By The Way sees the Red Hot Chili Peppers blend signature funky basslines with a general tone of crackling urgency, announcing themselves to the 21st century in a big way. Furious smash hit 'Can't Stop' and the more mellow 'Zephyr Song' combine with the title track to make a trio of huge singles, but the album as a whole proves an infectious collection - one which kept the ageing Chilis relevant far beyond their expected sell-by date. Decade Defining Track: By The Way
