Parallel Universe
Red Hot Chili Peppers/Musicfire.in Lyrics
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It's getting harder and harder to tell what came first
I'm underwater where thoughts can breathe easily
Far away you were made in a sea, just like me
Christ, I'm a sidewinder
I'm a California King
I swear it's everywhere, oh
Staring straight up into the sky, oh, my, my
A solar system that fits in your eye, microcosm
You could die but you're never dead, spider web
Take a look at the stars in your head, fields of space kid
Christ, I'm a sidewinder
I'm a California King
I swear it's everywhere, oh
It's everything
Christ, I'm a sidewinder
I'm a California King
I swear it's everywhere, oh
It's everything
Psychic changes are born in your heart, entertain
A nervous breakthrough that makes us the same, bless your heart, girl
Kill the pressure it's raining on, salty cheeks
When you hear the beloved song, I am with you
Christ, I'm a sidewinder
I'm a California King
I swear it's everywhere, oh
It's everything
Christ, I'm a sidewinder
I'm a California King
I swear it's everywhere, oh
It's everything
The song "Parallel Universe" by the Red Hot Chili Peppers is about alternate realities and the interconnectedness of everything in the universe. The lyrics suggest that the singer is living in a parallel universe, where it's difficult to distinguish what came first, and that thoughts can breathe easily underwater. The line "far away you were made in a sea, just like me" could suggest that everyone, no matter where they come from, is made up of the same elements and therefore, connected.
One interpretation of the lines "Christ, I'm a sidewinder, I'm a California king" is that the singer is feeling unsure of their place in this world - feeling like they don’t fit in or that they are different than others, like a sidewinder snake or a California king snake, both of which are unique and powerful creatures. The song emphasizes that this feeling is everywhere and everything, suggesting that everyone experiences this feeling at one point or another.
The line "Take a look at the stars in your head, fields of space kid" may suggest that there is infinite potential in one's mind, much like the vastness of space. The line "Psychic changes are born in your heart, entertain" may suggest that changes in one's perspective and outlook in life come from within and can be entertained, embraced and appreciated. The song ends with "When you hear the beloved song, I am with you", reminding the listener that they are not alone in this parallel universe and that they are interconnected with the rest of the universe.
Line by Line Meaning
Deep inside of a parallel universe
The singer is describing a universe that exists alongside our own.
It's getting harder and harder to tell what came first
The singer is becoming increasingly confused about the order of events in this parallel universe.
I'm underwater where thoughts can breathe easily
The singer feels comfortable and at ease in this parallel universe.
Far away you were made in a sea, just like me
The artist senses that there are others like them in this parallel universe.
Christ, I'm a sidewinder
The artist feels like they are slithering and moving in unexpected ways.
I'm a California King
The singer feels powerful and in control.
I swear it's everywhere, oh
The singer is convinced that their perspective is accurate and all-encompassing.
It's everything
The artist's experience of this parallel universe is all-encompassing and all-important.
Staring straight up into the sky, oh, my, my
The artist is gazing up at the sky in awe and wonder.
A solar system that fits in your eye, microcosm
The artist feels small in comparison to the vastness of the universe.
You could die but you're never dead, spider web
The singer is reflecting on the fragility of life and the connectedness of all things.
Take a look at the stars in your head, fields of space kid
The artist is suggesting that we all have an inner universe that we can explore.
Psychic changes are born in your heart, entertain
The singer is acknowledging the transformative power of our emotional experiences.
A nervous breakthrough that makes us the same, bless your heart, girl
The singer believes that we all have the potential for personal growth and transformation.
Kill the pressure it's raining on, salty cheeks
The singer is urging us to release our emotional burdens and let go of our stress.
When you hear the beloved song, I am with you
The artist is offering support and solidarity to those who are feeling alone or overwhelmed.
Lyrics © MoeBeToBlame, 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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“Intro” 0:24 - 2:00
2. “By the Way” 2:03 - 6:25
3. “Scar Tissue” 6:26 - 10:10
4. “Around the World ” 11:06 - 14:57
5. “Maybe” (cover by John Frusciante) 15:10 - 16:33
6. “Universally Speaking” 16:58 - 21:01
7. “Parallel Universe” 22:27 - 27:00
8. “The Zephyr Song” 27:38 - 31:23
9. “Throw Away Your Television” 31:50 - 37:29
10. “Havana Affair” (Ramones cover) 38:03 - 40:07
11. “Otherside” 41:20 - 45:35
12. “Purple Stain” 45:52 - 49:48
13. “Don’t Forget Me” 51:18 - 56:18
14. “Right on Time” 56:50 - 58:56
15. “Can’t Stop” 59:26 - 1:04:11
16. “Venice Queen” 1:05:48 - 1:11:47
17. “Give It Away” 1:12:18 - 1:16:47
18. "Jam" 1:22:27 - 1:24:12
19. “Californication” 1:24:14 - 1:29:42
20. “Under the Bridge” 1:30:02 - 1:34:16
21. “The Power of Equality” 1:35:17 - 1:39:15
Claudio Cisternas
“Intro” 0:24 - 2:00
2. “By the Way” 2:03 - 6:25
3. “Scar Tissue” 6:26 - 10:10
4. “Around the World ” 11:06 - 14:57
5. “Maybe” (cover by John Frusciante) 15:10 - 16:33
6. “Universally Speaking” 16:58 - 21:01
7. “Parallel Universe” 22:27 - 27:00
8. “The Zephyr Song” 27:38 - 31:23
9. “Throw Away Your Television” 31:50 - 37:29
10. “Havana Affair” (Ramones cover) 38:03 - 40:07
11. “Otherside” 41:20 - 45:35
12. “Purple Stain” 45:52 - 49:48
13. “Don’t Forget Me” 51:18 - 56:18
14. “Right on Time” 56:50 - 58:56
15. “Can’t Stop” 59:26 - 1:04:11
16. “Venice Queen” 1:05:48 - 1:11:47
17. “Give It Away” 1:12:18 - 1:16:47
18. "Jam" 1:22:27 - 1:24:12
19. “Californication” 1:24:14 - 1:29:42
20. “Under the Bridge” 1:30:02 - 1:34:16
21. “The Power of Equality” 1:35:17 - 1:39:15
POTATHOM
“Intro” 0:24 - 2:00
2. “By the Way” 2:03 - 6:25
3. “Scar Tissue” 6:26 - 10:10
4. “Around the World ” 11:06 - 14:57
5. “Maybe” (cover by John Frusciante) 15:10 - 16:33
6. “Universally Speaking” 16:58 - 21:01
7. “Parallel Universe” 22:27 - 27:00
8. “The Zephyr Song” 27:38 - 31:23
9. “Throw Away Your Television” 31:50 - 37:29
10. “Havana Affair” (Ramones cover) 38:03 - 40:07
11. “Otherside” 41:20 - 45:35
12. “Purple Stain” 45:52 - 49:48
13. “Don’t Forget Me” 51:18 - 56:18
14. “Right on Time” 56:50 - 58:56
15. “Can’t Stop” 59:26 - 1:04:11
16. “Venice Queen” 1:05:48 - 1:11:47
17. “Give It Away” 1:12:18 - 1:16:47
18. "Jam" 1:22:27 - 1:24:12
19. “Californication” 1:24:14 - 1:29:42
20. “Under the Bridge” 1:30:02 - 1:34:16
21. “The Power of Equality” 1:35:17 - 1:39:15
Josh Lockwood
This performance needs to be put on Spotify. Absolutely flawless
Who Ami
x107
Nicolás Quidel
X70
Geoff Budd
x69
haraka hooop
x68
One de Vries
x67
End Of Fate
This is RHCP at their absolute peak.. God's level of perfection.
guitareater69
@Thomas William different strokes for different folks I guess.
B B
@buckbumble and another aspect is they were in there 40’s when they peaked a lot of bands hit that stride at a more younger age imo.
Thomas William
Not really very far from their peak.
Their peak where after Blood Sugar Sex Magic . More energy when they toured for Mother Milk album . After Californication ( maybe after One Hot Minute ) they just became another pop rock band ...