Jason Mraz - Make Love (Live from The Mranch)

On June 19th, a historic day in the advancement of equality, I am proud to stand in solidarity with and be of service to Black Lives by donating all of my earnings from sales and streams of my new LP recording, Look For The Good.

A time has come to act beyond promises, thoughts, and prayers.

Starting immediately with the $250,000 I received as an advance on my royalties, the first beneficiaries of Look For The Good are as follows:

Through my own philanthropic efforts, including my Foundation, I've witnessed how far donations go to make measurable differences in specific communities, whether it's sponsoring programs that bring about real change, or providing vital support to volunteers and staff.

My personal engagement with philanthropy has never been motivated by a press opportunity. But today I am announcing my contributions publicly in hopes of inspiring other creators and leaders in business to do the same – to share the wealth, to share the profits, and to acknowledge that life is only great when it’s great for everyone.

Looking ahead, donations will be made annually to (different or same) organizations doing the good work to advance equality and justice.

It is important for me to note this is a personal donation. Any dollars from Jason Mraz Foundation, which consist of tour earnings and donor generated funds, will continue to be managed and granted by board approval.

This is a pivotal moment in history, but certainly not the finish line.

What good are my lyrics if they are just lofty words with no action?

In my new song "Make Love," my heart sings,

When I pray
I move my feet
I say thank you for the sound
When I feel that beat
It brings me closer
To who I am
All I’m supposed to be right now
Is a giving man
To serve you water
From the living well
To help another
Get out of their hell
Ya gotta give a little piece
Of Yourself

And so it is,
Jason Mraz

From the new album Look For The Good – out now!

Filmed live at The Mranch – August 2019
Recorded & Mixed by Jeff Berkley
Mastered by Robbie Robinson

THE BAND
Jason Mraz – lead vocals
Michael Goldwasser – guitar
Stephen Suckarie – guitar
Andre de Santanna – bass
John "Asher" Henry – drums
Roger Rivas – organ
Daniel Mandelman – electric piano
Carlos Sosa – saxophone
Fernando Castillo – trumpet
Raul Vallejo – trombone
Mai Bloomfield, Becky Gebhardt, Chaska Potter, Mona Tavakoli – backing vocals

THE CREW
Director/Producer: Jeff Coffman
Director of Photography: Evin Grant
Camera Operators: Andy Chen, Toby Cueni, Daniel Henry, Xavier Henselmann, Joseph Seif
AC: Sherri Miranda
DIT: Daniel Woiwode
Gaffer: Wolfie Wolford
Electrician: Bryan Louks
Grip/Driver: Andy Grishikian
Production Manager/FOH Live Mix: Ettore Dedivitiis
Monitor Engineer: Matt Kornick
Guitar/Keyboard Tech: Ben Varela
Drum Tech: Brian Spaun
Live Audio Systems Tech: Son Nishimura, Jacob Lamb
Makeup: Alexa Jarred
Live audio supplied by Sound Image / Dave Shadoan

LYRICS:
Put down the weapons that you use against yourself
You don't need them anymore
Lay down the weapons that you use against the world
We don't need another war

My worst crime is an inside job
Dark thoughts taking over like an inside mob
I tune in to the scene between the eyes & take a breath
I sit still & watch the thoughts flow past me
Never mind the future, never mind what the past be
I like to jump & let the Universe catch me
Free fall, watch the beauty blow past me
I keep my pockets light
Destination in sight
I keep my actions elevated to compassionate heights
I'm walking pacified, laying down arms in the night
Choosing love when I pick up this mic (so we can)

Make love. Make love. Not War.
Make love. Make love.

World Peace begins within
In each beat of the heart underneath our skin
Breathe & release the binds you're holding & free your mind
Step back from the drama & observe it
Draw the energy in & conserve it
Every pain is a lesson for the learning
Mother Nature didn't make us to be murdering

Find a project to dive in
A book you can write in
A dream you can fly in
A river to cry in
A magical trip to a fantasy island
It's our horizon to widen
Our ceiling to heighten
Our mind to enlighten
Our soul to divine in
A time to invite in a moment of silence

When I pray
I move my feet
& I say thank you for the sound when I hear that beat
It brings me closer
To who I am
& all I'm supposed to be right now is a giving man
& serve you water
From the living well
To help another get out of their hell
Gotta give a little piece of yourself &

Make love. Make love.
Yeah, we can help each other

#JasonMraz #Look4TheGood #LiveFromTheMranch

[JasonMraz]

On June 19th, a historic day in the advancement of equality, I am proud to stand in solidarity with and be of service to Black Lives by donating all of my earnings from sales and streams of my new LP recording, Look For The Good.

A time has come to act beyond promises, thoughts, and prayers.

Starting immediately with the $250, 000 I received as an advance on my royalties, the first beneficiaries of Look For The Good are as follows:


Through my own philanthropic efforts, including my Foundation, I've witnessed how far donations go to make measurable differences in specific communities, whether it's sponsoring programs that bring about real change, or providing vital support to volunteers and staff.

My personal engagement with philanthropy has never been motivated by a press opportunity. But today I am announcing my contributions publicly in hopes of inspiring other creators and leaders in business to do the same – to share the wealth, to share the profits, and to acknowledge that life is only great when it’s great for everyone.

Looking ahead, donations will be made annually to (different or same) organizations doing the good work to advance equality and justice.

It is important for me to note this is a personal donation. Any dollars from Jason Mraz Foundation, which consist of tour earnings and donor generated funds, will continue to be managed and granted by board approval.

This is a pivotal moment in history, but certainly not the finish line.

What good are my lyrics if they are just lofty words with no action?

[abbyll]

Jason Mraz is literally the most unproblematic person on this planet 🙏

[bozarthjoey]

Love how he is going back to the reggae vibes. So good

[FelixWiseman]

It's great that in such a depressing time there is an album that spreads positive messages :)

[IgorAnicicMusicfortheWorld]

Great music, great video and a wonderful cause! We are all together! ONE LOVE

[hellojojomusic]

This man pull all my desire out to make something good for the universe I live.

[azen]

Happy to be a Mraz fan since “Waiting for my Rocket to Come.” Every album has made a mark in my life.

[NSS]

Gosh, wouldn't you love to go to the Mranch? I know I would! ... I listen to Jason's music everyday as one of the many ways I feed my soul. What a blessing his music is!

[mervelasonipse]

Greetings from Philippines! I hope everyone who reads this is safe and healthy!

[victoriaye]

The way he sings and dance is so manly. I love it. Jason Mraz is a fighter, his song says it all. I love that attitude to not afraid to stand up for what he believes. He is a very empowering man, have an opinion and talented on various of things. Music is just his way to influence and reach out to the world. He can feature in many areas. If he is not a musician, I dare to say that he will be a great politician, or a great business man. I see so many talents in him!

[lorrainebaron]

free your mind... love it so much! Thank you for you Jason :)

[cristiandino]

The guy with the greatest vibe in the world.

[LainaStephenson]

I can't even tell you how much i love you Jason! You're my favorite person ever and i cry like every time i think about you! You don't even understand, I'm 14 years old and you're my role model! I LOVE YOU JASON MRAZ!!!

[Heynikkigray]

I would have given anything to be at that performance! I can tell yall gave it your all and meant every word. Absolutely love the song but love the message even more! Thank you Jason for spreading positivity especially when we need it the most!

[morpheuswan]

Your continuous selfless contributions to humanity in all ways have proven that you are an angel of angels. You are not only an inspiration but also a devoted activist. Our world has surely become better because of you. We love you. Wishes to brilliant sales and streams of your new album. Make Love. Be Love.

[gerardburby]

Jason you da maan. Smash hit after smash hit.. all great songs👍👌

[earrent]

Freakin amazing to see you’re still thriving. You were literally my childhood dude, I hella appreciate you. I’m almost gonna cry, haha. Thank you for everything you’ve done for us. I’m super proud of you and I’m glad you exist. ❤️

[ojj]

I'm so happy to hear new music from you, Jason!
Big fan from Singapore - 18 years and counting. Please come back for another concert soon!

[SunshineGrace]

Well done! Such a beautiful song that fills my mind body heart and soul with love...everytime!!! Sending love and light to all of you talented musicians. 💫💛🌞🌟

[roamanmusic]

One of my biggest inspirations in music and life since I first heard your music back in 2008.
Good job brother, you make a difference. And even though I'm bummed you were not around when I stayed at the Mranch with Billy last year while you were in Ojai with Raining Jane, after this song I think I can forgive you ; )
Love, power and spaghetti from Rome, Italy xxx