Flea, I'm 54 and have struggled with depression my whole life. After my wife passed 4 1/2 years ago I have resorted back to a very introverted and lonely existence. Hearing your words and learning that you have dedicated so much to helping those creative kids have a chance to do what they love sure made me smile. Thank you.
I'm 50 this year and live a similar life since a terrible break up 18years ago. I don't have any friends as I gave up socialising, lost my job and pretty much everything. I tell myself this is how it was meant to be. My life now is a lot less stressful now and I'm happy.
I can relate to what he was saying about being alone. Even though I'm divorced from my ex, we still talk and are close friends. I tell her I'm gonna always need her around to talk to, we communicate pretty well and I think that's a good thing for my daughter just to see that even though mom and dad are no longer together we can talk and get along. But I tell my ex and my daughter that I don't like being alone, when I'm alone and I can't fight off the depression and loneliness then that's when I want to start doing dumb things like using again to cope with the loneliness and depression. But I don't tell my ex-wife this because I don't want her to think that it's an excuse to try to get her to come back so I just try to deal with some of the stuff myself.
I'm your age, divorced, but was fortunate enough to meet a fantastic lady when I was flat broke and living with my mum, due to the divorce process. We're now still together eight years later. Life can be great. Work on yourself. Gym. See friends, get a hobby. We're not going to be here for much longer, so make the most of it. Good luck.👍
So glad I clicked on this. Not the biggest RHCP fan but have always liked his playing and knew that he was a very spiritual man from interviews in the early 90's.
I met Flea sitting on the beach by himself in Mexico. I didn't recognize him at first, I was just walking down the beach and walked by a guy sitting there cross-legged looking at the ocean, and he called out to me because I was wearing an SXSW t-shirt. I had just come from the event for that year, 2001. He said 'Hey were you at SXSW this year?' I stopped walking and said yeah I was. He said 'cool some friends of mine from a band called Thelonius Monster were there too.' I walked closer to him and said yeah I know Thelonius Monster, great band. Then he asked 'Did you catch any new bands that were good?' I still didn't recognize him. He had a pretty thick full beard and his hair was longer than the usual Flea style. I went over and sat next to him on the sand, figuring well this guy seriously wants to hear what I saw at the festival so might as well indulge him. I remember raving about Mogwai, who were still relatively new to the US at the time, and he was bobbing his head, yeah, I love Mogwai. Then I talked about Train, from SFO, whose show I liked a lot. He knew them. Then I mentioned Vallejo, from Texas, and Flea didn't know the name. He wanted to know what their music was like, and I said 'Well they play that mix of white punk, funk, and hip-hop that's so popular these days.' By this time I'm looking right into his face and idiot that I am, I still haven't clocked who he was. I guess he couldn't stand it any longer, and he said, "Hey I'm with a band from LA that kind of started that sound you're talking about,' and laughing, and at that point I happened to look down at his hands and saw his inked knuckles, and went 'Christ, you're Flea.' I asked what he was doing there. It turned out he was renting a small house right next to mine on that beach (La Cachora, Todos Santos). He said the band was on a two-week break between recording and touring, and that he wanted to go to Thailand and meditate, but didn't think two weeks was long enough to do the long trip, so he picked Todos Santos instead and was meditating in the cabana next door. We talked about other bands, and about traveling, which he obviously loved. He wrote his email address on the scrap of a paperback book cover after I offered to give him tips on Thailand, since I was spending half the year there then, but of course I lost it pretty soon after that. I didn't see him again on the beach or anywhere else in town, that was it.
Wow! When I saw this video and subsequently read your comment. I found your story to be such a magical story, it touched me. So much so that I just wanted to tell you that I really connected with your fascinating experience. I'm 42 years old and with music being as important to me as literal air for as far back as my earliest memories, the RHCP are one of the few that has held a Kings seat in my heart since the very beginning. It's one thing to meet a celebrity or a rockstar and follow the ol' rundown routine of autograph, snap the selfie, a quick awkward handshake and that's it- it's over, on to the next. That kind of interaction is robotic and hollow, it has no life, no breath to it- forgotten and filed away along side the thousands of other exact same mundane encounters within the star's subconscious inventory-gone forever. But you Sir, you got to meet Flea, not necessarily as "Flea, RHCP legendary bassist", but as "Mike", the friendly stranger on the beach with a faded Jimmy Hendrix tattoo on his arm, kind eyes and a passion for music. I think the most beautiful part about your story is that you yourself are a fan of the band (I mean, who isn't , honestly lol) and it's not as if Flea has a face that can easily blend and dissolve among the crowd. He stands out! Obviously not just because of his unique physical characteristics, but of course his ridiculous talent and certainly his galactic level star status- it seems you should have known in an instant (beard or no beard) exactly who he was, I mean, he even has a very distinct speaking voice for peet's sale - the dude is a very "obvious" man for lack of a better word lol! However, pushing all of that aside, the universe gave you (and him, I might add) a most precious little gift that day and blinded you but only just enough to distort his fame and for just long enough to make an honest friend without all the noise and lights in the way. I'd be willing to bet that you surely made an impression on him as well. Surely dude gets noticed literally everywhere! -Gas station, grocery stores, Starbucks, the fucking DMV! There's probably someone yelling out his name or asking for autographs/pics etc at LEAST 7-10 times a DAY - EVERYday! AND he's been famous AF since the early 90's. That would drive me bananas! The introvert in me just had a stroke! Ha! So, yeah, you probably stood out to him for being younger than 80 yrs old and not immediately recognizing him. {{Actually, now that I think about it, you mentioned that after a while he said that he was in a band that started that rock/funk sound ..... He's so used to people knowing him and his band, and especially since you just came from a concert where a bunch of his buddies bands played and you obviously enjoyed the genre. Hahaha!! He was probably so confused for a bit and thinking "da fuck? Is this guy trolling me in real life?" So, he couldn't help it anymore and covertly mentioned who he was ... He he}} Anyways, what I'm saying is for that fleeting moment in time and space you were just 2 dudes on a Mexican beach sharing a passion of hearts. Regardless of the incredibly different life paths you both walked to get you there. Additionaly, maybe that's why you lost his contact info he wrote down? Because you both were only meant to share that one short but monumental experience- an assention lesson hidden in the fabric of your brief comrodarie, perhaps. For your sake, I hope not. However, the impermanence of your short-lived affair certainly does romanticize the whole thing, indeed. Idk bro .... Maybe I'm just weird (and I'll admit I certainly am) or ... well damn, maybe these mushrooms are stronger then I was expecting and I'm just feeling like everything is philosophically divine and universally deliberate 🤔 hmmm .... It's all so fascinating anyway, that's for sure. Edit: Holy shit that's a long comment - the hell is wrong with me 😳🍄
@@ozzmary420 I concluded the same thing when I realized I'd lost the scrap of paper, torn from a guidebook cover, with his email. That it was meant to be one time only. It was actually hard to catch the character of his voice with the waves crashing on the beach close by, we both had to speak more loudly than normal. Also he was wearing a sheepskin hoodie. As you said, that was part of it, a weird mist over the encounter where I couldn't recognize him for a bit and he was relieved of fame for a bit. Anyway, I'm glad you enjoyed the telling.
When I was 21, in 1991, I discovered Flea and he transmitted me his so enthusiastic way of playing bass with so much energy and passion. But the more I discover the man, the more I am touched by him. He has something really helpful and solar in his personality, something really good as a person, and good for the others. And when he says "I had to sit still and deal with me", it is completely similar with the experience I had with zen meditation. I love this guy. He makes life better for everyone.
Flea is a special guy. Such a good cause for the kids. He's come along way he should be proud of himself. When Flea said when the universe was forcing him to sit still and to deal with himself hit home hard. I've struggled with alcoholism for a long time been running for too long finally dealing with it sober without covering up my emotions and trauma.
Getting free of booze is the best thing anyone can do to survive on this planet. Congratulations, keep going. I have been sober for a while and recommend it to everyone if they can handle becoming awake in the world. It's not a party out here but you will feel better and feel not as physically destroyed.
Well said, stay strong friend. I'm sure you're every bit an inspiration to someone , even someone in the backdrop, that has watched you struggle and overcome it. Thanks for posting
@@3340steve The bad thing is that I now see how I have failed at life and now approaching retirement - broke and in debt and with a wife that still drinks because she is lonely and lonely because she drinks. I can't get out....
Wow, this guy is raw emotion. He speaks from the heart at all times. This almost led me to tears. Music can really save and make lives. Being in the moment is the key to actually living. I hope our culture is finally going to acknowledge that and teach this to future generations.
I love the spiritual aspect of the Red hot chili peppers. They really create music for the right reasons and spread so much love with their music. Such a beautiful thing.
Kinda, yeah. I think money is a big motivator for them too. I do reckon the huge amount Fru has to pay his ex-wife is a big factor in his returning. I mean, he was doing some far out electronic music for ten years, then comes back... to the formula, the earner. And why the band booted Josh so sourly... the accountants probably had a say in that. Don't meet your heroes. And don't get star struck.
@@goodpeopleoftheworldunite I doubt money was a deciding factor for John. Perhaps it was if he has to pay his ex wife alot...I didn't know about that. But John is one of the truest artists I've ever come across. He follows his artistic intuition even when it leads him into very obscure art that is gonna disappoint a bit portion of fans.
@cosmiccomedy7394 to my ear, John has put the artistry to the side, to get on MtV. Up to stadium arcadium, he was absolutely brilliant. Seems pale to me, but hey what do I know.
Flea, Y R a reai man and humanbean. So simple to say that your music is to feel people less sad. Exactly and clear. We all love you, God bless you, your family and all your friends.
I watched RHCP for the first time in Tororto last year. I went by myself because I have no friends I can trust at the moment. I find peace and happiness writing music on my own. After watching them I admired how the four of them seemed to connect so well. So happy they have each other. Love you Chilies!!
A big kudos to Flea for starting the music school. I really appreciated the fact that the emphasis was not placed on being famous, but rather the process of learning. When school systems drop their art and music programs, the kids lose out tremendously. Thanks to Flea for bringing this opportunity to many when the school systems have so grievously failed.
Since I was about 12 or 13 years old, I fell in love with the RHCP and their music that has always been so inspirational to me. When most bands play it’s easy to hear how great they are, but with the RHCP and especially Flea for me, and in my opinion, I can feel, not just hear, the gift of the expression of what is in his heart and soul coming through his bass and any other instrument he chooses to express with. Flea inspired me to play music in school where I learned how to play saxophone (from soprano up to baritone. Maybe a contra bass sax one day). Then after high school, I gathered the courage to pick up the bass guitar. And every time I picked up that Fender Jazz Bass, I wanted to play like Flea, don’t get me wrong, I wanted to play my unique expression, but it was his unique expression and passion that inspired and guarded me. No, I’m a 45-year-old father to a beautiful little five-year-old girl who is absolutely brilliant, intelligent and loving and caring and I can tell when we listen to music together and that she already is capturing an understanding of the communication that comes to music, the expression, not just some sound to make you Bob your head . And we both love music together. And truly, I have Flea, and my grandfather, who was born on a little island in the Adriatic Sea called Unije, who taught me all about music at a young age, and played a wooden clarinet himself. He sure loved Artie Shaw. I’m sure Flea will never see this but thank you for having an impact on me and now my daughter through me sharing your impact on me with her. Thanks.
Flea thank you so much , I’ve struggled with anxiety most of my teenager through out adulthood, but I realised that I am not the only one and I am O.K. I accept it and things are much better! Thank you so much your wisdom are very valuable to me , you said it so beautiful “I want that my art to be a vehicle make you not feel alone “ thank you so much Flea ! All the best from Adelaide South Australia 🇦🇺 ❤🙏🏼
Flea! I know you probably don’t remember but my band was recording in studio b at united sound in Detroit Michigan in 1982 or 83 and my boy dez told me that I had to check out this dude playing the bass in studio A because he thumps the bass like nothing I’ve ever seen so being a bass player myself I was blown away but I didn’t feel comfortable interrupting the session out of respect but I regret never telling you how much I respect your level of dedication to your craft and people don’t get to be that good just by chance You have put in the work, time and effort and it shows and it makes me proud because popular rock music uses bass to accompany the guitar and you are the driving force behind the music so I’ve been a fan of your work since then and I hope you read this because I’ve wanted to tell you this for 40 years
Big fan for a very long time. The doors they have closed for the ones who don't believe in being overworked and underpaid. Thank God for people forcing the doors back open.
It really is so beautiful to see how "Flea" had become sober enough to realize what the drugs alcohol & crazy "Lifestyle" WRECKED his life & to come out & realize the power of Prayer! STAY FAITHFUL & ROCKIN' OUT FLEA!
I did meet flea in his sth coast nsw 'hood a few times. Too hard to have any in depth convo. With him as always too many peeps about. Have a similar background and subsequent personal outcomes. What a great mission he is now on. May the force be with him and all of us that have survived challenges and can share our wisdom and help others🌻
He's like a magnet He gets of the plane and people like Hey flea need a hand with your base case... suitcase..etc Afterward he chill in in some party in nimbin goes for a bit of a trek for some down time Looks around *takes a shit Suddenly: hey flea got you some pape- Flea: FFS GUYS!
With all the demands he must juggle, his effort with staying current, evolving through vision and follow through with intent is another "beaming moment" for youth
As an audience member at RHCP show. I noticed ppl of all ages. There was a 3 ye old and a 80 yr old or so. Flea brought peace, harmony and something for all ages to enjoy in 1 place together. I've loved u guys but finally got to see you "Live". 2 weeks later and I'm still on another level. I will b 54. My brothers(RHCP) are all 60 and 61 at this concert. Every note, every beat. On point. Definitely an experience like no other. Ty so much for coming to San Antonio. I appreciate it more than you know. Ty for what y'all do for music and children. Love y'all ✌️🤠💖 from Texas
Being present has also worked for me. Body movement based activities and music have made it easier for me to combat using, loss/suicide, and the grief that comes with, depression etc. It really works. Find your center and fulfill your purpose.
Flea is the reason I continued the bass, I know I’m pretty young, but this dude is inspiring and the fact I’ve started playing bass and continued that helped me so much mentally and that I am always thankful for. Let ya know flea, even 15 Yo love you
Reaching out to you with gratitude. Keep being this creative loving soul. Stay strong. Keep loving music. Appreciate you. During my high school years, music was cut out of our curriculum as well. Toughest years being without that inspiration and purpose. So glad the love of music kept many of us sane. Love and respect to you for your involvement with young musicians! Take care of you and stay strong!
Hi Flea ! I met you in Chicago way back by Anthony's Mom brought me up to the dressing room and you introduced me to your little girl Tara she was about 7..you asked me out to dinner but I declined as I had a boyfriend at the time...I'm really proud of you for the difference you're making in children's lives through music 🎵 It's worth so much more than some can begin to comprehend..it saves lives So Thankyou 🥰
What a freaking phenomenal video. Great job and you didn't over talk and you allowed him to speak and share and you just said the perfect amount. Thank you for making this video
Flea’s a legend! I feel less an alone when jamming on my guitar to the chili peppers. Am starting to do little gigs in pubs around Oxfordshire. I’m at that point in my life where he says you have to be on your knees for things to change
Yes! I’m a musician as well. That’s all we want. The connection. To help other people not feel lonely, because we have been lonely. We write these songs and they are like a question… Anybody out there feeling this too?
❤♾️❤ RHCP please come back to New Orleans to play for us!! I’m 40yrs now and haven’t missed one RHCP concert here. One of my favorite bands since childhood. TY for being always authentic. This is a hard thing to do. KEEP GOING WITH THE FLOW. Stay in FLOW STATE WITH GOD, bc we feel and see it. Unconditional Love to you🫂♾️🙏🙏🏻🙏🏽🙏🏾🙏🏿
Feeling the deepest respect for speaking honestly from the heart and trying to connect with people who feel the same but are afraid to speak out loud, what a marvelous man this is. Not aware of the impact he has brought and to humble to see how much inspiration he has brought. I stand applouding this beautiful man
I knew flea was a pioneer but this mind is ubove and beyond, love the freeing ethos and the simple idea of just passing on more joy! Music is everything, its got me thorugh some of the nastiest darkest times, playing my bass I couldve lied ect, maximum respect to this man! flea!! everyone wants to get up jump now, never stop jumping!
I got to know Anthony when he was being interviewed by Joe Rogan... By the end, I found a beautiful, kind human being and who's very deep. Finishing this up, I feel the same way about Flea. He has struggled like the rest of us. I admire him for creating a music school. Two very nice gentlemen from RHCP. Stayed blessed 💞
After reading Flea’s autobiography, I will forever be humbled by this man’s brilliance and resilience. He is such a bright shining light, and I have so much respect for his heart. 🌟🤍
........to leave our ego s behind, get down on our knees and be grateful for what and who we really are, is divine happy being❤ wish y'all well greetings from germany/earth
Total respect for this genuine person & dedicated artist & Musical Craftsperson. The Real Deal. Flea taught me, as a bass player, that it's ok if I'm not Flea. I'm still valid. That takes work. Introspection.
I'm 55, and I've been a RHCP fan since 84! Kinda just me in my suck ass Texas town. I knew it was Greatness!!! I'm still a music fanatic, but I'm so alone. My husband hates music, and it's what gives me motivation, like medicine. More lonely to be married, yet be so distant. Here, but not. I'll never change!!! Stubborn. So I'll keep listening, being alone.
I absolutely get joy from seeing the early pics of Flea and Anthony . I have lookedup to Flea since a kid i learned most of what i know about fine art from all the wild elements of the band as a 13 yo kid discovering rock n roll punk metal grateful dead I now can play music multiple instruments i have a powerful creative connection to art and esoecially music. what i always took from Fleas spirit Self expression,via,art! Also,when Flea cries,i cry also lol ❤thanx fleA
I ❤ RHCP and this is a great video. I have been a fan since the 90s and still listen to their music weekly. I am 20 years older than my team lead at work and he's a fan too. He will bust out singing Give it away at least twice a week and I tell him periodically how awesome it is to have a supervisor who is a chili fan. I love your documentary on Flea and his words on the music school he started. I know he is helping alot of people feel connection.. I ❤🌶🎶4life
I am impressed with this incredible personality. So full of love and compasión. And Anthony is the same way, I feel so lucky to be a super fan of this band 👏👏👏👏👏
At age 56, I have come to realise that the patterns of how we develop as a human being are the same for every human being. And if Flea manages to inspire you, then realise that we all have the capability to inspire others in the same way. But it requires a journey, the journey to find yourself. That's the only final frontier there is.
Flea has always been a special person ... His love for music is inspiring. RCHP has a place in my heart. Their music has carried with me through many years and experiences ❤️✌️
Gratitude.Hardly hear of it in todays materialistic,self absorbed narcissistic society.Gratitude for it all; the good and the seemingly bad.Thank you for reminding us all sir.
How is it possible that even someone as wildly successful guy as Flea, feels like he’s “not enough”?! I just love his presence of mind. He’s an incredible human.
What a beautiful soul. That school is one of the most amazing things I've heard. Everyone deserves the opportunity to truly learn about and experience music, and learn to create it, should they desire to. Much, much respect 🖤🤘
Beautiful!!! Thank you. Flea has been a hero of mine since I first picked up the bass 35 years ago. He is a special person in every way, and it was felt instantly when I first heard and saw him play. Excellent video. A true testament to his divine presence.
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Flea, I'm 54 and have struggled with depression my whole life. After my wife passed 4 1/2 years ago I have resorted back to a very introverted and lonely existence. Hearing your words and learning that you have dedicated so much to helping those creative kids have a chance to do what they love sure made me smile. Thank you.
I'm 50 this year and live a similar life since a terrible break up 18years ago. I don't have any friends as I gave up socialising, lost my job and pretty much everything. I tell myself this is how it was meant to be. My life now is a lot less stressful now and I'm happy.
I can relate to what he was saying about being alone. Even though I'm divorced from my ex, we still talk and are close friends. I tell her I'm gonna always need her around to talk to, we communicate pretty well and I think that's a good thing for my daughter just to see that even though mom and dad are no longer together we can talk and get along. But I tell my ex and my daughter that I don't like being alone, when I'm alone and I can't fight off the depression and loneliness then that's when I want to start doing dumb things like using again to cope with the loneliness and depression. But I don't tell my ex-wife this because I don't want her to think that it's an excuse to try to get her to come back so I just try to deal with some of the stuff myself.
I'm your age, divorced, but was fortunate enough to meet a fantastic lady when I was flat broke and living with my mum, due to the divorce process. We're now still together eight years later. Life can be great. Work on yourself. Gym. See friends, get a hobby. We're not going to be here for much longer, so make the most of it. Good luck.👍
Brother you don't know me, but I love you. Stay strong and focused, stay on the path. I can guarantee she would want that. ❤
Hey B Walmsley, as Flea talks about, get on your knees and ask for help, bless you x
"arts, academics and athletics, all being of equal importance" ... amen to that.
The pillars of civilization?
He’s an amazing musician but an even better man.
So glad I clicked on this. Not the biggest RHCP fan but have always liked his playing and knew that he was a very spiritual man from interviews in the early 90's.
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yea hs is str8 nasty, also melodic. im glad they are still going, but man, Blood Sugar was firrrrrreee,
I met Flea sitting on the beach by himself in Mexico. I didn't recognize him at first, I was just walking down the beach and walked by a guy sitting there cross-legged looking at the ocean, and he called out to me because I was wearing an SXSW t-shirt. I had just come from the event for that year, 2001.
He said 'Hey were you at SXSW this year?' I stopped walking and said yeah I was. He said 'cool some friends of mine from a band called Thelonius Monster were there too.'
I walked closer to him and said yeah I know Thelonius Monster, great band. Then he asked 'Did you catch any new bands that were good?'
I still didn't recognize him. He had a pretty thick full beard and his hair was longer than the usual Flea style. I went over and sat next to him on the sand, figuring well this guy seriously wants to hear what I saw at the festival so might as well indulge him. I remember raving about Mogwai, who were still relatively new to the US at the time, and he was bobbing his head, yeah, I love Mogwai. Then I talked about Train, from SFO, whose show I liked a lot. He knew them.
Then I mentioned Vallejo, from Texas, and Flea didn't know the name. He wanted to know what their music was like, and I said 'Well they play that mix of white punk, funk, and hip-hop that's so popular these days.' By this time I'm looking right into his face and idiot that I am, I still haven't clocked who he was. I guess he couldn't stand it any longer, and he said, "Hey I'm with a band from LA that kind of started that sound you're talking about,' and laughing, and at that point I happened to look down at his hands and saw his inked knuckles, and went 'Christ, you're Flea.'
I asked what he was doing there. It turned out he was renting a small house right next to mine on that beach (La Cachora, Todos Santos). He said the band was on a two-week break between recording and touring, and that he wanted to go to Thailand and meditate, but didn't think two weeks was long enough to do the long trip, so he picked Todos Santos instead and was meditating in the cabana next door. We talked about other bands, and about traveling, which he obviously loved. He wrote his email address on the scrap of a paperback book cover after I offered to give him tips on Thailand, since I was spending half the year there then, but of course I lost it pretty soon after that. I didn't see him again on the beach or anywhere else in town, that was it.
Maybe someday he will read your comment, be stoked, and get in touch with you again!
I'm putting it out to the Universe for you both💞
@@Lucky-bs7dz that'd be awesome.
Awesome
Wow!
When I saw this video and subsequently read your comment. I found your story to be such a magical story, it touched me. So much so that I just wanted to tell you that I really connected with your fascinating experience.
I'm 42 years old and with music being as important to me as literal air for as far back as my earliest memories, the RHCP are one of the few that has held a Kings seat in my heart since the very beginning.
It's one thing to meet a celebrity or a rockstar and follow the ol' rundown routine of autograph, snap the selfie, a quick awkward handshake and that's it- it's over, on to the next. That kind of interaction is robotic and hollow, it has no life, no breath to it- forgotten and filed away along side the thousands of other exact same mundane encounters within the star's subconscious inventory-gone forever.
But you Sir, you got to meet Flea, not necessarily as "Flea, RHCP legendary bassist", but as "Mike", the friendly stranger on the beach with a faded Jimmy Hendrix tattoo on his arm, kind eyes and a passion for music. I think the most beautiful part about your story is that you yourself are a fan of the band (I mean, who isn't , honestly lol) and it's not as if Flea has a face that can easily blend and dissolve among the crowd. He stands out! Obviously not just because of his unique physical characteristics, but of course his ridiculous talent and certainly his galactic level star status- it seems you should have known in an instant (beard or no beard) exactly who he was, I mean, he even has a very distinct speaking voice for peet's sale - the dude is a very "obvious" man for lack of a better word lol!
However, pushing all of that aside, the universe gave you (and him, I might add) a most precious little gift that day and blinded you but only just enough to distort his fame and for just long enough to make an honest friend without all the noise and lights in the way. I'd be willing to bet that you surely made an impression on him as well. Surely dude gets noticed literally everywhere! -Gas station, grocery stores, Starbucks, the fucking DMV! There's probably someone yelling out his name or asking for autographs/pics etc at LEAST 7-10 times a DAY - EVERYday! AND he's been famous AF since the early 90's. That would drive me bananas! The introvert in me just had a stroke! Ha! So, yeah, you probably stood out to him for being younger than 80 yrs old and not immediately recognizing him.
{{Actually, now that I think about it, you mentioned that after a while he said that he was in a band that started that rock/funk sound .....
He's so used to people knowing him and his band, and especially since you just came from a concert where a bunch of his buddies bands played and you obviously enjoyed the genre. Hahaha!! He was probably so confused for a bit and thinking "da fuck? Is this guy trolling me in real life?" So, he couldn't help it anymore and covertly mentioned who he was ... He he}}
Anyways, what I'm saying is for that fleeting moment in time and space you were just 2 dudes on a Mexican beach sharing a passion of hearts. Regardless of the incredibly different life paths you both walked to get you there.
Additionaly, maybe that's why you lost his contact info he wrote down? Because you both were only meant to share that one short but monumental experience- an assention lesson hidden in the fabric of your brief comrodarie, perhaps. For your sake, I hope not. However, the impermanence of your short-lived affair certainly does romanticize the whole thing, indeed.
Idk bro .... Maybe I'm just weird (and I'll admit I certainly am) or ... well damn, maybe these mushrooms are stronger then I was expecting and I'm just feeling like everything is philosophically divine and universally deliberate 🤔 hmmm .... It's all so fascinating anyway, that's for sure.
Edit: Holy shit that's a long comment - the hell is wrong with me 😳🍄
@@ozzmary420 I concluded the same thing when I realized I'd lost the scrap of paper, torn from a guidebook cover, with his email. That it was meant to be one time only. It was actually hard to catch the character of his voice with the waves crashing on the beach close by, we both had to speak more loudly than normal. Also he was wearing a sheepskin hoodie. As you said, that was part of it, a weird mist over the encounter where I couldn't recognize him for a bit and he was relieved of fame for a bit. Anyway, I'm glad you enjoyed the telling.
When I was 21, in 1991, I discovered Flea and he transmitted me his so enthusiastic way of playing bass with so much energy and passion.
But the more I discover the man, the more I am touched by him.
He has something really helpful and solar in his personality, something really good as a person, and good for the others.
And when he says "I had to sit still and deal with me", it is completely similar with the experience I had with zen meditation.
I love this guy. He makes life better for everyone.
The 50's are an incredible age to be and Flea is in the same spot many of us find ourselves in later in life. Sobriety is a hell of a drug.
Flea is ethereal. There is something in his eyes that is so compelling.
He's great in Back to the Future
Flea is a special guy. Such a good cause for the kids. He's come along way he should be proud of himself. When Flea said when the universe was forcing him to sit still and to deal with himself hit home hard. I've struggled with alcoholism for a long time been running for too long finally dealing with it sober without covering up my emotions and trauma.
Getting free of booze is the best thing anyone can do to survive on this planet. Congratulations, keep going. I have been sober for a while and recommend it to everyone if they can handle becoming awake in the world. It's not a party out here but you will feel better and feel not as physically destroyed.
Best wishes to you
Well said, stay strong friend. I'm sure you're every bit an inspiration to someone , even someone in the backdrop, that has watched you struggle and overcome it. Thanks for posting
Universe doesn’t exist…
@@3340steve The bad thing is that I now see how I have failed at life and now approaching retirement - broke and in debt and with a wife that still drinks because she is lonely and lonely because she drinks. I can't get out....
Flea is a hero i like red hot Chili Peppers, but now i really love them
Wow, this guy is raw emotion. He speaks from the heart at all times. This almost led me to tears. Music can really save and make lives. Being in the moment is the key to actually living. I hope our culture is finally going to acknowledge that and teach this to future generations.
Flea is an international treasure and shining light. We should all aspire to be like Flea.
Flea is an angel on earth. Inspirational, generous and like all humans flawed. Yet he gives himself to the world.
The eternal sunshine of the spotless mind.
I love the spiritual aspect of the Red hot chili peppers. They really create music for the right reasons and spread so much love with their music. Such a beautiful thing.
Very true ❤
your human evolution is so lovely you are a teacher and we love the music you give us Adelaide
Kinda, yeah. I think money is a big motivator for them too. I do reckon the huge amount Fru has to pay his ex-wife is a big factor in his returning. I mean, he was doing some far out electronic music for ten years, then comes back... to the formula, the earner. And why the band booted Josh so sourly... the accountants probably had a say in that.
Don't meet your heroes. And don't get star struck.
@@goodpeopleoftheworldunite I doubt money was a deciding factor for John. Perhaps it was if he has to pay his ex wife alot...I didn't know about that. But John is one of the truest artists I've ever come across. He follows his artistic intuition even when it leads him into very obscure art that is gonna disappoint a bit portion of fans.
@cosmiccomedy7394 to my ear, John has put the artistry to the side, to get on MtV. Up to stadium arcadium, he was absolutely brilliant. Seems pale to me, but hey what do I know.
Flea, Y R a reai man and humanbean. So simple to say that your music is to feel people less sad. Exactly and clear. We all love you, God bless you, your family and all your friends.
I watched RHCP for the first time in Tororto last year. I went by myself because I have no friends I can trust at the moment. I find peace and happiness writing music on my own.
After watching them I admired how the four of them seemed to connect so well. So happy they have each other. Love you Chilies!!
I was there on the pit, it was great
I was there too, in the standing area just behind the pit! Great gig - beautiful stadium the blue jays have ❤
A big kudos to Flea for starting the music school. I really appreciated the fact that the emphasis was not placed on being famous, but rather the process of learning. When school systems drop their art and music programs, the kids lose out tremendously. Thanks to Flea for bringing this opportunity to many when the school systems have so grievously failed.
Everyone in this world could use a good friend like that for life. Most of us never have that. I am happy for Michael.
He is so well spoken. So smart. A great inspirational gem of our society.
Gratitude is one of the most important keys to peace & contentment.
I will love Flea until the day I die
Thank you, Flea, for being YOU!!!!!!!!!
Flea eres alucinante te amooooo❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😂😂😂
FLEA... I LOVe this man. I play music & love life because of his influence on me.
Since I was about 12 or 13 years old, I fell in love with the RHCP and their music that has always been so inspirational to me. When most bands play it’s easy to hear how great they are, but with the RHCP and especially Flea for me, and in my opinion, I can feel, not just hear, the gift of the expression of what is in his heart and soul coming through his bass and any other instrument he chooses to express with. Flea inspired me to play music in school where I learned how to play saxophone (from soprano up to baritone. Maybe a contra bass sax one day). Then after high school, I gathered the courage to pick up the bass guitar. And every time I picked up that Fender Jazz Bass, I wanted to play like Flea, don’t get me wrong, I wanted to play my unique expression, but it was his unique expression and passion that inspired and guarded me.
No, I’m a 45-year-old father to a beautiful little five-year-old girl who is absolutely brilliant, intelligent and loving and caring and I can tell when we listen to music together and that she already is capturing an understanding of the communication that comes to music, the expression, not just some sound to make you Bob your head . And we both love music together. And truly, I have Flea, and my grandfather, who was born on a little island in the Adriatic Sea called Unije, who taught me all about music at a young age, and played a wooden clarinet himself. He sure loved Artie Shaw. I’m sure Flea will never see this but thank you for having an impact on me and now my daughter through me sharing your impact on me with her. Thanks.
Flea thank you so much , I’ve struggled with anxiety most of my teenager through out adulthood, but I realised that I am not the only one and I am O.K. I accept it and things are much better! Thank you so much your wisdom are very valuable to me , you said it so beautiful “I want that my art to be a vehicle make you not feel alone “ thank you so much Flea ! All the best from Adelaide South Australia 🇦🇺 ❤🙏🏼
This guy is a light source ❤
Flea! I know you probably don’t remember but my band was recording in studio b at united sound in Detroit Michigan in 1982 or 83 and my boy dez told me that I had to check out this dude playing the bass in studio A because he thumps the bass like nothing I’ve ever seen so being a bass player myself I was blown away but I didn’t feel comfortable interrupting the session out of respect but I regret never telling you how much I respect your level of dedication to your craft and people don’t get to be that good just by chance
You have put in the work, time and effort and it shows and it makes me proud because popular rock music uses bass to accompany the guitar and you are the driving force behind the music so I’ve been a fan of your work since then and I hope you read this because I’ve wanted to tell you this for 40 years
That fishing analogy is spot on.
Big fan for a very long time. The doors they have closed for the ones who don't believe in being overworked and underpaid. Thank God for people forcing the doors back open.
It really is so beautiful to see how "Flea" had become sober enough to realize what the drugs alcohol & crazy "Lifestyle" WRECKED his life & to come out & realize the power of Prayer! STAY FAITHFUL & ROCKIN' OUT FLEA!
Blessings to Flea for caring🫶🏻and not forgetting where he came from✌️❣️🌟
This comment section is almost as enlightening as Fleas' words. So nice to see nothing but positive connection being entertained here.
Very unusual, nice tribute to the man.
A real strong man does not stop tears with emotionalty because he is not afraid of standing for humanity. Grande Fleah. !
I did meet flea in his sth coast nsw 'hood a few times.
Too hard to have any in depth convo. With him as always too many peeps about.
Have a similar background and subsequent personal outcomes. What a great mission he is now on.
May the force be with him and all of us that have survived challenges and can share our wisdom and help others🌻
He's like a magnet
He gets of the plane and people like Hey flea need a hand with your base case... suitcase..etc
Afterward he chill in in some party in nimbin goes for a bit of a trek for some down time
Looks around *takes a shit
Suddenly: hey flea got you some pape-
Flea: FFS GUYS!
With all the demands he must juggle, his effort with staying current, evolving through vision and follow through with intent is another "beaming moment" for youth
As an audience member at RHCP show. I noticed ppl of all ages. There was a 3 ye old and a 80 yr old or so. Flea brought peace, harmony and something for all ages to enjoy in 1 place together. I've loved u guys but finally got to see you "Live". 2 weeks later and I'm still on another level. I will b 54. My brothers(RHCP) are all 60 and 61 at this concert. Every note, every beat. On point. Definitely an experience like no other. Ty so much for coming to San Antonio. I appreciate it more than you know. Ty for what y'all do for music and children. Love y'all ✌️🤠💖 from Texas
I love this guy... Had me in tears with how raw he is
My favorite bass player and he’s a good dude. Awesome!
Being present has also worked for me. Body movement based activities and music have made it easier for me to combat using, loss/suicide, and the grief that comes with, depression etc. It really works. Find your center and fulfill your purpose.
what a beautiful soul ......... and good influence o humans
Very impressed by this human. Absolutely appreciate you man!!!
I’m so grateful that I found my best mate, we both formed a rock band Arrowhead Australia 🇦🇺
Thank you, Flea, that was beautiful. I could feel your heart and sincerity.
Pravi, iskren i pošteno ljudsko biće. Polako će svi progledati, ne brini. Sve će doći na svoje. Malo strpljenja molim. Tnx.
I love this Guy! ♥
Congratulations. you have certainly left an indelible mark on musical history. Whether as a musician or as a person. Never stop being proud of it! 🇧🇷
Also an inedible one
thank you Flea for the love and belonging you give to our hearts 🧡
I love Flea. He is the real deal and has been my inspiration & mentor for the past 30 years
Larry is one of the greatest interviewers ever. He turns invisible and asks the questions we all wanted to ask.
Flea is the reason I continued the bass, I know I’m pretty young, but this dude is inspiring and the fact I’ve started playing bass and continued that helped me so much mentally and that I am always thankful for. Let ya know flea, even 15 Yo love you
Reaching out to you with gratitude. Keep being this creative loving soul. Stay strong. Keep loving music. Appreciate you.
During my high school years, music was cut out of our curriculum as well. Toughest years being without that inspiration and purpose. So glad the love of music kept many of us sane. Love and respect to you for your involvement with young musicians! Take care of you and stay strong!
Hi Flea ! I met you in Chicago way back by Anthony's Mom brought me up to the dressing room and you introduced me to your little girl Tara she was about 7..you asked me out to dinner but I declined as I had a boyfriend at the time...I'm really proud of you for the difference you're making in children's lives through music 🎵
It's worth so much more than some can begin to comprehend..it saves lives
So Thankyou 🥰
What a freaking phenomenal video. Great job and you didn't over talk and you allowed him to speak and share and you just said the perfect amount. Thank you for making this video
Flea’s a legend! I feel less an alone when jamming on my guitar to the chili peppers. Am starting to do little gigs in pubs around Oxfordshire. I’m at that point in my life where he says you have to be on your knees for things to change
This man have all my respect, why things like this doesnt been more often on public eye?
I'm amazed of the mastery of this guys has in base playing. He has his own "flavor".
Yes! I’m a musician as well. That’s all we want. The connection. To help other people not feel lonely, because we have been lonely. We write these songs and they are like a question… Anybody out there feeling this too?
what a wonderful being
Flea almost crying talking about Jay Dilla said all to me ...
Thanks thanks thanks
Beautiful! True beauty!
❤♾️❤
RHCP please come back to New Orleans to play for us!! I’m 40yrs now and haven’t missed one RHCP concert here. One of my favorite bands since childhood. TY for being always authentic. This is a hard thing to do. KEEP GOING WITH THE FLOW. Stay in FLOW STATE WITH GOD, bc we feel and see it. Unconditional Love to you🫂♾️🙏🙏🏻🙏🏽🙏🏾🙏🏿
Feeling the deepest respect for speaking honestly from the heart and trying to connect with people who feel the same but are afraid to speak out loud, what a marvelous man this is. Not aware of the impact he has brought and to humble to see how much inspiration he has brought. I stand applouding this beautiful man
I knew flea was a pioneer but this mind is ubove and beyond, love the freeing ethos and the simple idea of just passing on more joy! Music is everything, its got me thorugh some of the nastiest darkest times, playing my bass I couldve lied ect, maximum respect to this man! flea!! everyone wants to get up jump now, never stop jumping!
Thankyou for this insight.Flea inspires me by keeping it real by sharing this side of himself. His words are so honest.
Blessed with a bucket of luck and divinity
I started playing bass 20 years ago, Flea was my first hero. Really opened the doors to me. An absolute legend of a musician and incredible human.
I got to know Anthony when he was being interviewed by Joe Rogan...
By the end, I found a beautiful, kind human being and who's very deep.
Finishing this up, I feel the same way about Flea. He has struggled like the rest of us. I admire him for creating a music school.
Two very nice gentlemen from RHCP. Stayed blessed 💞
Thank you so much for beautifully editing these words of wisdom together. There so much to take away from Flea’s story and pov about his art and life.
Very good video! As a 68 year old musicologist, I feel that Flea's ideas and values are accurate and valuable.
After reading Flea’s autobiography, I will forever be humbled by this man’s brilliance and resilience. He is such a bright shining light, and I have so much respect for his heart. 🌟🤍
........to leave our ego s behind, get down on our knees and be grateful for what and who we really are, is divine
happy being❤ wish y'all well
greetings from germany/earth
He has a good !!!!! , Funkadelic ..heart who spreads the love , shine on flea 🌟❤️❤️❤️
Total respect for this genuine person & dedicated artist & Musical Craftsperson. The Real Deal. Flea taught me, as a bass player, that it's ok if I'm not Flea. I'm still valid. That takes work. Introspection.
Bass Player, Musician. Artist. That's ME & FLEA!
I'm 55, and I've been a RHCP fan since 84! Kinda just me in my suck ass Texas town. I knew it was Greatness!!! I'm still a music fanatic, but I'm so alone. My husband hates music, and it's what gives me motivation, like medicine. More lonely to be married, yet be so distant. Here, but not. I'll never change!!! Stubborn. So I'll keep listening, being alone.
Feel the love man.❤🎸☮️
Fuggggginnnn LUV this guy! THE REALEST PUNK ROCKER EVER!!
I absolutely get joy from seeing the early pics of Flea and Anthony .
I have lookedup to Flea since a kid i learned most of what i know about fine art from all the wild elements of the band as a 13 yo kid discovering rock n roll punk metal grateful dead
I now can play music multiple instruments i have a powerful creative connection to art and esoecially music.
what i always took from Fleas spirit
Self expression,via,art!
Also,when Flea cries,i cry also lol
❤thanx fleA
I ❤ RHCP and this is a great video. I have been a fan since the 90s and still listen to their music weekly. I am 20 years older than my team lead at work and he's a fan too. He will bust out singing Give it away at least twice a week and I tell him periodically how awesome it is to have a supervisor who is a chili fan.
I love your documentary on Flea and his words on the music school he started. I know he is helping alot of people feel connection..
I ❤🌶🎶4life
I am impressed with this incredible personality. So full of love and compasión. And Anthony is the same way, I feel so lucky to be a super fan of this band 👏👏👏👏👏
Flea is intuitively practicing Zen 🙏 He's a very articulate person.
At age 56, I have come to realise that the patterns of how we develop as a human being are the same for every human being.
And if Flea manages to inspire you, then realise that we all have the capability to inspire others in the same way.
But it requires a journey, the journey to find yourself. That's the only final frontier there is.
I really can't imagine having such a life where you get to play with someone and have something grow like that..
My kids love when I play the peppers for them on guitar. Thats our bedtime ritual. They will remeber that forever.
Flea - you are An amazing soul Thank you for being
Humble and great man, and I’m not even really a chili peppers fan. Such an inspiration
Thank you Mister Flea❤💛💚
Oh... My heart... 💖 💓
That was kind
Im not the biggest RHCP fan but Flea has a ton of talent and expression and he is a real one who pays respects to older legends. So he is awesome.
Yeah, he’s Flea. Yes, he’s successful, but would the world be a better place with more genuinely loving, caring people like him?
Never would have thoughts I would say the world needs more fleas!! 😂
Flea has always been a special person ... His love for music is inspiring. RCHP has a place in my heart. Their music has carried with me through many years and experiences ❤️✌️
Gratitude.Hardly hear of it in todays materialistic,self absorbed narcissistic society.Gratitude for it all; the good and the seemingly bad.Thank you for reminding us all sir.
Thank you Flea. You're so cool, man! Rock on brother!
Much respect Flea 🤙 awesome individual
He's given back,that's cool
How is it possible that even someone as wildly successful guy as Flea, feels like he’s “not enough”?! I just love his presence of mind. He’s an incredible human.
You made me cry, Flea. Your words are inspiration.
What a beautiful soul. That school is one of the most amazing things I've heard. Everyone deserves the opportunity to truly learn about and experience music, and learn to create it, should they desire to.
Much, much respect 🖤🤘
Beauty Filled Soul-O Journey. Love You Brother 🙏❤️
Beautiful!!! Thank you. Flea has been a hero of mine since I first picked up the bass 35 years ago. He is a special person in every way, and it was felt instantly when I first heard and saw him play. Excellent video. A true testament to his divine presence.