Alexander 23 x John Mayer - Everybody Wants to Rule the World (Tears for Fears Cover)

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  • Alexander 23 x John Mayer - Everybody Wants to Rule the World (Tears for Fears Cover)
    John Mayer joins Alexander 23 to cover "Everybody Wants to Rule The World".
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  • @Alexander23
    @Alexander23  2 роки тому +148

    get tix for tour at alexander23.com/shows
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  • @TearsForFearsOfficial
    @TearsForFearsOfficial 2 роки тому +6958

    Yes!! Honoured to have you both perform this. Incredible job.

    • @robbmcc420
      @robbmcc420 2 роки тому +147

      Love this. This song will be remembered for all time. Truly a gem of songwriting.

    • @kelsry
      @kelsry 2 роки тому

      🥺🫶

    • @JayD06
      @JayD06 2 роки тому +93

      This will go down as one of the best songs ever made.

    • @CarlosGarcia-jk3nv
      @CarlosGarcia-jk3nv 2 роки тому +48

      Its awesome that you noticed it and had time to recognize it!

    • @steveshadforth
      @steveshadforth 2 роки тому +8

      Even though the last lyric was missing? Brown nose boys.

  • @tommynoble3428
    @tommynoble3428 2 роки тому +1478

    Three guitarists on the stage. Two playing John Mayer signature models. The one not playing a John Mayer signature model? John Mayer.

    • @asmram7082
      @asmram7082 2 роки тому +33

      Goated comment

    • @rahulvig5298
      @rahulvig5298 Рік тому +7

      Hahahahhahaha😂😂

    • @supson44
      @supson44 Рік тому +1

      Ibanez?

    • @tommynoble3428
      @tommynoble3428 Рік тому +15

      @@supson44 Mayer is playing a Jackson Soloist

    • @JoseArturQueiroz
      @JoseArturQueiroz Рік тому +2

      @@tommynoble3428 Yeah lately he’s been playing some Japanese and usa made ones from esp,charvel and Jackson ,maybe he’s more inclined to 80s guitars after his last album

  • @kevbotchill
    @kevbotchill 2 роки тому +1029

    Your guitarist had to be nervous playing that solo. What a honor/ horrifying experience know your gonna be immediately followed by a Mayer solo. A+

    • @noelstemple
      @noelstemple 2 роки тому +64

      he crushed that solo too 🔥

    • @Takeiteasy11
      @Takeiteasy11 2 роки тому +38

      He crushed it but then JM killed him sadly

    • @Blahblahblah01234
      @Blahblahblah01234 2 роки тому +12

      @@Takeiteasy11 completely agree, John literally wiped the floor with him

    • @jmd489
      @jmd489 Рік тому +16

      It's just so hard to match John's feel. He just makes everything flow. Other guitarist had some good licks, but you could tell he wasn't totally locked in comparatively.

    • @kevbotchill
      @kevbotchill Рік тому +4

      @@jmd489 it’s not just feel, which obviously he’s the king, but something about his tone just fills so full. It’s incredible and unmatched.

  • @TheVictoriousJoker
    @TheVictoriousJoker 2 роки тому +971

    Love how Alexander and his guitarist both have a PRS John Mayer signature, and John shows up with his pink Jackson - amazing cover though!

    • @hockuspockus911
      @hockuspockus911 2 роки тому +58

      John both gave Alexander and his guitarist Silver Skys on May 3rd at the Toronto show from the Sob Rock Tour.

    • @snowandlightsmusic
      @snowandlightsmusic 2 роки тому +3

      Exactly what I was thinking 😂

    • @megsrini5013
      @megsrini5013 2 роки тому +7

      That was the first thing I noticed as well when I clicked on this video

    • @monochromedout
      @monochromedout 2 роки тому +7

      They have a new silver sky in Roxy pink too. Wonder what his prs contact looks like. Possibly doesn't apply if he's not fronting or a guest appearance.

    • @Umuliuz
      @Umuliuz 2 роки тому +8

      @@monochromedout Fender was really difficult regarding this, and that a big reason he moved away from them. I belive he can play whatever he wants now. He even plays Fenders on occation :p

  • @Nahninja
    @Nahninja 2 роки тому +300

    First solo was solid but man Mayer’s phrasing is just on another level. Always a joy to hear John solo

  • @niekvanwensen
    @niekvanwensen 2 роки тому +460

    John’s been using that whammy bar a lot more lately and I love it, so much emotion in that solo, his phrasing is just out of this world

    • @brunoerckmam5070
      @brunoerckmam5070 2 роки тому +8

      Very asato-like

    • @samme79
      @samme79 2 роки тому +22

      @@brunoerckmam5070 He's been doing that before Mateus was known. It's a Jeff Beck thing

    • @faroutmayt
      @faroutmayt 2 роки тому +10

      @@samme79 yup, he's been studying the great Jeff Beck

    • @keithremedy
      @keithremedy 2 роки тому +3

      @@brunoerckmam5070 he’s been doing the beck thing long before asato tho technically

    • @c.jarmstrong3111
      @c.jarmstrong3111 2 роки тому +6

      The man has so much taste

  • @skullkid112
    @skullkid112 2 роки тому +105

    John completed the main quest. He's just doing the side missions for fun now.

    • @NickEnchev
      @NickEnchev 2 місяці тому

      Underrated comment

  • @SpiralRecordsMusic
    @SpiralRecordsMusic 2 роки тому +315

    I was there and the crowd SUCKED for your set but you guys crushed it!

    • @luiss2895
      @luiss2895 9 місяців тому +3

      they probably dont realize how good the band was and that John Mayer himself was there

  • @IniDim
    @IniDim 2 роки тому +72

    John going from fingers to pick while manipulating the whammy at 2:58 is insane

  • @mitchweiner
    @mitchweiner 2 роки тому +247

    The moment when you’re on stage with one of the best guitarists in the world playing backup for you on a classic pop song!

    • @martyweiner6525
      @martyweiner6525 2 роки тому +10

      No relation Mitch but you are 100% correct. John is a treasure!

  • @sjeff0714
    @sjeff0714 2 роки тому +46

    Everyone playing JM signatures and he comes out with a Jackson Soloist. Love it.

  • @Rooster2628
    @Rooster2628 2 роки тому +4

    When John came in with the solo, I got major chills.

  • @cheezyodeezy
    @cheezyodeezy 2 роки тому +182

    john's tone here is probably one of the best guitar tones I've ever heard

    • @IncompleteStrangers
      @IncompleteStrangers Рік тому +9

      I swear dude, it might even sound better than Where The Light Is

    • @PROGROCKBOOTLEGS
      @PROGROCKBOOTLEGS Рік тому +12

      It’s up there. Even tho he typically uses a couple tube screamers in his signal chain, it sounds like he’s using distortion with a bit of chorus it sounds heavenly

    • @pogfish3961
      @pogfish3961 11 місяців тому +1

      Its the player dude

    • @leif1075
      @leif1075 6 місяців тому

      How can I play like him then?

    • @ryancasablancas8361
      @ryancasablancas8361 5 місяців тому

      @@leif1075 Practice

  • @ciao_abhi
    @ciao_abhi 2 роки тому +9

    I just discovered these guys and this is FIREEE

  • @sg1770
    @sg1770 2 роки тому +64

    John is incredible. He plays with Grateful Dead members and makes Garcia proud. He is an amazing musician

  • @kiidzero
    @kiidzero 2 роки тому +267

    That "TONE" coming from the Jackson is Incredible!! Great solo work!

    • @liamjenkins244
      @liamjenkins244 2 роки тому +19

      it's not the guitar

    • @ArjanHIv
      @ArjanHIv 2 роки тому +16

      @@liamjenkins244 Exactly! Even if he plays an odd Jackson you can still hear John coming through

    • @eric9867
      @eric9867 2 роки тому +27

      ….but I bought a Silver Sky so I could sound like John Mayer… lol

    • @Atmosrainmusic
      @Atmosrainmusic 2 роки тому +1

      He probably has his pedal rig but who knows if he has a two rock sitting back there. Possibly not in a guest spot. But unmistakable guitar playing either way

    • @kittler53
      @kittler53 2 роки тому +2

      @@eric9867
      Me too! 😂

  • @jeffsaginaw1769
    @jeffsaginaw1769 2 роки тому +58

    WELL DONE. Every time I hear those first chords I get chills because if done right this song WILL TEAR THE ROOF OFF THE SUCKA every time. Props to TforF for contributing THIS to the soundtrack of our lives. Alex and John and company give us one more version to luv.

    • @aisaiahcosey5130
      @aisaiahcosey5130 2 роки тому

      There’s a WHOLE LOTTA RHYTHM goin down for sure my friend!

    • @jeffsaginaw1769
      @jeffsaginaw1769 2 роки тому

      @@aisaiahcosey5130 I kinda meant the whole intro, sorry.

  • @samme79
    @samme79 2 роки тому +79

    This is the kind of solos I want John to keep putting out. That was a simple but crazy good solo. Very melodic and follows the changes really well. Also you got a great voice and this was a really cool cover.

    • @mus1ckid707
      @mus1ckid707 2 роки тому +1

      so good! alexander just announced his own tour!

  • @biaora
    @biaora Рік тому +1

    Never thought this was much of a guitar song, but they made it one, and did it so tastefully.

  • @illtronics
    @illtronics 2 роки тому +53

    I love seeing John using the whammy bar. This whole performance was insane. Everyone on stage knew exactly what they were doing.

  • @dawsonthelin
    @dawsonthelin 2 роки тому +3

    Greatest duo ever

  • @birchmahogany2718
    @birchmahogany2718 2 роки тому +45

    2:57, love how they do their own solos but then John goes right into the hook. Fantastic rendition.

  • @joojoosasa
    @joojoosasa 2 роки тому +69

    Jesus. The way that Mayer emotes through his playing never fails to amaze me. You guys killed this!

  • @Beezzz
    @Beezzz 2 роки тому +15

    very random thought, but i think that John Mayers style of soloing would sound amazing on a song by the 1975 especially on their second album

  • @jeanpaulmarrero2728
    @jeanpaulmarrero2728 2 роки тому +69

    Y’all killed this man… My friend and I were mind-blown by what y’all did in Pittsburgh last week!! Definitely gained 2 new fans that night!

  • @TJJJJJJJJJJJ
    @TJJJJJJJJJJJ 2 роки тому +3

    Lol 😂 everyone is playing Silver sky’s... except Mayer

  • @SEMPU
    @SEMPU 2 роки тому +1

    sim e sim..

  • @luismorales6351
    @luismorales6351 7 місяців тому +5

    0:37 guitarist practicing the solo

  • @Upside_Down_Guitar_Guy
    @Upside_Down_Guitar_Guy 2 роки тому +23

    Holy crap! JM playing a Jackson sounded amazing. It definitely shaped how he decided to play and was super cool. Incredible cover, too, absolutely on point

  • @kiz5206
    @kiz5206 2 роки тому +25

    so incredible and honored to watch you grow. from only having dirty AF1s released when i first saw u, to touring with John Mayer, never stop doing what you’re doing! excited to see what’s next!!

  • @everysingleguitars
    @everysingleguitars 2 роки тому +9

    John Clayton Mayer……. 1 of the GREATEST guitarists of our generation……. PERIOD.

  • @defaultHandle1110
    @defaultHandle1110 Рік тому +1

    Damn. That was … foof! Great! Bloody great!! 🎉

  • @CallumHarpurMusic
    @CallumHarpurMusic 2 роки тому +10

    I remember when you only had Dirty AF1s released, now you've got another album coming soon?!? I can't wait, know its gonna be epic!!

  • @crossroads-art
    @crossroads-art 2 роки тому +194

    Well this is something I had no idea I needed in my life. Y’all killed this one for real.

    • @crossroads-art
      @crossroads-art 2 роки тому

      @@TJGWORLD honestly you’re probably right. They’re both incredibly talented and could probably make just about anything sound great.

    • @skipcycle4580
      @skipcycle4580 2 роки тому

      Proud to be your 100th like on this comment. Totally agree!

  • @rutaiwanwongsirasawad4040
    @rutaiwanwongsirasawad4040 2 роки тому +19

    I’m an old lady who loves this song so much. And you two have made this in your own version so well. Thanks indeed.

  • @shinjini5229
    @shinjini5229 2 роки тому +1

    This is GOLD

    • @shinjini5229
      @shinjini5229 2 роки тому

      Whoever you are get tf away from my UA-cam

  • @gerardoescalon
    @gerardoescalon 2 роки тому +7

    This is the song of the human being. Of the earth, the planet and our lifestyle. If one day we make contact with aliens, this will be our anthem.

  • @dannychoi18
    @dannychoi18 2 роки тому +10

    Sam Yun is a killer guitarist too. So solid from everyone!

  • @sAmiZZle82
    @sAmiZZle82 2 роки тому +17

    Loving that I stumbled on this! Nostalgia to the max! And gorgeous tones on that Jackson and let's not forget that killer lead by the dude on the pink guitar right up back!

    • @donnav7103
      @donnav7103 2 роки тому +2

      The pink guitar is John Mayer's signature guitar. It is the PRS ( Paul Reed Smith) Silver Sky, JM signature model guitar
      in the shade Roxy Pink. The green guitar is John's PRS Silver Sky SE model in the shade Evergreen. My son bought a version
      of the Silver Sky guitar when they first came on the market, he loves the guitar and says it is the easiest playing guitar he
      ever owned. Kudos to John for designing a phenomenal guitar.

  • @Trevenclaw
    @Trevenclaw 2 роки тому +5

    Unreal that you put an 80s Jackson shredder in John Mayer's hands it sounds like a 60s strat.

  • @aw4925
    @aw4925 2 роки тому +11

    Should be released. Can I say as a John fan - it's now all about what he can give and contribute. Awesome

  • @marleendeborahgoudsblom9086
    @marleendeborahgoudsblom9086 2 роки тому +1

    wow ❤❤❤

  • @oldrosehip7207
    @oldrosehip7207 2 роки тому +15

    Awesome performance of one of my favorite songs from my favorite band, Tears for Fears. Thank you so much 😊

  • @waranghira
    @waranghira 2 роки тому +1

    They're all using his guitar, but he's using a Jackson.

  • @rich4444hrsm
    @rich4444hrsm 2 роки тому +2

    I'd like to hear Mayer sing that song, anyone agree?

  • @mobobb3555
    @mobobb3555 2 роки тому +2

    CRUSHED - SLAYED - DECIMATED - KILLED - BRUALIZED - MAULED - SABOTAGED - SPANKED IT.
    No ..... but seriously folks. This was palatable. It had it's moments.

  • @btsarmy_india
    @btsarmy_india 2 роки тому +8

    I can't find words to express to your song you really are ausum and what a peaceful and beautiful songs. Really loved it from India

  • @pedropaulo2693
    @pedropaulo2693 2 роки тому

    Very Very good!!!

  • @whalefan30
    @whalefan30 9 місяців тому +1

    Not sure who Alexander 23 is but it really sucks that they had to ruin a perfectly good cover by John Mayer. Next time you should go sit down while he plays.

  • @ajadeleye4970
    @ajadeleye4970 2 роки тому +10

    Really impressed by this vocal performance 👏🏿

  • @Hockeyguy1021
    @Hockeyguy1021 2 роки тому +1

    Anyone know what gear the dude on the pink Silver Sky is using? That was some sick tone on the solo

  • @Guacamully
    @Guacamully 2 роки тому +1

    yo where do i get that sweater johns wearin?

  • @leif1075
    @leif1075 6 місяців тому +1

    Alexander how did you meet and become friends with John Mayer? Just wondering..hope you answer spme time.

  • @youngclaros
    @youngclaros 2 роки тому +1

    What sweater is John Mayer wearing cuz that’s sum heat

  • @jackcarlos
    @jackcarlos Рік тому +1

    Was this really only 9 months ago? Fucking John Mayer looks permanently 20 years old... haha also this was awesome!
    Also, at 2:29 you sound amazing for like 5 seconds with the backup singers, but you always tend to quicken the tempo

  • @TheStephaniewerner
    @TheStephaniewerner 2 роки тому +6

    Congrats Alexander !! I was hoping you would perform with john one day. Would've loved to see this live.

  • @elpadresuerte
    @elpadresuerte 2 роки тому

    Dude the audio is amazing. Thank you!

  • @sabineshashaty9679
    @sabineshashaty9679 2 роки тому +1

    AAHHHHHH!!!

  • @GraciaBelievesthatJesusSaves
    @GraciaBelievesthatJesusSaves 6 місяців тому

    So cool 😊

  • @michaelgeorgopulos8531
    @michaelgeorgopulos8531 2 роки тому +1

    Did John almost miss the break at the end??😂

  • @andi13285
    @andi13285 2 роки тому +5

    I’m so proud of how far you’ve come, but with your talent it was kind of obvious you would
    ly alexander

  • @80guitarguy82
    @80guitarguy82 2 роки тому +28

    After going to this concert in Toronto, all I can say is that seeing JM colab on this cover is so sick.

  • @shannonbiggers3312
    @shannonbiggers3312 2 роки тому +1

    Well. That Jackson held it's own.

  • @MiniHasSwag
    @MiniHasSwag 2 роки тому +6

    I watch this video like 3 times a day, everyone killed this

    • @Jacki799
      @Jacki799 2 роки тому

      same i even learned the first solo, wish it was on apple music😅

  • @btsarmy_india
    @btsarmy_india 2 роки тому +6

    I have heard it like so many times incredibly talented you all are specially you and your friend it's mind blowing a big fan of yours all the way from India..

  • @robertahearn
    @robertahearn 2 роки тому +6

    well that blows my recording out of the water, even from the front! Thanks for the lovely surprise Alexander, you really nailed it on this tour!!

  • @alzinn8231
    @alzinn8231 Рік тому +1

    Nzinn73 Great band. Great song, although my personal fave from that album was head over heels. Great playing too.

  • @junim.8664
    @junim.8664 2 роки тому +6

    two of my favorite people on the planet. i am SO proud of you, alexander 🤍

  • @kittler53
    @kittler53 2 роки тому +4

    Wonderful cover! Glad to see you, Alexander, and your mate playing PRS Silver Sky guitars! Sort of wish John was playing his also… Mine arrived recently after 5 months of waiting 😂

  • @TatayNiElias
    @TatayNiElias Рік тому

    Thank you, Tears For Fears. 🥺❤

  • @ZaneTaylorMusic
    @ZaneTaylorMusic 2 роки тому +5

    3 guitars perfectly not crowding each other, and a great mix.

  • @robynseudbejsi
    @robynseudbejsi 2 роки тому +1

    omg alexander 23 i’m your biggest fan 😁

  • @FacheChanteDeux
    @FacheChanteDeux 10 місяців тому

    You guys did a great job. Try speeding up the vocals by a quarter beat. I think that will bring the full punch TFF execute when they sing this amazing song.🤍

  • @agentendive5781
    @agentendive5781 Рік тому +2

    This is really fucking good

  • @johnnycasteel7
    @johnnycasteel7 19 днів тому +1

    John did 1985 proud…only way it could have been better is if it came out in ‘83…❤

  • @jonsnow3300
    @jonsnow3300 2 роки тому +3

    Oh John you're doing it again... What a guy

  • @christianlawas6591
    @christianlawas6591 2 роки тому +4

    I love that they're using John's Signature PRSs

  • @julietalkaysi4506
    @julietalkaysi4506 Рік тому +2

    i miss johns long hair

  • @jefffang5691
    @jefffang5691 Рік тому +1

    I didn't know John Mayer played Jacksons so when I saw that broomstick of a headstock I laughed for a good while lol

  • @mynameslauren6777
    @mynameslauren6777 2 роки тому +6

    this is genuinely one of my favourite videos to watch of all time, i keep coming back to it every few weeks

  • @Dermatillomaniac
    @Dermatillomaniac 2 роки тому +5

    So jealous of every one who saw this live!!!!

  • @TomoFujitaMusic
    @TomoFujitaMusic Рік тому +2

    See you tonight!!

  • @emmaeibye2557
    @emmaeibye2557 2 роки тому +52

    I was at this show and this was the highlight of the entire night! An artist coming out before their show to play with the opener and matching the vibes of the opener. It was awesome!!

    • @buckshot904
      @buckshot904 2 роки тому +6

      John Mayer humility right there. Doesn't try to out-shine the band, just does his thing gets into it with the band.

    • @sifaazh
      @sifaazh Рік тому

      so this was from john's tour? i thought this was alexander's

    • @pattygq
      @pattygq 4 місяці тому

      @@sifaazh Yes John's tour, Alexander was the opener for John.

  • @KcChelsea
    @KcChelsea 2 роки тому +1

    Saw y’all in Toronto amazing, when you played dirty AF1’s totally lost it.

  • @Sheepkingbro
    @Sheepkingbro Рік тому +3

    This needs to be on spotify or some shit

  • @JasonNahRealFitSG
    @JasonNahRealFitSG Рік тому +3

    Every guitarist & musician all replaying the solo where John Mayer starts playing...
    Wow... that tone...

  • @frankscutari9516
    @frankscutari9516 7 місяців тому +3

    3 guys complimenting each other with stepping on each other...awesome!

  • @Zaven59
    @Zaven59 Рік тому +2

    John looked like he didn't want to stop playing at the end.

  • @petersumner348
    @petersumner348 2 роки тому +5

    Saw this live!! It was awesome af for John to come out and play with you guys. Y’all killed the whole set tho!

    • @mus1ckid707
      @mus1ckid707 2 роки тому

      so good!! alexander just announced his own tour which is awesome !

  • @vindas777
    @vindas777 9 місяців тому +2

    Just goes to show you tone is all in the hands and fingers. John Mayer makes that 80s metal shred guitar sound like a Strat! Wonderful vocals by Alex 23 - what a soulful voice he's got! I love how they rearranged the middle section so that the original solo was the final one. Amazing job by elite musicians, and a true band effort.

  • @mikasihite5346
    @mikasihite5346 Рік тому +1

    I feel like John Mayer is just using the guitar to flirt at this point.

  • @LExperience-e5q
    @LExperience-e5q 6 місяців тому +2

    The pink jackson super strat goes hard though

  • @selmapr7253
    @selmapr7253 2 роки тому +5

    two of my all time favorite people. so forever proud of you alexander this is huge

  • @aoibheann
    @aoibheann 2 роки тому +5

    CRAZY!!! so insanely proud of you alexander

  • @2beanburritos
    @2beanburritos 2 роки тому +2

    i grew up on rap learned to love other music like death metal, country, classic rock and everything in between but if anyone asks what my favorite song is i always tell them everybody wants to rule the world by tears for fears

  • @jethrojacinto2798
    @jethrojacinto2798 2 роки тому +2

    It was so awesome to you see you guys and JM in this Sob Rock Tour. Where my UBS Arena people at?!

  • @BluesGetOrigin
    @BluesGetOrigin 2 роки тому

    This is so good!

  • @The_Lone_Ronin7
    @The_Lone_Ronin7 2 роки тому +1

    I really thought John was gonna sing with him😭 good cover, but like aaahhhhhh

  • @64ccd
    @64ccd 2 роки тому +4

    I’ve watched this more times than I can count. Something extraordinary happened here. The way Alex phrases is magical, the first solo is perfection and the tone on John’s guitar is otherworldly. Thank you to whoever filmed this.

    • @mus1ckid707
      @mus1ckid707 2 роки тому

      so good! alexander just announced his own tour!