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.
Purple Stain
Red Hot Chili Peppers Lyrics
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I put my middle finger in
Your monthly blood is what I win
I'm in your house now let me spin
Python power straight from Monty
Celluloid loves got a John Frusciante
Spread your head and spread the blanket
She's too free and I'm the patient
Black and white a red and blue
Things that look good on you
And if I scream don't let me go
A purple stain I know
Knock on wood, we all stay good
'Cause we all live in Hollywood
With Dracula and Darla Hood
Unspoken words were understood
Up to my ass in alligators
Let's get it on with the alligator haters
Did what you did, did what you said
What's the point? Yo, what's the spread?
Black and white a red and blue
Things that look good on you
And if I scream don't let me go
A purple stain I know
And if I call for you to stay
Come hit the funk on your way
It's way out there but I don't care
'Cause this is where I go
Knock on wood, we all stay good
'Cause we all live in Hollywood
With Dracula and Darla Hood
Unspoken words were understood
It's way out there but I don't care
'Cause this is what I wanna wear
Knock on wood we, all stay good
'Cause we all live in Hollywood
To finger paint is not a sin
I put my middle finger in
Your monthly blood is what I win
I'm in your house now let me spin
Feather light, but you can't a move this
Farley is an angel and I can prove this
Purple is a stain upon my pillow
Let's sleep, weeping willow
Black and white a red and blue
Things that look good on you
And if I scream don't let me go
A purple stain I know
And if I call for you to stay
Come hit the funk on your way
It's way out there but I don't care
'Cause this is where I go
Knock on wood, we all stay good
'Cause we all live in Hollywood
With Dracula and Darla Hood
Unspoken words were understood
It's way out there but I don't care
'Cause this is what I wanna wear
Knock on wood we, all stay good
'Cause we all live in Hollywood
At first glance, the lyrics of "Purple Stain" by Red Hot Chili Peppers may seem nonsensical and lewd, but a deeper interpretation reveals a play on words and imagery that convey themes of rebellion, sexuality, and Hollywood culture. The line "To finger paint is not a sin, I put my middle finger in" is a clever wordplay that highlights the band's non-conformist attitude and emphasizes their belief in the freedom of expression. The following line "Your monthly blood is what I win" is a reference to menstruation and a nod to the idea of menstrual blood being used in ancient rituals. The lyric is also an allusion to winning or conquering a woman, which can be interpreted as a commentary on toxic masculinity.
The chorus of "Black and white, a red and blue, things that look good on you, and if I scream, don't let me go, a purple stain I know" is another example of wordplay, with colors used metaphorically to represent the various aspects of life. The line "And if I scream, don't let me go" can be seen as a plea for help or as an expression of the band's willingness to go against societal norms. The "purple stain" mentioned in the chorus can be interpreted as a metaphor for something that is taboo or unusual.
The rest of the song contains references to pop culture, such as the mention of Dracula and Darla Hood, which can be seen as a commentary on the surreal nature of Hollywood. The line "Feather light, but you can't a move this" is a reference to MC Hammer's song "U Can't Touch This" and can be interpreted as a playful nod to 90s pop culture.
Line by Line Meaning
To finger paint is not a sin
Creating art with your hands is not a bad thing
I put my middle finger in
I am being cheeky and rude
Your monthly blood is what I win
I am winning over you by being with you, even during your period
I'm in your house now let me spin
I am taking control of this situation
Python power straight from Monty
I am being clever like Monty Python
Celluloid loves got a John Frusciante
My love for movies is like John Frusciante's love for music
Spread your head and spread the blanket
Relax and let yourself go
She's too free and I'm the patient
She is overly impulsive and I am the one who has to deal with it
Black and white a red and blue
Different colors that look good together
Things that look good on you
Things that make you look good
And if I scream don't let me go
Don't let me leave this moment if I become too passionate
A purple stain I know
Something passionate and intense will happen
Knock on wood, we all stay good
Hopefully nothing bad will happen
'Cause we all live in Hollywood
We all live in a fantasy world
With Dracula and Darla Hood
We live in a world that mixes fantasy with reality
Unspoken words were understood
We don't need to say anything to understand each other
Up to my ass in alligators
I am in a difficult and challenging situation
Let's get it on with the alligator haters
Let's face our challenges head on
Did what you did, did what you said
You acted as you said you would
What's the point? Yo, what's the spread?
What is the reason for your actions?
Feather light, but you can't a move this
I may seem light, but I am strong willed
Farley is an angel and I can prove this
I know someone who is a good person
Purple is a stain upon my pillow
Our passion has left a mark on my life
Let's sleep, weeping willow
Let's rest and relax
And if I call for you to stay
If I ask you to stay with me
Come hit the funk on your way
Let's have fun and dance together
It's way out there but I don't care
It may be unconventional, but I am happy
'Cause this is where I go
This is where I find joy and meaning
Knock on wood we, all stay good
Hopefully nothing bad happens to us
'Cause we all live in Hollywood
We all live in a world of fantasy
This is what I wanna wear
I want to enjoy life in my own way
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Michael Peter Balzary, John Anthony Frusciante, Anthony Kiedis, Chad Gaylord Smith
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People who harness the power of the mind try to manipulate your emotions
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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