Brendan's Death Song

Red Hot Chili Peppers

About Brendan's Death Song

"Brendan's Death Song" is a song by the Red Hot Chili Peppers from their 2011 album I'm with You and was released as the album's fifth and final single on June 11, 2012 through digital download. A two-track CD single was released in Germany on August 24, 2012.


Year:
2011
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If I die before I get it done
Will you decide
Take my words and turn them into sounds
That will survive
Because a long time ago
I knew not to deprive

It's safe out there and now you're everywhere
Just like the sky
And you are love, you are the love supreme
You are the rise
And when you hear this, you know it's your jam
It's your goodbye

Like I said you know I'm almost dead
You know I'm almost gone
And when the drummer drums
He's gonna play my song
To carry me along

Like I said you know I'm almost dead
You know I'm almost gone
And when the boatman comes 
To ferry me away
To where we all belong

We all crossed when we were feeling lost
It's just the time
Kateri cried the day her lover died
She recognized
Because you gave her a life of real love
It's no surprise

The night's are long, but the years are short
When you're alive
Way back when we'll never be again
It was a time
It's gonna catch you so glad I met you
To walk a line

Like I said you know I'm almost dead
You know I'm almost gone
And when the drummer drums
He's gonna play my song
To carry me along

Like I said you know I'm almost dead
You know I'm almost gone
And when the boatman comes 
To ferry me away
To where we all belong

Like I said you know I'm almost dead
You know I'm almost gone
And when the drummer drums
He's gonna play my song
To carry me along

Like I said you know I'm almost dead
You know I'm almost gone
And when the boatman comes 
To ferry me away
To where we all belong

Let me live so when it's time to die
Even the reaper cries
Let me die so when it's time to live
Another sun will rise

I said yeah
Yeah yeah, yeah yeah
I said yeah
Yeah yeah, yeah yeah

Like I said you know I'm almost dead
You know I'm almost gone
And when the drummer drums
He's gonna play my song
To carry me along

Like I said you know I'm almost dead
You know I'm almost gone
And when the boatman comes 
To ferry me away
To where we all belong

Like I said you know I'm almost dead
You know I'm almost gone
Like I said you know I'm almost dead
You know I'm almost gone
Like I said you know I'm almost dead
You know I'm almost gone

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Red Hot Chili Peppers

Red Hot Chili Peppers are an American rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1983. The group's musical style primarily consists of rock with an emphasis on funk, as well as elements from other genres such as punk rock and psychedelic rock. Live, they incorporate many aspects of jam rock due to the improvised nature of much of their performances. Currently, the band consists of founding members Anthony Kiedis (vocals) and Michael "Flea" Balzary (bass), longtime drummer Chad Smith, and guitarist Josh Klinghoffer, who joined in late 2009, following the departure of John Frusciante. The Red Hot Chili Peppers have won seven Grammy Awards and sold over 80 million albums worldwide. In 2012 they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. more »

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Written by: MICHAEL BALZARY, ANTHONY KIEDIS, JOSH ADAM KLINGHOFFER, CHAD SMITH

Lyrics © MoeBeToBlame, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC

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11 facts about this song

Album Classification
"Brendan's Deathsong" is a track from the Red Hot Chili Peppers' tenth studio album, "I'm With You."
Release Date
It was released as the album's fifth single on June 11, 2012.
Inspiration
The song was inspired by the passing of Brendan Mullen, a personal friend and early supporter of the band. Mullen was the proprietor of The Masque, a punk rock venue where the Red Hot Chili Peppers performed in their early days.
Song Connection
Anthony Kiedis, the band's lead vocalist, was so moved by Mullen's death that he wrote the lyrics to "Brendan's Death Song" on the day of Mullen's funeral.
Musical Style
The song starts as a ballad, steadily building up to be a full-on rock song, displaying the band's versatility in integrating different musical styles in one song.
Music Video
The music video for "Brendan's Death Song" was directed by Marc Klasfeld, and it's filmed in black-and-white. It features a joyous representation of a New Orleans style funeral march.
Chart Performance
Despite its somber theme, the song was well received commercially, peaking at number one on the Billboard Alternative Songs and number four on the Rock Songs chart.
Critical Reception
Critics praised the song for its honest lyricism and emotional depth, showcasing a more vulnerable side of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Live Performances
Despite being a hit single, the song has rarely been performed live due to its complex structure and emotional intensity.
Tribute
"Brendan's Death Song" serves as a melancholic tribute not only to Brendan Mullen but to anyone who has ever inspired or mentored someone in their journey towards success.
Artwork
The cover art for the "Brendan's Death Song" single features a photograph of Jersey Mullen, Brendan's beloved dog.

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