Assassin
John Mayer · Battle Studies [2009]
When the roads are quiet
And no one is around
To track my moves
Race in the end of lights
To find the gate is open
She's waiting in the room
I just slip on through
PRE-CHORUS
You get in, you get done
And then you get gone
You never leave a trace or show your face
You get gone
Should have turned around
And left before the sun came up again
But the sun came up again
Enter the morning light,
To find the day is burning
The curtains and the wine
In a little white room
No, I'm not alone
Her head is heavy on me
She's sleeping like a child
What could I do?
PRE-CHORUS
You get in, you get done
And then you get gone
You never leave a trace or show your face
You get gone
Should have turned around
And left before the sun came up again
But the sun came up again
CHORUS
I was a killer, was the best they'd ever seen
I'd steal your heart before you ever heard a thing
I'm an assassin and I had a job to do
Little did I know that girl was an assassin too
Suddenly I'm in over my head,
And I can hardly breathe
Suddenly I'm floating over her bed,
And I feel everything
And suddenly I know exactly what I did,
But I cannot move a thing
And suddenly I know exactly what I'd done,
And what it's gonna mean to me, mean to me
I'm gone
CHORUS
I was a killer, was the best they'd ever seen
I'd steal your heart before you ever heard a thing
I'm an assassin and I had a job to do
Little did I know that girl was an assassin too
She's an assassin
She's an assassin
She's an assassin
She's an assassin and she had a job to do
Assassin - John Mayer
Released on the 2009 album Battle Studies, "Assassin" stands as a defining track in John Mayer's evolution from pop-rock to mature songwriting. The recording features Mayer's signature acoustic guitar work layered with a driving, rhythmic pulse that anchors the song's narrative tension. Lyrically, the piece explores themes of betrayal and the complexity of relationships, delivered with a vocal performance that balances vulnerability with assertive confidence. As part of his broader discography, this track exemplifies Mayer's ability to craft introspective ballads that resonate with listeners seeking emotional depth. The composition reflects the artistic maturity of the late 2000s era, showcasing his growth as a songwriter while maintaining the melodic sensibilities that made him a household name.

