John Mayer Delivers Emotional Eulogy, Performs 'Ripple' at Bob Weir Memorial
In a poignant and emotional celebration of the late Bob Weir's life, John Mayer took to the stage in San Francisco's Civic Center Plaza to deliver a heartfelt eulogy and perform a haunting rendition of "Ripple," one of the Grateful Dead guitarist's most beloved songs.
Mayer began his speech by noting that he and Weir were born just 30 days apart – October 16, 1947, and October 16, 1977. He reflected on how their lives intersected in a way that transcended time and circumstance. "Bob had become a countercultural icon," Mayer said, "while I was still finding my place in the world of music." The two musicians, he explained, found success with each of their own paths before eventually crossing over into each other's orbits.
For Mayer, joining Dead & Company marked not only a new musical chapter but also a deepening friendship. Over time, he came to trust Weir entirely – teaching him the value of living in the moment, while also instilling within himself the importance of being guided by a larger plan or higher power. "I think I was really showing Bob that I could be relied upon," Mayer said with emotion.
Mayer went on to share how Weir lent him his songbook and invited him into the Grateful Dead's world, teaching him the true meaning behind their songs and what it meant to perform them. In return, Mayer gave Weir everything he had night after night, year after year. The musician continued by saying that as he looked out at the thousands of fans gathered before him, he could almost hear Bob singing these very words: 'But now I'm so much better... listen to the melody because my love is in there hiding.'
The emotional eulogy concluded with a stirring rendition of "Ripple," which Mayer performed alongside an ensemble of Weir's closest friends, family, and bandmates. This rare live performance – one that was all too brief for the late guitarist – brought closure to the gathering while also serving as a testament to the enduring power of music in our lives.
In this poignant tribute, John Mayer captured the essence of his friendship with Bob Weir, demonstrating how two seemingly disparate souls found common ground and ultimately came to define each other.
In a poignant and emotional celebration of the late Bob Weir's life, John Mayer took to the stage in San Francisco's Civic Center Plaza to deliver a heartfelt eulogy and perform a haunting rendition of "Ripple," one of the Grateful Dead guitarist's most beloved songs.
Mayer began his speech by noting that he and Weir were born just 30 days apart – October 16, 1947, and October 16, 1977. He reflected on how their lives intersected in a way that transcended time and circumstance. "Bob had become a countercultural icon," Mayer said, "while I was still finding my place in the world of music." The two musicians, he explained, found success with each of their own paths before eventually crossing over into each other's orbits.
For Mayer, joining Dead & Company marked not only a new musical chapter but also a deepening friendship. Over time, he came to trust Weir entirely – teaching him the value of living in the moment, while also instilling within himself the importance of being guided by a larger plan or higher power. "I think I was really showing Bob that I could be relied upon," Mayer said with emotion.
Mayer went on to share how Weir lent him his songbook and invited him into the Grateful Dead's world, teaching him the true meaning behind their songs and what it meant to perform them. In return, Mayer gave Weir everything he had night after night, year after year. The musician continued by saying that as he looked out at the thousands of fans gathered before him, he could almost hear Bob singing these very words: 'But now I'm so much better... listen to the melody because my love is in there hiding.'
The emotional eulogy concluded with a stirring rendition of "Ripple," which Mayer performed alongside an ensemble of Weir's closest friends, family, and bandmates. This rare live performance – one that was all too brief for the late guitarist – brought closure to the gathering while also serving as a testament to the enduring power of music in our lives.
In this poignant tribute, John Mayer captured the essence of his friendship with Bob Weir, demonstrating how two seemingly disparate souls found common ground and ultimately came to define each other.
can you believe john mayer pouring his heart out for bob weir like that? i'm getting chills just thinking about it 
it's clear their friendship was truly special - from them being born just 30 days apart 
to Mayer becoming a part of Dead & Company and Weir's world, it's amazing how they found each other in the music scene. And you know what's even more beautiful? How their bond transcended time and circumstance 
Mayer was literally showing Bob that he could be trusted and relied upon... what an incredible friendship to have 
it's so beautifully done he really got me emotional talking about how they met like 30 days apart in life and music...I mean who even is that? 
I feel bad for John Mayer because he was like searching for his place in the world and then Bob comes along and shows him the way 
I mean, we all know how special those Grateful Dead songs are but now it feels even more sacred that someone like John Mayer who wasn't even part of the scene at first got to be a part of it 
I mean, can you imagine having a connection like that with someone? Born just 30 days apart and becoming such an integral part of each other's lives in such a short span? It's crazy! And to think John Mayer was able to tap into that emotional space when delivering the eulogy - it's like he was speaking straight from his heart 
. And that performance of "Ripple" though... I'm getting goosebumps just thinking about the energy and emotion that went into it 
It's a beautiful reminder that music has this way of transcending time and connecting us to something deeper and more meaningful 
it's so beautiful how he talked about their connection being like 30 days apart but finding each other at the right time, you know? like they balanced each other out 
i can see why they called him a countercultural icon, he had this power to bring people together through music 
just heard about the memorial for Bob Weir... it's crazy how John Mayer was able to capture his spirit so perfectly in that eulogy 
. John Mayer absolutely killed it with that eulogy, you know? The way he reflected on their connection was so profound 
. And that performance of "Ripple"... *shivers* 
it gave me chills every time! The way Mayer paid tribute to Weir's legacy was so heartfelt and emotional 
this whole thing feels like a setup for something bigger... I mean, what's up with all these musicians showing up at the same event? It's not just about celebrating Bob Weir's life, it's like they're trying to send some kinda message 
and I'm low-key suspicious of John Mayer's involvement. He's been known to stir up controversy in his music, so is this really just a heartfelt tribute or is there more to it? And what's with the timing? It feels like this event was carefully planned to coincide with... something else 
. I love how John Mayer paid tribute to him with that epic performance of "Ripple" – it really brought the house down, you know? 
And what's so cool is that they were basically born on the same day, like, 30 days apart 
. and the fact that john joined dead & company, it's like a whole new chapter in music history 
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. i'm not even kidding, it gave me chills 
. it's clear that john still has so much love and respect for bob weir, and it shows in his playing 
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. Still, it's clear that their friendship deepened over time, and John really got to know what made Bob tick.
. It's moments like these that remind us why music is such an incredible force in our lives - it can bring people together, heal old wounds, and give us a glimpse into something greater than ourselves 
. It's amazing how Bob Weir influenced him in such a profound way - teaching him to live in the moment and trust his instincts. I love how they came from different paths but found common ground through their music 
anyhoo this whole thing was just so beautiful it felt like a big ol' hug for bob weir's soul 
it's crazy how music can bring people together across time & space 
i've always admired bob weir's story, from his early days with the grateful dead to his later work with dead & company...he had this gift for creating these timeless songs that just resonate with us all 
John Mayer's words were so heartfelt, it felt like he was speakin' straight from his soul 
