‘Purple Haze’ – Jimi Hendrix
Misheard: “Excuse me while I kiss this guy”
Correct: “Excuse me while I kiss the sky”
Even though “Purple Haze” was never higher than #65 on the Billboard Hot 100, it is frequently regarded as one of Jimi Hendrix’s finest songs. Within it is a line that is frequently misunderstood, and for his part, Hendrix never did much to correct the record. Even worse, he occasionally sang the wrong line during a performance while nodding or gesturing at a male band member who was standing on stage.
‘Purple Haze’ Jimi Hendrix
Chop Suey!
The song’s original title was suicide, but the label requested that it be changed to prevent controversy. The song is about more than just applying makeup. Suicidal ideas are plaguing the members of the band. It also discusses drug usage and whether or not death is justifiable.
Chop Suey!
