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.
Dreams of a Samurai
Red Hot Chili Peppers Lyrics
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Feeling free that I could be alive
Clearly I'm a contradiction
Too young to be my wife
A peaceful storm is never hectic
Her mellow voice that I could be within
The uniform is anorexic
A metamorphosis samurai
Y'got a little lord fish and I don't know why I got a
Metamorphosis samurai
Paint your face 'cause I'm a black foot
I thought I counted up the fireflies
Close enough to get a good look
Time to mobilize
A metamorphosis samurai
Y'got a little lord fish and I don't know why I got a
Metamorphosis samurai
I'm a lonely lad
I've lost myself out on the range
I don't remember much
So don't ask me I've gone insane
Taking acid in a graveyard
Stealing food to keep the night alive
Every day I try to play hard
Even with my lies
The day they found you on a tour bus
The news was barren as a desert bone
The tabloids made a kind of small fuss
A couple pictures shown
I'm a lonely lad
I've lost myself out on the range
I don't remember much
So don't ask me I've gone insane
Slowly turning into driftwood
No one ever wants to die alone
Thinking that a pretty gift could
Make you less unknown
Dirty sneakers on the pavement
The brilliant features of a common man
See the miracle of your life
No one ever can
I'm a lonely lad
I've lost myself out on the range
I don't remember much
So don't ask me I've gone insane
See the world go by
The changes that we entertain
I don't recall it all
Remember I have gone insane
The opening verse of the song "Dreams of a Samurai" talks about feeling free and alive in a place where one could be naked, which makes you feel both vulnerable and liberated. The lines "standing naked in your kitchen" and "Feeling free that I could be alive" provide a sense of raw honesty and vulnerability. The next line "Clearly I'm a contradiction, too young to be my wife" could mean that the singer is feeling a sense of contradiction within themselves or society. The line "A peaceful storm is never hectic," might refer to feeling calm in a state of chaos. The following lines "her mellow voice that I could be within, The uniform is anorexic, A jealous choice won't win" are about the singer being attracted to someone's voice but also realizing that a jealous choice isn't the right one.
The chorus of the song is about metamorphosis and the lines "A metamorphosis samurai, Y'got a little lord fish and I don't know why I got a, Metamorphosis samurai" keep repeating. A samurai is a symbol of perfection and dedication, whereas metamorphosis represents change and transformation. The lines might refer to the singer going through a personal transformation, and the use of the metaphor of samurai is to highlight that the process is one that requires dedication and courage.
The final verse of the song is about the chaos and destruction that comes with change but also that there is beauty in the mundane. The lines "dirty sneakers on the pavement, the brilliant features of a common man, see the miracle of your life, no one ever can" are about finding beauty in ordinary things and the realization that everyone's life is a miracle.
Line by Line Meaning
Standing naked in your kitchen
Feeling vulnerable and open in your personal space.
Feeling free that I could be alive
Grateful for the opportunity to live.
Clearly I'm a contradiction
Knowing that my actions and beliefs may not align with each other.
Too young to be my wife
Acknowledging that there is an age gap in a romantic relationship.
A peaceful storm is never hectic
Recognizing that even in chaos, there can be a sense of calmness.
Her mellow voice that I could be within
Finding comfort in someone's presence.
The uniform is anorexic
Commenting on how some clothing can be restrictive or unhealthy for one's body.
A jealous choice won't win
Understanding that jealousy can ultimately lead to negative consequences.
A metamorphosis samurai
A transformation of oneself into someone strong and resilient.
Y'got a little lord fish and I don't know why I got a
A nonsensical phrase, possibly referring to having something valuable but not understanding why.
Paint your face 'cause I'm a blackfoot
Expressing oneself through physical appearance and cultural identity.
I thought I counted up the fireflies
Feeling like you've found something special or unique, but realizing there may be more out there.
Close enough to get a good look
Examining something closely to understand it better.
Time to mobilize
A call to action, to move and make changes.
I'm a lonely lad
Acknowledging feelings of loneliness.
I've lost myself out on the range
Feeling disconnected from oneself and their environment.
I don't remember much
Experiencing memory loss or a lack of clarity.
So don't ask me I've gone insane
At a loss for an explanation, potentially due to mental health issues.
Taking acid in a graveyard
Engaging in risky or taboo behavior.
Stealing food to keep the night alive
Doing what is necessary to survive, even if it is wrong.
Every day I try to play hard
Striving to live life to the fullest despite challenges or limitations.
Even with my lies
Acknowledging that there may be dishonesty or deceit present.
The day they found you on a tour bus
A specific instance that triggered a change or realization.
The news was barren as a desert bone
Referring to a lack of meaningful or impactful news coverage.
The tabloids made a kind of small fuss
Commenting on sensationalized news stories that may not be important in the grand scheme of things.
A couple pictures shown
An event reduced to or encapsulated by just a few images.
Slowly turning into driftwood
Feeling stagnant or stuck, losing purpose or direction in life.
No one ever wants to die alone
A universal desire for human connection and companionship.
Thinking that a pretty gift could
Questioning whether material possessions can provide happiness or fulfillment.
Make you less unknown
Believing that an outward change or new possession could garner attention or popularity.
Dirty sneakers on the pavement
Trivial, everyday details that make up a bigger picture of reality.
The brilliant features of a common man
Celebrating and recognizing the uniqueness of ordinary people.
See the miracle of your life
Encouraging reflection and appreciation for one's existence and accomplishments.
No one ever can
Implying that no one else can truly understand the intricacies of one's life and experiences.
See the world go by
Observing the passage of time and life events occurring around you.
The changes that we entertain
Acknowledging the inevitability of change and the role it plays in our lives.
I don't recall it all
Experiencing memory lapses or a lack of clarity about past events.
Remember I have gone insane
Claiming or admitting to having lost touch with reality.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: MICHAEL PETER BALZARI, ADAM KLINGHOFFER, ANTHONY KIEDIS, CHAD SMITH
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Alex Alvarez
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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