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.
She's Only 18
Red Hot Chili Peppers Lyrics
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Don't like the Rollin' Stones
She took a short cut
To bein' fully grown
She got that mood ring
Her little sister, Rose
A smell of Springsteen
A pair of pantyhose
This talking picture show is leaking from a silhouette
She said, "My man, you know, it's time to get your fingers wet"
You hustle faster when you can't afford a cigarette
The last I heard from you, why, you were screamin', "Handle it!"
Knock the world
Right off its feet and straight onto its head
The book of love will long be laughing after you are dead
Fascinated by the look of you and what was said
Make a play for all the brightest minds in life will share
I heard some P-Funk
Out on the road again
To get your head shrunk is what I recommend
It's in your bloodline
A perfect Frankenstein
Out on the lone pine
I'm gonna make you mine
It's understood, you wrap the fool right around my neck
You've got some glitter on ya kitty in the disco tech
I put my lovin' in your oven and I had to check
The last I heard from you a you we're screamin', "Resurrect!"
Knock the world
Right off its feet and straight onto its head
The book of love will long be laughing after you are dead
Fascinated by the look of you and what was said
Make a play for all the brightest minds in life will share, ooh
Knock the world
Right off its feet and straight onto its head
The book of love will long be laughing after you are dead
Fascinated by the look of you and what was said
Make a play for all the brightest minds in life will share
The song "She's Only 18" by Red Hot Chili Peppers is a combination of sexually-charged lyrics and a groovy instrumental that reflects on the young woman's physical maturity and sexual awakening. The lyrics suggest that she is not a fan of the Rolling Stones but has taken a shortcut to becoming a fully grown woman. The mood ring she wears and her little sister, Rose, and the smell of Springsteen, and a pair of pantyhose all represent references to elements of a 1980s American pop culture.
The verses are cohesive, where a talking picture show is leaking from a silhouette, urging the singer to get his fingers wet. Alluding to the woman's mature body, he emphasized that when someone doesn’t have a lot of money, they work faster. Red Hot Chili Peppers included the reference to the screaming "handle it” as a compelling phrase in their repertoire. A play on words that showcases the characters' difficulty in handling their situation.
The chorus of the song is a repetition of the phrase "Knock the world right off its feet, and straight onto its head. The book of love will long be laughing after you are dead. Fascinated by the look of you and what was said. Make a play for all the brightest minds in life will share." This phrase reflects the singer's desire to leave a mark on the world, to be remembered for his actions, and to make a lasting difference in the world. The chorus also highlights the fascination with the woman and the things she says, that she has had an impact on him that affects his entire perspective on life.
Line by Line Meaning
She's only eighteen
The subject is young and inexperienced.
Don't like the Rollin' Stones
The subject has different tastes in music than the singer.
She took a short cut to bein' fully grown
The subject may have matured too quickly or taken a shortcut to adulthood.
She got that mood ring
The subject wears a mood ring, which may reflect her emotions.
Her little sister, Rose
The subject has a younger sister named Rose.
A smell of Springsteen
The subject may have a connection to the music of Bruce Springsteen.
A pair of pantyhose
The subject wears pantyhose, which may be seen as suggestive.
This talking picture show is leaking from a silhouette
The artist may be seeing a distorted reflection of the subject.
She said, 'My man, you know, it's time to get your fingers wet'
The subject is encouraging the artist to take action.
You hustle faster when you can't afford a cigarette
The artist may be suggesting that the subject is struggling financially.
The last I heard from you, why, you were screamin', 'Handle it!'
The singer is recalling a previous conversation with the subject, in which they were told to 'handle it.'
Knock the world right off its feet and straight onto its head
The artist is suggesting that the subject can have a powerful impact on the world.
The book of love will long be laughing after you are dead
The singer is suggesting that the subject will have a lasting impact on the world, even after they have passed away.
Fascinated by the look of you and what was said
The singer is intrigued by the subject's appearance and words.
Make a play for all the brightest minds in life will share
The singer is advising the subject to pursue the most intelligent and creative people in life.
I heard some P-Funk out on the road again
The artist has recently heard music by Parliament-Funkadelic while on tour.
To get your head shrunk is what I recommend
The artist is suggesting that the subject seek therapy.
It's in your bloodline, a perfect Frankenstein
The subject may have inherited certain traits from their family that make them unique.
Out on the lone pine, I'm gonna make you mine
The singer is declaring their intention to pursue a romantic relationship with the subject.
It's understood, you wrap the fool right around my neck
The subject has a strong influence over the artist.
You've got some glitter on ya kitty in the disco tech
The subject may have had a wild night out, as evidenced by the glitter on their clothing.
I put my lovin' in your oven and I had to check
The artist may be implying that they had sex with the subject and are now checking for pregnancy.
The last I heard from you, you were screamin', 'Resurrect!'
The singer is recalling a previous conversation with the subject, in which they were told to 'resurrect.'
Lyrics © MoeBeToBlame, Peermusic Publishing, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: Anthony Kiedis, Chad Smith, Michael Balzary, John Frusciante
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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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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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