John Mayer Delivers Emotional Tribute to Bob Weir at Public Memorial in San Francisco
A heartfelt eulogy and a stirring performance of the Grateful Dead classic "Ripple" marked a poignant public memorial for late guitarist Bob Weir, held Saturday in San Francisco's Civic Center Plaza. Thousands of Dead Heads gathered to pay tribute to Weir, whose untimely passing has sent shockwaves through the music world.
In his eulogy, John Mayer, who was close friend and bandmate of Weir's, reflected on their unlikely bond. Born just 30 years apart (October 16, 1947, for Weir, and October 16, 1977, for Mayer), the two musicians found common ground in their respective musical journeys. Mayer recalled how Weir, an icon of the counterculture movement, took a chance on him, inviting him to join Dead & Company.
Their friendship blossomed over the years, with Weir sharing his songbook and teaching Mayer the stories behind the Grateful Dead's iconic tunes. In return, Mayer pledged everything he had to their performances together. When Weir passed away, Mayer paid tribute to his friend, citing a line from Leon Russell's "A Song for You" – "But now I'm so much better... listen to the melody because my love is in there hiding." – as a reminder of the enduring power of music.
Mayer closed out his eulogy with an emotional rendition of "Ripple," which he joined on stage with Weir's friends, family, and bandmates. The performance was a beautiful sendoff for the late musician, whose legacy lives on through the countless fans who continue to cherish the Grateful Dead's music.
The public memorial marked a poignant occasion in San Francisco, where the Grateful Dead once performed to sold-out crowds. As the crowd saluted Mayer with applause and tears, it was clear that Weir's spirit would continue to inspire generations of music lovers.
A heartfelt eulogy and a stirring performance of the Grateful Dead classic "Ripple" marked a poignant public memorial for late guitarist Bob Weir, held Saturday in San Francisco's Civic Center Plaza. Thousands of Dead Heads gathered to pay tribute to Weir, whose untimely passing has sent shockwaves through the music world.
In his eulogy, John Mayer, who was close friend and bandmate of Weir's, reflected on their unlikely bond. Born just 30 years apart (October 16, 1947, for Weir, and October 16, 1977, for Mayer), the two musicians found common ground in their respective musical journeys. Mayer recalled how Weir, an icon of the counterculture movement, took a chance on him, inviting him to join Dead & Company.
Their friendship blossomed over the years, with Weir sharing his songbook and teaching Mayer the stories behind the Grateful Dead's iconic tunes. In return, Mayer pledged everything he had to their performances together. When Weir passed away, Mayer paid tribute to his friend, citing a line from Leon Russell's "A Song for You" – "But now I'm so much better... listen to the melody because my love is in there hiding." – as a reminder of the enduring power of music.
Mayer closed out his eulogy with an emotional rendition of "Ripple," which he joined on stage with Weir's friends, family, and bandmates. The performance was a beautiful sendoff for the late musician, whose legacy lives on through the countless fans who continue to cherish the Grateful Dead's music.
The public memorial marked a poignant occasion in San Francisco, where the Grateful Dead once performed to sold-out crowds. As the crowd saluted Mayer with applause and tears, it was clear that Weir's spirit would continue to inspire generations of music lovers.
. John Mayer delivered such a beautiful tribute to Bob Weir, and I'm getting chills just thinking about it 
. It's crazy how much those two musicians meant to each other, considering they're from different eras 
. But their friendship just speaks to the power of music, you know? It can bring people together across all kinds of boundaries.
. And that performance of "Ripple"... *sigh* 
... I'm still getting goosebumps just thinking about it. It's moments like these that remind us why we love music so much, you know?
john mayer's eulogy was so emotional i love how he talked about their unlikely friendship and the impact weir had on his life it's amazing how much legacy weir left behind, not just through his music but also as a symbol of counterculture and community 
john mayer's tribute to him was so beautiful 
just watched this tribute to Bob Weir and I'm still reelin' from it... John Mayer did such a beautiful job payin' respects to his friend and bandmate, weaver of so many iconic tunes... the way he performed "Ripple" live on stage with all those familiar faces... chills, man 
his legacy will live on thru the deadheads n we'll keep celebrating the power of music 
... it was really cool to see John Mayer paying tribute to his friend like that, he's got a lot of respect for Weir 
that song ripple was meant for weir not Mayer but still what a beautiful sendoff for the legend 
and weir's story is such an inspiration - from being an icon to finding a new purpose in life after retirement 
anyway, it was amazing to see so many people come together to celebrate weir's legacy and music 
Mayer really brought out the best in Weir’s music and his passion for the Grateful Dead is inspiring 
I don’t know what I would’ve done if I was in his shoes, having to pay tribute to a friend like that 
The way he performed "Ripple" on stage with all those familiar faces was just magical 
It’s amazing how music can bring so much joy and comfort to our lives 
John Mayer really poured his heart out during that eulogy 
it's clear that Bob's legacy is gonna live on through the countless fans who still hold his music dear