Hey Baby (New Rising Sun)

Jimi Hendrix

About Hey Baby (New Rising Sun)

"Hey Baby (New Rising Sun)" or simply "Hey Baby" is a song written and recorded by American musician Jimi Hendrix, from his second posthumous album Rainbow Bridge (1971). The song is a slower and more melodic piece, which features the prominent use of chorus- and tremolo-effects on guitar. Hendrix uses an idealized feminine figure that recurs in several of his lyrics. Commentators have seen the song as representative of his post-Band of Gypsys musical direction. "Hey Baby" was in development for over two years and Hendrix had recorded several demo and jam versions, before debuting it in concert on April 25, 1970. On July 1, he recorded a version live at the new Electric Lady Studios in New York City. It was one of the tracks Hendrix proposed for his planned, but never completed, fourth studio album. In 1971, longtime Hendrix recording engineer Eddie Kramer, and drummer Mitch Mitchell selected the Electric Lady version as the closing track for Rainbow Bridge. The song received mainly positive comments from critics, who saw it as expressing hope, along with new guitar textures. In 1997, "Hey Baby" was included on First Rays of the New Rising Sun, the most comprehensive attempt at presenting Hendrix's unfinished album. During the 1970 The Cry of Love Tour, Hendrix performed the song regularly. Several live recordings have been officially released along with videos of Hendrix performing it in concert. 


Year:
1997
6:04
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Hey baby where are you coming from?
Well she looked at me and smiled
And looked into space and said "I'm coming from the land of the new rising sun"
Then I said, "hey baby, where are you trying to go to?"
Then she said "I'm going to spin and spread around peace of mind and a whole lot of love to you and you"

Hey girl I'd like to come along
Yes, I'd love to come along

"Would you like to come along?" she asked me
"Yes, take me along right now"

Hey baby, can I step into your world for a while?
"Yes you can," she said
Come on back with me for a while
We're going to go across the Jupiter sand and see all you people one by one
We got to help you people out right now
That's why I'm doing it all about

Yeah, yeah may I come along
May I come along
May I come along, yeah, yeah
Please, take me

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Jimi Hendrix

James Marshall Hendrix (born Johnny Allen Hendrix; November 27, 1942 – September 18, 1970) was an American musician, singer and songwriter. Despite a limited mainstream exposure of four years, he is widely considered to have been the greatest electric guitarist in the history of popular music, and one of the most important musicians of the 20th century. more »

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Song Background
1. "Hey Baby (New Rising Sun)" is a song by American musician Jimi Hendrix. It was featured on his posthumous studio album, "The Cry of Love", released in 1971. 2. The song, along with the remaining tracks from the album, was written and recorded by Hendrix during the sessions for his planned double album, "First Rays of the New Rising Sun".
Lyrics and Themes
3. "Hey Baby (New Rising Sun)" is noted for Hendrix’s uplifting lyrics and themes of embracing a new era. 4. It is one of the songs where Hendrix has shown his optimistic side, envisioning a better world and looking forward to a brighter future.
Musical Composition
5. "Hey Baby (New Rising Sun)" features Hendrix's signature guitar masterpiece mingled with intricate melodies and elaborate instrumental effects, displaying his evolved songwriting and musical prowess. 6. The song is categorized under psychedelic rock and blues rock genres.
Performance and Recordings
7. "Hey Baby (New Rising Sun)" was regularly played by Jimi Hendrix during his live performances in 1970, which were his last performances. 8. The intense live performances of this song left an indelible impact on the audience, adding to the song's legendary status.
Posthumous Releases and Legacy
9. While Hendrix didn't live to complete his vision for "First Rays of the New Rising Sun" album, the featured songs including "Hey Baby (New Rising Sun)" have been recompiled and reissued in later years. 10. "Hey Baby (New Rising Sun)" remains a revered classic from Hendrix's discography, proving his distinctive musical genius and artistic depth.

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