Acid for the Children
| Company type | Memoir |
|---|---|
| Industry | Publishing |
| Founded | November 5, 2019 |
| Founder | Flea |
| Products | Book, audiobook, E-book |
| Parent | Grand Central Publishing |
Acid for the Children is the memoir penned by Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea, which was published on November 5, 2019, through Grand Central Publishing. The release also included versions in audiobook and E-book formats.
Background
Flea commenced work on his memoir in April 2014. This narrative details his atypical upbringing, highlighting his relocation from a suburban area in New York to an artistic lifestyle in Los Angeles alongside his jazz musician stepfather. It also covers his time navigating the streets of L.A. and his intricate partnership with Chili Peppers co-founder Anthony Kiedis. The memoir delves into the band's creative evolution since its inception in 1983.
In 2018, Flea emphasized that the memoir centers on his life prior to joining the Red Hot Chili Peppers, with the intention of offering more than a conventional celebrity or rock star biography. He characterized Acid for the Children as an origin tale that ends where the band's story begins.