Wait Until Tomorrow
Jimi Hendrix
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Song Release"Wait Until Tomorrow" is a song by The Jimi Hendrix Experience, released as part of their second album titled "Axis: Bold As Love" in December 1967.
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Songwriting CreditsFrontman Jimi Hendrix is the sole writer of the song. His innovative guitar playing and songwriting capabilities are largely displayed here.
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Song StructureThe song is structured as a day-by-day account of love lost, and thematically is described as being a blend of R&B and pop rock.
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VocalsJimi Hendrix handles lead vocals for the song. His soul-inflected vocal style has come to be recognized as one of the signature elements of the track.
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Contrasting ToneDespite its upbeat tempo, “Wait Until Tomorrow" is underpinned by a tragic narrative. It tells the story of a man in love who is left to wait for his lady, only to discover she has eloped with someone else.
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Album Influence"Wait Until Tomorrow" is part of the album that significantly secured Hendrix's spot as an international superstar. The "Axis: Bold As Love" album showcased his impressive ability to blend different music styles.
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Musical CompositionMitchell's complex rhythm patterns and Jimi's melodies are evident in this song. The song also reflects the trio's use of studio technology to create a stereo-panning sound, where the audio appears to move across speakers.
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Guitar BrillianceHendrix's guitar riffs in "Wait Until Tomorrow" display his virtuoso capabilities on the instrument. His unique blend of blues riffs with pop-rock has been lauded by critics and listeners alike.
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Impact"Wait Until Tomorrow", along with other songs in the album, reinforced Hendrix’s position among the greatest guitarists in the history of rock.
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Band MembersApart from the lead vocalist and lead guitarist, Jimi Hendrix, the band 'The Jimi Hendrix Experience' also consisted of Noel Redding on bass guitar and backing vocals, and Mitch Mitchell on drums.
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