Knock Me Down
Red Hot Chili Peppers · What Hits?
Being cool too much too soon
Too much for me too much for you
You're gonna lose in time
Don't be afraid to show your friends
That you hurt inside inside
Pain's part of life don't hide behind your false pride
It's a lie your lie
If you see me getting by
If you see me getting high
Knock me down
I'm not bigger than life
If you see me getting by
If you see me getting high
Knock me down
I'm not bigger than life
I'm tired of being untouchable
I'm not above the love
I'm part of you and you're part of me
Why did you go away
Finding what you're looking for
Can end up being being such a bore
I pray for you most every day
My love's with you now fly away
If you see me getting by
If you see me getting high
Knock me down
I'm not bigger than life
If you see me getting by
If you see me getting high
Knock me down
I'm not bigger than life
If you see me getting by
If you see me getting high
Knock me down
I'm not bigger than life
If you see me getting by
If you see me getting high
Knock me down
I'm not bigger than life
If you see me getting by
If you see me getting high
Knock me down
I'm not bigger than life
If you see me getting by
If you see me getting high
Knock me down
I'm not bigger than life
If you see me getting by
If you see me getting high
Knock me down
I'm not bigger than life
If you see me getting by
If you see me getting high
Knock me down
I'm not bigger than life
It's so lonely when you don't even know yourself
It's so lonely
It's so lonely when you don't even know yourself
It's so lonely
It's so lonely when you don't even know yourself
It's so lonely
Knock Me Down
Knock Me Down stands as a defining track from the Red Hot Chili Peppers' early funk-rock era, showcasing the band's signature blend of driving basslines and energetic guitar work. Released during a period of rapid evolution, the song captures the group's transition toward a more polished sound while retaining their raw, rhythmic intensity. The recording highlights Anthony Kiedis's dynamic vocal delivery and the tight interplay between the rhythm section, elements that would become central to their broader discography. As part of their growing catalogue, the track exemplifies the band's ability to merge alternative rock sensibilities with funk influences, creating an enduring anthem that resonates with fans of their classic period. Its inclusion in their body of work underscores the Peppers' consistent ability to craft memorable, high-energy compositions that define their musical identity.