Who Did You Think I Was

John Mayer

About Who Did You Think I Was

"Who Did You Think I Was" is the debut single by blues-rock group John Mayer Trio from their first album, Try!. As it is from a live album, the single itself is a live recording. Speculation that Mayer was moving away from his known field of sensitive acoustic pop rock into blues was confirmed by the release of this single, being that it's a moderately heavy blues-rock song. Furthermore, the line from the first verse, "Got a brand new blues that I can't explain", indicates Mayer exploring blues unlike before. The song also appeared as the B-side on the Trio's subsequent EP, "Live @ Yahoo! Music", after the track, "Out of My Mind", a heavily blues-influenced song written by Mayer which also appears on Try!. The B-side to "Who Did You Think I Was" is "Come When I Call", which did not appear on the album Try!, but was frequently played throughout the trio live performances, like the song, "I Don't Need No Doctor". 


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I got half a smile and zero shame
I got a reflection with a different name
Got a brand new blues I can't explain
Who did you think I was

Every mornin' when the day begins
I make up my mind but change it back again
I'm a shifter of the shape I'm in
Who did you think I was

You got my number but I always knew the score
Who did you think I was

Am I the one who plays the quiet songs
Is He the one who turns the ladies on
Will I keep shinin' til my light is gone
Who did you think I was

You got my number but I always knew the score
Who did you think I was

Here is a line that you won't understand
I'm half of the boy but twice the man
Carry the weight of the world in the palm of my hand
Who did you think I was

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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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Written by: JOHN CLAYTON MAYER

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10 facts about this song

Origin of Song
"Who Did You Think I Was" is a song written and performed by American artist, John Mayer.
Band Formation
It is very famous as one of the first songs performed by the 'John Mayer Trio', a blues rock power trio formed by John Mayer himself in collaboration with bassist Pino Palladino and drummer Steve Jordan in 2005.
Album Details
"Who Did You Think I Was" is the first track on "Try!", the live album released by the John Mayer Trio in 2005. The album is a combination of blues and rock music.
Genre Shift
This song marked a significant shift in Mayer's musical style, as his previous songs were primarily pop influenced while this marked his transition into a more bluesy, rock sound.
Performance Debut
The song was first performed live at the Tsunami Aid: A Concert of Hope on January 22, 2005.
Song Inspiration
Some fans speculate the song reflects Mayer's transition and introspection, with lyrics indicating his growth as a musician and as a person.
Critical Reception
The raw, bluesy feel of "Who Did You Think I Was" was critically acclaimed and highly praised when the album was released.
Music Video
A music video of "Who Did You Think I Was" premiered on October 19, 2006, on Yahoo! Music.
Live Performances
The popular track is often featured in John Mayer's live shows and concert tours, even beyond the Trio's active years.
Stylistic Elements
The song is known for its distinctive guitar riffs, showcasing John Mayer's prowess as a guitarist.

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