BY THE WAY
Track Listing
By The Way
Universally Speaking
This Is the Place
Dosed
Don’t Forget Me
The Zephyr Song
Can’t Stop
I Could Die for You
Midnight
Throw Away Your Television
Cabron
Tear
On Mercury
Minor Thing
Warm Tape
Venice Queen
My Rating
8.5/10
Average Critic Rating
8/10
Overview
This is an album that really showcases the range and vibrant crossroads of funk, rock, and introspection that the Red Hot Chili Peppers offer. The album is a rich tapestry of energetic rhythms and melodic explorations, highlighting the band's signature funky energy while adding a harmonious string to their bow that wasn’t previously heard. John Frusciante’s guitar work once again shines with both blistering riffs and delicate melodies, creating a dynamic soundscape that truly captures the essence of the band's evolution. This album is a complete breath of fresh air for both the band members and the listeners alike. Overall, ‘By the Way’ is a testament to the Red Hot Chili Peppers' ability to innovate while remaining true to their roots, delivering a collection of tracks that resonate with both depth and danceability.
Recommended for funky folk looking for a moment of introspection and harmony.
Featured Song
By the Way
Most Streamed
Can’t Stop
Least Streamed
Warm Tape
Underrated
This is the Place
TVV Top 3 Songs
By the Way | The Zephyr Song | Can’t Stop
Singles
By the Way | Universally Speaking | Dosed | The Zephyr Song | Can’t Stop
TVV Top 3 Non-Singles
Don’t Forget Me | I Could Die for You | Minor Thing
Listen to Again?
Yes
No-Skip Album?
Yes
Album Artwork Rating
8/10
It's a beautiful piece of art that I think really captures the vibe of the album. Forming the background is the landscape of the band’s hometown, the energetic city of Los Angeles, matched with a moody and almost cold colour palette that creates a juxtaposition between the two. I also like the fact that the figure in the painting was John’s then-girlfriend, and was also painted by her father - a nice personal touch for the band.
Genre
Alternative Rock
RL
Warner Records
Recording Studio
Cello Studios (Los Angeles, California) | Chateau Marmont (Los Angeles, California)
