Californication
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Psychic spies from China try to steal your mind's elation
And little girls from Sweden dream of silver screen quotation
And if you want these kind of dreams it's Californication

It's the edge of the world and all of western civilization
The sun may rise in the East at least it's settled in a final location
It's understood that Hollywood sells Californication
Pay your surgeon very well to break the spell of aging
Celebrity skin is this your chin or is that war you're waging?

Firstborn unicorn
Hardcore soft porn
Dream of Californication
Dream of Californication
Dream of Californication
Dream of Californication

Marry me girl, be my fairy to the world, be my very own constellation
A teenage bride with a baby inside getting high on information
And buy me a star on the boulevard, it's Californication

Space may be the final frontier but it's made in a Hollywood basement
And Cobain can you hear the spheres singing songs off Station To Station?
And Alderaan's not far away, it's Californication

Born and raised by those who praise, control of population
Everybody's been there and I don't mean on vacation

Firstborn unicorn
Hardcore soft porn
Dream of Californication
Dream of Californication
Dream of Californication
Dream of Californication

Destruction leads to a very rough road but it also breeds creation
And earthquakes are to a girl's guitar, they're just another good vibration
And tidal waves couldn't save the world from Californication

Pay your surgeon very well to break the spell of aging
Sicker than the rest, there is no test but this is what you're craving?

Firstborn unicorn
Hardcore soft porn
Dream of Californication
Dream of Californication




Dream of Californication
Dream of Californication

Overall Meaning

"Californication" by Red Hot Chili Peppers is a song that reflects on the dark and seductive side of Hollywood, the city that is a symbol of American pop culture. It begins with the lines "Psychic spies from China try to steal your mind's elation, and little girls from Sweden dream of silver screen quotation," which speaks of the lure of the entertainment industry that attracts people from all over the world. The lyrics suggest that those who seek fame and fortune are giving up control of their minds and lives to the industry.


The second verse, "It's the edge of the world and all of western civilization, the sun may rise in the East at least it's settled in a final location, it's understood that Hollywood sells Californication," paints an apocalyptic image of the state and the lure of the Californian dream. The song suggests that Hollywood has become the epicenter of reality, and it is destroying the old world and establishing a new one in which people are driven by the promise of success and the pursuit of fame.


The lyrics evoke images of teenage brides, fairy-tale dreams, and the desire to be a part of the Hollywood culture. The chorus "Dream of Californication" suggests how the California dream is influencing the masses, and how the mindset of Californication is entwined with the desperate human need for validation.


Line by Line Meaning

Psychic spies from China try to steal your mind's elation
There are outside forces that seek to take away your joy and happiness.


And little girls from Sweden dream of silver screen quotation
People all over the world are captivated by the glamour and allure of Hollywood.


And if you want these kind of dreams it's Californication
California and Hollywood represent a world of dreams and fantasy, and if you desire that kind of life, California is the place to be.


It's the edge of the world and all of western civilization
California is seen as an escape from the ordinary and mundane, and is viewed as the frontier of western culture.


The sun may rise in the East at least it's settled in a final location
While the natural order of the world may not always make sense, California and its culture are fixed and stable.


It's understood that Hollywood sells Californication
Hollywood markets an image of California that is desirable and alluring to many people around the world.


Pay your surgeon very well to break the spell of aging
People will go to great lengths to defy the natural aging process, even if it means paying exorbitant fees to cosmetic surgeons.


Celebrity skin is this your chin or is that war you're waging?
Celebrities are scrutinized and judged for their appearance and it's unclear whether they are trying to improve their looks or entering into a battle against aging.


Firstborn unicorn
The idea of a unicorn being born for the first time is symbolic of the innocence and beauty of something new and precious.


Hardcore soft porn
The juxtaposition of hardcore and soft porn represents the duality of human nature, and how society can be both beautiful and depraved.


Dream of Californication
The repeated refrain is a manifestation of the desire for the fantasy and glamour of California and Hollywood.


Marry me girl, be my fairy to the world, be my very own constellation
The artist is asking someone to symbolically guide and illuminate his life, as if they were a magical fairy or constellation.


A teenage bride with a baby inside getting high on information
Youthful exuberance and a thirst for knowledge and life experiences can sometimes lead to unexpected and unconventional situations, like teenage pregnancy.


And buy me a star on the boulevard, it's Californication
The desire to achieve fame and fortune is a driving force of the California dream, and is symbolized by the stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.


Space may be the final frontier but it's made in a Hollywood basement
The idea of space exploration is a metaphor for the unknown and limitless possibilities, but the reality is that Hollywood and its special effects create the illusion of that exploration.


And Cobain can you hear the spheres singing songs off Station To Station?
Kurt Cobain, the late musician, is used as a reference to the idea of an afterlife or higher plane of existence, and the music of David Bowie's album 'Station to Station' foreshadows that transcendence.


And Alderaan's not far away, it's Californication
The destruction of Alderaan in Star Wars is used as a metaphor for the homogenization and destruction of different cultures, which can happen in California and Hollywood as well.


Born and raised by those who praise, control of population
Growing up in California means being influenced by a society that values a certain type of lifestyle and way of thinking, and that has the power to shape and control the population.


Everybody's been there and I don't mean on vacation
The California dream is so pervasive that almost everyone has been exposed to it in some way, even if they haven't physically been to California.


Destruction leads to a very rough road but it also breeds creation
While destruction and loss can be painful, they can also lead to growth and the creation of something new.


And earthquakes are to a girl's guitar, they're just another good vibration
Natural disasters and other upheavals can be harnessed and channeled into something beautiful and creative, like music.


And tidal waves couldn't save the world from Californication
The stereotype of California as being superficial and obsessed with fame and fortune is so persistent that even a natural disaster wouldn't be enough to eradicate it entirely.


Sicker than the rest, there is no test but this is what you're craving?
The desire for the California dream is so strong that people are willing to overlook the negatives and focus on the positives, even if it means sacrificing their own well-being.




Lyrics © MoeBeToBlame
Written by: Anthony Kiedis, Michael Balzary, John Anthony Frusciante, Chad Smith

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@user-yz4jo8uk6w

The fact that the producers told rhcp to try & calm down the crowd & they come out and play this is fucking savage 😂

@ARO323

Absolutely the best fuck you they could have given to ‘the man’ 🤣

@user-mk6rg6ef8s

This is not true, the song was on the original setlist, and Hendrix's relatives asked to play a song in his honor.

@ClickToPreview

I was there in the crowd. Maybe it was on the setlist, but it pretty much happened on cue then (!) as morons had lit the outer barrier of the venue on fire a few minutes earlier.

@neshnevin9786

This video is just overwhelming. A massive fire in the audience and Flea playing completely in the nude while the whole band plays an impeccable cover of one of Jimmy Hendrix's best songs.

@jeremypr

100%, so epic. rock n roll

@gioravalico550

agreed. seriously one of the best rock'n'roll videos on youtube. 2:46 of pure juice.. this belongs in a museum.

@km6xu

@@jeremypr, yep, this one definitely "goes to eleven." :)

@renansantos5965

closer to the 2000 year. This is a moment in history that never will happen something similar.

@Scramble4r

I was there!

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