"Around the World" is a song by American rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers, appearing as the opening track on their seventh studio album Californication (1999).

[2] Anthony Kiedis has stated that in the lyrics for the verses he is telling about his journeys and his experiences on them, about being a member of the Red Hot Chili Peppers and living an extreme life.

He also noted that Roberto Benigni's film Life Is Beautiful was a lyrical inspiration.

[3] When recording the song John Frusciante played a '66 Fender Jaguar which he had borrowed from their engineer Jim Scott.

"Around the World" has remained a constant staple on the band's tours since 1999, making it one of their top ten most performed songs.

[4] The band Mr. Bungle performed a mock version of the song in 1999, as part of a halloween concert parodying Red Hot Chili Peppers.