One Hot Minute

One Hot Minute is the sixth studio album by American rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers, released on September 12, 1995, by Warner Bros. Records. The creation of the album was marked by a significant change in the band's lineup, with guitarist John Frusciante departing and being replaced by Dave Navarro, formerly of Jane's Addiction. This change brought a new dimension to the band's sound, incorporating elements of heavy metal, psychedelic rock, and experimental music into their established funk rock style.

Background

Following the success of their previous album, Blood Sugar Sex Magik, the Red Hot Chili Peppers faced personal and professional challenges that led to the departure of Frusciante. The band struggled to find a suitable replacement, eventually recruiting Navarro in 1993. The recording sessions for One Hot Minute were fraught with difficulties, including drug relapses and creative differences, which delayed the album's release.

Music and Lyrics

One Hot Minute diverges from the predominantly funk rock sound of the Red Hot Chili Peppers' earlier work, featuring a broader range of styles. Navarro's heavy metal guitar riffs and psychedelic influences are prominent throughout the album. Lyrically, the album reflects the band's tumultuous period, with themes of pain, addiction, and introspection. Songs like "Warped," "My Friends," and "Aeroplane" showcase the band's exploration of darker and more complex emotional territory.

Reception

Upon its release, One Hot Minute received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the band's willingness to experiment and Navarro's contribution to their sound, while others missed Frusciante's influence and criticized the album's lack of cohesion. Despite the mixed critical reception, One Hot Minute achieved commercial success, selling over two million copies in the United States and spawning several hit singles.

Legacy

In the years following its release, One Hot Minute has been reevaluated by some critics and fans, who have come to appreciate its unique place in the Red Hot Chili Peppers' discography. The album's exploration of darker themes and its departure from the band's signature sound have earned it a cult following. However, it remains a polarizing work among the band's body of music.

Navarro's tenure with the Red Hot Chili Peppers was short-lived, and he departed from the band in 1998. Frusciante would return to the fold later that year, leading to a return to their earlier sound with the release of Californication in 1999.

Track Listing

The standard edition of One Hot Minute includes the following tracks:

1. "Warped"
2. "Aeroplane"
3. "Deep Kick"
4. "My Friends"
5. "Coffee Shop"
6. "Pea"
7. "One Big Mob"
8. "Walkabout"
9. "Tearjerker"
10. "One Hot Minute"
11. "Falling into Grace"
12. "Shallow Be Thy Game"
13. "Transcending"

Personnel

• Anthony Kiedis – lead vocals
• Flea – bass, backing vocals
• Dave Navarro – guitar
• Chad Smith – drums, percussion

See Also

• Red Hot Chili Peppers discography
• Blood Sugar Sex Magik
• Californication