Jane's Addiction is an American rock band that was formed in Los Angeles in 1985. The band's original lineup consisted of Perry Farrell (vocals), Dave Navarro (guitar), Eric Avery (bass), and Stephen Perkins (drums). Jane's Addiction is often credited as one of the pioneers of the alternative rock genre. They emerged during a time when the music landscape was shifting, and their eclectic sound drew from punk, metal, and other influences.

The band gained significant attention with their albums "Nothing's Shocking" (1988) and "Ritual de lo Habitual" (1990). These albums featured hit songs like "Jane Says" and "Been Caught Stealing." After disbanding in the early 1990s, Jane's Addiction has had several reunions. They released new albums, such as "Strays" in 2003, and continued to tour over the years.

Jane's Addiction's unique sound and theatrical live performances have influenced many bands in the alternative and rock genres. Apart from their work with Jane's Addiction, members of the band have been involved in various other projects. For instance, Perry Farrell has been active in creating other bands and music festivals.