Song

By the Way

by Red Hot Chili Peppers

By the Way is a 2002 song by Red Hot Chili Peppers, 3:37 long, which peaked at #34 on the Billboard Hot 100. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun.

Top 40 hit (#34) Karaoke favorite

Released 2002 Hot 100 peak #34 · 20 weeks Length 3:37 Album By the Way Alternative Rock, Funk Rock

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Performance tips

• Contrast the mellow harmonized verses with explosive funky choruses
• Navigate the dramatic dynamic shifts between sections
• Deliver the vocoder-affected bridge sections with playful energy

Karaoke versions

There's a karaoke version of this song. Most karaoke services carry it; KaraFun lists it among its most-sung songs.

• Find karaoke versions on YouTubeOpens a YouTube search for "By the Way" karaoke

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