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I Like Dirt
Red Hot Chili Peppers Lyrics


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Some come up and some come young
Live to love and give good tongue
Sit down, get down in the sun
Rocket to the woman is on the one

Well, I like dirt, well, I like dirt, well, I like dirt

The Earth is made of dirt and wood
And I'd be water if I could
Live in a dream in your stream
Live in a dream
Some come up and some come young
Live to love and give good tongue
Sit down, get down in the sun
Rocket to the woman is on the one

I like dirt, I like dirt
I like dirt, I like dirt

Some come slow and overload
Must roll over when you're told
Let's unzip and let's unfold
A letter to the pet better get it to go

Well, I like dirt, well, I like dirt, well, I like dirt

Space is made of everything
And I'd be fire that I bring
Live in a dream in your spring
Live in a dream

Some come slow and overload
Must roll over when you're told
Let's unzip and let's unfold
A letter to the pet better get it to go

I like dirt, I like dirt
I like dirt, I like dirt

Some come up and some come young
Live to love and give good tongue
Sit down, get down in the sun
Rocket to the woman is on the one

I like dirt, I like dirt
I like dirt, I like dirt

Some come up and some come young
Live to love and give good tongue
Sit down, get down in the sun
Rocket to the woman is on the one

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "I Like Dirt" by Red Hot Chili Peppers are quite abstract and open to interpretation. At first glance, the song appears to be about the singer's love for dirt, but as one delves deeper into the lyrics, it becomes apparent that the song is about appreciating the basic elements that make up our world. The Earth is made of dirt and wood, and the singer would be water if he could. Similarly, space is made of everything, and the singer would bring fire if he could. These elements are all necessary for life to exist, and the song seems to be celebrating their importance.


Furthermore, the lyrics also seem to be about living life to the fullest and being in touch with one's desires. The line "live to love and give good tongue" can be interpreted as living a life of passion and expressing oneself freely. The reference to "rocket to the woman" may be about sexual desire or a metaphor for pursuing one's dreams.


Overall, "I Like Dirt" is a song about embracing the simple things in life, enjoying the present moment, and living a life of passion and desire.


Line by Line Meaning

Some come up and some come young
People grow and mature at different rates


Live to love and give good tongue
Be passionate and expressive in your speech and actions


Sit down, get down in the sun
Relax and enjoy the warmth and light of life


Rocket to the woman is on the one
Take off and pursue your desires boldly


Well, I like dirt, well, I like dirt, well, I like dirt
I appreciate the natural and earthy aspects of life


The Earth is made of dirt and wood
The planet we live on is made of natural elements


And I'd be water if I could
I wish I could have the fluid and adaptable qualities of water


Live in a dream in your stream
Create a reality that aligns with your desires and imagination


Some come slow and overload
Some people take their time but eventually become overwhelmed


Must roll over when you're told
Some people are submissive and follow instructions without question


Let's unzip and let's unfold
Let's be open and reveal our true selves


A letter to the pet better get it to go
Send a message to your lover and make sure they receive it


Space is made of everything
The universe is comprised of all types of matter and energy


And I'd be fire that I bring
I want to bring energy and passion into the world


Live in a dream in your spring
Create a reality that aligns with your desires and imagination


I like dirt, I like dirt
I appreciate the natural and earthy aspects of life


I like dirt, I like dirt
I appreciate the natural and earthy aspects of life


Some come up and some come young
People grow and mature at different rates


Live to love and give good tongue
Be passionate and expressive in your speech and actions


Sit down, get down in the sun
Relax and enjoy the warmth and light of life


Rocket to the woman is on the one
Take off and pursue your desires boldly


I like dirt, I like dirt
I appreciate the natural and earthy aspects of life


I like dirt, I like dirt
I appreciate the natural and earthy aspects of life


Some come up and some come young
People grow and mature at different rates


Live to love and give good tongue
Be passionate and expressive in your speech and actions


Sit down, get down in the sun
Relax and enjoy the warmth and light of life


Rocket to the woman is on the one
Take off and pursue your desires boldly




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Michael Peter Balzary, John Anthony Frusciante, Anthony Kiedis, Chad Gaylord Smith

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