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.
Organic Anti-Beat Box Band
Red Hot Chili Peppers Lyrics
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Can you dig it, can you dig it
Welcome friends to my thoughts of when
The 'Fax City Four' were four young men
Time has come, now we jam
With the uplift mofo party plan
We're the organic anti-beat box band
Another was born an Australian
Me I'm from Michigan
But Hollywood is the land of lands
It's a Hollywood jam
We represent the Hollywood kids
Hollywood is where we live
We represent the Hollywood kids
Organic anti-beat box band
Life is grand in the land of lands
The mind does boggle the mind expands
The anarchy for have manned their craft
Get on your knees and shake your ass
To the jam that is
We don't ask we demand
That you and your clan
Listen now to this jam
To the power of the drummers bad
It's a Hollywood jam
We represent the Hollywood kids
Hollywood is where we live
We represent the Hollywood kids
Organic anti-beat box band
There's a party in my town at 12:00
There's a party that's rockin' down to the rock
I've got nothin' against hip hop
But there's a party in my town
And no beat box jam that is
The party's got girls the girls got hot
The party's got boys and the boys got socks
Something popped the doors unlocked
House got up ran around the block
Sit down house
Take off your blouse
We represent the Hollywood kids
Hollywood is where we live
Any good friend of the lollipop kids
Over the rainbow with the wiz
We represent the Hollywood kids
Organic anti-beat box band
With the organic anti-beat box band
You just might slam dance that is
It's a Hollywood jam!
The song "Organic Anti-Beat Box Band" by the Red Hot Chili Peppers is a tribute to the band's early days in Hollywood. The song starts with the band members introducing themselves and describing their origins. The song is a nostalgic reflection of the time when the four young men who comprised the "Fax City Four" were just starting out. They talk about their love for music and how they represent the "Hollywood Kids".
The chorus reveals the title of the song - "Organic Anti-Beat Box Band," and tells us that they're against the synthetic sounds of a beat box. The song is an invitation to join the jam, where they celebrate the power of the drummers, and demand you listen to their music. The band wants you to dance, which is why they ask you to "get on your knees and shake your ass." The song ends on a fun note, with the band members inviting their fans to a rocking party in their town.
Overall, the song is about the friendship and passion that brought these young men together and their determination to make it big in Hollywood. It's a reflection of the band's early days and the camaraderie that they built over time.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh yeah!
Expresses excitement and enthusiasm
Can you dig it, can you dig it
Asks the listener if they are able to comprehend and appreciate what is being said
Welcome friends to my thoughts of when
Introduces the start of a reminiscing session
The 'Fax City Four' were four young men
Refers to the band's original lineup
Time has come, now we jam
Indicates readiness to start playing music
With the uplift mofo party plan
Refers to the album of the same name and promises an uplifting experience
We're the organic anti-beat box band
Describes the band's musical style as non-electronic
One comes from the holy land
Refers to band member Flea's Jewish heritage and upbringing in Israel
Another was born an Australian
Refers to fellow band member Cliff Martinez's Australian heritage
Me I'm from Michigan
Refers to lead singer Anthony Kiedis' origin from Michigan
But Hollywood is the land of lands
Acknowledges the place where the band is currently living and making music
We represent the Hollywood kids
Asserts that the band is a representation of the culture and youth of Hollywood
Hollywood is where we live
Reinforces the statement that Hollywood is a central part of the band's identity
Life is grand in the land of lands
Describes the appeal of living in a place like Hollywood
The mind does boggle the mind expands
Suggests that new experiences in Hollywood can be both overwhelming and enlightening
The anarchy for have manned their craft
Acknowledges that the band members are skilled musicians despite their anarchistic tendencies
Get on your knees and shake your ass
Encourages listeners to dance and let loose
To the jam that is
Refers to the song itself as a 'jam'
We don't ask we demand
Asserts the band's confidence and authority
That you and your clan
Addresses the listener and their group of friends
Listen now to this jam
Encourages the listener to pay attention to the music
To the power of the drummers bad
Acknowledges the influence of the drummer and their significant role in the music
There's a party in my town at 12:00
Sets the scene for a wild, late-night party
There's a party that's rockin' down to the rock
Describes the energy and excitement of the party
I've got nothin' against hip hop
Clarifies that the song is not a diss against hip hop music
But there's a party in my town
Stresses the importance of local, community events
And no beat box jam that is
Indicates that this particular party does not involve beat box music
The party's got girls the girls got hot
Describes the presence of attractive women at the party
The party's got boys and the boys got socks
Pokes fun at the attire of some of the male party-goers
Something popped the doors unlocked
Suggests that the party has gotten so wild that the doors have become unlocked
House got up ran around the block
Serves as a nonsensical transition between events at the party
Sit down house
Commands someone to calm down or control themselves
Take off your blouse
Suggests that someone should loosen up and have fun
Any good friend of the lollipop kids
Makes a reference to the characters from the Wizard of Oz
Over the rainbow with the wiz
Continues the Wizard of Oz reference
With the organic anti-beat box band
Reiterates the band's musical style and describes the people playing the music
You just might slam dance that is
Suggests that the music may inspire people to join in on a slam dance
It's a Hollywood jam!
Concludes the song with an enthusiastic statement about the band's music and identity
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: MICHAEL PETER BALZARY, JACK IRONS, ANTHONY KIEDIS, HILLEL SLOVAK
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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
Kurt Cobain, who died before the song was written, may still be listening to music in another realm
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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