You frustrate me
I know you're mine all mine all mine
But you look so good it hurts sometimes

Your body is a wonderland
Your body is a wonder (I'll use my hands)
Your body Is a wonderland

Your body is a wonderland

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John Mayer

John Clayton Mayer ( /ˈmeɪ.ər/ MAY-ər; born October 16, 1977) is an American pop and blues rock musician, singer-songwriter, recording artist, and music producer. Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and raised in Fairfield, he attended Berklee College of Music in Boston. He moved to Atlanta in 1997, where he refined his skills and gained a following, and he now lives in New York City. His first two studio albums, Room for Squares and Heavier Things, did well commercially, achieving multi-platinum status. In 2003, he won a Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance for "Your Body Is a Wonderland." more »

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15 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Your Body Is a Wonderland" was written when John Mayer was 21. He originally titled it "Strawberry Wonderland."
Debut Album
The song was first included in John Mayer's debut studio album, "Room for Squares," which was released in 2001.
Commercial Success
The song peaked at #18 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it one of Mayer's biggest hits.
Grammy Win
"Your Body Is a Wonderland" won Mayer his first-ever Grammy for "Best Male Pop Vocal Performance" in 2003.
Song Inspiration
Mayer has admitted that he wrote the song about an ex-girlfriend, Jennifer Love Hewitt, though she has declined to confirm this.
Platinum Status
In 2005, the song was certified platinum in the United States, which means it has sold over one million copies.
Misconstrued Lyrics
There's a common misunderstanding about the lyrics, "Swim in a deep sea of blankets." Some listeners thought Mayer was saying "Swim in a deep sea of bacon."
Song Composition
The song is noted for its signature guitar riff that carries through the entire song, highlighting Mayer's guitar-playing skills.
Live Performances
Despite its popularity, Mayer admitted he was less enthusiastic about performing the song live due to the lyrics which he believes he could have written better.
In Popular Media
The song has been featured in various popular media, including episodes of TV shows like "The Office" and "Family Guy."
Cultural Impact
With its intimate lyrics, "Your Body Is a Wonderland" is often included in romantic and Valentine's Day-themed playlists.
Music Video
The music video was directed by Jim Gable and features John Mayer playing his song surrounded by multiple color-changing backgrounds.
Cover versions
Many musicians have covered "Your Body Is a Wonderland," further solidifying its popularity. These artists include Michael Bublé, Victor Kim, and Boyce Avenue.
Songwriting Praise
Despite Mayer’s own mixed feelings toward the song, it has been praised by the likes of Elton John for its clever songwriting.
Parody Versions
Due to its wide recognition, the song has also been parodied by several comedy shows, including "Saturday Night Live."

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