This is one of the most meaningful lyrics to anyone that appreciates the power of music. Originally written by Bob Dylan, it was made famous by Jimi Hendrix and later covered by everyone from U2 to Elton John and the Grateful Dead.
“All I’ve got is a red guitar, three chords and the truth”![]()
Song: All Along the Watchtower
Artist: Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, U2
Album: John Wesley Harding (Dylan), Electric Lady land (Hendrix)
Year:1967, 1968
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