Red Hot Chili Peppers in Rock in Rio Madrid 2012- Author;Carlos Delgado-

45 Most Popular Red Hot Chili Peppers Songs


 

No. We are not talking about vegetables in this article. Red Hot Chili Peppers are an American rock band formed in 1982 and got its first big break in 1984. It comprises of four men (vocalist, bassist, drummer and guitarist) and their music incorporates mostly elements of alternative rock, hard rock, punk rock and even rap meal. In other words, they are pretty much diverse and that is what makes them so popular and unique. Impressively enough, they have sold over 120 million records worldwide and hold records for most number-one singles and even most top ten songs on the Billboard alternative songs chart. Moreover, they have won six Grammy awards and in 2012, they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of fame while in 2022 they received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. They have done pretty good for themselves and to imagine the band formed from a group of high school classmates. Very, very impressive. So anyway, what are some of their most popular songs? Let鈥檚 have a look.

1. Californication: Release Year- 1999

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This song has to be number one. Released in 1999, it has a pretty deep meaning and it鈥檚 also such a vibe. The slow solo guitar at the beginning will just sell you. Besides that, its message of how the journey to Hollywood is hard and full of compromises, it makes you not just enjoy its slow, sweet and melodious vibe but also think about the deep message. It is the most popular song and when you listen to it you will understand why.

2. Snow (Hey Oh): Release Year- 2006

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The moment this song begins, I want to keep it on repeat. It gives off the vibe of a long road trip where you have just let your hair down and the sun is kissing your amazing skin. Released in 2006, this is another Red Hot song that did pretty well. It topped the billboard charts for quite a while. Understandably. It is simply put a very phenomenal song. It definitely makes you catch feelings for n reason at all. The song makes you think you are the main character on that movie going on inside your head and that鈥檚 why it will forever be one of my favourites. It really is an amazing song.

3. Under the bridge: Release Year- 1992

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What I love about Red Hot is that no song of theirs will ever disappoint you. They are more inclined to coming up with songs that are ballad-like and slow. The kind of songs that make you think about every single word being mentioned.  Released in 1992, it is still a favourite of so many people (including me). The guitar solo alone will bring you to your knees  with hands on your chest. Okay, I鈥檝e exaggerated quite a bit, but I鈥檓 trying to draw the picture of the kind of effect this song will have once you plug in your earphones and listen to it.

4. Other Side: Release Year- 1999

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Released in 1999, this is another song that will blow your mind. The very slow ballad like melody will definitely force you to get in touch with your feelings. Not to mention how well done the vocals have been done. The cello melody has also been blended to just make you lose your mind he moment you listen to it. In other words, it is quite a catchy song and it is no surprise that it topped the billboard charts for quite a while after its release.

5. Can鈥檛 stop: Release Year- 2009

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Released in 2009, this is another Red Hot song that I promise won鈥檛 disappoint. Having adopted more of a funk and rap rock beat, it has made it even a more fun kind of song. Ironically, it is a pretty deep song addressing key mental health issues and also encouraging its listeners. Having managed to be that deep and still have a fun kind of beat will forever surprise me. But anyway, it is Red Hot Chili Peppers we are talking about. It really shouldn鈥檛 be a surprise. FYI: If you want the full effect of this song, listen to it on a sunny day as you are taking a walk on the mountains and the breeze is just amazing. I promise you, you will feel like you鈥檙e in heaven.

6. Give it away: Release Year- 1991

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So this is a typical rock and roll song. What spices it a bit though is the retro disco type of beat it has mashed itself with. Released in 1991, it is still quite a banger to date. What I love about it is the fun atmosphere it brings about. Like you will definitely find your head bopping up and down to its rhythm and the Ta, Ta, Ta sound of the drums. It鈥檚 iconic, to be quite honest.

7. Scar Tissue: Release Year- 1999

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This is the kind of song that will blow your mind from the moment that guitar solo rhythm starts off. It is no wonder the fans always go crazy the moment they begin singing this song. The melody alone is really sweet. The harmony and vocals have been so well and apart from enjoying it the song makes you think deeply about the message it is trying to pass across. Me? I totally love the guitar solo. It just touches your soul in a way it has never been touched before. I may be biased, but this song and I go way back!

8. Dani California: Release Year- 2006

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Every time Red Hot plays this song live, the crowd always goes crazy. And we honestly can鈥檛 blame them. This is another song that just doesn鈥檛 have the capacity to disappoint. It also makes me think of a road trip and sun and just pure bliss of nostalgia. It is truly an amazing song. Having mashed up rock, indie and folk, the song just blows your mind.

9. The Getaway: Release Year- 2016

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Released in 2016 through Warner Bros production, it doesn鈥檛 come as a surprise that the song managed to top billboard charts for a while. It has more of a funk vibe to it which makes it absolutely beautiful. Think of a sunny day and you are just checking out the blue ocean. With this song playing through headphones, you will most definitely be hit by this sense of nostalgia and the pure bliss of peace. That鈥檚 what this song does every time I listen to it. Pure bliss!

10. Tell me Baby: Release Year- 2006

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This song is very, very deep and that is what makes it beautiful. It has the power to put you into your feelings whether or not you want. Talking about dreams and the challenges one usually goes through as you are trying to achieve these dreams. I mean, it is quite relatable for any resilient person out there trying to just make it in this very harsh world we live in.

11. Breaking the Girl: Release Year- 1991

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This oldie  will never grow old. Released in 1991, it is another Red Hot song that will forever be relevant. The good  and amazing thing about Red Hot Chili Pepper is the way they can make any genre sound so amazing and relatable. This song right here is no exception. It is quite simply an amazing song!

12. Suck my Kiss: Release Year: 1992

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Released in 1992, this funk type of rock is another one that won鈥檛 disappoint. It really doesn鈥檛 come as a surprise that it managed to top the billboard charts for a while. The mashup of the drums and guitar solo is something to die for. You will definitely find yourself playing air drums and soloing an air guitar. That鈥檚 how catchy the song is.

13. My friends: Release Year- 1995

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Whenever I listen to this song, I am amazed at how I can hear some soul melody, rock, and indie melody all at the same time. Released in 1995, it is still a banger to date and every time they play it during their concerts, the crowd goes crazy. Can you blame though? It is quite a masterpiece.

14. The Zephyr Song: Release Year- 2002

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The moment this song begins; the melodious solo guitar absolutely makes me feel like a main character in my own movie. It is one of those songs that brings about some kind of nostalgia you didn鈥檛 even know you had. Picture a green landscape with amazing tree shades. Then have this song banging from your portable radio or headphones. I promise you, all you will experience is pure bliss! It will forever remain to be one of my favourites.

15. Around the World: Release Year- 1999

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Do you love a bit of metal rock mashed up with a bit of hip-hop and rhythm? Then this song is for you! Released in 1999, it is still a favorite to so many. Apart from its deep message, it is also quite a fun song to just listen to as the day passes by. If you鈥檙e the kind of person to do chores with music at the background (just so you won鈥檛 bored and the day can somehow move faster), then this song right here is for you. Moreover, the production was done brilliantly. As I mentioned, being to mash up these completely different genres and come up with a masterpiece is no easy feat.

16. Charlie: Release Year-2006

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This funk kind of beat song is more of a fun song. Talking about what it is like growing up, it kind of makes you resonate with your experience. Remember all about your childhood and just kind of bask in the feeling.

17. By the Way: Release Year- 2002

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I honestly just love the sad and at the same time fun melody this song adopted. Red Hot Chili Peppers have a way of surprising you. When the song starts, you automatically think it鈥檚 some sad  song that should make you catch feelings then half way, they switch it up and it gives you a completely different mood. If that is not an artful masterpiece, then I don鈥檛 know what is.

18. Soul to Squeeze: Release Year- 1993

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Forget about everything else and just focus on the bass solo that basically holds this song. It gives life and some feel that you don鈥檛 expect to get. Released in 1993, it really doesn鈥檛 come as a surprise that it is still loved by so many.

19. Desecration Smile: Release Year- 2011

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The moment you hear that rhythm guitar strumming so melodiously, you鈥檙e gonna get sold I assure you. This song is amazing! I mean, it is deep and so nostalgic and honestly really, really magical! It is the kind of song that makes you think of the future. A future full of hope and sunshine and good times.

20. Fortune Faded: Release Year- 2003

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Released in 2003 as a single, this is another Red Hot song that won鈥檛 disappoint. Apart from the amazing message it has, the beats and rhythm that grounds it makes it a  truly song. It is no surprise that it was one of their singles recognized over the years.

21. Goodbye Angels: Release Year- 2017

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Released a bit recently in 2017, this is yet another song that doesn鈥檛 disappoint. The guitar solo strumming is to die for. I mean, it just makes you cringe your face up while playing air guitar all the while bobbing your head up and down to the sound of its rhythm. It is a masterpiece and it is no wonder Red Hot will always remain relevant.

22. Show me your Soul: Release Year- 1990

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This is another song done by Red Hot Chili Peppers that will just blow your mind. The slow rhythm of the guitar and blended drum beats will make you pause for a second and ask yourself how can people be this talented to create such a beautiful a masterpiece.

23. I Could Die for You: Release Year- 2002

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Released in 2002 this is another red hot song that will absolutely blow your mind. It therefore doesn鈥檛 come as a surprise to realize that it is one of their many songs that won the group a Grammy award. I mean, with how tenacious and euphoric it is, this song sure enough deserves the award.

24. Blood Sugar Sex Magic: Release Year- 1991

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The moment you hear that solo guitar making a sound as if to say, 鈥渃an you really hear the magical sound I鈥檓 making,鈥 you are sold. It鈥檚 even better with your headphones on and this song is making its way through to you. But then again this is red hot we are talking about. Everything they touch turns into an unforgettable masterpiece.

25. Dosed: Release Year- 2002

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Released in 2002, it is no wonder the song is still a favourite to many to date. With its powerful message and deep meaning behind its words, you can鈥檛 help but feel connected to the song. I mean, the mere fact that it is relatable makes you want to have it on your list as your favourite song in the whole world.

26. Parallel Universe: Release Year- 1999

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This right here is another euphoric song by Red Hot that will absolutely blow your mind from the moment that ballad like and funk beat reaches your ears. The rhythm, the arrangement, everything was done masterfully. It is no wonder it gives this feeling of peace and contentment whenever you listen to it.

27. Easily: Release Year- 1999

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Released in 1999,  this song managed to top the billboard charts for quite some time. But then again when you listen to it and internalize it quite well, you鈥檙e gonna understand why. Jus take a look at the version of this song done in a live concert and you will try understand why it is a favourite to so many people.

28. Behind the Sun: Release Year- 1987

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This is more of a happy go lucky song that makes you think of sunflowers in a field and just peace of mind. Released in 1987, this is one of their many awards that also managed to scoop awards. Can鈥檛 blame it though. It is quite truly such a beautiful song.

29. A Certain Someone: Release Year- 2006

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Released in 2006, this is the kind of song that makes you smile for no apparent reason. I don鈥檛 know if you have ever come across songs that just makes your soul feel happy. You can鈥檛 really explain why, but they just make you hopeful. Moreover, the deep message in this song gives it a plus. It is not only a beautifully done song, but also one with a deep and meaningful message

30. Copper Belly: Release Year- 2022

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Another Red Hot song that doesn鈥檛 disappoint. It doesn鈥檛 fail to impress me how this group always come up with a song that automatically becomes a hit. This song right here is no exception. Released just last year in 2022, the song managed to top the billboard charts for a while with no stiff competition. But then  again have you listened to the song? Whoa! It鈥檚 truly something else. It makes you think of rainbows and happy endings. And anyway, what more would you want in a song?

31. Black summer: Release Year- 2022

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Released just the other day in 2022, this song just proves that red hot chili peppers still got it. This slow and nostalgic song is just it. It is the kind of song that never grows old and I鈥檓 pretty sure it鈥檚 gonna be around even 50 years from now. That鈥檚 how good this group really is.

32. This Velvet Glove: Release Year- 1999

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This is the kind of song that makes you want to pack your bag and go to the beach and just have the time of your life while listening to it. It has quite a nostalgic feel that you can鈥檛 help but really like. Released in 1999, it is still a favourite to many.

33. Dark Necessities: Release Year- 2016

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This is another song that proves the group still got it. From the moment it begins with this funky beat combined with a very nostalgic baseline, you will be sold. I love what the bassist does with the solo because that is a masterpiece for sure. I also love how deep its lyrics are.

34. Fight like a brave : Release Year- 1987

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Released in 1987, this typical 80s rock song is such a vibe. It is definitely the kind of song that reminds you of the good old days. The fact that they mashed up hip hop genre and funk rock is what really blows my mind. I mean, most artists stick to one genre but red hot chili have always decided to expand their horizons. Quite commendable.

35. Slow Cheetah: Release Year- 2006

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This song is sad, euphoric and magical all at the same time. The moment it starts with that sad guitar picking you can鈥檛 help it. You get into the zone and just vibe to it. The deep meaning behind its lyrics is also something that makes this song a favourite to many.

36. Bicycle Song: Release Year- 2006

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The combination of funk, retro disco and rock genre makes this song unique. Fun even. When you listen to it it will definitely remind you of a kids commercial somewhere and that is what makes it fun. You might not want to take it seriously but given a chance, you will end up enjoying yourself while listening to it.

37. Purple Stain: Release Year- 1999

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The song is quite fun and danceable. I mean, you only need to take a look at their live events of the song and you will understand. All of them did a good job. Starting from the vocalists to the instrumentalists. Released in 1999, the song never grows old.

38. Sikamikanico: Release Year- 1992

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That鈥檚 the thing about red hot chili pepper. They will come up with a title you can hardly pronounce but still manage to impress you. This banger released in 1992 never disappointed for sure. The scratchy guitar gives it such a nice edge that will definitely make you vibe to it while playing air guitars and sing wrong lyrics.

39. Sir Psycho Sexy: Release Year- 1991

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It is amazing how this song also gives me a jazz-ish kind of vibe. It is the kind of song to just have fun while listening to it and even dance a bit. Thye have combined a bit of hiphop to it so it ends up giving a mix of feelings. In other words, the song never grows old.

40. Get on Top: Release Year- 1999

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Released in 1999, it is no surprise that the song really managed to hit the billboard charts for as long as it did. That scratchy guitar strumming combined with the iconic drum beats never gets old. As much as it is a sexy song, it has multiple meaning that you can interpret however you want.

41. Throw away your television: Release Year- 2002

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Released in 2002, this is another song that honestly blows your mind. Its funk and a bit of indie kind of genre that have been mashed up together will truly impress you. Ever since it was released, it is still one of the old school rock songs played in radios. When played, it most definitely brings this sense of nostalgia that you can’t help but just drown in it.

42. Aeroplane: Release Year- 1995

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Released in 1995, this is another song by red chili that will definitely impress you. Being a typical funk kind of song, it gives more of a fun kind of vibe that you can’t help but just go along with it. It really isn’t a surprise that it is a favourite to many.

43. Knock me Down: Release Year- 1989

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The moment it begins with a typical rock and roll beats, you want to hear more and dance to it. The song reminds me of old romcom high school movies and maybe that is why it is one of my favourites. Whatever the reason, the song is a good one to be honest. It is a typical rock song and thus any fan of rock music would absolutely love it.

44. Venice Queen: Release Year- 2002

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Released in 2002, this song will give you a mixture of emotions. The moment it starts, it has this melancholy vibe to it then as it progresses and the drums and guitar strumming pick up, you forget about all that sadness at the beginning and go with the flow of its vibe. In short it is the kind of song that will give all kinds of feelings at the end of the day.

45. Porcelain: Release Year- 1999

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More of a sad and nostalgic kind of song, this is the kind of song you listen to while it is raining outside and you just want to get in touch with your feelings. It is no wonder it has been a favourite to many ever since it was released in 1999.

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