Sleeve M; Vinyl M. Californication marked a deeply introspective shift for RHCP, blending melodic alternative rock with funk grooves and emotional depth. Key tracks like the wistful guitar-led “Scar Tissue,” the haunting “Otherside,” and the title track’s slinky riff and media‑driven critique showcase the band’s storytelling and sonic range. With Flea’s signature basslines, John Frusciante’s emotive return on guitars, and Rick Rubin’s polished production, the album balances lush musicality with hard-hitting themes about addiction, California dreams, and renewal. An absolute belter!