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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." The song was first included in John Mayer's debut studio album, "Room for Squares," which was released in 2001. The song peaked at #18 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it one of Mayer's biggest hits. "Your Body Is a Wonderland" won Mayer his first-ever Grammy for "Best Male Pop Vocal Performance" in 2003. Mayer has admitted that he wrote the song about an ex-girlfriend, Jennifer Love Hewitt, though she has declined to confirm this. In 2005, the song was certified platinum in the United States, which means it has sold over one million copies. 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." The song is noted for its signature guitar riff that carries through the entire song, highlighting Mayer's guitar-playing skills. 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. The song has been featured in various popular media, including episodes of TV shows like "The Office" and "Family Guy." With its intimate lyrics, "Your Body Is a Wonderland" is often included in romantic and Valentine's Day-themed playlists. The music video was directed by Jim Gable and features John Mayer playing his song surrounded by multiple color-changing backgrounds. Many musicians have covered "Your Body Is a Wonderland," further solidifying its popularity. These artists include Michael Bublé, Victor Kim, and Boyce Avenue. Despite Mayer’s own mixed feelings toward the song, it has been praised by the likes of Elton John for its clever songwriting. Due to its wide recognition, the song has also been parodied by several comedy shows, including "Saturday Night Live." |
