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.
Don't Forget Me
Red Hot Chili Peppers Lyrics
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Make you feel warm
Make you want to reassume
Now we know it all for sure
I'm a dancehall, dirty break beat
Make the snow fall up from underneath your feet
Not alone, I'll be there
Tell me when you want to go
I'm a meth lab, first rehab
Take it all off and step inside the running cab
There's a love that knows the way
I'm the rainbow in your jail cell
All the memories of everything you've ever smelled
Not alone, I'll be there
Tell me when you want to go
Oh (sideways falling, more will be revealed, my friend)
Don't forget me, I can't hide it (sideways falling)
Come again, get me excited (more will be revealed, my friend)
I'm an inbred and a pothead
Two legs that you spread inside the tool shed
Now we know it all for sure
I could show you to the free field
Overcome and more will always be revealed
Not alone, I'll be there
Tell me when you want to go
Oh, and (sideways falling, more will be revealed, my friend)
Don't forget me, I can't hide it (sideways falling)
Come again, get me excited (more will be revealed, my friend)
Oh, and (sideways falling, more will be revealed, my friend)
Don't forget me, I can't hide it (sideways falling)
There's a match, now let me light it (more will be revealed, my friend)
I'm the bloodstain on your shirt sleeve
Coming down and more, coming to believe
Now we know it all for sure
Make the hair stand up on your arm
Teach you how to dance inside the funny farm
Not alone, I'll be there
Tell me when you want to go
I'll be there, tell me when you want to go
Come again, and tell me when you want to go
More will be revealed my friend
"Don't Forget Me" is a song by Red Hot Chili Peppers from their album By the Way. The song is about the closeness between two people and that one person will always be there for the other, no matter the circumstances or their respective triumphs or losses. The lyrics present a series of metaphors that reflect different aspects of life and the human condition, such as drug abuse, love, regret, and redemption.
In the opening lines, "I'm an ocean in your bedroom/ Make you feel warm/ Make you want to reassume/ Now we know it all for sure," the singer compares themselves to a body of water that's always present in the background, providing comfort and security. The second verse describes the singer as a "meth lab" and "first rehab" which reflects the experiences of addiction and recovery. The third verse makes an allusion to homosexuality with "Two legs that you spread inside the tool shed."
Overall, the song can be interpreted as a reflection on the ups and downs of life and relationships, with the singer finding comfort and guidance in the fact that they will always be there for the other person.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm an ocean in your bedroom
I have a calming and soothing effect on you, just like the ocean does.
Make you feel warm
I make you feel comfortable and content.
Make you want to reassume
I make you want to reclaim your former self and feel good about it.
Now we know it all for sure
We have understood everything clearly and definitively.
I'm a dancehall, dirty break beat
I'm like a music genre that makes you want to dance and move unconventionally.
Make the snow fall up from underneath your feet
I have the power to make you feel like you're floating or weightless.
Not alone, I'll be there
You're not on your own, I'll always be there for you.
Tell me when you want to go
Let me know when you're ready to embark on something new or exciting.
I'm a meth lab, first rehab
I represent addiction and recovery, which are both challenging and transformative experiences.
Take it all off and step inside the running cab
Strip away all the ways you mask your true self and take a ride with me in the present moment.
There's a love that knows the way
There's a love that is guiding and directing us.
I'm the rainbow in your jail cell
I embody hope and promise, even in the midst of difficult or limiting circumstances.
All the memories of everything you've ever smelled
I capture and retain memories that are often left unnoticed or forgotten.
Oh (sideways falling, more will be revealed, my friend)
Oh (despite the setbacks, there's always more to discover and learn, my friend).
Don't forget me, I can't hide it (sideways falling)
Don't forget about me, I can't conceal my existence or influence on you (despite the setbacks).
Come again, get me excited (more will be revealed, my friend)
Come back to me and get me excited (because there's always more to explore and uncover, my friend).
I'm an inbred and a pothead
I represent an unconventional or nonconformist lifestyle.
Two legs that you spread inside the tool shed
I symbolize breaking societal norms and engaging in taboo behaviors.
I could show you to the free field
I can guide you towards a space or mindset of freedom and liberation.
Overcome and more will always be revealed
Overcome your challenges or obstacles, and you will continue to discover, learn, and grow.
Oh, and (sideways falling, more will be revealed, my friend)
Oh, and (despite the setbacks, there's always more to discover and learn, my friend).
Don't forget me, I can't hide it (sideways falling)
Don't forget about me, I can't conceal my existence or influence on you (despite the setbacks).
There's a match, now let me light it (more will be revealed, my friend)
There is a spark, let me ignite it and let us continue to discover and learn (my friend).
I'm the bloodstain on your shirt sleeve
I represent the memories and experiences that you carry with you wherever you go.
Coming down and more, coming to believe
Despite any failures or setbacks, continue to learn and grow in your beliefs and experiences.
Make the hair stand up on your arm
I evoke a primal or emotional response in you.
Teach you how to dance inside the funny farm
I can instruct you on how to navigate uncomfortable or challenging situations with grace and humor.
I'll be there, tell me when you want to go
I'll always be there for you, let me know when you're ready for something new.
Come again, and tell me when you want to go
Come back and let me know when you're ready to embark on a new adventure.
More will be revealed my friend
There is always more to discover and learn (my friend).
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: MICHAEL BALZARY, JOHN FRUSCIANTE, ANTHONY KIEDIS, CHAD SMITH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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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
People in California are often raised with the idea that control over population is important and necessary
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
There is no way to measure someone's mental or emotional state, but perhaps you crave these superficial things that come with the Californian illusion
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