Behind The Sun

Album: Uplift Mofo Party Plan (1987)
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Songfacts®:

  • The song was released as part of the Uplift Mofo Party Plan album in 1987, but not released as a single until 1992, as a way of promoting the Chili Peppers What Hits? compilation. A video was also made in 1992 combining animation and footage from the "Higher Ground" video.
  • This was written by original Chili Peppers members Jack Irons, Hillel Slovak, Anthony Kiedis, and Flea.
  • Late Guitarist Hillel Slovak played the sitar in this song. >>
    Suggestion credit:
    Randy - Clinton, IL, for all above

Comments: 5

  • Luna Loud from Royal Woods, MichiganThe video features artwork drawn by Hillel. This song was played live only once, as the band didn't think it translated well to a live setting.
  • Lydia Mcgowan from Monkstown Co. Dublin IrelandVery catchy song!
  • Liz from Sydney, AustraliaIf there ever was an epic 80's anthem, this is totally it. The peppers played from their hearts, its just that their hearts were totally drugged up. None the less, this is awesome.
  • Peter from Penistown, Ilthis song sounds like some sort of LSD trip
  • Don from San Antonio, TxGreat surf song!
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