Voodoo Child (Slight Return)
Jimi Hendrix · Electric Ladyland
And I chop it down with the edge of my hand
Yeah
Well, I stand up next to a mountain
And I 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
I 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 ya one of this days
Hahaha
I said I didn't mean to take up all your sweet time
I'll give it right back one of these days
Oh yeah
If I don't meet you no more in this world then uh
I'll meet ya on the next one
And 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
Question no
Yeah
Voodoo Child (Slight Return)
Jimi Hendrix's 'Voodoo Child (Slight Return)' stands as a cornerstone of psychedelic rock, originally recorded for the landmark 1968 album 'Electric Ladyland'. The track exemplifies Hendrix's mastery of distortion and feedback, transforming the electric guitar into a percussive and atmospheric instrument that defined the era. Released during a period of intense creative exploration, the song blends blues roots with avant-garde experimentation, creating a soundscape that was both revolutionary and deeply personal. Its influence on subsequent generations of musicians remains profound, cementing Hendrix's legacy as a visionary who pushed the boundaries of what rock music could achieve. The recording captures the raw energy and technical brilliance that made him a global icon.