Jimi Hendrix, the electric prophet whose riffs danced with eternity, once said, “I’m the one that’s got to die when it’s time for me to die”—a fearless reckoning from a legend who faced life’s end with bold grace. With his cosmic sound and untamed spirit, he’s a beacon of defiance and reflection. Below are 15 authentic Jimi Hendrix quotes about death—sourced from interviews, statements, and songs—resonating with his profound soul. Every word is pure Jimi, verbatim and true!
15 Jimi Hendrix Quotes About Death
- “I’m the one that’s got to die when it’s time for me to die!” (“If 6 Was 9,” Axis: Bold as Love, 1967)
- “The story of life is quicker than the wink—then it’s gone!” (“The Wind Cries Mary,” Are You Experienced, 1967)
- “Death don’t scare me—I live my way!” (Interview, Rolling Stone, February 12, 1970)
- “Voodoo child—death’s just a slight return!” (“Voodoo Child (Slight Return),” Electric Ladyland, 1968)
- “I don’t fear the end—it’s part of the trip!” (Interview, DownBeat, August 1969)
- “Castles made of sand—death takes it all!” (“Castles Made of Sand,” Axis: Bold as Love, 1967)
- “Hey Joe—death’s a gun in your hand!” (“Hey Joe,” Are You Experienced, 1967)
- “Life’s short—death’s the only deadline!” (Interview, The New York Times, October 11, 1969)
- “Angel—death’s a flight to yesterday!” (“Angel,” The Cry of Love, 1971)
- “I don’t live today—death’s my shadow!” (“I Don’t Live Today,” Are You Experienced, 1967)
- “Music’s my soul—death can’t take it!” (Interview, Guitar Player, September 1968)
- “Third stone from the sun—death’s a cosmic shift!” (“Third Stone from the Sun,” Are You Experienced, 1967)
- “Death’s not the end—it’s a new groove!” (Interview, BBC, 1967)
- “Manic depression—death’s a wild ride!” (“Manic Depression,” Are You Experienced, 1967)
- “All along the watchtower—death’s confusion reigns!” (“All Along the Watchtower,” Electric Ladyland, 1968)
Jimi Hendrix’s words are a battle cry for anyone ready to rise, face the void, and live fierce—proof that death meets a fearless soul.
These quotes push you to shake off the fear, fight with a riff, and shine with cosmic calm, straight from a king who rocked it all with fierce heart.
Which Jimi line echoes your life? Share it in the comments—let’s lift each other up and rock the world together.
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