If 6 Was 9
Jimmy Hendrix Lyrics
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If the sun refuse to shine
I don't mind
I don't mind
If the mountains fell in the sea
Let it be
It ain't me
'Cause I got my own world to look through
And I ain't gonna copy you
Now if six turned out to be nine
I don't mind
I don't mind
If all the hippies cut off all their hair
I don't care
I don't care, dig
'Cause I got my own world to live through
And I ain't gonna copy you
White collared conservative flashing down the street
Pointing their plastic finger at me, huh
They're hoping soon, my kind will drop and die
But I'm gonna wave my freak flag high, high, oh!
Wave on, wave on
Fall mountains, just don't fall on me
Go ahead on, Mr. Businessman, you can't dress like me
...I got my own life to live
I'm the one that's going to die when it's time for me to die
So let me live my life
The way I want to
There
Sing on, brother
Play on, drummer
The song "If 6 Was 9" by Jimmy Hendrix is about being true to oneself and refusing to conform to societal expectations. The lyrics communicate a clear message that the singer is not afraid to be different and has their own unique perspective on the world, regardless of what others may think. The first verse talks about environmental calamities that would not affect the singer, as they have their own world to inhabit. The second verse speaks to the cultural phenomenon of the hippie movement and their beliefs, but the singer proclaims that they have their own path to follow. The third verse is a direct challenge to conservative values and those who try to judge or ostracize the singer based on their differences. The chorus is a repeated affirmation that the singer will not give in to societal pressure to conform and will live their life on their terms. The final lines are a call to musical coworkers to continue playing and singing.
Overall, the song's message is universal and still resonates with listeners today, as it encourages people to embrace their individuality and not be afraid to express themselves. The lyrics are clear and concise, with Hendrix's guitar skill adding to the emotion of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
If the sun refuse to shine
If the world is dark and not in my favor
I don't mind
I don't care about it
I don't mind
I don't mind
If the mountains fell in the sea
If something catastrophic happened
Let it be
I can't control it
It ain't me
It's not my responsibility
'Cause I got my own world to look through
I have my own things to worry about
And I ain't gonna copy you
I won't follow what you do
Now if six turned out to be nine
If something unexpected happens
I don't mind
I don't care about it
I don't mind
I don't mind
If all the hippies cut off all their hair
If people change their values
I don't care
I don't care about it
I don't care, dig
I don't care about it, man
'Cause I got my own world to live through
I have my own things to do
And I ain't gonna copy you
I won't follow what you do
White collared conservative flashing down the street
People in power are showing off their wealth and privilege
Pointing their plastic finger at me, huh
Judging me without knowing me
They're hoping soon, my kind will drop and die
They want me and people like me to fail
But I'm gonna wave my freak flag high, high, oh!
I'm going to embrace my own identity and be proud of it
Wave on, wave on
Keep on going, don't stop
Fall mountains, just don't fall on me
I want to be safe from harm
Go ahead on, Mr. Businessman, you can't dress like me
You can't pretend to be like me with your money and power
...I got my own life to live
I have my own path to follow
I'm the one that's going to die when it's time for me to die
I am responsible for my own life and death
So let me live my life
Let me be
The way I want to
On my own terms
There
That's it
Sing on, brother
Keep singing, my friend
Play on, drummer
Keep playing, musician
Contributed by Jasmine M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.