Give It Away

by Red Hot Chili Peppers

Give It Away cover art

Propelled by an intensely aggressive, driving bassline provided by Flea and John Frusciante's reverse-tape guitar solo, this track defined the band's massive 1990s breakthrough. The lyrics reflect Anthony Kiedis's philosophical realization regarding the virtues of altruism and letting go of material possessions. Assisted by its striking, silver-painted music video directed by Stéphane Sednaoui, it became a defining anthem of the alternative rock era.

Genres

  • Funk Rock
  • Rap Rock
  • Alternative Rock

Tracklist

  1. Give It Away (Single Mix)
  2. Give It Away (12" Mix)
  3. Search And Destroy
  4. Give It Away (Rasta Mix)
  5. Give It Away (Album Version)