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Andrew Farriss and Michael Hutchence wrote this lead single from Kick, with Chris Thomas producing. The recording combines a spare funk-rock groove with electronic programming. Its well-known promotional video joins...
Read background and sourcesThe power of charismatic leaders
View background statusReported release: 1987Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Source year-end #2Andrew Farriss and Michael Hutchence wrote this lead single from Kick, with Chris Thomas producing. The recording combines a spare funk-rock groove with electronic programming. Its well-known promotional video joins...
Read background and sourcesAlternative metal sound
View background statusA funk-rock song addressing prejudice and promoting open-mindedness.
View background statusFaith No More developed in California's Bay Area from the earlier group Faith No Man. We Care a Lot and Introduce Yourself featured singer Chuck Mosley before Mike Patton joined for The Real Thing. Epic and Falling...
View background statusFaith No More developed in California's Bay Area from the earlier group Faith No Man. We Care a Lot and Introduce Yourself featured singer Chuck Mosley before Mike Patton joined for The Real Thing. Epic and Falling...
View background statusReported release: 1995Date needs verification
A cover of Richie Havens' Woodstock performance for the "Panther" soundtrack.
View background statusThe confusion and complexity of life and relationships.
View background statusReported release: 1999 / 2000Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Critique of Hollywood culture and excess
View background statusPolitical activism and media criticism
View background statusOvercoming addiction and personal struggles
View background statusReported release: 1999 / 2000Date needs verification | Recent carryover
The song was inspired by the dark side of Hollywood and the entertainment industry.
View background statusReported release: 1999Date needs verification | Recent carryover
The song was inspired by political activism and the power of media to influence public opinion.
View background statusThe song was inspired by lead singer Anthony Kiedis' struggles with drug addiction.
View background statusA metaphorical journey of self-discovery.
View background statusThe song tells the story of a fictional character named Dani, representing various women the band has known.
View background statusReported release: 2006Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Source year-end #91Metaphor for cocaine addiction and recovery.
View background status1960-2025. Each year contains 150 selections.