Lyric discussion by silveretta 

Cover art for Universally Speaking lyrics by Red Hot Chili Peppers

I think this song is about sex with groupies. Anthony was known for his numerous and young girlfriends, I could only imagine what he's like on the road. I agree that it is about a rather unhealthy relationship, and i think that the song doesn't try to hide that. It has a distinctly different and less appreciative tone than some of their other 'love' songs. Also, on the record, he doesn't say "Still I waited..." he says "Silveretta." It's on the liner notes.