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Red Hot Chili Peppers - Dosed Lyrics

If you're looking for a tune that's dripping with emotional syrup, buckle up! "Dosed" by Red Hot Chili Peppers is a heartfelt serenade to the one who got away—or rather, the one who never quite was. The lyrics paint a picture of unrequited love and longing,… Read more

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Dosed Lyrics

I got dosed by you, and
Closer than most to you, and
What am I supposed to do?
Take it away
I never had it anyway
Take it away
And everything will be okay

In you, a star is born, and
You cut a perfect form, and
Someone forever warm
Lay on, lay on, lay on, lay on
Lay on, lay on, lay on, lay on

Way up on the mountain where she died
All I ever wanted was your life
Deep inside the canyon, I can't hide
All I ever wanted was your life

Show love with no remorse, and
Climb on to your seahorse, and
This ride is right on course
This is the way I wanted it to be with you
This is the way I knew that it would be with you
Lay on, lay on, lay on, lay on
Lay on, lay on, lay on, lay on

Way up on the mountain where she died
All I ever wanted was your life
Deep inside the canyon, I can't hide
All I ever wanted was your life

I got dosed by you, and
Closer than most to you, and
What am I supposed to do?
Take it away, I never had it anyway
Take it away, and everything will be okay

Way up on the mountain where she died
All I ever wanted was your life
Deep inside the canyon, I can't hide
All I ever wanted was your life

Writer(s): Michael Balzary, John Frusciante, Anthony Kiedis, Chad Smith
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Hipgnosis Songs Group
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What is the Meaning of Dosed?

If you're looking for a tune that's dripping with emotional syrup, buckle up! "Dosed" by Red Hot Chili Peppers is a heartfelt serenade to the one who got away—or rather, the one who never quite was. The lyrics paint a picture of unrequited love and longing, wrapped up in metaphors about mountains and seahorses (because why not keep things interesting?). The protagonist is dosed, not with medicine, but with a heavy hit of affection that's closer than most yet still out of reach. It’s like reaching for the last cookie in the jar and realizing it’s just a crumb. So what’s the remedy? According to our lovelorn singer: acceptance and moving on. Easier sung than done, right?

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who are the writers of the song 'Dosed' by Red Hot Chili Peppers?

    The song 'Dosed' was written by Michael Balzary (Flea), John Frusciante, Anthony Kiedis, and Chad Smith. These members include the band's bassist, guitarist, vocalist, and drummer respectively.

  2. Why was no music video made for 'Dosed'?

    There is no specific information provided about why a music video was not made for 'Dosed'. It is common for not all singles to have music videos, possibly due to budget constraints, artistic decisions, or the focus on other tracks.

  3. When and where was 'Dosed' performed live for the first time in its entirety?

    'Dosed' was performed live in its entirety for the first time on May 28, 2017 during The Getaway World Tour at a concert in Edmonton. This performance included Zach Irons on guitar to honor a terminally ill fan named Maggie Schmidt.

  4. What unique musical elements are featured in 'Dosed'?

    'Dosed' features four guitars playing completely different riffs throughout the track. These guitars were played by John Frusciante and Flea. Additionally, the chorus showcases harmonizing vocals between John Frusciante and Anthony Kiedis.

  5. How did 'Dosed' perform on music charts?

    'Dosed' peaked at number 13 on the U.S. Modern Rock Tracks chart in 2003. Its recognition on this chart highlights its popularity within the modern rock genre during that period.

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