Angel
Jimi Hendrix
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Angel came down from heaven yesterday She stayed with me just long enough to rescue me And she told me a story yesterday, About the sweet love between the moon and the deep blue sea And then she spread her wings high over me She said she's gonna come back tomorrow And I said "fly on my sweet angel, Fly on through the sky, Fly on my sweet angel, Tomorrow I'm gonna be by your side" Sure enough this morning came on to me Silver wings silhouetted against the child's sunrise And my angel she said on to "Today is the day for you to rise, Take my hand, you're gonna be my man, You're gonna rise" And then she took me high over yonder And I said "fly on my sweet angel, Fly on through the sky, Fly on my sweet angel, Forever I will be by your side"
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Written by: Jimi Hendrix
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21 facts about this song
Release Information"Angel" is a song by American rock musician Jimi Hendrix, featured on his posthumous 1971 studio album "The Cry of Love."
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Inspirational TidbitThe song is inspired by a dream he had about his mother Lucille, where she descended from heaven to take him away.
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Track OriginsThe lyrics for "Angel" were initially written in 1967.
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Song EvolutionSeveral different versions of "Angel" were recorded by Hendrix, with the final version being recorded just months before his untimely death in 1970.
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Popular CoversA popular cover version of "Angel" was recorded by musician Rod Stewart for his 1972 album "Never a Dull Moment."
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Production DetailsThe song "Angel" was produced by Eddie Kramer and Mitch Mitchell, who were long-term collaborators of Jimi Hendrix.
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Song Composition"Angel" is well-known for its emotional melody and heartfelt lyrics, as well as Hendrix's distinctive guitar playing on the track.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received critical acclaim for its haunting melody and touching lyrics, showcasing Hendrix's depth as a songwriter.
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Artist IntentionAccording to several resources, Hendrix intended "Angel" to be a lullaby to his mother.
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Historical Context"Angel" is one of the last songs Jimi Hendrix ever recorded. It was finalized during the last recording sessions of Hendrix's life.
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Album Classification"Angel" by Jimi Hendrix is included in his 4th studio album, "The Cry of Love." The album was released in 1971, one year after Hendrix's death.
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CreationThe song was written and composed by Jimi Hendrix himself.
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InfluenceThe song was supposedly inspired by a dream Jimi Hendrix had about his mother when he was a child.
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Unfinished SongHendrix only recorded a demo version of the song before his death. It was later completed with the help of Eddie Kramer and drummer Mitch Mitchell.
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Genre"Angel" is classified as psychedelic rock, a genre that Hendrix helped to pioneer.
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Posthumous Release"Angel" was one of the first songs released after Hendrix's death.
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InterpretationsMany fans see the song as a spiritual piece, with the "angel" in the song being a higher power or a guiding entity.
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Different VersionsThere are several versions of the song available, including the original demo, the version on "The Cry of Love", and a version on the compilation album "First Rays of the New Rising Sun."
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Reinterpretations by Other ArtistsThe song has been covered by several other artists, including Rod Stewart and Phish.
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Recognition"Angel" is considered one of Hendrix's best works and is hailed for its emotive lyrics and powerful guitar work.
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LyricsThe song’s lyrics suggest a comforting presence, often interpreted as a symbolic or literal angel, who might remove Hendrix from his life struggles.
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