Josh Adam Klinghoffer (born October 3, 1979) is an American musician best k… Read Full Bio ↴Josh Adam Klinghoffer (born October 3, 1979) is an American musician best known for being the former guitarist for the rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers from 2009 to 2019, with whom he recorded two studio albums, I'm with You (2011) and The Getaway (2016), and the b-sides compilation, I'm Beside You (2013). Klinghoffer took the place of his friend and frequent collaborator John Frusciante in 2009, after a period as a touring member. Klinghoffer was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the Red Hot Chili Peppers in 2012, becoming the Hall of Fame's youngest-ever living inductee at age 32, passing Stevie Wonder, who was 38 when he was inducted. His solo debut album To Be One with You, under the pseudonym of Pluralone, was released on November 22, 2019.

A multi-instrumentalist, Klinghoffer also fronts the alternative rock band Dot Hacker, a group made up of former touring members of Gnarls Barkley, of which Klinghoffer was a member from 2006–2008. He is also a former member of the bands Ataxia, Warpaint and The Bicycle Thief. Klinghoffer most commonly plays guitar or drums, and sings backup as well as lead vocals. He has also both recorded and toured as a session musician with notable artists including PJ Harvey, Beck, the Butthole Surfers, Vincent Gallo, Sparks and Golden Shoulders. Klinghoffer also releases solo materials under the name Pluralone, originally a working title for the group Dot Hacker.

At Your Enemies
Josh Klinghoffer Lyrics

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Operate with full knowledge of
What will become of them
I surrounded a jail is sickening
God fear in man, who were there who were me

and open up your cares world
Let them at your enemies

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Josh Klinghoffer's song "At Your Enemies" seem to be referring to a sense of self-awareness and self-reflection that allows one to understand the consequences of their actions. The first line "Operate with full knowledge of what will become of them" gives a sense of agency and responsibility, as if the singer is aware of their role in shaping the future. The line "I surrounded a jail is sickening" could be interpreted as a commentary on the prison-industrial complex, the idea that such institutions are not only ineffective at reducing crime, but also actively harmful to society. The following line "God fear in man, who were there who were me" could be understood as a recognition of the potential for cruelty and violence within all of us, as well as a sense of empathy for those who have been victimized.

The next line "and open up your cares world, let them at your enemies" seems to be encouraging the listener to embrace vulnerability and openness, rather than succumbing to fear or mistrust. The phrase "let them at your enemies" could be interpreted as a call to confront one's fears and prejudices, rather than retreat into isolation. Overall, the song seems to be invoking a sense of mindfulness and compassion, as well as a recognition of the interconnectedness of all beings.

Line by Line Meaning

Operate with full knowledge of
Understand the situation completely before taking action

What will become of them
Consider the consequences of your actions on others

I surrounded a jail is sickening
Seeing people locked up and controlled is disturbing

God fear in man, who were there who were me
Fear of a higher power can influence and control a person's actions

and open up your cares world
Allow yourself to be vulnerable and share your concerns

Let them at your enemies
Face your adversaries and confront them directly

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