The name of the song pulls from the brand name of Ticonderoga Pencils, as Ticonderogas not only come in packs but are frequently used and thrown aside. The Ticonderoga reference reflects his view on women and relationships at the time, all simply meant to be used and indifferent to one another. However, “This Ticonderoga” refers to one specific woman, possibly the relationship he had with Model Helena Vestergaard, which he has stated influenced this specific album.
Flea and Josh Klingoffer both sat down to talk about the making of “This Ticonderoga” in a series of track-by-track interviews.
This Ticonderoga
Red Hot Chili Peppers Lyrics
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I let him know that I could not go, you see I get mine for free
We are all just soldiers in this battlefield of life
One thing that's for certain is my burning appetite
Step inside the emotional ride, I could use some company
Illusionary is so damn scary, I call my best friend Flea
This Ticonderoga is an element that shines
Connected by the great unknown, between us there are lines
Yes I told her that
I'm the older cat
Can I scratch your back all day?
I would not have it any other way, well
Means so much to me
Can you see that we
What are we ever gonna do when all I want to be is next to you
I took a girl from the underworld and I held her way too tight
When it's all been said and done she was not up for the fight
We are all just soldiers in this open field of time
Hoping to get with you when you get right with your mind
It's my favorite
So I savor it
I must report that life is short
So of your love I'll take ten quarts well
There's no end to this
Don't pretend to miss
You and you would not repent for sitting on my elephant and
Am I crazy to
Join the lazy zoo
All these human butterflies and
Cactus flowers swollen eyes and
I want the devil's share
Of you I do declare
Again I'm asking can I do
When all these animals want to be just like you
I met a girl with long black hair and she opened up so wide
A daffodil growing in Brazil and I picked her for my bride
We are all just soldiers in this epic loving flight
And no one that I know has ever really done it right
Done it right
Done it right
Done it right
Done it right
Whoa
The song "This Ticonderoga" by the Red Hot Chili Peppers is a reflection on the singer's experiences with love and life. The song begins with the singer meeting a man in a rock and roll band who invites him to join him. However, the singer declines the invitation because he already has what he needs for free. The singer then reflects on the fact that we are all soldiers in the battlefield of life and that his burning appetite is a key part of his existence.
The singer then invites the listener to join him on an emotional ride because illusory things are scary. He refers to his best friend Flea to provide him with company. The song's title comes into play in the next part of the song, where the singer reflects on the element Ticonderoga, which shines and is connected by the great unknown. The singer then goes on to say that he wants to scratch someone's back all day, and he wouldn't have it any other way.
The song takes a turn when the singer talks about a girl from the underworld whom he held tight, but she was not up for the fight. He then reflects again on the fact that we are all soldiers in this open field of time. He then goes on to say that life is short and that he wants to take ten quarts of someone's love. He then reflects on the lazy zoo where everyone wants to be like the singer, and he wants the devil's share of someone.
Line by Line Meaning
I met a man in a rock and roll band, he said won't you come with me
I encountered a musician and he enticed me to come with him
I let him know that I could not go, you see I get mine for free
I declined his offer because I don't need to spend money to have fun
We are all just soldiers in this battlefield of life
We are all fighting to overcome the challenges of life
One thing that's for certain is my burning appetite
I have a strong desire to experience all that life has to offer
Step inside the emotional ride, I could use some company
Come with me on this rollercoaster of emotions, I could use some companionship
Illusionary is so damn scary, I call my best friend Flea
The unknown and uncertain can be frightening, so I seek comfort in my trusted friend
This Ticonderoga is an element that shines
Ticonderoga is a symbol of greatness and brilliance
Connected by the great unknown, between us there are lines
Despite being connected in life, there are still invisible barriers between us
Yes I told her that
I informed her of something
I'm the older cat
I am a seasoned and experienced person
Can I scratch your back all day?
Can I please pamper you endlessly?
I would not have it any other way, well
I am content with things as they are
Means so much to me
This is of great importance to me
Can you see that we
Do you realize that we
What are we ever gonna do when all I want to be is next to you
I am constantly longing to be close to you
I took a girl from the underworld and I held her way too tight
I was involved with a woman who had a tumultuous past and I became overly attached
When it's all been said and done she was not up for the fight
Despite my efforts, she was not strong enough to handle the situation
We are all just soldiers in this open field of time
We are all fighting our battles in the vast expanse of time
Hoping to get with you when you get right with your mind
I am waiting for you to get your thoughts in order before pursuing you
It's my favorite
This is my preferred choice
So I savor it
I cherish and enjoy it thoroughly
I must report that life is short
I need to acknowledge that life is brief
So of your love I'll take ten quarts well
I will gladly accept all the love you have to offer
There's no end to this
There is no limit to this situation
Don't pretend to miss
Please don't act like you miss me
You and you would not repent for sitting on my elephant and
You two refuse to apologize for sitting on my treasured possession
Am I crazy to
Is it foolish of me to
Join the lazy zoo
Be a part of a group of contented and unmotivated people
All these human butterflies and
All these people who constantly change and evolve
Cactus flowers swollen eyes and
A juxtaposition of beauty and pain
I want the devil's share
I want the lion's share, the most desirable portion
Of you I do declare
I proclaim my interest in you
Again I'm asking can I do
Once more, I am requesting permission
When all these animals want to be just like you
Everyone is trying to emulate your style and behavior
I met a girl with long black hair and she opened up so wide
I encountered a woman with long, dark hair who was very receptive to me
A daffodil growing in Brazil and I picked her for my bride
I chose this unique person to be my partner for life
We are all just soldiers in this epic loving flight
We are all navigating the challenges of love, a journey that can feel epic
And no one that I know has ever really done it right
I have not seen anyone successfully navigate this journey of love
Done it right
Achieved success and satisfaction
Done it right
Done it right
Done it right
Done it right
Done it right
Done it right
Whoa
An exclamation of excitement or surprise
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: ANTHONY KIEDIS, CHAD SMITH, ADAM KLINGHOFFER, MICHAEL BALZARY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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