Pain for Art
Music doesn't lie. If there is something to be changed in this world, then it can only happen through music.
Jimi Hendrix
Legendary American guitarist and singer, a revolutionary of rock music.
All moments: Jimi Hendrix
- The Story of Life Blinks — Jimi Hendrix
The story of life is quicker than the blink of an eye. So live fully.
- Woodstock and Anthem — Jimi Hendrix
At Woodstock I just wanted to express what I felt in that moment.
- Humility of Genius — Jimi Hendrix
I just play what my heart feels. The rest is up to chance.
- Final Words of a Legend — Jimi Hendrix
I'm the one that has to die when it's time for me to die, so let me live my life the way I want to.
- Among Legends — Jimi Hendrix
I used a mirror to reflect what people need to see.
- Despair and Overcome — Jimi Hendrix
Depression is part of my journey. But music saves me every time.
Related moments
- Documenting History — Questlove
As a documentarian, I feel a responsibility to preserve the history of Black music and culture
- Birth of a Legend — Paul McCartney
The Beatles were about growth. We changed every single day.
- All Music Is Folk Music — Louis Armstrong
All music is folk music. I ain't never heard a horse sing a song.
- The Art of Service — John Legend
As an artist, I see my role as serving humanity and raising my voice for justice
- Alien Artist — David Bowie
I never tried to fit in. I prefer to be myself, even if it's alien.
- Humble Beginnings — Paul McCartney
Nobody believed in us at first. We just believed in ourselves and the music.