Jimi Hendrix, the electric trailblazer whose riffs wielded cosmic might, once declared, “When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace”—a legendary creed from a soul who harnessed power with grace. With his searing sound and untamed spirit, he’s a beacon of strength and liberation. Below are 15 authentic Jimi Hendrix power quotes—sourced from interviews, statements, and songs—blazing with his dynamic soul. Every word is pure Jimi, verbatim and true!
15 Jimi Hendrix Power Quotes
- “When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.” (Interview, The Dick Cavett Show, July 7, 1969)
- “I’m the one that’s got to live—my power’s mine!” (“If 6 Was 9,” Axis: Bold as Love, 1967)
- “Music’s my power—it’s my religion!” (Interview, Rolling Stone, February 12, 1970)
- “Voodoo child—power’s my rebirth!” (“Voodoo Child (Slight Return),” Electric Ladyland, 1968)
- “I don’t need power over—I need strength within!” (Interview, DownBeat, August 1969)
- “Excuse me while I kiss the sky—power’s my flight!” (“Purple Haze,” Are You Experienced, 1967)
- “Knowledge is power—wisdom sets it free!” (Interview, Melody Maker, 1967)
- “Stone free—power’s livin’ my truth!” (“Stone Free,” Are You Experienced, 1967)
- “I’ve got the power to groove—feel it!” (Interview, The New York Times, October 11, 1969)
- “Fire—power burns in my soul!” (“Fire,” Are You Experienced, 1967)
- “Imagination’s my strength—power’s in the mind!” (Interview, Guitar Player, September 1968)
- “All along the watchtower—power’s a lie!” (“All Along the Watchtower,” Electric Ladyland, 1968)
- “Music’s my force—power flows through!” (Interview, BBC, 1967)
- “Hey Joe—power’s in the fight!” (“Hey Joe,” Are You Experienced, 1967)
- “Third stone from the sun—power’s cosmic!” (“Third Stone from the Sun,” Are You Experienced, 1967)
Jimi Hendrix’s words are a battle cry for anyone ready to rise, seize strength, and wield it wise—proof that power starts with a fearless soul.
These quotes push you to shake off the weak, fight with a riff, and shine with electric might, straight from a king who rocked it all with fierce heart.
Which Jimi line powers you up? Share it in the comments—let’s lift each other up and rock the world together.
Emma Thompson
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