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Tommy Lee Opens Up About His First Acid Trip and Drinking Absinthe With Marilyn Manson on Theo Von's Podcast

In a recent podcast episode with comedian Theo Von, Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee took listeners on a wild ride through his early experiences with mind-altering substances, sharing stories about his first acid trip at just 13 years old and a memorable night drinking absinthe with rock icon Marilyn Manson.

During their two-hour conversation, which covered a range of topics, Lee recounted his initial foray into the world of psychedelics. At the tender age of 13, a girl at his school introduced him to LSD, sparking an unforgettable and surreal experience. "What a fucking trip, man. That shit was wild," Lee recalled with a laugh. Like many first-timers, he was drawn to the activities he’d been warned against. "And immediately, you do all the shit that you heard you're not supposed to do. Like, 'Dude, whatever you do, do not look in the mirror.' Where's the mirror?" he joked.

Lee also reminisced about being mesmerized by a poster of Farrah Fawcett on his wall, staring at it for what felt like an eternity while under the influence of LSD. The vividness of that memory underscores how deeply the experience imprinted on his young mind.

The conversation then shifted to Lee's time with Marilyn Manson, a fellow rock star known for his eccentric and provocative persona. Von asked if Lee had ever met Manson, to which the drummer enthusiastically replied, "He's a fucking great guy," accompanied by a photo of the two musicians together.

Lee revealed that Manson introduced him to absinthe, a potent, herb-infused liquor with a notorious reputation for its supposed hallucinogenic effects. The specific type that Manson offered was purple in color and had a lasting impact on Lee. "I started hallucinating on this shit," he admitted, detailing a ritual they performed, where sugar cubes were melted with fire before being mixed into the absinthe. This particular preparation added a mystical element to their drinking experience, intensifying the effects.

The combination of Lee's animated storytelling and Von's laid-back interview style made for an engaging and entertaining episode, offering fans a glimpse into the untamed rock 'n' roll lifestyle that Tommy Lee has lived. For those curious to hear more about Lee’s psychedelic escapades and his thoughts on life, the full episode is available online.