otherside
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How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat, it's all I ever

I heard your voice through a photograph
I thought it up and brought up the past
Once you know you can never go back
I gotta take it on the other side

Well, centuries are what it meant to me
A cemetery where I marry the sea
A stranger thing could never change my mind
I gotta take it on the other side
Take it on the other side
Take it on, take it on

How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat, it's all I ever

Pour my life into a paper cup
The ashtray's full and I'm spillin' my guts
She wanna know am I still a slut?
I've got to take it on the other side

A scarlet starlet and she's in my bed
A candidate for the soulmate bled
Push the trigger and pull the thread
I gotta take it on the other side
Take it on the other side
Take it on, take it on




How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat, it's all I ever

Turn me on, take me for a hard ride
Burn me out, leave me on the other side
I yell and tell it that it's not my friend
I tear it down, I tear it down and then it's born again

How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat, it's all I ever had
(How long) I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat, it's all I ever

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Otherside" by Red Hot Chili Peppers delve into themes of struggle, introspection, and the constant battle with inner demons. The repeated question of "How long will I slide?" suggests a sense of continuous movement and uncertainty, perhaps alluding to a cycle of self-destructive behavior or a constant search for meaning. The singer expresses a disconnect with their own actions, as they question and challenge their own choices while acknowledging the consequences. The imagery of "Slit my throat" could symbolize self-inflicted pain or the harsh reality of facing one's own truths and flaws.


The mention of hearing a voice through a photograph and combining it with memories from the past highlights the haunting nature of nostalgia and how memories can shape our present and future decisions. The idea that "Once you know you can never go back" speaks to the irreversible nature of life's experiences and how they can forever change our perspectives. The reference to a cemetery where the singer marries the sea could symbolize a symbolic burial of the past and a rebirth or renewal through acceptance and moving forward.


The lyrics also touch on themes of relationships and sexuality, as the singer reflects on past encounters and the struggle to break free from unhealthy patterns. The mention of the scarlet starlet in bed and being questioned about their promiscuity suggests a complex relationship dynamic characterized by passion and self-doubt. The imagery of pouring life into a paper cup and spilling one's guts conveys a sense of vulnerability and the need to confront one's innermost feelings and truths.


The chorus's repetition of taking things "on the other side" can be interpreted as a desire for change, growth, and transformation. The lyrics convey a sense of urgency and determination to break free from destructive habits and seek a new path. The constant questioning and introspection throughout the song underline the internal struggle and quest for self-discovery. Ultimately, "Otherside" by Red Hot Chili Peppers paints a raw and introspective portrait of personal turmoil, self-exploration, and the journey towards redemption and self-acceptance.


Line by Line Meaning

How long, how long will I slide?
What is the duration of my descent into confusion or turmoil?


Separate my side, I don't
I refuse to disconnect from my own identity or emotions.


I don't believe it's bad
I'm unconvinced that my current state is negative.


Slit my throat, it's all I ever
The intensity of my struggles feels like a life-or-death situation, it's a defining aspect of my existence.


I heard your voice through a photograph
Memories of you resonate strongly within me, even captured in still images.


I thought it up and brought up the past
I conjured memories that resurrected previous experiences or emotions.


Once you know you can never go back
Awareness changes everything; there's no returning to innocence or ignorance.


I gotta take it on the other side
I must confront these feelings and experiences, embracing a new perspective.


Well, centuries are what it meant to me
The weight of time and history feels immense and deeply personal.


A cemetery where I marry the sea
I find a solemn connection between loss and the vastness of existence.


A stranger thing could never change my mind
No bizarre experience can shift my steadfast beliefs or perspectives.


I gotta take it on the other side
I need to face these challenges and perceptions head-on.


Take it on the other side
Embrace the challenge and transformation that lies ahead.


Take it on, take it on
Continue to confront and deal with these complexities.


How long, how long will I slide?
What is the duration of my ongoing struggle or uncertainty?


Separate my side, I don't
I won't isolate myself from my truths or emotions.


I don't believe it's bad
I maintain that my situation isn't necessarily negative.


Slit my throat, it's all I ever
The depth of my pain feels central to my identity.


Pour my life into a paper cup
I feel like I'm inadequately containing my existence in something flimsy.


The ashtray's full and I'm spillin' my guts
I reveal my innermost thoughts and feelings while surrounded by my past mistakes.


She wanna know am I still a slut?
Someone close questions my integrity and past behavior.


I've got to take it on the other side
I must push through these judgments and face the consequences.


A scarlet starlet and she's in my bed
I'm entangled with someone captivating and alluring, full of drama and passion.


A candidate for the soulmate bled
This person is both intimate and troubled, evoking deep emotions.


Push the trigger and pull the thread
Initiate action that may unravel or transform our situation.


I gotta take it on the other side
I must engage with these feelings and uncertainties directly.


Take it on the other side
Embrace the challenges and changes awaiting me.


Take it on, take it on
Persist in tackling the ongoing complexities.


How long, how long will I slide?
What is the duration of my continual descent into uncertainty?


Separate my side, I don't
I refuse to detach from my emotions or sense of self.


I don't believe it's bad
I maintain my belief that my situation is not necessarily negative.


Slit my throat, it's all I ever had
The pain I experience has deeply defined my existence.


(How long) I don't
I find the duration of my struggle unanswerable.


I don't believe it's bad
I refuse to accept that my circumstances are entirely negative.


Slit my throat, it's all I ever
The pain I've felt has been the core of my identity.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Michael Peter Balzary, John Anthony Frusciante, Anthony Kiedis, Chad Gaylord Smith

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@ivana.medina3126

Lyrics Now!:
How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat it's all I ever
I heard your voice through a photograph
I thought it up and brought up the past
Once you know you can never go back
I gotta take it on the other side
Centuries are what it meant to me
A cemetery where I marry the sea
Stranger things could never change my mind
I gotta take it on the other side
Take it on the other side
Take it on, take it on
How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat it's all I ever
Pour my life into a paper cup
The ashtray's full and I'm spillin' my guts
She wants to know, am I still a slut?
I've got to take it on the other side
A scarlet starlet and she's in my bed
A candidate for a soul mate bled
Push the trigger and pull the thread
I gotta take it on the other side
Take it on the other side
Take it on
Take it on
How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat it's all I ever
Turn me on, take me for a hard ride
Burn me out, leave me on the other side
I yell and tell it that it's not my friend
I tear it down, I tear it down
And then it's born again
How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat it's all I ever
How long, I don't, I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat it's all I ever



@maiaraluisakunkel5941

Lyrics

How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat it's all I ever

I heard your voice through a photograph
I thought it up and brought up the past
Once you know you can never go back
I gotta take it on the other side

Centuries are what it meant to me
A cemetery where I marry the sea
Stranger things could never change my mind
I gotta take it on the other side
Take it on the other side
Take it on, take it on

How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat it's all I ever

Pour my life into a paper cup
The ashtray's full and I'm spillin' my guts
She wants to know am I still a slut
I've got to take it on the other side

Scarlet starlet and she's in my bed
A candidate for a soul mate bled
Push the trigger and I pull the thread, I gotta take it on the other side
Take it on the other side
Take it on
Take it on

How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat it's all I ever

Turn me on, take me for a hard ride
Burn me out, leave me on the other side
I yell and tell it that it's not my friend
I tear it down, I tear it down
And then it's born again

How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat it's all I ever

How long, I don't, I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat it's all I ever



@GiuseppePanza-b3y

How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat, it's all I ever
I heard your voice through a photograph
I thought it up and brought up the past
Once you know you can never go back
I gotta take it on the other side
Well, centuries are what it meant to me
A cemetery where I marry the sea
A stranger thing could never change my mind
I gotta take it on the other side
Take it on the other side
Take it on, take it on
How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat, it's all I ever
Pour my life into a paper cup
The ashtray's full and I'm spillin' my guts
She wanna know am I still a slut?
I've got to take it on the other side
A scarlet starlet and she's in my bed
A candidate for the soulmate bled
Push the trigger and pull the thread
I gotta take it on the other side
Take it on the other side
Take it on, take it on
How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat, it's all I ever
Turn me on, take me for a hard ride
Burn me out, leave me on the other side
I yell and tell it that it's not my friend
I tear it down, I tear it down and then it's born again
How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat, it's all I ever had
(How long) I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat, it's all I ever



@DaS-zk7ew

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How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat, it's all I ever

I heard your voice through a photograph
I thought it up and brought up the past
Once you know you can never go back
I gotta take it on the other side

Well, centuries are what it meant to me
A cemetery where I marry the sea
A stranger thing could never change my mind
I gotta take it on the other side
Take it on the other side
Take it on, take it on

How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat, it's all I ever

Pour my life into a paper cup
The ashtray's full and I'm spillin' my guts
She wanna know am I still a slut?
I've got to take it on the other side

A scarlet starlet and she's in my bed
A candidate for the soulmate bled
Push the trigger and pull the thread
I gotta take it on the other side
Take it on the other side
Take it on, take it on

How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat, it's all I ever

Turn me on, take me for a hard ride
Burn me out, leave me on the other side
I yell and tell it that it's not my friend
I tear it down, I tear it down and then it's born again

How long, how long will I slide?
Separate my side, I don't
I don't believe it's bad
Slit my throat, it's all I ever had
(How long) I don't
I don't believe it's sad
Slit my throat, it's all I ever



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@RedHotChiliPeppers

On this day in 2000, the music video for “Otherside” was released.

Directed by Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris.

@januszniegodzisz4977

Rzeczywiście świetni....

@annabarin3976

I love this song!!!!

@januszniegodzisz4977

Dziękuję bardzo....Cywilizacja Zachodu nie nastraja mnie optymistycznie. czuję się w niej czasem zagubiony. Niemocny. Ale co tam.

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