Lyric discussion by meghanfru 

Cover art for Brendan's Death Song lyrics by Red Hot Chili Peppers

Brendan Mullins, an early friend of the Chilis', passed away after suffering a stroke soon after the band hired Josh Klinghoffer as the new guitarist. Soon after, they wrote this song as a tribute to him. He supported them in their early days in L.A. before anyone knew who they were.