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.
The Hunter
Red Hot Chili Peppers Lyrics
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I still like to think that I'm new
Time just gets its way
Strawberries left to decay
Can't find my pants or my bank account
Don't you slip away
Voices that start to betray
Even though you raised me I will never be your father
King of each and every Sunset Marquis
Even though you're crazy you will never be a bother
You're my old man in the sea
I still like to laugh when I make a joke
I still like to think that there's hope
Time just has its say
Strawberries left to decay
Struck by the sight of an empty hall
Don't you fade away
Voices that start to betray
Even though you raised me I will never be your father
King of each and every Sunset Marquis
Even though you're crazy you will never be a bother
You're my old man in the sea
The hunter gets hunted
We all get confronted
Don't just slip away
Voices that start to betray
Even though you raised me I will never be your father
King of each and every Sunset Marquis
Even though you're crazy you will never be a bother
You're my old man in the sea
The lyrics of Red Hot Chili Peppers' song The Hunter are quite complex and poetic, making it difficult for an average listener to understand the meaning behind it. The first verse talks about waking up in the morning and feeling new, but time gets the better of everyone, and everything just fades away. The reference to strawberries left to decay could be a symbol of life and how it gets easier to let go of things as time passes by. The song's chorus is about the relationship between the singer and the person they are addressing. It could be a father-son relationship where the dad raised the singer, but despite that, the singer will never be his father. The person they are speaking of is referred to as "King of each and every Sunset Marquis," and even though this person is crazy, they will never be a bother. This person is like an "old man in the sea" to the singer.
The second verse talks about hoping despite the setbacks in life. It also refers to an empty hall, which could be symbolic of something lost or not achieved. The chorus repeats the same message, talking about voices that betray the singer, but still acknowledging the person to whom the song is dedicated. The hunter gets hunted, and we all get confronted - this line implies that even the strongest can fall, and everyone will face their own struggles.
Overall, the song's lyrics seem to speak about the passage of time and the inevitability of loss. It also highlights the complexity of human relationships, including those with family members. The song has a melancholic vibe, but it also has a message of hope and resilience.
Line by Line Meaning
Woke up this morning like I always do
I began my day like any other day
I still like to think that I'm new
I still have a youthful spirit
Time just gets its way
Time passes regardless of what we want or do
Strawberries left to decay
Like strawberries that rot with time, things and relationships may also come to an end
Can't find my pants or my bank account
I feel lost and disorientated
Don't you slip away
Don't leave me
Voices that start to betray
My thoughts and feelings may turn against me
Even though you raised me I will never be your father
I will never be the one who nurtures and guides you
King of each and every Sunset Marquis
I am in control of my own life and destiny
Even though you're crazy you will never be a bother
Even if you behave erratically, I will still care for you
You're my old man in the sea
You are my trusted companion through life's unpredictable storms
I still like to laugh when I make a joke
I still find joy in simple pleasures
I still like to think that there's hope
I still hold onto the belief that things can get better
Struck by the sight of an empty hall
I feel a sense of emptiness and loneliness
The hunter gets hunted
Even those who are powerful can become vulnerable
We all get confronted
We all face challenges and obstacles
Don't just slip away
Don't give up or lose hope
Voices that start to betray
Internal thoughts and emotions can turn against us
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Josh Adam Klinghoffer, Michael Peter Balzary, Anthony Kiedis, Chad Gaylord Smith, Brian Joseph Burton
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Young girls aspire to Hollywood fame and fortune while reciting memorable movie quotes
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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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While destruction can lead to difficult times, it can also provide the opportunity for new and creative things to be born
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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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