"Anybody can play. The note is only 20 percent. The attitude of the motherf*cker who plays it is another 80 percent."
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About Chad Smith
Chad Smith is an American musician best known as the drummer for the rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers. Born in 1961 in Minnesota, Smith started playing drums at a young age and went on to join various bands before joining Red Hot Chili Peppers in the late 1980s. With his energetic drumming style and solid groove, Smith has contributed significantly to the band's success, participating in numerous hit albums and tours.
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