title: mysql: show databases doesn't show any databases
body: <p>I am new to using MySQL on a Mac. I am trying to show all the default databases but nothing is showing up when I use the command "show databases".</p>
  
  <p>I have tried uppercase and lowercase. As well as using a semicolon and without it.</p>
  
  <p>-> show databases 
      -> </p>
  
  <p>SHOW DATABASES;
  ERROR 1064 (42000): You have an error in your SQL syntax; check the manual that corresponds to your MySQL server version for the right syntax to use near 'SHOW DATABASES' at line 2</p>
  
  <p>I am trying to see the default databases in MySQL before proceeding</p>