History
The title track features Hendrix at his most poetic, comparing emotions to colors. The innovative phasing effect on the outro (accidentally discovered when the master tape was lost and had to be remixed in one night) became hugely influential. Hendrix reportedly cried when he heard the final mix.
Notable Cover Versions
- John Mayer (2005)
- Pretenders (2016)
Guitar Details
Key: A Major
Capo: None
Tempo: 76 BPM
Difficulty: Intermediate
Chords Used:
A E D F#m Bm
Recording Details
Written: Fall 1967
Recorded: October-November 1967
Length: 4:09
Producer: Chas Chandler