Purple Stain
Purple Stain

Red Hot Chili Peppers - Purple Stain Lyrics

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Purple Stain Lyrics

To finger paint is not a sin
I put my middle finger in
Your monthly blood is what I win
I'm in your house now let me spin
Python power straight from Monty
Celluloid loves got a John Frusciante
Spread your head and spread the blanket
She's too free and I'm the patient

Black and white a red and blue
Things that look good on you
And if I scream don't let me go
A purple stain I know

Knock on wood, we all stay good
'Cause we all live in Hollywood
With Dracula and Darla Hood
Unspoken words were understood
Up to my ass in alligators
Let's get it on with the alligator haters
Did what you did, did what you said
What's the point? Yo, what's the spread?

Black and white a red and blue
Things that look good on you
And if I scream don't let me go
A purple stain I know
And if I call for you to stay
Come hit the funk on your way
It's way out there but I don't care
'Cause this is where I go

Knock on wood, we all stay good
'Cause we all live in Hollywood
With Dracula and Darla Hood
Unspoken words were understood
It's way out there but I don't care
'Cause this is what I wanna wear
Knock on wood we, all stay good
'Cause we all live in Hollywood

To finger paint is not a sin
I put my middle finger in
Your monthly blood is what I win
I'm in your house now let me spin
Feather light, but you can't a move this
Farley is an angel and I can prove this
Purple is a stain upon my pillow
Let's sleep, weeping willow

Black and white a red and blue
Things that look good on you
And if I scream don't let me go
A purple stain I know
And if I call for you to stay
Come hit the funk on your way
It's way out there but I don't care
'Cause this is where I go

Knock on wood, we all stay good
'Cause we all live in Hollywood
With Dracula and Darla Hood
Unspoken words were understood
It's way out there but I don't care
'Cause this is what I wanna wear
Knock on wood we, all stay good
'Cause we all live in Hollywood

Writer(s): Michael Peter Balzary, John Anthony Frusciante, Anthony Kiedis, Chad Gaylord Smith
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Hipgnosis Songs Group
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the lyrics for 'Purple Stain'?

    'Purple Stain' was written by Red Hot Chili Peppers members Michael Peter Balzary (Flea), John Anthony Frusciante, Anthony Kiedis, and Chad Gaylord Smith.

  2. Which album features the song 'Purple Stain'?

    'Purple Stain' is featured on the Red Hot Chili Peppers' seventh studio album, 'Californication,' which was released on June 8, 1999.

  3. What are some of the pop culture references in 'Purple Stain'?

    The song includes references to Monty Python ('Python power straight from Monty'), Dracula, and Darla Hood. Monty Python is a famous British comedy troupe, while Dracula is a classic horror character created by Bram Stoker. Darla Hood was a child actress known for her role in Our Gang.

  4. What does John Frusciante say about blueberries in relation to this song?

    John Frusciante introduces the song by saying, 'I really like blueberries. I eat them every morning,' which could imply that the purple stain mentioned in the song might come from blueberry juice.

  5. How did critics respond to the album 'Californication'?

    'Californication', featuring 'Purple Stain', received generally positive reviews. Critics praised it for its melodic approach and noted it as a major improvement over its predecessor. The album marked a significant stylistic shift for the band and helped revitalize their image and relevancy.

  6. What themes are explored in 'Californication', the album that includes 'Purple Stain'?

    'Californication' explores various themes including sexual innuendos, death, suicide, California lifestyle, drugs, globalization, and travel. It represents a change towards more melodic riffs and structured songs compared to previous albums.

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