Lyric discussion by algunmae 

Cover art for Charlie lyrics by Red Hot Chili Peppers

I VERY much doubt Anthony is having a relapse and he's hinting that in his lyrics (like someone said). Even if he did that before (in One Hot Minute actually), it doesn't mean he's doing it again. Back then he would refuse to explain the meaning of the songs, claiming that he hated doing that (but since the songs were about his drug habbit, he most likely just didn't want to talk about it). Now he happily explains what a song is about, and he does it in a very convincing way. Ok that being said, I, in no way, think this song is about drugs. And yes, Anthony has written songs that deal with drug issues before, but to say he has written songs merely about drugs is somewhat shallow. He has written about his dark side, the anxiety he felt as a drug addict, and the consequences of being one, among other things.

And finally, my opinion of what this song is about. Well, to me it's about your friends insparing you and making you happy.