‘You never told me he was that good,’ cried Eric Clapton, the God of the guitar after a gig with the then not-very-popular Jimi Hendrix. James Marshall “Jimi” Hendrix flew from New York to London with his manager, at just 24 years of age, to look for some work as a guitarist. At a Cream concert, he requested if he could play with Clapton and somehow that dream materialized. After that impressive performance, Hendrix was befriended by Clapton. But just four years later, he died as a result of a lethal combination of alcohol and pills. During those four years he created music that changed rock music forever. Here are seven of his most memorable quotes.
Number Seven: “If I’m free, it’s because I’m always running.”- Jimi Hendrix
Jimi asks everyone chasing freedom to follow this. Keep working hard to chase your dreams and soon you will accomplish them, one…show more content… I feel sorry for the minorities, but I don’t feel a part of one.” - Jimi Hendrix
This goes out to all the minorities in the world. If you are talented in any art or craft, then you will be appreciated. Art does not know any boundaries. How can color or race be any hindrance?
Number Three: “I’m the one that has to die when it’s time for me to die, so let me live my life, the way I want to.” - Jimi Hendrix
It’s almost believable that Jimi knew he would die a young death, and that is why he wanted to live freely and to its fullest. It should tell us a thing or two about not taking life so seriously and going for what our heart wants.
Number Two: “Music is my religion.” - Jimi Hendrix
Jimi did give it his all. His music was followed by millions and continue to inspire so many. No wonder he had a spiritual connection to it which was much stronger than any bond.
Number One: “Excuse me while I kiss the sky.” - Jimi Hendrix
In the short life he lived, he did touch the sky along with the hearts of so many of his fans. The legend lives on in his songs and in his
