Formed in New York in August 1969 after the breakup of The Jimi Hendrix Experience, Rainbows was active for just one month, a run which resulted in only four live appearances, most notably at the Woodstock Festival where they made their debut.
Voodoo Child
Jimi Hendrix / Gypsy Sun And Rainbows Lyrics
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And I chop it down with the edge of my hand
Well, I stand up next to a mountain
Chop it down with the edge of my hand
Well, I pick up all the pieces and make an island
Might even raise a little sand, yeah
'Cause I'm a voodoo child
Lord knows I'm a voodoo child, baby
Want to say one more last thing
I didn't mean to take - up all your sweet time
I'll give it right back to you one of these days
I said, I didn't mean to take up all your sweet time
I'll give it right back one of these days, yeah
And if I don't meet you no more in this world
Then I'll, I'll meet you in the next one
Now don't be late, don't be late
'Cause I'm a voodoo child, voodoo child
Lord knows I'm a voodoo child, hey, hey, hey
I'm a voodoo child, baby
I don't take no for an answer
Just want you to know
The lyrics to Jimi Hendrix's "Voodoo Child" appear to center around a person's ability to accomplish seemingly impossible feats through sheer force of will, and the idea that this individual's power can be attributed to something beyond the realm of what is understood by mainstream society. The line "I stand up next to a mountain and chop it down with the edge of my hand" suggests that the singer is capable of doing something that would be impossible for most people, using only their own strength and determination. The subsequent line, "Might even raise a little sand," continues the theme of this power being nearly limitless, and capable of producing unforeseen results.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, I stand up next to a mountain
I am capable of great feats and challenges, even towering mountains.
And I chop it down with the edge of my hand
I am powerful enough to conquer any adversary with ease.
Well, I pick up all the pieces and make an island
I am resourceful and able to create something out of nothing, even making an island from mere fragments.
Might even raise a little sand
I have the ability to cause minor disturbances, creating ripples in my wake.
'cause I'm a voodoo child
My unique and powerful abilities liken me to a sorcerer, capable of using magic to achieve my goals.
Lord knows I'm a voodoo child baby
My supernatural powers are intrinsic to my very being.
I want to say one more last thing
Before I go, I have one important message to share.
I didn't mean to take up all your sweet time
I apologize for monopolizing your attention, but my message is worth hearing.
I'll give it right back to ya one of these days
I promise to repay your time and attention in the future.
If I don't meet you no more in this world then uh
If we do not cross paths again while we are still alive,
I'll meet ya on the next one
We will reunite in the afterlife.
And don't be late
Make sure you are punctual and do not miss our reunion.
I don't take no for an answer
I am persistent and unyielding, refusing to accept rejection or defeat.
Question no
I require no clarification or explanation, for I trust in my own abilities and intuition.
Yeah
An expression of affirmation and agreement to the statements made.
Hey hey hey
A celebratory interjection, denoting excitement and satisfaction.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Jimi Hendrix
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@TheMacedonianBackBreaker
If he’s not your favorite guitarist then he’s probably your favorite guitarists’ favorite guitarist
@ExcitedAnacondaSnake-hg8ec
I agree layman don’t get it but any guitarist fears him.
@parks3190
No, but this is so true tho
@niltonjuniocapote6518
Melhor comentário 🤝🤝
@franthevan65
Accurate
@rw2452
Dude, you are so correct. Slash is my favorite guitarist, got me into guitar, and Hendrix had a big influence on him. Jimi is right up there too
@paincakes7693
This is probably the highest quality 1970 video I have ever seen
@truthbetold6578
Wtf 1940s movies were crisp
@mubiusford8693
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ef9QnZVpVd8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PNbBDrceCy8
These are great as well for their time!
@ladybugrona7321
Awesome! Jimmy rocked this cover of Voodoo Child.
He was the greatest in his area of rock and funk.