In the Blood
John Mayer
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How much of my mother has my mother left in me? How much of my love will be insane to some degree? And what about this feeling that I'm never good enough? Will it wash out in the water, or is it always in the blood? How much of my father am I destined to become? Will I dim the lights inside me just to satisfy someone? Will I let this woman kill me, or do away with jealous love? Will it wash out in the water, or is it always in the blood? I can feel love the I want, I can feel the love I need But it's never gonna come the way I am Could I change it if I wanted, can I rise above the flood? Will it wash out in the water, or is it always in the blood? How much like my brothers, do my brothers wanna be? Does a broken home become another broken family? Or will we be there for each other, like nobody ever could? Will it wash out in the water, or is it always in the blood? I can feel love the I want, I can feel the love I need But it's never gonna come the way I am Could I change it if I wanted, could I rise above the flood? Will it wash out in the water, or is it always in the blood? I can feel the love I want, I can feel the love I need But it's never gonna come the way I am Could I change it if I wanted, can I rise above the flood? Will it wash out in the water, or is it always in the blood?
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27 facts about this song
Music Genre"In the Blood" is a song from the genre of contemporary blues, blues rock, pop, and folk rock.
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AlbumThis song is a part of John Mayer's denim blues album titled "The Search for Everything." It is the tenth track on the album.
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Release DateReleased on April 14, 2017, the song is considered one of the standout tracks on the album according to many music critics.
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Songwriting and Production"In the Blood" was written and produced by John Mayer himself.
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Artist CollaborationThe song features amazing backup vocals from Sheryl Crow, though she's not officially credited on the album.
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Song InspirationIt is inspired by Mayer's reflections on his family dynamics, upbringing, and the impact they've had on his own life and personality.
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LyricsThe song's lyrics raise questions of biological determination versus personal identity and whether we are destined to repeat the patterns of our parents.
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Billboard RankThe song peaked at number nine on Billboard's "Bubbling Under Hot 100" chart.
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Public ReceptionMany fans and critics hailed "In the Blood" as one of Mayer's most poignant, introspective songs that showcase his growth as a songwriter.
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TV DebutJohn Mayer performed "In the Blood" on the television show “The Search” for the first time in May 2017.
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Song PopularityWith its deeply personal lyrics and bluesy melody, it has remained a favorite among John Mayer's fans.
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Recording LocationThe recording of the song took place at Capitol Studios in Hollywood, California.
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Grammy ConsiderationWhile it didn’t win, “In the Blood“ was submitted for consideration for the Record of the Year and Song of the Year at the 2017 Grammy Awards.
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Music VideoThere isn't an official music video for "In the Blood," but there are numerous live performance videos available.
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Acoustic VersionsJohn Mayer has also performed acoustic versions of the song during several concerts, showcasing his versatility as an artist.
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Release Date"In the Blood" was released on April 14, 2017. It was one of the songs on John Mayer's seventh studio album, "The Search for Everything."
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Song ArtistThe artist behind "In the Blood" is John Mayer, an American singer-songwriter. He is renowned for his skillful guitar play and introspective lyrics.
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Song's ContentThe song asks deep questions about nature versus nurture, referring to how much of one's character and personality is inherited from parents (in the blood), and how much is shaped by external factors.
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Songwriting InspirationMany speculate that "In the Blood" was largely inspired by John's own relationship with his parents and his journey of self-examination.
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Music StyleJohn Mayer combines pop, folk, blues, and rock in "In the Blood." The song showcases his storytelling abilities and his gift for creating emotive, heartfelt songs.
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Critical AcclaimThe song was well-received by critics, many of whom praised John Mayer's raw emotional honesty and the poignant questions asked in the song.
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Music VideoUnlike many of Mayer's songs, "In the Blood" does not have an official music video. However, an official audio was released on Mayer's YouTube channel.
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Artist's ReflectionJohn Mayer has spoken about the song publically, stating that it was important for him to write as it allowed for personal reflection on his family dynamics.
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Radio Play"In the Blood" received substantial radio play, especially on Adult Top 40 and Hot AC Radio stations.
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Special PerformancesMayer performed "In the Blood" live on TV shows such as 'The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.'
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Cover VersionsZac Brown Band did a cover of "In the Blood" that became relatively popular, demonstrating how much the song resonates with various artists.
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Notable CollaborationsSheryl Crow provides background vocals for "In the Blood." She has had a long-standing musical friendship and collaboration with Mayer.
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