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Heavier Things

Heavier Things is the second studio album by American singer-songwriter John Mayer, released on September 9, 2003 by Aware and Columbia Records. It debuted at #1 on the US Billboard 200, selling over 317,000 copies in its first week.[3] Despite some criticism towards Mayer's songwriting, Heavier Things received generally positive reviews.

Heavier Things

September 9, 2003

April–June 2003

45:33

Singles[edit]

Despite being "delayed" on the radio, the lead single "Bigger Than My Body" gained commercial and critical success. "Clarity" was the second single released from Heavier Things. Although the song receives rare airplay, it is one of Mayer's fan favorites, and is normally performed at Mayer's concerts. The song received very positive reviews from critics, mostly being praised for its relaxing style and beat.


"Daughters" was the last single released from Heavier Things. The song has become a huge commercial success, and has received largely positive reviews: several critics called the song as Mayer's best yet.

– vocals on all tracks, guitars on all tracks

John Mayer

– bass guitar on all tracks except 8

David LaBruyere

– keyboards on all tracks except 9

Jamie Muhoberac

– percussion on all tracks except 6, 9 and 10

Lenny Castro

Main musicians

List of number-one albums of 2003 (U.S.)

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