If Six Was Nine
Jimi Hendrix · Axis: Bold As Love
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.
Alright, 'cos I got my own world to look through,
And I ain't gonna copy you.
Now if 6 turned out to be 9,
I don't mind, I don't mind,
Alright, if all the hippies cut off all their hair,
I don't care, I don't care.
Dig, 'cos 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.
They're hoping soon my kind will drop and die,
But I'm gonna wave my freak flag high, high.
Wave on, wave on
Fall mountains, just don't fall on me
Go ahead on Mr. Business man, you can't dress like me.
Nobody know what i'm talkin' about.
i've got my own life to live
i'm the one that's going to have to die
when it's time for me to die.
So let me live my life,
the way i want to
Yeah.
Sing on Brother, play on drummer.
If Six Was Nine
Jimi Hendrix's 'If Six Was Nine' stands as a pivotal track on the landmark album Axis: Bold As Love, exemplifying his mastery of psychedelic rock and electric guitar improvisation. Recorded in 1970, the song features Hendrix's signature layered guitar work and vocal delivery, creating an immersive soundscape that defined the era's progressive rock movement. As a key component of his discography, the recording showcases his ability to blend complex musical structures with emotional depth, influencing countless artists who followed. The track remains a celebrated example of Hendrix's innovative approach to studio production and live performance, cementing his legacy as a transformative figure in music history.