Flea on his memoir, "Acid For the Children"
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- Опубліковано 14 тра 2024
- In his autobiography, the Red Hot Chili Peppers bass player writes not of rock star glory, but of a vulnerable childhood when he discovered the magic of music. Anthony Mason reports.
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This is why I love flea. He has no hate, no discrimination, no badness in his heart. He appreciates everyone, and his life. Seems like such a good dude.
He’s human like anyone else. Fans are so delusional lol
You know him personally? That’s cool dude
@@gregorymcchicken2662 haters like you are, he never said he isnt human
And he's SO EDGY.
@@Charlee239 At multiple points in our lives we're all haters; we're all only one act from redemption.
Flea is a man not afraid to cry or get emotional
Real men don't cry only girls cry
hipsonsogbo we’re all human, why is showing emotion unmanly?
@@hipsonsogbo Toxic masculinity much? I think we'll defer to Flea on this one, troll.
@PVT PERKINS14 If you were a man you wouldn't have to ask this question.
@msmeatpuppet91 "Toxic masculinity" 😅 ok ms. teenager. When you walk outside tomorrow, remember it was "toxic" men who built everything you take for granted.
This guy is still a kid inside. That's why he's such a special musician.
Yes he never lost his inner child and that's so important .
Flea is an extremely evolved, emotional & sensitive human being. He is not only a genius of a bass player but an exceptional human being.
not true he cut me off in traffic and told me to "Suck one"
@@InfiniteRhombus hahaha you got son’d by flea! Consider yourself lucky my friend
“I never thought id play bass “ one of the best bass players ever
Les claypool is better than both
Macca said the same thing
@@nickhillard511 the thing is you cant compare any of them and say they are better, they all have different styles. so yeah, disagree that any of them are better than each other
@@nickhillard511 Flea has more influence over time. Every new generation will point to Flea as their source of inspiration more over any other bass player. I'm an example to that. I do recognize on the other hand how amazing Les and Cliff are on every level, but hands down Flea is well known and more recognizable worldwide over the other two.
ONE OF THE WHAT? FOOL PLEASE!
Flea is a true man, not afraid to show how he feels about his life, lucky man for sure
@Travis Heitzman How you come up with that?
@Travis Heitzman Can you show me one of those photos ?
thats actually the description of a true girl
@Travis Heitzman For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again.
@Travis Heitzman Nobody cares about your superstitious crap.
Flea's openness to his vulnerability is so rare in men especially, but humanity in general would benefit hugely if it were to take heed the lessons within the words of this great person. He's a living inspiration, a legend.
"Taking pain and turning it into beauty, that's art" .....great quote from a true artist
and Alchemist
Flea is one of the most beatiful,soulful people living today. The world needs more people like him.....
@ijcn0jir3nvjn3fjcifn
Oh you know him?
@@mars6433 he is contributing what he can, unfortunately all he can add is his little "idiot" probably an insecure child hope for his sake not an old one. Hopefully one day he will grow beyond and learn more than said idiocy.
then START beeing more like him instead of talking about others should be like him. Inspire people ya know ;D
Boneheads
Waking up and having emotions after yrs of addiction is a scary start.
can confirm
@@AriTheElk you made it brother & we are all here for you~
i've been in that boat too. everything is so manic.
Freckley I feel u man. I m bipolar and manic is fun too it isn’t.
As a bassist I love all things Flea and his growth
Yes, we finally start facing deep emotions we keep buried within. But once we sit and observe them, we can finally let them go 🙏🏼
@@JazzyWaveOfficial that is the stage on in sober and angry....this will pass....with time tears and talking
"By the lake, it's a rare and tranquil moment for flee" as he vigorously slaps da bass like a madman. XD
Hahaha there is no tranquility in the mind of flea
Damn, every time he chokes up I start crying
cause we real men,we feel it so profoundly
Same...
flea is rich but he looks and talks like an ordinary guy that would ask you for a cigarette
flesh cork just because he might be rich doesn’t mean he isn’t a ordinary guy. Money doesn’t always change unless you let it. Everyone is ordinary deep in their hearts no matter what life gives them or throws their way.
He also looks like he would ask if you could score him some meth and clean syringe.
I’d gladly bum Flea a smoke!
@@Jakescott222 I'd gladly score him an 8ball of crystal and a clean needle.
The rich that deserve it and earned it
This man is a master in the art of living life with full intensity.
We should all aspire to live with the openness he does. Its really inspiring
I love when he plays he gets totally lost in the music and I really admire that🤙
Ingrid Avila He goes all out. His energy is just great. On stage the guy just rides the wave all night
Lol wow you people are brain washed by false idol's...if only you knew what they do behind closed doors.
@@number1enemyoftheuseless985 Pondering the depths of depravity inherent within all those evil acts and the magnitude of sin thus inflicted, must be so undeniably gratifying for anyone so miraculously resistant to the devil's charms!
When Flea says "He picked ME" is saying "it was pure faith in me as a human beeing more than a future bass player." Thats what gets him so emotional.
The best book I’ve ever read. It’s insane on how amazing it is. I literally can’t put into words in how great the book is. I’m 14, and it changed my views in life. I truly connected with this when I listened to giant steps for the first time. The key changes made me feel something i never felt before. I first listened to RHCP for the first time at like 9 and man. It really got my into music. Read the book it’s amazing man.
Nicoo to hear
14, you are so young.
Curently reading at 25 years old.
Wish you all the best, take care of yourself :)
I've just ordered it after finishing 'scar tissue'.
I'm looking forward to a great read!
Just don't try an emulate Flea's teenage years.
That’s nothing! I’m an embryo and read his book and it was amazing!
@@user-te3qq1rb7u i know a guy who was way worse at that! Lol
God, I wish this interview was like 6 hours long. Love Flea!
Red Hot Chili Peppers man buy the book
@@romarina2687 I just did :)
@jon britton have you traveled the world and wrote a book? You're a really stupid person. Flea is a beautiful man and you're an idiot.
@@theForrestGalantey Hey Needles.
I'd like to hear him speak about this book
I didn't know he could tear up the piano like that!
Yea. If you watch the making of "Blood Sugar Sex Magic", he kills it. Still one of my favorite group videos. Now I want to watch it. Been a few years.
He's pretty sick on the trumpet as well. Bass isn't his first instrument. He's so insanely talented
Theres probably alot you dont know lol
@@JAHDUBProductions i think you're confusing him wirh Chad Smith
@@supernothing77 Chad plays at the end of the video when they're packing to leave. Flea recorded piano on that album
It’s hard to watch this and not cry. Being a musician I know exactly what he’s talking about. I remember the exact moment I saw a live band and decided I wanted to be that. It’s like flea said. They were magicians to me. It was pure magic.
Flea is such an emotional human being. His wounds never seem to fully heal. He carries that pain around all the time it always comes up when he talks about it.
Yeah for sure. Flea is amazing but everyone saying he is a perfect human with no hate in his heart are on some celebrity worship. I agree that flea seems like the best nicest guy but we all have demons. He gets angry and sad and makes mistakes he regrets just like all of us. He is a great example of a humble celebrity and a generally humble person. I'll admit he probably is close to what we see and is probably mostly the amazing person we think he is tho
its not pain. its beauty that brings him to tears.
@@blistabliss I agree i also dislike worshipping artists and putting unrealistic expectations torwards people. I like him and i think he is a fascinating and inspiring human being, i dont think he is without his faults.
Flea is so authentic, such an amazing musician and spirit.
All the feels, damn Flea. It's so refreshing to see someone who has experienced monumental success, while not taking anything for-granted.
Lul. You don't even know him.
Kane Williams you completely missed the sentiment, but that’s okay. Have a nice day!
@@abb0tt you're clearly ignoring the fact that this is a promotion for the book that he is selling. Of course he's going to sound like a down-to-earth person. Hence him selling books to people like you. Fools!
@@kane00000 wow...who cares???
@@abb0tt You.
This brought me to tears. I really felt it when he said "he picked me". When you've been an outcast your whole life, and someone invites you to their world, nothing means more than that. Thank you for sharing this, Flea
I love Flea. He's such a gentle soul.
He's inspired and inspiring, goofy and kind, and a musical genius too.
I remember sneaking into a private beach in Malibu and body surfing the waves with my friends. A man, his wife, daughter, and dog came down from the houses above. We knew we didnt belong there and I got a little apprehensive when this man started walking up to us. He walked up to our makeshift driftwood hut and asked, "did you guys make a fire out here last night?" I said,"No" as I shivered from the cold ocean I'd just left. He saw me shivering and said, "don't worry man im not trying to get you in trouble." I laughed and said, "thanks... This beach is beautiful." He smiled that famous gap toothed smile and all of a sudden I realized who he was. Looking out over the ocean, he responded, "I know." And went to join his family again. The man had such a deeply peaceful presence, I'll never forget it.
All beaches in California are public
I love this man I wish he would run for mayor of Los Angeles he does so much for this city and he’s truly a nice genuine guy.
@@linkjn1850 extreme apportation :v
@@linkjn1850 Technically true but that's not the reality due to geography and home ownership. I lived in Laguna beach and our beach was only accessible through private, gated property. Sure you could paddle over from the surrounding beaches but nobody was lounging around on our beach unless they were invited by a resident.
@@dankenton exactly, this beach you had to go through these caves that are created by the tide. It's north of a malibu state park but inaccessible except through the caves or paddling
He is more cool than I already thought he was.
I have never seen a man whose heart seems so open to everything: to be so vulnerable and shy yet courageous. He embodies the core essence of art , a spirit of going into the abyss but with togetherness and friendship to learn. He and and his music will always have a place because of this.
Couldn’t agree more.
When he says he could feel again after he quit doing drugs it really resonates with me. Saying that “sometimes it felt like a river of pain” makes sense too but it’s better to feel pain than nothing at all. At a certain point it feels better to finally confront those painful feelings head on and open your eyes and let those feelings motivate you to change what’s been making you unhappy. If you’ve numbed yourself with drugs until you don’t enjoy them anymore getting to be sober and feel emotions again is the new high.
I like how he describes his first musical experience as being "taken over the by spirit".
And this is why I felt a great affinity for the Red Hot Chili Peppers. I used to stare at the posters and album covers. Their plutonic love was salient and I deeply admired it. It’s not just a band, it’s a brotherhood, companionship.
Whoa I felt the same way but never put it into words. Well done
I agree, I did the same. Well said.
Flea wears his heart on his sleeve. Got to love it, part of that is what makes him an excellent musician
He’s so sensitive in all of his interviews. It’s so beautiful because you would never expect that.
Flea is a great human being. We need more people like him in this ugly demented world.
Can't wait for Flea to write his second book,and then talk about his relationship with Frusciante
Was about to comment something like this. Like "So we'd have to wait for the second book to read about John then. I'm fine with waiting."
@@danegonzales5651 same, i just want some in depth info
Yes please. Those two created gold together
Yeah same here man. Do you know if there definitely will be a second book written?
@@thrashthrasherson3803 Flea said there's a chance but we will have to wait a long time since he's about to tour and other stuff
I will never be able to adequately express the love and admiration I have for Flea, not only as a musician and performer, but as a sweet, humble, and truly beautiful human being. His music, his band, his words, all resonate with me so deeply. In 2017 I was lucky enough to see the Peppers play live, and fortunate enough to be within a few dozen feet of Flea. I have a picture of my drunken self, right in front of Flea, in the zone, creating music. It is without a second thought one of the single most incredible experiences of my life, and I'm thankful proof of it will always exist.
When you can feel a persons heart beat and love from several thousand miles away. That is true honesty, openness and health. Flea, you will forever be one of my favorite humans. Overcome and continue to love and to live. Congrats on the beautiful wife and fulfilling life.
"The universe gives us the ones we need and the the ones we deserve "
D E E P !!!
😂You'll get older too☺
@@Io-Io-Io u make no sense son.
@@cvela10 😂ya kiddo🤣😂😅
See l was ur age too once.
Take no offense. Carry on☺
@@Io-Io-Io thanks old man.
@@cvela10 Not that old though 😉
There’s a man reveling in gratitude. Anyone can give themselves the same gift.
I love that he still is a child at heart. I used to be a huge fan of Anthony as a teen, but now that I'm older I realize that Flea is a much nicer person.
Flea is just this simple soul of gold with intelligence and humor
I cried when he started to well up about his musical moment
My favorite moment in this interview was seeing the emotion coming from Flea when recalling Hilel -- more than 30 years have passed since his death, but the pain of his loss is still quite visible within those so close to him like Flea was!!
They have never gotten over losing Hillel. Damn shame. Someone so loved didn't take better care of himself.
What a gentle soul. That's why we love you Flea.
He seems like the most genuine person. I love watching him play he is so in tune with the music and his instrument. Quite moving really.
Flea represents the kind of people that I’m drawn too! He loves what he likes and likes what he loves. He’s open to try new things, new people, he is inclusive and stands up for those that are important too him. Thats good people there.
yes integrity and emotion
So true!🙂
💯👌
I love Flea and I just can't say enough on how he has been an influence on my life.
i love this man. i love his honesty and how freely he shares his vulnerability with a total stranger is milestones ahead of so many.
I always love interviews with Flea. He sounds like such a deep caring soul with great life experiences.
What a fascinating man, I had no idea.
Man I love this guy, he's such a good soul, the world needs more people like this
I love Flea so much - what a special kind beautiful soul he has. Thank you for sharing 🥰
He seems like such a sweet and beautiful soul. It makes me happy knowing that he has found happiness. I hope he knows that he deserves it.
I remember meeting Flea in the early 2000’s when he came up north to SB for his birthday. I valet parked his car(I did that as a side hustle for extra money). He was very nice and when I told him I was not going to charge him for stack parking his car, he said “Are you sure? You won’t get in trouble or anything?” I told him it was fine and I was happy to hook him up. Then he said, “It’s my birthday today.” I told him happy birthday and he & his friend went about their business in town. When he returned for his car, he asked me where the the closest 101 entrance was. I told him and wished him a good day. I was pretty stoked to meet him because I grew up listening to the music he and the Peppers made! Hope to meet him again one day, chill guy.
What was his ride back then?
Daniel Espinoza , If I recall correctly....he and his buddy(who could have been the drummer or not) were driving a Porsche.
@@SirTheoTheWhite Amazing, that’s a fun happening!
Flea is an inspiration... thank you for being such an open and honest artist
Flea is one of my biggest inspirations and the man who reflects many feelings. My respect for him. Love him so much❤️
I've always loved this beautiful spirit!
Thank you L.A. for a lot of my favorite people.
Beautiful story from a beautiful broken human being.
Broken? I think you're interpreting what Flea says very wrong
@@jwolfgang6034 Maybe. It's a compliment at the end of the day, though.
Yeah, but you should read Scar Tissue, Anthony's book, if you haven't. Flea was the first to quit drugs in the band. And he was always there for Anthony while he was battling addiction.
@@jwolfgang6034 Maybe we are all broken.
@@TimBurtonTim whooaa....so deep 😒
This band was formed with brotherly love.
Jealous? 😜
This made me cry. I can relate to him so much about his discovery of music and seeing someone makes pain into art, it makes you feel giddy inside. He is the one and only reason why I picked up the bass. He has no idea how much impact he made in my life. I love him to death.
Flea is such a thoughtful, sensitive, talented, kind soul 💞
Deep Reflections of a complicated life. What a fabulous person, musician, entertainer and humbly inspired talent. There could be no Chilli Peppers minus just one of those geniuses! Thanks for opening up your life for us to learn about. 🚒🚒🚒
He is such a grateful human.
From musician to musician, this is just truly awesome. I remember being 15 years old, bought the Flea bass VHC lesson tape, learned how to slap bass guitar. So funny how we all learn from each other. Those magic moments that Flea talked about, how I can relate with that so much. It’s the reason why I’m still a musician today. Remembering that first magic moment being accepted into a band. No feeling like it!!! Lov u man!!! Will def read the book 👊🏼
I love him so much. Thank you flea for keeping me alive ❤️
Creed from The Office sure knows how to slap the bass.
Creed was a pro in the 60s
Stfu
He's a guitarist though.
He was the lead guitarist of the grass roots in the 60s
That’s not part of the character he really did that irl
@@isaacwilliams9919 it is part of his character too. Creed mentions he used to play for the Grass roots and shows pictures.
He can’t write the 2nd part because he’s not done living it!
That just means we get a TRIquel! (Idk the real name for the third book in a series😂)
The ‘real name’ for third book in a series is the third book...
@@BURDYMAN777 Trilogy might be the word you're looking for 😁
Most genuine person in the world of music. His words are always so powerful and pure. Love Flea and love the Peppers.
Flea’s awesome. Cool guy, amazing musician, and a memorable actor. Loved him in Back to the Future and as Donnie Thornberry
Gotta add Star Wars now lol
So grateful to be chosen for the role, he put his entire heart and soul into it!
And boy, does it show!!!
Dammn, I remember Flea driving down on Sunset in his rainbow old Mercedes. Every panel on that car was a different color ! I was standing in the door of Sunset Strip Tattoo, with one of the guys working there ... He said, with admiration : look , there is Flea in his clown mercedes.! ..I thougt , that is SOOO Flea ! ! around 2003 ? Dude is well loved , for sure..
What a compassionate man, with a heart of gold and a talent to match..I adore him. I need to read his book, I bet it's a great read I have always loved the RHCP
I love his heart! Very gifted man.
What a wonderful human.
God bless you Flea.
I love how Flea feels emotions and isn't ashamed to show them to the world. This is very inspirational to me and should be to all men.❤
The way music moves him. The way music rescues his soul. Its beautiful
his soul is so awaken, so wise and so innocent at the same time, so intact, so sensible
Flea is my hero
Flea isn’t just a brilliant musician and rock star, he has a HEART OF GOLD. So much ❤️ for the guy.
Flea shows no fear in showing love and vulnerability. A true man. Love to everyone out there.❤
this is a man who fully understands the gift he was blessed with and is trying to give back through art... kudos!!!
What an a awesome human being 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻❤️
what a brilliantly unique, talented, and profound human being .... someone needs to do a 10 hour interview with him
The interviewer has a very calm and smooth kind of communication.
Flea has to be one of the most sincere people on earth...
Soul to Squeeze will forever be my jam!!!
God Bless him!!!
What a tender soul. All heart and on his sleeve. Rare in the rarified air that destroys more often than heals. Love his collaboration with Thom and will never forget the needle touching down on ‘Higher Ground.’
I am old. So old, I can't remember when the Chili Peppers came into my world, like they've always been there. That is a good and weird thing.
You’re not so old bro 😎
My brother loved to play the bass just like Flea 💕
One of the best memoirs-ever-not just in the rock/music category. LongLiveFlea! Thank you!!
FLEA in the Lakers jacket💜💛💜💛💜💛. I love seeing pics when Flea and Anthony were kids. I totally see them being hellraisers . These are real Angelenos. They represent LA in such a positive and beautiful way.He has such a kind heart.
Flea is like one of the last iconic rock stars with wisdom you could listen to for days.
Love Flea, I could keep watching him for hours whether it's interviews or music
What an incredibly sweet human being. I just want to give him a hug.
Flea you rock, thanks for the book.
Love Flea, always will. Can't wait to get enough money together to buy his book!
he’s so down to earth and empathetic, wishing him all the best
So humble and sincere , great guy !!! Great bass player !
"They were musicians, it was magic".
Flea’s the Man!!
the compassion from this man is moving
Flea just so humble......didn't think I could love him more.