JIMI HENDRIX: THE ROCK SUPERSTAR’S LEGACY It is said that some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon ‘em (Shakespeare, 1601). Jimi Hendrix was not born into stardom, nor was it bestowed upon him in any way. Throughout his life he strived for the top, and the effort did not prove to be in vain. This American rock guitarist made a legendary mark. He invented unique techniques, and his performances …showed first 75 words of 1017 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1017 total…entire pop culture with his exceptional music and spectacular performances. He once said, “It’s funny the way most people love death. Once you are dead you are made for life. You have to die before they think you are worth anything…” Whether this is true or not in his case, in the hearts of millions of Americans, Jimi Hendrix, the legendary rock guitarist, the “Electric Gypsy”, and the “Acid King”, will live on forever.