John Mayer is ready to be free fallin’ for the right woman.
The contemporary musician-composer has confided that although he’s presently unattached, he’s unequivocally prepared to assume the role of a spouse—and being 47 years old, he’s treating this matter with gravity.
John expressed during the SmartLess podcast on June 12, with hosts Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, and Sean Hayes, that he wouldn’t entertain dating someone who wasn’t potentially marriage material for him. Essentially, every girlfriend he had could be considered a potential wife in his eyes.
Initially, he acknowledged that it couldn’t be simple for him to find a partner. In response, John elaborated that encountering obstacles functions as an excellent method for sifting through potential matches, and eventually, it will become effortless when the appropriate person arrives.
John casually touched on his frequently-discussed romantic past, which encompasses relationships with celebrities such as Jessica Simpson, Cameron Diaz, Jennifer Aniston, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, and others. He jokingly commented, “I’ve grown older now. It’s been quite a while since I had my own romantic entanglements. These days, I mostly stay at home. Haven’t I become a well-behaved individual, America? I’m not involved with anyone right now!
Regardless of his history, he believes he remains suitable for marriage, as he himself stated, “I am a good catch.
For quite some time now, John has been contemplating getting married, and in 2021, he revealed that this is the final goal remaining on his wish list.
He mentioned to Andy Cohen on SiriusXM’s Radio Andy that there was just one thing missing from his life, which is having a wife and kids. He explained that once he has them, it would complete everything for him, as he thought about this as recently as last night since both of his brothers are already married with children.
However, he acknowledged the importance of waiting until he was 100 percent ready.
He went on to say, “I don’t feel ready yet to settle down with a spouse and children. Instead, I prefer to continue discovering new things about myself.
For more on the singer’s dating history, read on.
Despite their short-lived relationship, Mayer is said to have retained enough memories from that summer to inspire one of his most popular songs, “Your Body Is a Wonderland,” which was the second single from his debut album titled “Room for Squares.
In 2001, the album was released, and Hewitt started dating Mayer in 2002. However, the reasoning behind their connection always seemed incorrect. Yet, despite this, they continued to be associated with each other for some time.
In 2007, Hewitt told EW.com that his body isn’t a magical place, as one might think. Instead, he described it as a jumble of various items, where if you take a closer look, there’s plenty to be intrigued about, but at first sight, it may not seem so appealing.
In an engaging chat on the podcast “Inside of You With Michael Rosenbaum,” the 9-1-1 star humbly admitted that, to her knowledge, the rumor wasn’t true, but she was genuinely flattered by the speculation. In other words, it was a heartfelt compliment that truly touched me.
In his own words, during an appearance on VH1’s Storytellers, Mayer revealed that the song was penned in memory of his initial girlfriend, whom he met around the age of 14. Initially titled “Strawberry Wonderland,” it reflects this significant experience from his youth.
Following the end of her marriage with Nick Lachey, Simpson chose to add a touch of excitement to her life. She certainly left an impression, not just on Mayer, but also on the cultural zeitgeist. In 2010, around three years after their separation, Mayer made headlines when he told Playboy, “That girl is like crack cocaine to me. Sexually, it was intense. I won’t say more, just that it was like a sexual version of napalm.
Simpson found that moment quite impolite, and it was an instance Mayer would later wish he hadn’t done. In her words during an interview on “The View” in 2010, she explained, “It’s more mortifying [than anything else], because I’ll walk into a restaurant or somewhere, and I’ll notice more men are staring at me.” She added, “And he’ll never have that power again.
During an appearance on Watch What Happens Live! in April 2020, Mayer acknowledged that he was aware Simpson had published a memoir. He stated, referencing Pee Wee’s Big Adventure, “I don’t need to read it, Dottie. I lived it.
After 2007, when the connection with Simpson ended, Mayer was momentarily associated with the actress from Charlie’s Angels. This woman famously celebrated her bachelorette party extravagantly before eventually meeting and settling down with Benji Madden as her lifetime partner.
Having parted ways with Justin Timberlake earlier in the year, I found myself exploring new horizons. Why not add a bit of playful charm to my New York City adventures by engaging in some friendly banter with John Mayer?
Despite appearing to explore deeper relationships in late 2007, the star of Friday Night Lights maintained a friendship with the singer, both preferring to keep things casual and avoid any unnecessary fuss.
Back in 2008 through 2009, I had the incredible luck of being on and off with none other than the iconic star from Friends. From one glamorous Oscar party to another, our story unfolded, though not without its ups and downs. However, when we parted ways that first summer, I couldn’t help but share my feelings with the world. Standing outside my gym in New York, I confided in a few curious paparazzi, revealing to them that I was, at heart, “a man who had brought an end to a relationship.
As a lifestyle expert, I’d say it this way: “I chuckled at my former immature partner’s actions, sharing with Vogue magazine, ‘He felt compelled to announce our breakup, and understandably so, given it’s me. We’re humans, after all. Yet, I can’t help but feel a strong sense of protection for him and us. Trust me, you won’t witness such behavior from him again. Despite this, let’s not forget that he is an exceptional individual. We have genuine feelings for each other. It’s ironic when a relationship reaches a point where both parties realize we might need to explore other paths, yet the love remains strong. It hurts, but there was no ill will intended. I hold him dear; we communicate regularly and cherish one another deeply. And that’s where our story stands today.
They made up, but everything was settled by March 2009. A year later, during an interview with Playboy, Mayer expressed regret that it didn’t work out. “I still wish we could have stayed together,” he said. “In some aspects, I long to be with her. However, I can’t alter the reality that I needed to be 32.”
Unfortunately, he unwittingly deepened the foundations for the opening act of his fame-filled life when he tweeted about collaborating with a 19-year-old artist named Taylor Swift on a song. “I can’t shake this song idea that keeps coming to me,” he posted in March 2009, having been an active Twitter user. “It’s been three days now, so it must be good enough to complete.” The song was titled ‘Half of My Heart,’ and he expressed a desire for Taylor Swift to join him, likening her potential role to that of Stevie Nicks in contrast to his own Tom Petty-like tune.
They had zero anticipation whatsoever. However, they got together to record the song “Half of My Heart” for his 2009 album titled “Battle Studies“, which was released in November of that year. They also shared the stage and performed live together on multiple occasions.
However, though he avoided repeating his past error regarding Aniston, it was Taylor Swift who subtly communicated to the public that he had terminated a relationship.
In 2012, Taylor Swift’s former boyfriend, Mayer, shared with Rolling Stone that he felt quite upset by her song “Dear John,” which criticized a specific individual for playing “manipulative and twisted games.” He emphatically stated that in this instance, the individual “didn’t deserve it. I’ve learned to take responsibility for my actions now, and I never did anything to warrant such treatment. It was incredibly unfair of her.”(Although Swift never explicitly confirmed that the song is about Mayer, before its release she hinted in an interview that it would be evident who the person was without any need for additional explanation.)
Additionally, he explained further, “I didn’t receive any email or call. I was completely taken aback, and it added to my embarrassment, which was already quite substantial, as I had already been criticized. To put it simply, imagine being at your lowest point, only to have someone push you down even further.
But things would soon start looking up!
In 2013, Perry openly admitted to dating her long-time crush, Mayer, whom she began seeing after her divorce from Brand in 2012. She had harbored feelings for him for quite some time.
After a previous split, their on-again, off-again relationship persisted but eventually became permanently off in 2015.
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Their relationship had gone through a breakup once before, and by 2015, it had transitioned from its on-and-off state to being off for good.
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They had separated once, but their relationship stayed in an on-off cycle until 2015 when it finally settled into the ‘off’ position permanently.
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After a brief separation, their love story saw ups and downs until 2015, when it ultimately ended for good.
However, they were genuine, and as Perry continued and eventually flourished (initially ups and downs, but later unwaveringly) with Orlando Bloom, Mayer stepped away from romance and spent some time contemplating his feelings.
In 2017, when asked about rumors suggesting “Still Feel Like Your Man” was about Perry, he told the New York Times, “I wasn’t thinking about anyone else.” He also added, “By the way, that song is proof that I haven’t had many relationships in the last five to six years. It was my only relationship, so it’s more like, come on, people.
In 2018, when people speculated if the “Bad at Love” singer and Mayer might be hinting at something with their playful banter on social media, Halsey, who had just parted ways with G-Eazy for the second time, made it clear that not every spark necessarily indicated a blazing romance was underway.
They posted on Twitter: “I just came up with a revolutionary thought,” they said as the rumors escalated. “What if…we allowed female artists to have friendships without automatically assuming they are romantically involved? It’s daring, I know, but think about it – what if we gave it a chance?
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2025-06-14 04:18