Maroon 5 has already arrived in Mumbai and fans, quite understandably, cannot keep it together. The American band, comprising lead vocalist Adam Devine, Matt Flynn (drums), Jesse Carmichael (keyboard), James Valentine (guitar), Sam Farrar (bass), and PJ Morton (keyboard), was spotted at Mumbai International Airport on December 2.
A now-viral video of the popular band shows Devine and other band members smiling at the waiting paparazzi and waving at their fans who had gathered outside the airport to welcome them.
As the band prepares to sweep Mumbai off its feet tonight (December 3), here are the top six Maroon 5 songs that Adam Levine is most likely to sing.
She Will Be Loved (2004)
This song, which was a part of the band’s third album All About Jane, is a soft number about a woman who’s hurting.
She Will Be Loved has been co-written by Adam Levine and guitarist James Valentine. Its heartfelt message resonated with the masses and it quickly became a commercial and critical success, peaking at No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning worldwide acclaim. She Will Loved remains one of Maroon 5’s timeless tracks.
One More Night (2012)
One More Night is a reggae-influenced pop song by Maroon 5 from their 2012 album Overexposed. Written by Adam Levine, Max Martin, Shellback, and Savan Kotecha, the song explores the tension between love and conflict in a strained relationship, with the narrator torn between desire and frustration. It became a massive hit, topping the Billboard Hot 100 for nine consecutive weeks. Though it did not win any major awards, the song’s infectious rhythm and relatable theme cemented its place as one of the band’s standout tracks.
Payphone (2012)
Released as a part of their 2012 album Overexposed, Payphone received global recognition almost immediately thanks to its universal theme: the death of a relationship. Payphone also features rapper Wiz Khalifa and was written by Adam Levine, Benny Blanco, Ammar Malik, Shellback, and Wiz Khalifa. While Payphone received several nominations, including at the Grammy Awards, it did not win any major awards. The track’s inspiration lies in the universal feelings of heartbreak and longing, making it a relatable anthem for fans.
Sugar (2014)
Known for its unique music video, Sugar is a funky pop track by Maroon 5 from their 2014 album V. Written by Adam Levine, Mike Posner, Lukasz Gottwald, Jacob Kasher, and Henry Walter, the song is a feel-good anthem about love, desire, and sweet devotion. Its catchy melody and upbeat vibe made it a commercial success, earning a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance in 2016. The band crashed real weddings for the music video.
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Girls Like You (2017)
This song is a pop anthem by Maroon 5 featuring rapper Cardi B, from their 2017 album Red Pill Blues. Written by Adam Levine, Cirkut, Cardi B, Starrah, and Jason Evigan, Girls Like You celebrates love, empowerment, and the strength of women regardless of where they come from. Its music video, featuring appearances by prominent women across various fields, resonated with audiences worldwide for the message it portrayed on screen. The song topped the Billboard Hot 100 for seven weeks and earned a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance in 2019, becoming one of the band’s most iconic hits.
Memories (2021)
Memories is one of the most heartfelt songs Maroon 5 has ever produced. It is a heartfelt ballad by the band from their 2021 album Jordi. Written by Adam Levine, Jacob Kasher, Jon Bellion, Michael Pollack, Stefan Johnson, and Vincent Ford, the song reflects on loss, love, and cherishing memories of those no longer with us. The song was also an ode to Jordan Feldstein, the band’s manager and a close friend of lead singer Adam Levine. While the song received widespread acclaim and multiple nominations, including at the Billboard Music Awards, it did not win any major awards. Memories remains a touching tribute to all the loved ones we have lost in this lifetime.
For the uninitiated, Maroon 5’s concert is scheduled for December 3 (today) at Mahalaxmi Race Course in Mumbai. BookMyShow Live, the live entertainment experiential wing of BookMyShow, is the producer and promoter for the band’s debut concert in India. Live Nation is the global producer of the tour.