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Crosstown Traffic

From Electric Ladyland (1968)

History

A high-energy track featuring kazoo and innovative guitar tones created by playing through a tape recorder. The song metaphorically compares a difficult relationship to navigating traffic. Dave Mason and Traffic's Chris Wood contribute backing vocals. One of Hendrix's most commercially accessible tracks.

Notable Cover Versions

  • Living Colour (1992)

Guitar Details

Key: B Major
Capo: None
Tempo: 126 BPM
Difficulty: Intermediate
Chords Used:
B E F#

Recording Details

Written: 1968
Recorded: December 20, 1967
Length: 2:25
Producer: Jimi Hendrix