"The Zephyr Song" is a song by American rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers, released as the second single released from their eighth studio album, By the Way (2002), on August 17, 2002. The song, as a single, was released in two parts. Both editions held two previously unheard-of B-sides, making it, collectively, hold four non-LP tracks. The single peaked at number six on the US Billboard Modern Rock chart, breaking the band's streak of three straight number-one hits. Composition The song is about nature's healing power and human connection. In April 2017, it was revealed that John Frusciante unintentionally interpolated the song "Pure Imagination" from the 1971 film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. The song's opening three guitar notes are the same as the first three sung notes from "Pure Imagination." Music video The music video, which was released on Sept 30,2002 was directed by Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris. The couple previously collaborated with the band on other videos and would continue to work with the band through the middle of the 2000s. It is generally reminiscent of a kaleidoscope, by utilizing circular and intertwining figures to achieve the psychedelic feel the band was aiming for. Kiedis would later say of the video: The music video also features Flea's partner at the time, Tobey Torres. Track listings Personnel Red Hot Chili Peppers John Frusciante – guitar, backing vocals, keyboards Flea – bass Anthony Kiedis – lead vocals, double-tracked lead vocals (chorus) Chad Smith – drums, drum machine Charts Weekly charts Year-end charts Certifications Release history References Red Hot Chili Peppers songs 2002 singles 2002 songs Music videos directed by Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris Song recordings produced by Rick Rubin Songs written by Anthony Kiedis Songs written by Chad Smith Songs written by Flea (musician) Songs written by John Frusciante Warner Records singles