Great
Collin L | Los Angeles, California | 07/30/2006
(4 out of 5 stars)
"Although there are several variations to this song, each one making it less and less listenable and significant, Road Trippin' is a beautiful track that comes off crisp and clean. Without any form of percussion, it soars melodically and freely, giving it a new feeling that the Chili Peppers have not yet provided. The lyrics are paired flawlessly with the guitar, which is played with perfection. A real gem among rocks.
As always, the live performances of the Chili Peppers are always amazing and never lacking in love, energy, and awe. "Blood Sugar Sex Magik", a song rarely played on a live set, is great, and giving off just over-the-top perfection. "Californication" has been played better numerous times, making this version rather disappointing. Of course, "Under the Bridge" always proves to me a moving experience, booming with emotions and blossoming into a beautiful full fledged ballad of amazements.
Recommended--rare.
"
Marketing dream-- find the all in one import.
Michael Stack | North Chelmsford, MA USA | 09/29/2005
(2 out of 5 stars)
"Oh man, what a mess. Let me see if I can pull this apart-- "Road Trippin'", fifth single from "Californication", never saw release in the US. Overseas, it saw release as either a great single with four live tracks or as three (!) parts, each with different material on them.
This is part 3, backed by live versions of "Californication", "Blood Sugar Sex Magick" and "Under the Bridge". The first two also appear on part 1, the last on part 2.
The title track is superb-- an acoustic affair with no drum track, fantastic finger picked guitars, overdubbed strings, and a lovely vocal harmony, it's the kind of thing you can't believe that the Chili Peppers would do.
I have to admit, I'm not altogether pleased with the live take of "Californication"-- it seems to come a bit unhinged, losing some of the subtlety. "Blood Sugar Sex Magick" fares somewhat better, bristling with an energy that perhaps the studio version was lacking. "Under the Bridge" gets a great reading, with a sort of subtle energy behind the song (probably due to Flea superlative bass work) and guitarist John Frusciante doing a great job on the harmony vocal.
Still, it's not worth getting this one-- dig up the all in one single, there's quite a bit more value in that."
Amazing!
Nir | Herzliya, Israel | 02/15/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Road Trippin' is one of RHCPs best songs. absoloutly amazing. The cd single is great, and i bought it even though i have the Californication cd. Everyone, buy this great single, and you will enjoy it!!! The Red Hot Chili Peppers are the greatest band in the history. All of their cds are a must. This cd includes some other great songs from live shows, which are unbelievable!!!"
Track Listings (4) - Disc #1