To me, the song is a metaphore. To be "crazy on a ship of fools" is like saying "the blind leading the blind". He is aware of the insanity around him and also aknowleding he is a part of it.
Greetings from Canada. 'Now and Zen' was his 4th album (1988) after going solo; 1st was Pictures at Eleven' (1982), 2nd was 'The Principle of Moments' (1983), the 3rd 'Shaken 'n' Stirred' (1985). Peace, love and bellbottoms.
Robert Plant really proved himself, in his post-LZ work, as a vocalist and not just a “rock screamer” as some critics had been wont to dismiss his LZ work. His Grammy-winning duet album with Alison Krauss, produced by TBone Burnett, is a revelation from the both of the vocalists. In interviews he talked about having to learn to sing in a more straightforward manner, without the embellishments he was used to employing-ie, there’s not much scooping used in the style of music they were singing. Scooping is all over rock’s blues-based vocals. His interview where he described first talking to Alison on the phone is a hoot-he said that because she was talking so low, he thought she’d gotten hold of some long-lost Quaaludes lol-the straight as a plumb line Alison Krauss! He said that he’d heard that tone before from his former wife Maureen when she’d had a few ‘ludes. Alison was simply trying not to awaken her baby, and she’s soft-spoken anyway. PS-if she ever did get hold of some, I’d be her new best friend lol, it’s a stinking shame that they were banned. I haven’t indulged in chemical recreation in decades, but I’d take one more shot at glory for those!
This song is so crisp and clear sounding. Robert’s voice is incredible as usual yet intended to be softer for this track. The instruments are purely genius and are perfect. The guitar has a harp guitar sound to it that I find the sound very striking and beautiful. Liked your reactions to it and agree everyone likes to hear Robert belt out a wailing verse, but this song is great as is.
My wife and I attended a Robert Plant concert in the Hard Rock casino in Biloxi Mississippi where he toured supporting his 2005 Mighty Rearranger album. It was a small venue and as I was standing still in the aisle while people were bouncing all around he looked right at me and we had a very brief connection, that Yes! This Is COOL! I saw Led Zeppelin in 1979 in a much larger arena, but this was special!
I’ve been listening to his solo work quite a bit lately, didn’t really care for it much when it was released in the 80. But I really enjoy it now that I’m older ✌️
If I may; here in the States, we have a saying 'we're all in the same boat', meaning we're all facing the same challenges. Then there's 'a girl in every port', alluding to the wayward sailor who never stays put with one woman. Now, Robert sings 'turn this boat around, back to my loving ground'. I get from that that he's done with the running, or sailing, around with the rest of the fools, and wants to get back to the solid ground of a real relationship.
I just missed the Led Zep train touring, but I did get to see Robert Plant @Jones Beach in Long Island N.Y. back in the day. Alannah Myles opened for him. Walt 🗽🗽🎼🎼
I saw him at Red Rocks when this came out, the first tour he did with Led Zeppelin songs. One of the best. I'll never forget the Misty Mountain Hop at that show.
this one, and several other plant songs from this era, were done in a slow-jazz style. slow jazz was becoming popular at that time. there were even radio stations that played it as their whole format in the late 80's/ early 90's.
I’m putting this here because I hope you read it . Even though it’s about a different reaction . ‘I’m not a metal head or a prog fan , and so avoided tool , and reactions to it , but boy for the last two weeks I have been opened up and am speechless. Metaphorically. In one reaction you said you had to be Shakespeare to describe Tools music . That set me to thinking that Tool is akin to Shakespeare , we can all write and we use the same words that Shakespeare uses but cannot approach his genius . All my life I have listened to, moved to and been moved by music . Great artists all sharing the 7 notes to express themselves . But they do not approach what I’m discovering with tool . Their music surrounds me , holds me , yet I’m flying floating swimming drowning dying and being born all at the same time . And everywhere I move there is a lyric, note , or beat that matches my feelings , thoughts and movements . ‘ So a big thanks to you both , and all the reactors who have shared their immediate responses to new music . ❤❤❤
Some of Robert's solo work could easily be Zeppelin i.e tracks like 'Slow Dancer' and 'Calling to You'. But he's always explored different styles as if he'd 'been there & done the stadium rock thing' and was keen to explore new ground. A true original solo artist who has surrounded himself with so many different musicians from all over the world. There'll never be another performer like him. And still a nice humble guy.
ANdrei, Dominika all othere reviewer couples could learn a lot from watching you. You always appear to be deep into the music and your facial expressions, especially the eyes tell me you give the tunes/songs your undivided attention and feelings whether good or bad. The body sways, smiles, ! With this song I was with you in that it is underwhelming and never fullfills its potential. Thank You !
I remember when this came out. The quality of the recording on this album is great. It was the first DDD CD that I remember getting. Recorded and mixed digitally.
Ah , one of my favorites from his mid- solo career. A beautiful piece of songwriting, imo. And, like most of his writing, it has a biographical bent. Great choice!
My absolute favorite Plant solo tune! I love the clave in the background. Hopefully you weren't disappointed when he didn't go off 😅😅😅 Big Log is another great tune of his.
You have to separate out your expectations of his voice in Zeppelin from his solo career. He didn’t wish to be always expected to do his “oh, baby baby’s” when he went solo. He reinvented himself. He has a beautiful voice, and it shines in this song. He DID reclaim his rock persona to a degree with his album Manic Nirvana in 1990 and Fate of Nations on 1993, bringing back Zeppelin songs into his live sets…..culminating with his reuniting with Jimmy Page in 1994 to rework Zeppelin songs for their Unledded project. But in the early to mid 80’s, Plant deliberately went about distancing g himself from the Rock God persona of Zeppelin. In my opinion, this is one of the most beautiful examples of that period in his career. Big Log is another
I know it may be a crazy statement but when you look at the several albums by just Robert alone....there is simply no doubt that only for Bonzo's death, Zepp would've gone on and on and on........................
So what you may not know is that Roberts voice through the years changed quite a bit, he lost his range and his ability to do those early Zeppelin screaming wails. Around 1973 is when it became noticeable that his range was diminished, and his voice was quite rough. He had vocal chord surgery around that time as well. So all those years later, after Zep, he still had that wonderful characteristic Robert Plant voice as far as his tone but his solo work you’re not going to hear Whole Lotta love screams that make your hair stand on end! Plus, he matured with his music, he would still rock out occasionally, but he was attempting to move forward and distance himself a bit Zeppelin.
Get back to zep please. Here's some artist to check out when your ready. Humble pie, foghat, rory gallagher, grand funk, derek trucks, Michael Bloomfield, alvin Lee, santana, crazy horse, otis rush, Albert King. Srv, fabulous thunderbird, blue oyster cult live, Johnny winter, edgar winter, the outlaws, dead, allman brothers....❤❤❤❤❤
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To me, the song is a metaphore. To be "crazy on a ship of fools" is like saying "the blind leading the blind". He is aware of the insanity around him and also aknowleding he is a part of it.
BIG LOG!!!!
I think my favourite RP song is 'Big Log', something about it draws me in.
I second that...
@@jimfreeman2640me 3
Mine too.
Ship of fools by world party is another great song 🎵
Can't go wrong with any era of solo Plant. Ty for reaction! Now n Zen is an absolutely awesome album, as are all.
with mr Phil Collins on drums!
Now and Zen my only RP album but I love this song. Nice blend of something’s,lol
Greetings from Canada. 'Now and Zen' was his 4th album (1988) after going solo; 1st was Pictures at Eleven' (1982), 2nd was 'The Principle of Moments' (1983), the 3rd 'Shaken 'n' Stirred' (1985). Peace, love and bellbottoms.
Robert Plant really proved himself, in his post-LZ work, as a vocalist and not just a “rock screamer” as some critics had been wont to dismiss his LZ work.
His Grammy-winning duet album with Alison Krauss, produced by TBone Burnett, is a revelation from the both of the vocalists.
In interviews he talked about having to learn to sing in a more straightforward manner, without the embellishments he was used to employing-ie, there’s not much scooping used in the style of music they were singing. Scooping is all over rock’s blues-based vocals.
His interview where he described first talking to Alison on the phone is a hoot-he said that because she was talking so low, he thought she’d gotten hold of some long-lost Quaaludes lol-the straight as a plumb line Alison Krauss! He said that he’d heard that tone before from his former wife Maureen when she’d had a few ‘ludes.
Alison was simply trying not to awaken her baby, and she’s soft-spoken anyway.
PS-if she ever did get hold of some, I’d be her new best friend lol, it’s a stinking shame that they were banned. I haven’t indulged in chemical recreation in decades, but I’d take one more shot at glory for those!
In the mood is my favorite Robert Plant song
Fantastic, uplifting, catchy as hell! What a cool song! And Plant's voice is delicious, of course!
Robert Plant ~ Sea Of Love, Big Log, In The Mood, Heaven Knows, Little By Little, Tall Cool One, 29 Palms, Like I Never Been Gone....!
This song is so crisp and clear sounding. Robert’s voice is incredible as usual yet intended to be softer for this track. The instruments are purely genius and are perfect. The guitar has a harp guitar sound to it that I find the sound very striking and beautiful. Liked your reactions to it and agree everyone likes to hear Robert belt out a wailing verse, but this song is great as is.
I like that you're listening to Robert Plant's solo material....keep going
His duet with Allison Krause
"Gone Gone Gone"
is worth checking out as well ✌️☺️
Turn this boat around back to my loving ground go figure😮😮😂😂😂😂
At least it’s not “all the boys want my milkshake” or whatever that was lol.
My wife and I attended a Robert Plant concert in the Hard Rock casino in Biloxi Mississippi where he toured supporting his 2005 Mighty Rearranger album. It was a small venue and as I was standing still in the aisle while people were bouncing all around he looked right at me and we had a very brief connection, that Yes! This Is COOL! I saw Led Zeppelin in 1979 in a much larger arena, but this was special!
I’ve been listening to his solo work quite a bit lately, didn’t really care for it much when it was released in the 80. But I really enjoy it now that I’m older ✌️
Interesting how that works, eh?!😁👍
My favourite Plant song
Big Log 👍🎸
If I may; here in the States, we have a saying 'we're all in the same boat', meaning we're all facing the same challenges. Then there's 'a girl in every port', alluding to the wayward sailor who never stays put with one woman. Now, Robert sings 'turn this boat around, back to my loving ground'. I get from that that he's done with the running, or sailing, around with the rest of the fools, and wants to get back to the solid ground of a real relationship.
In my opinion, you win the internet today! That is the most beautiful description I've read, and it's almost like I could have said it!!
@@MissAstorDancer Thank you.
I just missed the Led Zep train touring, but I did get to see Robert Plant @Jones Beach in Long Island N.Y. back in the day.
Alannah Myles opened for him. Walt 🗽🗽🎼🎼
Great song from an excellent album!❤❤❤
Another great song from Robert Plant 😊
The guitar work here is amazing. It’s all so complex. Could be my fav Plant song.
I remember this concert well, on this song the drummer had his sticks miced up to create the water dripping affect, GR8 performance 😅😊
I saw him at Red Rocks when this came out, the first tour he did with Led Zeppelin songs. One of the best. I'll never forget the Misty Mountain Hop at that show.
this one, and several other plant songs from this era, were done in a slow-jazz style. slow jazz was becoming popular at that time. there were even radio stations that played it as their whole format in the late 80's/ early 90's.
I like it when Robert and Alison Krause sing together.
I’m putting this here because I hope you read it . Even though it’s about a different reaction .
‘I’m not a metal head or a prog fan , and so avoided tool , and reactions to it , but boy for the last two weeks I have been opened up and am speechless. Metaphorically.
In one reaction you said you had to be Shakespeare to describe Tools music . That set me to thinking that Tool is akin to Shakespeare , we can all write and we use the same words that Shakespeare uses but cannot approach his genius .
All my life I have listened to, moved to and been moved by music . Great artists all sharing the 7 notes to express themselves . But they do not approach what I’m discovering with tool . Their music surrounds me , holds me , yet I’m flying floating swimming drowning dying and being born all at the same time . And everywhere I move there is a lyric, note , or beat that matches my feelings , thoughts and movements . ‘
So a big thanks to you both , and all the reactors who have shared their immediate responses to new music . ❤❤❤
Some of Robert's solo work could easily be Zeppelin i.e tracks like 'Slow Dancer' and 'Calling to You'. But he's always explored different styles as if he'd 'been there & done the stadium rock thing' and was keen to explore new ground. A true original solo artist who has surrounded himself with so many different musicians from all over the world. There'll never be another performer like him. And still a nice humble guy.
awesome album!
If you wanna hear Robert do a solo song that sounds like Zep do Slow Dancer from pictures at eleven
ANdrei, Dominika all othere reviewer couples could learn a lot from watching you. You always appear to be deep into the music and your facial expressions, especially the eyes tell me you give the tunes/songs your undivided attention and feelings whether good or bad. The body sways, smiles, ! With this song I was with you in that it is underwhelming and never fullfills its potential. Thank You !
This treasure was featured on one of my better mixtapes. It may be my favorite of Robert. Great share y'all. Peace and love.
Smooth Groovy🎉
I remember when this came out. The quality of the recording on this album is great. It was the first DDD CD that I remember getting. Recorded and mixed digitally.
My favorite Robert Plant solo song is "29 Palms"--a great tune!
❤❤❤Robert ❤❤❤
Good song. Had the album way back in the day.
Our oldest son liked TOO LOUD, from "Shakin and Stirred" he'd bang off the apartment walls dancing ❤
Live video of this is great❤❤❤❤
Ah , one of my favorites from his mid- solo career. A beautiful piece of songwriting, imo. And, like most of his writing, it has a biographical bent. Great choice!
Thank you, your reaction cheered me up!
Official video for this song is CLASSY.
Like any great artist, great skills carry on. His solo work was great exploring new sounds. Those first five albums are gems.
My absolute favorite Plant solo tune! I love the clave in the background. Hopefully you weren't disappointed when he didn't go off 😅😅😅 Big Log is another great tune of his.
You have to separate out your expectations of his voice in Zeppelin from his solo career. He didn’t wish to be always expected to do his “oh, baby baby’s” when he went solo. He reinvented himself. He has a beautiful voice, and it shines in this song. He DID reclaim his rock persona to a degree with his album Manic Nirvana in 1990 and Fate of Nations on 1993, bringing back Zeppelin songs into his live sets…..culminating with his reuniting with Jimmy Page in 1994 to rework Zeppelin songs for their Unledded project.
But in the early to mid 80’s, Plant deliberately went about distancing g himself from the Rock God persona of Zeppelin. In my opinion, this is one of the most beautiful examples of that period in his career. Big Log is another
There are some pretty good songs on this album
“He put all the fools on a ship and sent them away” 😂 I love you guys!
Ah….but he’s one of the fools. And he made the ship. Lyrics are so poignant
The Lemon Song
Ronnie James DIO ~ "All The Fools Sailed Away"
You would like his If I Were A Carpenter.
If you liked that you might want to try his cover version of Darkness, Darkness.
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I know it may be a crazy statement but when you look at the several albums by just Robert alone....there is simply no doubt that only for Bonzo's death, Zepp would've gone on and on and on........................
Do robert plant live 1993 song calling to you.Thanks Randall
So what you may not know is that Roberts voice through the years changed quite a bit, he lost his range and his ability to do those early Zeppelin screaming wails. Around 1973 is when it became noticeable that his range was diminished, and his voice was quite rough. He had vocal chord surgery around that time as well. So all those years later, after Zep, he still had that wonderful characteristic Robert Plant voice as far as his tone but his solo work you’re not going to hear Whole Lotta love screams that make your hair stand on end! Plus, he matured with his music, he would still rock out occasionally, but he was attempting to move forward and distance himself a bit Zeppelin.
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Get back to zep please. Here's some artist to check out when your ready. Humble pie, foghat, rory gallagher, grand funk, derek trucks, Michael Bloomfield, alvin Lee, santana, crazy horse, otis rush, Albert King. Srv, fabulous thunderbird, blue oyster cult live, Johnny winter, edgar winter, the outlaws, dead, allman brothers....❤❤❤❤❤
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As much as I love Robert, this is not one of my favorites.