The Red Hot Chili Peppers were formed in Los Angeles by Kiedis, Flea, guitarist Hillel Slovak and drummer Jack Irons. Due to commitments to other bands, Slovak and Irons did not play on the band's 1984 self-titled debut album, which instead featured guitarist Jack Sherman and drummer Cliff Martinez. Slovak rejoined for their second album, Freaky Styley (1985), and Irons for their third, The Uplift Mofo Party Plan (1987). Irons left after Slovak died of a drug overdose in June 1988.
With new recruits Frusciante and Smith, the Red Hot Chili Peppers recorded Mother's Milk (1989) and their first major commercial success, Blood Sugar Sex Magik (1991). Frusciante was uncomfortable with their newfound popularity and left abruptly on tour in 1992. After a series of temporary guitarists, he was replaced by Dave Navarro, who appeared on the group's sixth album, One Hot Minute (1995). Although successful, the album failed to match the critical or popular acclaim of Blood Sugar Sex Magik. Frusciante and Kiedis struggled with drug addiction throughout the 1990s.
In 1998, following Navarro's departure, Frusciante rejoined the band. Their seventh album, Californication (1999), became their biggest commercial success, with 16 million copies sold worldwide. By the Way (2002) and Stadium Arcadium (2006) were also successful; Stadium Arcadium was their first album to reach number one on the Billboard 200 chart. Frusciante left again in 2009 to focus on his solo career; he was replaced by Josh Klinghoffer, who appeared on I'm with You (2011) and The Getaway (2016), before Frusciante rejoined in 2019. They released their 12th album, Unlimited Love, in 2022.
The Chili Peppers' mix of hard rock, funk and hip hop has influenced genres such as funk metal, rap metal, rap rock and nu metal. Kiedis said the band were early to combine "hardcore funk and hip-hop-style vocals", and suggested they had influenced Limp Bizkit, Kid Rock, and Linkin Park. Smith said, "Certainly Anthony's singing style and voice lends itself to being unique, and nobody sounds like him. The cool thing about it is we can play any style of music whether it's hard and fast, or loud or quiet, slow or medium, whatever it is; rock or funk, and it still sounds like us. I'm proud of that because sometimes bands don't have that strong personality where you go, 'Oh, that's boom, right away.'"
The Chili Peppers were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame In April 2012. The induction lineup was Kiedis, Flea, Smith, Klinghoffer, Frusciante, Slovak (represented by his brother James), Irons and Martinez; Frusciante was invited, but did not attend. Navarro and Sherman were not inducted; Sherman said he felt "dishonored". The band performed "By the Way", "Give It Away" and "Higher Ground", which included Irons and Martinez on drums. It was the first time Kiedis and Flea had performed with Irons in more than 20 years.
In 2003, Rolling Stone released their first list of the "500 Greatest Albums of All Time", with Blood Sugar Sex Magik at 310 and Californication at 399. In 2012, a revised list was released, with Californication at 401. In 2020, Rolling Stone released another version of the list, with Blood Sugar Sex Magik at 186 and Californication at 286.
The band received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on March 31, 2022. George Clinton, Woody Harrelson and Bob Forrest unveiled the star at the ceremony.
Around the World
Red Hot Chili Peppers Lyrics
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Rompin' and a-stompin' 'cause I'm in my prime
Born in the North and sworn to entertain ya
'Cause I'm down for the state of Pennsylvania
I try not to whine, but I must warn ya
'Bout the motherfuckin' girls from California
Alabama baby said, "Hallelujah"
Good God, girl, I wish I knew ya
I know, I know for sure
That life is beautiful around the world
Well, I know, I know it's you
You say, "Hello" and then I say, "I do"
Come back, baby, 'cause I'd like to say
I've been around the world, back from Bombay
Fox hole love, pie in your face
Livin' in and out of a big fat suitcase
Bonafide ride, step aside, Mike Johnson
Yes, I could, in the woods of Wisconsin
Wake up the cake, it's a lake, she's kissin' me
As they do when they do in Sicily
I know, I know for sure
That life is beautiful around the world
Well, I know, I know it's you
You say, "Hello" and then I say, "I do"
Where you wanna go? Who you wanna be?
What you wanna do? Just come with me
Oh, I saw God and I saw the fountains
You and me, girl, sittin' in the Swiss mountains
Me, oh my, oh, me and Guy O
Freer than a bird 'cause we're rockin' Ohio
Around the world, I feel dutiful
Take a wife 'cause life is beautiful
I know, I know for sure
Ding, dang, dong, dong, ding, ding, dong, dong, ding, dang
Well, I know, I know it's you
Ding, dang, dong, dong, ding, ding, dong, dong, ding, dang
Mother Russia, do not suffer, I know you're bold enough
I've been around the world and I have seen your love
Well, I know, I know it's you
You say, "Hello" and then I say, "I do"
The Red Hot Chili Peppers' song "Around the World" is an energetic and exuberant ode to wanderlust and the pursuit of pleasure. The lyrics speak to a desire to explore and experience all that the world has to offer, whether it be through travel, romance, or simply letting loose and having a good time. The opening lines of the song set the tone for the rest of the lyrical content, with lead singer Anthony Kiedis proclaiming "All around the world, we could make time / Rompin' and a-stompin' 'cause I'm in my prime."
Throughout the song, Kiedis name-checks various locations and regions, from his home state of Pennsylvania to the beaches of California and the mountains of Switzerland. Along the way, he encounters a range of characters, from "motherfucking girls from California" to a "Bonafide ride" named Mike Johnson. The chorus of the song serves as a declaration of the joy and beauty to be found in life, no matter where one goes or what adventures one undertakes.
One notable aspect of "Around the World" is its use of scat singing and onomatopoeic vocalizations, particularly in the bridge section where Kiedis repeatedly sings "ding, dang, dong, dong, ding, ding, dong, dong, ding, dang." This adds to the sense of playful spontaneity and improvisation that characterizes the track as a whole.
Overall, "Around the World" is a celebration of the wild and unpredictable nature of life, with its many highs and lows. It encourages listeners to embrace the journey and the experiences that come with it, no matter what obstacles may arise.
Line by Line Meaning
All around the world, we could make time
No matter where we are in the world, we can always find time to enjoy each other's company.
Rompin' and a-stompin' 'cause I'm in my prime
I'm feeling great and full of energy, ready to have fun and dance the night away.
Born in the North and sworn to entertain ya
I was born in the northern part of the United States and I'm committed to entertaining you.
'Cause I'm down for the state of Pennsylvania
I love the state of Pennsylvania and I'm happy to be from there.
I try not to whine, but I must warn ya
I don't want to complain, but I need to let you know about the difficult girls from California.
'Bout the motherfuckin' girls from California
I need to tell you about the troublesome girls from California.
Alabama baby said, "Hallelujah"
I met a girl from Alabama who exclaimed "Hallelujah" out of excitement or happiness.
Good God, girl, I wish I knew ya
I'm really interested in getting to know this girl better.
I know, I know for sure
I am confident and sure of my beliefs and feelings.
That life is beautiful around the world
Life is a beautiful experience that can be enjoyed no matter where we are in the world.
Well, I know, I know it's you
I know that you are the one for me.
You say, "Hello" and then I say, "I do"
Just a simple greeting from you is enough to make me fall in love with you.
Come back, baby, 'cause I'd like to say
I want you to come back to me so that I can express my feelings to you.
I've been around the world, back from Bombay
I've traveled far and wide, even to the city of Bombay and back.
Fox hole love, pie in your face
We have a playful and whimsical kind of love, like a game of hide-and-seek and a prank involving a pie in the face.
Livin' in and out of a big fat suitcase
My life involves a lot of traveling and living out of a suitcase, but it's worth it to see the beauty of the world.
Bonafide ride, step aside, Mike Johnson
I have a legitimate and impressive way of traveling and I'm asking Mike Johnson to move out of my way.
Yes, I could, in the woods of Wisconsin
I'm capable of having fun and finding adventure in even the most unexpected of places, like the woods of Wisconsin.
Wake up the cake, it's a lake, she's kissin' me
I wake up to find my girlfriend kissing me by a lake while someone else is preparing a cake.
As they do when they do in Sicily
The kiss we shared by the lake was passionate and reminiscent of the way people kiss in Sicily.
Where you wanna go? Who you wanna be?
Let's talk about where you want to travel and who you want to become in the future.
What you wanna do? Just come with me
Whatever your heart desires, just come with me and let's make it a reality.
Oh, I saw God and I saw the fountains
I had a spiritual experience and saw God, as well as beautiful fountains.
You and me, girl, sittin' in the Swiss mountains
Just you and me, sitting together in the exquisite beauty of the Swiss mountains.
Me, oh my, oh, me and Guy O
Guy O and I are having a great time together, full of excitement and adventure.
Freer than a bird 'cause we're rockin' Ohio
We feel free and unencumbered, like birds, because we are rocking out in Ohio.
Around the world, I feel dutiful
Traveling around the world makes me feel responsible and committed to experiencing everything the world has to offer.
Take a wife 'cause life is beautiful
Life is too beautiful to experience alone, so I want to find a partner and get married.
Ding, dang, dong, dong, ding, ding, dong, dong, ding, dang
These nonsensical words are just a playful addition to the song, adding to its overall vibe and energy.
Mother Russia, do not suffer, I know you're bold enough
To the country of Russia, I encourage you to be strong and not suffer. I know you have the boldness to overcome any challenges.
I've been around the world and I have seen your love
As someone who has traveled extensively, I have seen the love and beauty present in Russia.
You say, "Hello" and then I say, "I do"
Even just a simple greeting from you is enough to make me fall in love with you.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Michael Peter Balzary, John Anthony Frusciante, Anthony Kiedis, Chad Gaylord Smith
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on Californication
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Young girls aspire to Hollywood fame and fortune while reciting memorable movie quotes
If you desire superficial fame and materialistic success, California is the place to be
California represents the epitome of the quintessential Western society
Although the sun rises in the East, California remains a constant and established location in contrast to the ever-changing world
Hollywood creates and sells the illusion of the California dream
Spend a lot of money to prevent or delay the physical symptoms of aging
The superficial appearance of celebrities can be deceiving; they may be fighting a personal battle to maintain their image
The rarities and impossible things that are unique to California
The explicit and suggestive nature of the entertainment industry in California
Marry me and be my inspiration to create new things and leave a mark in the world
Young women with information and resources at their disposal may make decisions that lead them down certain paths, such as becoming pregnant at a young age
Owning a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame is a symbol of achieving fame and fortune, representative of the Californian dream
Despite space being seen as the most uncertain and mysterious frontier, the idea of it is created by Hollywood and is not a reality
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The fictional planet Alderaan from Star Wars represents another aspect of the Californian dream or illusion created by Hollywood
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Everyone has experienced being controlled or manipulating others in some way, which is not limited to people being on vacation
While destruction can lead to difficult times, it can also provide the opportunity for new and creative things to be born
Earthquakes, which may be seen as destructive and terrifying, can also be seen as inspiring or beneficial, similar to how a girl's guitar strings vibrate to produce beautiful music
Even in the face of disaster, the draw and allure of the Californian dream or illusion created by Hollywood remains strong
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