One Rainy Wish
Jimi Hendrix · Axis: Bold As Love [1967]
Not too long ago
A misty blue and the lillac too
A never to grow old.
A there you were under the tree of song
Sleeping so peacefully
In your hand a flower played
A waiting there for me.
I have never
Laid eyes on you
Not like a before
This timeless day
A but you walked and ya ha
Once smiled my name
And you stole
My heart away
A stole my heart away little girl, yeah
All right !
Golden rose, the color of the dream I had
Not too long ago
Misty blue and lillac too
A never to grow old.
Golden rose, the color of the dream I had
Misty blue and lillac too
Golden rose, the color of the dream I had
Misty blue and lillac too
Gold and rose, gold are rose, gold and rose.
It's only a dream
I'd love to tell somebody about this dream
The sky was filled with a thousand stars
While the sun kissed the mountains blue
And eleven moons played across rainbows
Above me and you.
Gold and rose the color of the velvet walls surround us.
One Rainy Wish
Jimi Hendrix's "One Rainy Wish" stands as a poignant centerpiece on the landmark 1967 album Axis: Bold As Love. Recorded during the height of his psychedelic era, the track exemplifies his mastery of electric guitar textures and emotional depth. The song blends bluesy sensibilities with the experimental soundscapes that defined the mid-1960s rock revolution. Its melancholic melody and Hendrix's distinctive vocal delivery capture a sense of longing and introspection, resonating deeply with listeners who appreciated the raw vulnerability within his work. As a key track on this influential record, it remains a testament to his ability to transform simple themes into complex, evocative musical statements that continue to influence artists across genres.