History
Written about Heather Taylor, who would later marry Roger Daltrey of The Who. The song epitomizes Hendrix's sexual bravado and guitar mastery, opening with controlled feedback that resolves into one of rock's most recognizable riffs. The extended F#7#9 chord voicing became known as the second 'Hendrix chord.'
Awards & Recognition
- Ranked among greatest rock songs of all time
Notable Cover Versions
- The Cult (1990)
- Stevie Ray Vaughan (1991)
- Michael Kiwanuka (2012)
Guitar Details
Key: F# Major
Capo: None
Tempo: 96 BPM
Difficulty: Intermediate
Chords Used:
F#m B A E
Recording Details
Written: Late 1966
Recorded: December 13, 1966
Length: 3:19
Producer: Chas Chandler