On U.S. Tour with the Peppers Trivia Quiz

Answer: Louisiana

"Black bandana, sweet Louisiana
Robbin' on a bank in the state of Indiana"

"Dani California" is a song from the band's ninth studio album, "Stadium Arcadium", released in 2006. Written by band members Flea, John Frusciante, Anthony Kiedis and Chad Smith, the song debuted at number one on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart, where it remained for 14 weeks, and peaked at number six on the Billboard Hot 100.

The song tells the life story of Dani, a character introduced in earlier songs. It was accused of plagiarism when compared to Tom Petty's "Mary Jane's Last Dance", but Petty denied any intention of suing. The song received critical acclaim, won two Grammy Awards and became the band's biggest UK hit, reaching number two in the UK Singles Chart.

"Dani California" was on the setlist for the 2022-23 Global Stadium Tour.

Answer: Tennessee

"Sendin' my love to a Tennessee
she got style now let's see"

"Rolling Sly Stone" was released on the band's first live album "Live in Hyde Park", recorded in Hyde Park, London on 19, 20 and 25 June 2004 during the "Roll on the Red Tour". A studio version of the song was never released, reportedly because John Frusciante hated the song.

The song is a fusion of funk and rock elements that showed the Peppers' musical versatility. Although it did not achieve any commercial success, the song received positive reviews for its groove, energy and the band's continued experimentation with their sound.

Answer: Fayetteville

"This is for the folks in Fayetteville
It'll come true if you say it will"

"Look Around" is from the Peppers' tenth studio album, "I'm with You" (2011), and was released as the album's third single after "The Adventures of Rain Dance Maggie" and "Monarchy of Roses". The song was written by Anthony Kiedis, Flea, Chad Smith and Josh Klinghoffer and produced by Rick Rubin.

Robert Hakes directed the song's video together with Alejandro Lalinde as cinematographer. The video was released on 25 January 2012 and shortly after nominated for Most Innovative Video at MTV's O Awards.

Answer: Chicago

"Do you want to go dancing in Chicago?
Trinidad's got it bad for Tobago"

"We Turn Red" is a track by the Red Hot Chili Peppers from their eleventh studio album, "The Getaway" (2016). It was first performed live at the Pinkpop festival on 10 June 2016. Anthony Kiedis wrote the lyrics, reflecting "stories of my mind" from various places he has visited. These include New Orleans, Delaware, Chicago, Mexico and Trinidad & Tobago.

The song was released as the album's third single and features a hard funk-rock style. It is often cited as an example of the band's musical progression in songwriting. Bassist Flea said of the song, "when you're building (a song) like that and you're taking time and thinking about each part as you write it, there's a new kind of thoughtfulness that comes into the creative process, which we haven't had before."

Answer: Hollywood

"The sun may rise in the East, at least it settled in a final location
It's understood that Hollywood sells Californication"

"Californication" is a track from the Peppers' seventh album, also titled "Californication" (1999). Released as a single in June 2000 it peaked at number 69 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks and Modern Rock Tracks charts. "Californication" was voted the band's best song by "Kerrang" and "Rolling Stone".

The song's composition features a distinctive chord progression with guitarist John Frusciante drawing inspiration from The Cure's "Carnage Visors". The video, directed by Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris, adopts a fictional open-world video game concept and follows the band members on adventures in California.

A video game based on the music video was developed by Miquel Camps Orteza in 2022, with seven levels corresponding to scenes from the video.

"Californication" was on the setlist for the 2022-23 Global Stadium Tour.

Answer: St. Petersburg

"Bells around St. Petersburg when I saw you
I hope I get what you deserve and this is where I find"

"Stadium Arcadium" is the title track from the Red Hot Chili Peppers' ninth studio album, released in 2006. It has a melodic and introspective feel, with Anthony Kiedis' distinctive vocals accompanied by John Frusciante's intricate guitar work.

The lyrics touch on themes of self-discovery and life's journey. Although not released as a single, the track is an integral part of the double album "Stadium Arcadium", which was critically acclaimed and commercially successful, winning the band several awards, including five Grammys.

Answer: Ohio

"Me oh my oh me and guy ho
Freer than a bird 'cause were rockin' Ohio"

"Around the World" is the opening track from the Red Hot Chili Peppers' seventh studio album, "Californication" (1999). Released as the album's second single, it peaked at number seven on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and number 16 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.

In the lyrics, Anthony Kiedis reflects on his travels and experiences as a member of the band. Guitarist John Frusciante created the music and Flea added a distinctive bass part. The music video, directed by Stéphane Sednaoui, features unique visual techniques and is reminiscent of Sednaoui's work on previous Peppers videos.

"Around the World" was on the setlist for the 2022-23 Global Stadium Tour.

Answer: Kentucky

"Push me up against the wall
Young Kentucky girl in a push-up bra"

"Scar Tissue" is the lead single from the Red Hot Chili Peppers' seventh studio album, "Californication" (1999). The song achieved considerable success, spending a record 16 consecutive weeks at the top of the US Billboard Hot Modern Rock Tracks chart. The song features a melodic rock sound, with a smooth intro guitar riff and slide guitar solos.

"Scar Tissue" won a Grammy Award for Best Rock Song in 2000. The music video, directed by Stéphane Sednaoui, shows the band on their comeback trail, bruised and bandaged, driving through the desert. The song is widely considered to be one of the band's best and has been high on various lists of their greatest tracks.

"Scar Tissue" was on the setlist for the 2022-23 Global Stadium Tour.

Answer: Boston

"What a pity Boston and a Kansas city
Looking for a hundred but you only ever found a fitty"

"Tell Me Baby" is a track from the Red Hot Chili Peppers' ninth studio album "Stadium Arcadium" and was released as the follow-up to the hit single "Dani California". Although not as successful as its predecessor, the song peaked at number one on the Billboard Modern Rock chart, marking the band's tenth overall number one.

The composition blends the old funk-rock style of their "Blood Sugar Sex Magik" era in the verses with a more melodic chorus, exploring the dreams of pilgrims in Los Angeles seeking fame and fortune. The music video, directed by Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris, features auditions of people seeking fame and musicians playing for the love of music.

"Tell Me Baby" was on the setlist for the 2022-23 Global Stadium Tour.

Answer: Pomona

"I got a cousin making beats deep down in Arizona
We're gonna rocket to Ramone's in the city of Pomona"

"Readymade" is a song by the Red Hot Chili Peppers from their ninth studio album, "Stadium Arcadium", released in 2006. The lyrics deal with themes of love and relationships. "Readymade" received positive reviews for its dynamic instrumentation and catchy hooks.

Although "Readymade" wasn't released as a single and didn't achieve the same level of mainstream success as some of the band's other hits, it was well received by fans and critics alike.

Answer: South Dakota

"I got these things in mind, you know
South Dakota, show the buffalo"

"Whatchu Thinkin'" is a song from the band's twelfth studio album, "Unlimited Love", released in 2022. The song was written by Flea, John Frusciante, Anthony Kiedis and Chad Smith and produced by Rick Rubin.

"Whatchu Thinkin'" touches on the historical and continuing unjust treatment of Native American Indians. In this regard, the song is a reminiscent of earlier Red Hot Chili Peppers tracks, such as "American Ghost Dance" from "Freaky Styley" (1985) and "Johnny, Kick a Hole in the Sky" from "Mother's Milk" (1989). Anthony Kiedis, the band's lead singer, has Native American ancestry through his paternal grandmother.

Answer: Texas

"Mass confusion in a mason jar
Texas blood flow in a biker bar"

"Reach Out" is a track from "Return of the Dream Canteen", the band's thirteenth studio album released in 2022. The song was written by Anthony Kiedis, Flea, John Frusciante and Chad Smith. It was on the setlist for the 2022-23 Global Stadium Tour.

Answer: New York

"Nat King Cole and Dick Van Patten
New York Dolls all dressed in satin"

"My Cigarette" is another track from "Return of the Dream Canteen" (2022), also written by Anthony Kiedis, Flea, John Frusciante and Chad Smith. It was performed on several concerts during the 2022-23 Global Stadium Tour but not on the general setlist for the tour.

Answer: San Francisco

"San Francisco Bay
Safe to say, paved the way"

"White Braids & Pillow Chair" is the tenth track on the Red Hot Chili Peppers' twelfth studio album, "Unlimited Love" (2022). The song was written by Flea, John Frusciante, Anthony Kiedis and Chad Smith.

"White Braids & Pillow Chair" is not a regular entry in the band's setlist. It debuted on stage in Bratislava on 12 June 2022.

Answer: Omaha

"My name is Nebraska
I live in a matchbox of Omaha"

"Veronica" is another song from "Unlimited Love" (2022) written by Anthony Kiedis, Flea, John Frusciante and Chad Smith. The song's most distinctive feature is the constant change of tempo between the verse and chorus, which John explained in an interview:

"I'm a big fan of tempo changes. It's one of my favorite things about Black Sabbath. I thought, that's something we don't have on any of our songs - a chorus that's a completely different feel and tempo than the verse. And that became the object of Veronica. The verse is in 4/4, but the chorus has a triplet feel."