Road Trippin'
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Road trippin' with my two favorite allies
Fully loaded, we got snacks and supplies
It's time to leave this town, it's time to steal away
Let's go get lost anywhere in the U.S.A.
Let's go get lost, let's go get lost
Blue, you sit so pretty west of the one
Sparkle light with yellow icing, just a mirror for the sun
Just a mirror for the sun
Just a mirror for the sun
These smiling eyes are just a mirror for

So much as come before those battles lost and won
This life is shining more forever in the sun
Now let us check our heads and let us check the surf
Staying high and dry's more trouble than it's worth in the sun

Just a mirror for the sun
Just a mirror for the sun
These smiling eyes are just a mirror for

In Big Sur, we take some time to linger on
We three hunky dory's got our snake finger on
Now let us drink the stars, it's time to steal away
Let's go get lost right here in the U.S.A.
Let's go get lost, let's go get lost
Blue, you sit so pretty west of the one
Sparkle light with yellow icing, just a mirror for the sun

Just a mirror for the sun
Just a mirror for the sun
These smiling eyes are just a mirror for




These smiling eyes are just a mirror for
Your smiling eyes are just a mirror for

Overall Meaning

The song "Road Trippin'" is a nostalgic ode to the freedom and joy of hitting the open road with good company. The opening lines set the scene: the singer is traveling with their two "favorite allies," with all necessary supplies, and they're eager to "get lost anywhere in the U.S.A." The repeated refrain of "let's go get lost" emphasizes the sense of adventure and spontaneity that comes with a road trip.


As the song continues, the focus shifts to the beauty of the California coast. The line "Blue, you sit so pretty west of the one" refers to Highway 1, which runs along the Pacific Ocean and provides stunning views. The imagery of "sparkle light with yellow icing" suggests a sunset or sunrise, and again emphasizes the beauty of the natural world.


The song's chorus ("just a mirror for the sun...these smiling eyes are just a mirror for") is more abstract, but likely refers to the idea of reflection and the way that the sun and the natural world can provide a sense of perspective to those who immerse themselves in it. The lines "so much has come before those battles lost and won/this life is shining more forever in the sun" suggest that despite the struggles and hardships of life, the beauty of nature endures and provides a sense of hope and renewal.


Line by Line Meaning

Road trippin' with my two favorite allies
Embarking on a journey with my two closest companions


Fully loaded, we got snacks and supplies
Well-prepared with ample food and necessities


It's time to leave this town, it's time to steal away
Leaving behind the current location to depart secretly


Let's go get lost anywhere in the U.S.A.
Going on an adventure in America with no specific destination


Let's go get lost, let's go get lost
Expressing eagerness for the journey ahead


Blue, you sit so pretty west of the one
Commenting on the beauty of the ocean seen from Highway 1


Sparkle light with yellow icing, just a mirror for the sun
Describing the picturesque sunlight reflecting on the ocean


Just a mirror for the sun
The ocean serves as a reflection of the sun's light


These smiling eyes are just a mirror for
My joyful expression reflects the beauty of the scenery


So much as come before those battles lost and won
Reflecting on past experiences of both success and failure


This life is shining more forever in the sun
Appreciating the beauty and radiance of life


Now let us check our heads and let us check the surf
Taking a moment to prepare and assess the situation


Staying high and dry's more trouble than it's worth in the sun
It's more enjoyable to take risks and have fun than to play it safe


In Big Sur, we take some time to linger on
Taking a break to admire the scenery in Big Sur


We three hunky dory's got our snake finger on
Feeling confident and empowered with our snake tattoos


Now let us drink the stars, it's time to steal away
Taking time to appreciate the beauty of the night sky


Let's go get lost right here in the U.S.A.
Continuing the journey with a sense of adventure


Your smiling eyes are just a mirror for
Your happy expression is like a reflection of the beauty around us




Lyrics Š MoeBeToBlame, Peermusic Publishing, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: Michael Peter Balzary, John Anthony Frusciante, Anthony Kiedis, Chad Gaylord Smith

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@fndzyi

Road trippin' with my two favorite allies
Fully loaded we got snacks and supplies
It's time to leave this town, it's time to steal away
Let's go get lost anywhere in the USA
Let's go get lost, let's go get lost
Blue, you sit so pretty west of the one
Sparkles light with yellow icing, just a mirror for the sun
Just a mirror for the sun
Just a mirror for the sun
These smiling eyes are just a mirror for
So much as come before those battles lost and won
This life is shining more forever in the sun
Now let us check our heads and let us check the surf
Staying high and dry's more trouble than it's worth in the sun
Just a mirror for the sun
Just a mirror for the sun
These smiling eyes are just a mirror for
In Big Sur we take some time to linger on
We three hunky-dory's got our snakefinger on
Now let us drink the stars, it's time to steal away
Let's go get lost right here in the USA
Let's go get lost, let's go get lost
Blue, you sit so pretty west of the one
Sparkles light with yellow icing, just a mirror for the sun
Just a mirror for the sun
Just a mirror for the sun
These smiling eyes are just a mirror for
These smiling eyes are just a mirror for
Your smiling eyes are just a mirror for



@cicitmungil

Folks Lyric Meaning :

1. "...This song is about a trip Anthony Kiedis took in rural California with John Frusciante and Flea: "Road Trippin with my two favorite allies." This trip consolidated their friendship in this new phase of The Red Hot Chili Peppers. The song reflects a more mature Kiedis, who wrote about this friendship triangle in "Under The Bridge" when he felt left out."

2. "... like the line "these smiling eyes are just a mirror for [the sun]"

it's an alternate way of looking at the value we place on ourselves as individuals. We look out from our eyes and see the world as though we were the center of it, and as though the world revolves around us. We are the main character in the story. But in this, our eyes are so much more insignificant. Simply mirrors for the sun.

It's humbling- but not debasing. I think the intent is not to say that we are worthless, but to say that we are small. Juxtaposed with the rest of the song, we need to let go because we are small and not significant, and must make the most of what we have. For them, it is hitting the surf. For another, it might be devotion to ones family, or religion, or the environment, or cooking if they love that- but do what is important to you, and remember your eyes are just a mirror for the sun."

3. "...to me this song means getting away with the people that mean most to you and it doesnt mater where you go, as long as the company is right your'e gonna have a good time and get away from your problem for a while"

Song Fact :
~ This is one of the few Red Hot Chili Peppers songs with no drums. Drummer Chad Smith appears only briefly at the end of the video, arriving in a boat

~ The Peppers used a Chamberlin Organ on this song to get the sort of orchestral sound. According to Anthony Kiedis and Chad Smith's interview on Music Express, the original intention was to get legendary Led Zeppelin musician John Paul Jones to arrange that part. They decided against it after seeing how much it would cost them.



All comments from YouTube:

@RedHotChiliPeppers

On this day in 2000, the music video for “Road Trippin’” was released. Directed by Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris.

@guliovictorioriccirubio5175

remember nostalgically enjoyed this video .... I was a teenager watching MTV 

@jaddeengell

***** si

@marcelaparenti9376

LOS AMOOOO!!!,Y ESTE VIDEO EN PARTICULAR.GRACIAS

@DanielNava12031985

Para mi, una de las mejores bandas de la historia del rock. Que buena mĂşsica.

@Carollimmah

My tribute to this lovely song/band: http://soundcloud.com/kansuproject-1/road-trippin

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@hdmat101

Chad's talent really shines in this song

@iolo1920

Bruh

@raiame9977

That's true. A good drummer
knows when to play and when not. This song wouldn't be the same if there was drums in it

@EZal17

@@raiame9977 wonder how it’d sound if it were somewhat slower, but had percussion

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