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.
Strip My Mind
Red Hot Chili Peppers Lyrics
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Wow, wow, wow, wow, yeah
Arthur J. did, indicate that
The boulevard will never be
So full of life and love again hey
(Aw, say goodbye to your boots, man)
Hot as Hades, early eighties
Make me feel like I'm in love again, hey
(You gotta lose to win)
Oh yeah
Oh
Please don't strip my mind
Leave something behind
Please don't strip my mind
Oh, hey yeah, oh
Wow, wow, wow, wow, wow yeah
All in favor sign the waiver
Bloody Carolina
Won't you take another look inside, hey
(Aw, it will make me cry)
Operator, co-creator
Come on baby Ellie
Won't you blow another compensator, hey
(Ah, you only get what you bring)
Oh yeah
Oh
Please don't strip my mind
Leave something behind
Please don't strip my mind
El Dorado won the lotto
All the cash and not a clue
But now you know what I've been through, hey
Oh yeah
Oh
Please don't strip my mind
Leave something behind
Please don't strip my mind
Leave something behind
The lyrics of Red Hot Chili Peppers' song "Strip My Mind" is open to interpretation, but it appears to be a nostalgic reflection on the band's past experiences and the way in which they have shaped them. The opening lines mention Arthur J., who is assumed to be Arthur Janov, a psychotherapist who developed primal therapy, a type of psychotherapy aimed at addressing emotional pain through reliving repressed experiences. This could suggest that the song is about the band's own reflections on their past experiences and how they have contributed to who they are today.
The lyrics then reference the "hot as hades, early eighties" and "sing another song, make me feel like I'm in love again." This could be a reference to the formative years of the band when they were just starting out and the passion and energy they felt. The chorus, "please don't strip my mind, leave something behind" could be interpreted as a plea to not forget these past experiences that have helped shape them into who they are today.
The second verse mentions "operator, co-creator, come on baby Ellie, won't you blow another compensator." These lines are less clear in meaning, but could possibly be referencing the creative process of the band, with the operator and co-creator working together to create something new. The reference to "blow another compensator" is more ambiguous, but could be a reference to drug use, a common theme in many of the band's songs.
Overall, "Strip My Mind" is a contemplative and reflective song that appears to be about the band's past experiences and how they have shaped them.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, yeah yeah
Expressing excitement and agreement about the following topic.
Wow, wow, wow, wow, yeah
Reinforcing the excitement of the previous statement.
Arthur J. did, indicate that
Referring to Arthur Janov, the inventor of primal therapy, as an authority on emotional healing.
The boulevard will never be
So full of life and love again hey
Acknowledging a change in scenery, and expressing a sense of loss for the past.
(Aw, say goodbye to your boots, man)
Using a slang expression to advise others that they should prepare for what is coming.
Hot as Hades, early eighties
Describing a time period with intense heat.
Sing another song
Make me feel like I'm in love again, hey
Asking for entertainment that brings back a sense of affection.
(You gotta lose to win)
Using a proverb to suggest that failure is necessary to achieve success.
Oh yeah
Oh
Repeating previous statements to emphasize agreement.
Please don't strip my mind
Leave something behind
Please don't strip my mind
Asking others not to take away important thoughts or memories.
Oh, hey yeah, oh
Wow, wow, wow, wow, wow yeah
Reinforcing the importance of the previous statement.
All in favor sign the waiver
Bloody Carolina
Won't you take another look inside, hey
Asking for further consideration before making a decision.
(Aw, it will make me cry)
Expressing emotional distress at what is being suggested.
Operator, co-creator
Come on baby Ellie
Won't you blow another compensator, hey
Referencing a person and a machine to suggest the need for creative cooperation.
(Ah, you only get what you bring)
Using a proverb to suggest that effort is required to achieve success.
El Dorado won the lotto
All the cash and not a clue
But now you know what I've been through, hey
Comparing oneself to a lottery winner who has no idea how to spend their winnings, and suggesting that someone now understands their struggle.
Please don't strip my mind
Leave something behind
Please don't strip my mind
Leave something behind
Repeating the request to not take away important thoughts or memories.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: MICHAEL BALZARY, JOHN ANTHONY FRUSCIANTE, ANTHONY KIEDIS, CHAD SMITH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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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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