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Why Hendrix Played “Like A Rolling Stone” In B

Why Hendrix Played “Like A Rolling Stone” In B


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    May 21st, 2025

    In this lesson, we examine Jimi Hendrix's decision to cover "Like a Rolling Stone" in the key of B instead of Bb. This choice allows him to use the open G string when embellishing the IV chord, which he plays as an E form at the first fret.

    Tags

    Key:B
    Tuning:E-Flat
    Topics: Blues Chords
    Difficulties: Intermediate
    Artist: Hendrix
    Songs: Like A Rolling Stone

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