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Just so you know, "backdoor man" is an idiom in blues music that describes infidelity, i.e. when the husband leaves the house through the front door, the other man sneaks in through the back door to be with the cheating wife.
Yeah I'm convinced that this was a double entendre from the start..It doesn't take too much to find out about their shenanigans back in the day..These boys were wild AF..@@estoy1001
British ex soldier here, much respect for your channel and the good work you do. I suffer from PTSD and music like this helps me keep it together, keep up the good work.
PTSD here too since 1990. The music never stopped. It was there for me before I was reintroduced to the world at age 19 and the song has remained the same after that trauma. One thing that never changed inside me was the love for great music. 😊❤
The 'triangle' sound is John Bonham hitting his drum cymbal. Really the whole song is about sex rather than love. The word 'love' here is a euphemism. A 'backdoor man' is a man who arrives at and leaves by the backdoor of his mistress to avoid being seen by the husband or neighbours. This song contains traditional blues themes rather than being the personal views of the band.
On the contrary as for the back door man and LZ. If you look at the titles of albums "In Through The Out Door" suggests what most people first think about the Back Door!
@@OddBall1958 On the other hand there's the "Open my front door, hear my back door slam" line from the song Since I Been Loving You. But hey, there's gonna be a lot of kids in Oklahoma soon thinking adulting is against the Ten Commandments, so, you know, interpretation.
@OddBall1958: I’m curious if you’ve ever heard or seen quoted any member of LZ confirm your takes on the two phrases you mentioned. I doubt it. @heliotropezzz333 is definitely correct with his description of what is meant by “Backdoor man”-the surreptitious exiting of a cheating wife’s lover. As for “In Through the Out Door,” this is the explanation available on Wikipedia: The album was named by the group to describe its struggles after the death of Robert Plant's son Karac in 1977,[5] and the taxation exile the band took from the UK. The exile resulted in the band being unable to tour on British soil for more than two years, and trying to get back into the public mind was therefore like "trying to get in through the 'out' door."
I disagree on 1 point ... it's a Me-phemism not a Euphemism ... because it's about the singer's needs, not the recipient's needs, even though he says "Woman, you need-eh, LOVE !!!", he really means he wants to give it to her. 🤣😂🤣😂🤣
@@StevesFunhouse Oh yes, very witty and perceptive, though I hope you know what a euphemism really means, a word or phrase used to replace another that might make people feel uncomfortable. Another example is 'passed on' instead of 'died'.
As someone who spent three decades deeply immersed in music, sometimes I wish I was in your shoes. Hearing so many fantastic sounds for the first time? Priceless! BTW, "backdoor man" has traditionally meant a side piece, an illicit lover who enters and exits through the backdoor of your house to avoid being seen.
It's how we sounded back then....musically, and rawness. We have evolved and grown, but the historical context has value. This mix of blues and heavy rock blew our minds.....Welcome to our world.
Amanda, welcome to the the enlightened group who now know Led Zeppelin, the greatest rock band of all time. They are a rabbit hole you really need to explore, you will not be disappointed.
Led Zeppelin had a wide array of music that ran the gamut from rock, blues, funk, reggae, folk, and even country. One of their songs is not representative of the catalogue, but no matter what genre of music they explore, they (almost) always sound like Led Zeppelin. For a complete 180, check out their song The Battle of Evermore.
**Best Band EVER!!!** to me They are the MOST precious **Gift** to this planet They always out me in a **Trance** like an out of body experience which is a bit different than how you felt of being in a **FeverDream** but ha i did **Luv** that phrase to describe how it made YOU feel **Fantastical Reaction** to **MyBelovedOtherWorldlyGeniusLedZeppelin** very Awesome **Thank YOU**
I am 68, to hear you say you were separated from music makes me kind of sad, I am a music lover, it is the energy of my soul, happy you found it, the joy it will bring you. I have been listening to this for 50 years and it will never get old, which is something I wish we all could say.
You really need to see them LIVE!! Nothing like them! I was a teen in the 70s...best time of my life!! Greatest bands...this one being the best...best cars etc!!
Hardcore Led Zeppelin fan here, I suggest reacting to the studio versions of each song that you react to, since it will be your first time hearing them. A lot of fans will tell you to listen to live versions but LZ played their songs differently every time they performed live so literally every performance is just not the same as the album versions but the live ones are still magical in their own way. I recommend checking out - Over The Hills And Far Away, Since I've Been Loving You, Dazed And Confused, Babe I'm Gonna Leave You, Heartbreaker, Bring It On Home, Kashmir
I worked to help people in the community for 30 yrs. My tips. Do exercise, (walking is no prep)) Adopt a regime Get a hobby and do it. Listen to more Led Zeppelin. Get out of the house. Phone people, mix. Write it down so its staring at you . Love from the wet Pennine hills. Mike.
When i was struggling against depression, i put on Paint It Black by the Rolling Stones in the car and i found myself singing at the top of voice on the motorway - it felt like the the first time i had genuinely smiled for ages 👍
That sound you heard that sounds like a racecar speeding by is Jimmy Page that's the guitarist he's using a slide on his guitar strings! And that's not a triangle you hear that's John Bonham who's the drummer playing on the bell part of his ride cymbals
Amanda, I'm diggin the "rock on" facial expressions and head/neck movement. You are a bad ass and I am so grateful that I found your channel and being a part of the family and patreon. I am beyond grateful that you have saved my life! Love you lady!
This is the music that I grew up with and that I still listen to. I can be from that generation but still be accepting of many of the more modern sensibilities' of today.
For a person who has been through some legit, deep darkness... It's beyond beautiful to see you smile and rock out to a great song. You have life in your eyes, you have meaning in your words now You beat your problem I'm a male, just so you know 👊👊 Fist bump sister, you made it through it ♥️
Thanks for doing this reaction. I was surprised to see you reacting to a Led Zeppelin song. You brought up some interesting way of looking at some of the lyrics that I had not considered. Thank you.
Want to have your mind blown, watch the live version from the Albert Hall in 1971 (its on youtube). FYI - The instrumental piece in the middle of the song is the band trying to sound like an orgasm feels.
This album came out when I was in 9th grade and I played the vinyl ‘til the grooves wore out (at full volume). Led Zeppelin and Catcher In The Rye got me through high school and I still love this band.
Led Zeppelin's music still gets me "whole lotta love"❤😏! I am 48 young man😊 from Serbia 🇷🇸, and i love your reaction!💓💓💓 If you didn't hear "Stairway To Heaven", that is, in my opinion, the best rock ballad in history!
I don’t always think this is the best introductory song, though it is a great song. They do many genres of music. I think a great introductory song is You Shook Me, there’s 3 solos keyboard harmonica & guitar, & amazing drums & vocals. Robert Plant lead singer & harmonica* Jimmy Page lead guitar band founder producer mixer etc.* John Paul Jones bass guitar keyboard mandolin etc.* John Bonham on drums. Every song the do is amazing, studio & lives, I hope you checkout much more Led Zeppelin. Thanks for your reaction.
are these guys really good? no- they are the best of the best! These four geniuses - each of them is a genius in their field! and all together they are the best band...... of all time! the best band ever!!! and think: it's 1973
Thank you for sharing this with us. The whrrrr sound is made by scraping the guitar pick along a coiled string and adding special effects like echo, reverb, and distortion. I'm 71 and grew up in the 50's, 60's, and was in college in the early 70's. It was a time of peace, love, and the greatest variety of music, but it was also a time of violence, war, and hatred. There was folk music such as Peter, Paul, and Mary; Bob Dylan, and Arlo Guthrie. There was the Moody Blues who were the first to combine orchestral music with Rock and Roll. We also had the Beatles, the Stones, the Animals, and the Doors. The Seekers might get overlooked as well as the Troggs with Wild Thing. Enjoy the journey.
Never knew Led Zeppelin could be so deep! David Draiman of Disturbed covered this song and he was so freakin amazing at it. Especially when he did it with Lizzie Hale of Halestorm. Thank you for these videos that you post as they inspire me to keep fighting every day
The triangle sounding sound you're hearing is when John Bohnam is hitting the "bell" of his ride cymbal. When you look at cymbals on a drumset, in the center of each cymbal, you see how there's a slightly raised up part in the middle? That's the bell.
The "triangle" sound is a ride cymbal when hit towards the centre (or if you're using a heavy ride you can also do it at the edge) . The other sound you kept asking about is just the guitar, hence why they kept showing Jimmy every time that happened.
I’m in my 60s now. I grew up with this band and I was a back door man. It doesn’t mean necessarily that you’re doing the back door of a woman just means when daddy goes to work come in the back door to service his wife, but if she wants, the back door service and you help her out so not what you think it’s just about sex. I mean this is a 70s girl it was free a whole lot of it and a whole lot of sex since the song title whole Lotta love baby.
The drive of this sound makes me feel the visceral sensations of a large male lion stalking along. I think the quadraped walking rhythm is primal and hard wired in mammals.
That sound may be a cello bow being dragged across guitar strings. That's what I see in the video. Backdoor man meant side guy back then. Thanks for being there for us lonely old people.
Jimmy Page on guitar are usually the Led Zeppelin sounds effects. Page was a London session guitar player on various early to mid 60s hits of different genres (even on the theme song for 007’s Goldfinger [1964] with Shirley Bassey and the John Barry Orchestra) before committing to rock in the latter Yardbirds and then what became Led Zeppelin. Read where he said his session guitarist days were invaluable for his latter career in rock and all that experimentation you can see happen with latter rock guitarists as well. Of course the rest of the band weren’t slouches either…
The guitar player for Pink Floyd is David Gilmour. The song ComfortablyNumb is from the 70s. Now fast forward to 2016, David is 70 in this live video and many say this is his masterpiece. Please enjoy, David Gilmour Comfortably Numb live at Pompei 2016. Amazing.....
There is a genre known as Progressive Rock. One of the foremost practitioners of that style is the band Yes. Roundabout from the album Fragile in 1971 is a good place to start. A real eye opener and theirs is some of the most positive music I ever encountered. The Deluxe Edition sounds great
That sound effect is Jimmy's guitar, most likely, muted with the board, but could be done in concert by "swelling" the sound. By striking the strings at higher volume, then quickly diffusing the volume knob, you can make the sound cut off.
The "sex break" in the song is a Led Zeppelin trademark. Lots of abstract sound with violin bows on the guitar, a theremin, or guitar foot pedals adding echo, delay, and reverb, as well as triangle, gong, congos, bongos, and chimes, the musical vocabulary in this band is extensive.
Love your reactions. Keep up the good work. And also, keep in mind that the music, for the most part, is a product of the time. Just ten years or so before this song was released, popular music was bubble gum and sock hops. And ten years after, disco was settling in. Ten years later, it was grunge. Good songs, though, will always rise above, and we hear them through modern ears and sometimes, limited filters.
Lucky for you and us you get to experience this music now. It is all out there. 50 years ago when I was in my youth I was care free and let this music just roll. Enjoy now. We will re experience it while you discover
So much more talent than today. Four guys spent a few weeks in an off grid cottage in Wales and produce something like their fourth album. Compare that to today with teams of producers and writers in exotic locations and still can’t hold a light to that.
LMAO...Honey, I hope your humor is intentional and ironic....Hahahahaaa... LOVE the Easter Pastel colors... You would have 'Loved' the Zeppelin after parties... You would have been a BIG hit....Meow!!!!
I was waiting for your reaction to "back door, man." Your mind went to the gutter!! I laughed when you giggled. Led Zeppelin has a lot of sexual innuendos in their songs. Keep up the great work, Amanda.
Great reaction, Amanda! Zeppelin is a very influential band on the music that came after. I enjoyed their sound when they first appeared and still enjoy it today. Robert Plant is still performing and currently on tour wth Alison Krauss.
If you're on a mental health journey (as I am...bipolar with a few suicide attempts under my belt), I can't emphasize the importance of music enough to bring you joyful respite from despair. It's actually a strategy of my existence to crank up music I love, and dance (badly) all around my house. As to Led Zeppelin, you won't find a more talented and unique rock and roll group. I grew up listening to them, and can say that I love every song they've ever recorded.
Upon returning from the Congo in 66, my older by 4 yrs twin bros were culture-shocked by the USA to which we returned. Parents were missionaries and pharmacist. 1st bro became hippy, drug addict at 14 and od' at 16. 2nd bro, his twin, held on 9 yrs and hung himself outside my bedroom after I had told him how a friend of his did it. Bathrobe belt. Bill did it exactly same about 8 hrs later. Much guilt on me. During 1st bro's battle w drugs, peedough nxt door neighbor treated me crimes against nature. Sx abused 3rd grade... I'm 62 now and suffered severe PTSD for 4 decades which morphed into cPTSD within the last 7 yrs. Got my Dr. in RX, yet 9 yrs ago at 53 I had bilateral retina failure and lost my career and was forced into retirement. Life altering. (cPTSD denotes a continuum of traumas from an early age; cascade of maturation was disrupted. ALL of my friends either od'd or suicided, one car wreck..7 dudes...i was held up 3x w guns and knife(credible life threats) and these are just the high points, so to speak. I lived in a black hole of despair, anguish, unrelenting anx, prayed for death, agoraphobia, self-loathing, self-isolation, directed w malice the shunning of all loved ones. 2 yrs ago, June 3, 2022, I was healed in this chair in which I sit right now. Jesus spoke to me, I have been a Christian since 10 by knowledge and confession at 16. He said 'John, give it all to me. I want it. You have held on to the sx abuse as an excuse for your aberrant behaviors. You've given it to me 100x, but let the abuse go " (Started drinking at 12, drugs at 15...and became a pharmacist lol. Tripped 200x and done drugs you've never heard of. Smoked pot from 13 til 58..gave me mild centri-lobar emphysema ...it was my coping mech. I told Him , "ok." No fireworks, no rainbiws, no butterflies. Next a.m., I went outside and actually made it off my porch, astonished, I looked up and the world was in color! I weighed nothing anymore! I used to spontaneously cry...even in Walmart...I cried at that moment tears of pure joy. It. Was . All .Gone. No meds, no alcohol, no THC, no anxiety, no nightmares, no flashbacks.. Zero symptoms for 2 yrs 1 month and 5 days. I. Am. Alive. I had no idea people lived like this!!! Joy indescribable. I did nothing...except trust and had faith in Jesus Christ. Strength through weakness. The Truth WILL set one free. Read Psalm 40:1-5...that's me. Start with the Book of John. Trust me. Pray for wisdom and discernment and approach w an open heart and mind. Praying for you. 😊 John (Dr's always poo pooed me off. Tried meds. Nada. Dr's know little, believe me, esp psych docs. They are problem-riddwn on the average.) The Great Physician healed me.
I was raised Christian, have read the Bible cover to cover and have prayed as devotely as I could many many times. My lack of faith isn't rebellion; it's based on my life experiences and logic. However, I am so happy that you found something that brings you comfort and allowed you to heal, even if it's different than my own path
Not a triangle, he's hitting the inner 'dome' of one of the cymbals, which gives it that 'clank' sound (instead of the usual 'crash' sound when you hit a cymbal on the edge, which is how a cymbal is usually played).
If Robert Plant is saying shake for me, girl, before he says I wanna be your back door man you should know he’s talking about. Howlin Wolf had something else in mind.
Great intro to one of the hard and heavy rock fathers. Love your fresh and honest reaction. Jimmy Page was an new sounds creator with his guitars. In this case he used an a violin arch. Check any song from his best live performance i Madison Square Garden and enjoy all of LED ZEP hits it's gonna blow your mind.and see how great talented musicians they are. Stairway to Heaven , Whole lotta love. Since i've been loving your ( first concert day with images from the audience ). Black Dog. Rock ' n Roll. Ocean. etc ... Keep on rocking beauty ❤ Greetings from Barcelona. Excuse my english
Miss Amanda, I Really Loved your Reaction & So Glad you Enjoyed It.🫶🤗You are an Old Soul like me.☮😎✌The Song is Pure-Sex & Bluesy-Rock!"😁👌The song's guitar riff by Jimmy Page was voted the greatest of all tlime by listeners of BBC Radio 2 in a 2014 poll. I will give you the Backstory & History of the Song: The Racy Lyrics were Culled-Directly from the Blues, in particular from Willie Dixon's "You Need Love," recorded by Muddy Waters in 1962; originally uncredited to Dixon, a lawsuit in 1985 was settled with a Led Zepplin payment directly to Dixon and credit on subsequent releases. The songwriting credits on this track have been convoluted over the years. The four band members were listed as the writers on the original recording, and later, Willie Dixon was added as part of his settlement. But the ASCAP record shows this, which is often reprinted: John Bonham, John Paul Jones, Pete Moore, Jimmy Page, & Sharon Plant. Well it's not poetry per se, but he gets his point across quite effectively, Letting the girl know that he's Yearning, and "Ready to Give Her All of His Love"- *Every Inch His Love!*😁Robert Plant got a lot less swarthy and much more spiritual when he became a solo artist, but there is a big exception: His 1990 song "Big Love" is filled with the same kind of audacious phallic innuendo as "Whole Lotta Love." The Line, "Shake for me Girl, I Wanna be your Back Door Man" is an Obvious reference to the "Back Door Man" of a common Blues Cliché & Trope (Again, Popularized in a Willie Dixon song). This guy enters and leaves through the back door to avoid detection, as the lady is using him to cheat on her boyfriend or husband. (This Adds an "illicit sexy edge" to the Storyline.) There are so Many Similarities to Bluesman Muddy Water's 'You Need Love' too...The [Outro] Lyrics of "Way down inside" Woman by Robert Plant also references wayback to Marie Dixon, Bluesman Willie Dixon's wife who "Always Insisted that the song's is specially about Her." One of the more intriguing sections of this song comes at the 4-minute mark, where the distant voice of Robert Plant sings each line ("Way down inside... Woman... You Need... Love") before his full-throated vocal comes in. This is known as "Backward Echo," and one of the first uses of the technique, but it really Happened by Accident, just one of Life's "Happy little Accidents."😊 Led Zeppelin used this as the basis for a medley they performed in their later shows. They had lots of songs by then, so they used the medley to play snippets of their popular songs they did not want to play all the way through. They incorporated various blues songs in these medleys as well, notably "Boogie Chillen" by John Lee Hooker, which was often followed by what they called "Boogie Woogie, by Unknown," and "Let's Have A Party" by Wanda Jackson. They would put this in when Robert Plant would yell, "Way Down INSIDE!" A Different take of Plant's vocal bled-over to his master vocal track, so when Page and engineer Eddie Kramer originally mixed the song, they couldn't get rid of it. So They did what most creative professionals do with a Mistake: "they accentuated it to make it sound intentional, adding reverb to it so Plant sounded like he was foreshadowing his lines from afar." So Plant's Lyrics are in Fact based on a 1962 Muddy Waters song written by Willie Dixon called "You Need Love," where Waters sings: I ain't foolin', you need schoolin' Baby, you know you need coolin' Woman, way down inside (Led Zepplin reached an agreement with Willie Dixon, who used the settlement money to set up a program providing instruments for schools.) The 1966 Small Faces song "You Need Loving" also coped from Dixon's song, and those lyrics are more similar to what Plant used. In that one, Steve Marriott sings: I ain't foolin', woman you need coolin' I'm gonna send you, right back to schoolin' Way down inside your heart, woman You need lovin'
Yes this is as straightforward lyric as it gets. It has almost nothing to do with love or relationships, but it does describe the "ups and downs" of passions
Hey I just started watching your videos and I like your take on depression and your reaction videos, what you do for people's mental health is important and I appreciate you. You should listen to one more light by linkin Park if you get a chance it was one of Chester Benningtons last recordings before he took his life and you can tell by the lyrics and the way he sings. Thank you
Consider LZ's most famous song, "Stairway to Heaven." I especially like the live version from Madison Square Garden, 1973. Also, for a performance that'll make you smile and bounce try Dire Straits, "Sultans of Swing," Alchemy Live.
The 60s and 70s were a great time for music, but I was only 5 when this came out so missed out on a lot! It was the late 70s by the time I was a teenager and really into current music. My favourite musical era remains the "long 70s", the 15 years from 1968 to 1982. This is clearly a song about sex rather than love, but that doesn't mean you can't use it for inspiration around love! Led Zep were among the 'proto-X' bands who were pioneering new genres of rock music in the late 60s, like Black Sabbath and King Crimson. I have a bit of trouble listening to them now because of things I've learned about Jimmy Page, but there's no denying they are phenomenal musicians. I've seen Robert Plant live a few times, always entertaining. I was involved in a traumatic incident just before New Year which means 2024 has been hard (I'd already been diagnosed with depression before it happened, but it definitely didn't help). However, since giving my evidence in court last month, my mood has been lifting. I have been crying loads, to all sorts of music - and it's definitely "good crying", getting things out of my system. I am almost the opposite to you when it comes to music, for decades I thought almost all modern music was rubbish compared to my era; but now I keep discovering bands I love that didn't exist back then - Nightwish, The Warning, VoicePlay, Home Free, Blackbriar, to name a few. We can both continue our musical journeys and keep on growing! All the best.
I am so happy that you have had the space to be able to process some of the trauma and move forward and I'm glad music has been there to help you along.
the sound that intrigued you was Jimmy Page (guitar player) sliding a cello bow across his guitar strings. BTW...back door man is exactly what you thought.
Led Zeppelin “Jimmy Page “Jimmy Page’s guitar playing truly came to life during his electrifying live performances. He was known for his improvisational skills, captivating audiences with his technical prowess and emotional delivery. His stage presence combined with his intricate guitar work made for unforgettable experiences. The energy and intensity he brought to the stage remain unmatched to this day. The influence and legacy of Jimmy Page cannot be overstated. His style and techniques have been emulated by countless musicians and his impact on the development of rock music is immeasurable. Even today many guitarists strive to capture the essence of his playing and incorporate his techniques into their own. Jimmy Page’s legacy as the greatest guitarist of all time rests on his unparalleled musical versatility, remarkable songwriting and arrangement skills, innovative techniques, captivating live performances and enduring influence on the world of music. His contributions to rock guitar playing have left an indelible mark on the genre, making him a true icon and inspiration for generations of musicians to come.” Robert Plant “In the pantheon of Rock and Roll greats one name stands tall; a beacon of raw energy, unparalleled showmanship and vocal prowess: Robert Plant. While debates about the greatest in any field are always fraught with subjectivity, a compelling case can be made for Plant’s ascension to this distinguished title. Here's why: -Distinctive voice and range - From the first note Robert Plant's voice is unmistakable. He possesses a unique tenor that can oscillate between gentle whispers and powerful roars in a matter of moments. Songs like ‘Stairway to Heaven’ and ‘Since I’ve been loving you’ demonstrate his ability to transition from delicate to explosive with ease. His expansive range combined with his emotional delivery allows him to convey a wide spectrum of feeling front man charisma. Part of what made Led Zeppelin such a legendary act was Plant's ability to captivate an audience. With his flowing golden locks, bare chest and magnetic stage presence, he epitomized the very essence of Rock and Roll. All this has cemented many of Zeppelin’s tracks as staples in the annals of Rock history. While the title of greatest is subjective, Robert Plant's contributions to Rock music are monumental. He is more than just a singer. He's an artist, a performer and a musical visionary. His voice has etched emotions into the souls of listeners for decades, and for many, myself included, he is without a doubt, the greatest Rock singer of all time.” John Bonham “ ‘Bonzo’, with his incredible talent and passion for drums, quickly rose to become one of the most influential drummers in history. His drumming style was characterized by its raw power, thunderous beats and extraordinary technique. He had an uncanny ability to infuse emotion and soul into his playing, making every drum fill and rhythm a work of art. But what made Bonham's drumming truly unique was his unmatched physicality behind the kit. Bonham's drumming power was a force to be reckoned with. His hard-hitting approach to the drums, coupled with his immense strength created a sound that reverberated through stadiums and left audiences in awe. One of the key aspects that set Bonham apart was his use of dynamics. He had an incredible control over his playing, seamlessly transitioning soft, delicate beats, and explosive earth-shattering drum fills. This dynamic range added a layer of depth and complexity to Led Zeppelin's music, creating a sonic experience like no other. It's worth noting that Bonham's drumming power wasn't just about playing loud and fast. He had an innate sense of groove and timing, which allowed him to lock in with his bandmates, Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, and John Paul Jones, forming the backbone of Led Zeppelin's sound. His ability to lay down solid rhythms while adding his unique flair was truly extraordinary. “John's drumming on ‘Achilles last stand’ was ferocious. It was a ferocious number, I seem to remember. It's a complicated part, it takes a lot of technique to keep going and to sound fresh.” John Paul Jones “There's a Track on presence called ‘In your life’ and also ‘Achilles last Stand ‘ that really exemplifies how he could move like a tide within a track and create so much excitement.’ “ Robert Plant Whether it was the pulsating rhythm of ‘Black dog’, or the infectious groove of ‘Kashmir”, his drumming added a dimension of depth and soul to every Led Zeppelin song. Bonham's solid rhythms provided the framework upon which the band's intricate compositions could flourish. His drumming was the heartbeat of Led Zeppelin, driving the songs forward with an undeniable energy and intensity. And while maintaining this foundation he was also known for infusing his drumming with unique and innovative elements. Bonham's ability to add his own flair and creativity to each song was truly remarkable. From his intricate drum fills to his dynamic improvisations during live performances he elevated the music to new heights. His drum solos such as the legendary ‘Moby Dick’, showcased his technical prowess and unleashed his raw power in a captivating display. Beyond his technical skill, Bonham's drumming had a primal energy that connected directly with the emotions of the listeners. His thunderous beats and primal rhythms resonated on a visceral level, igniting a fire within the hearts of fans all around the world. It was this emotional connection that, perhaps most of all, truly set him apart as a drummer and a musician. Tragically, John Bonham's life was cut short on September 25, 1980, but his impact on the world of drumming and music as a whole will forever be felt. His unmatched genius, drumming power, and contribution to Led Zeppelin's legacy, cemented his place as one of the greatest drummers and musicians in Rock history. A True legend who continues to inspire generations of musicians and music lovers alike throughout the world.” John Paul Jones “The first time I saw Led Zeppelin was in 1973. They came straight out and into Rock and Roll. ‘Bang, I hit you, right between the eyes!’ John Bonham was living up to his reputation as Rock's most powerful drummer, Jimmy Page was duck walking across the stage firing out these incendiary guitar lines, and Robert Plant, let's be honest, probably didn't require any amplification at all on that colossal voice. Stage left was John Paul Jones playing bass, slightly in the background almost like he didn't belong there. I started to focus, to zone in on his playing, and it dawned on me how huge his contribution was to this powerhouse of a band. At times he would be holding down the rhythm, seemingly locked into Bonham's snare and bass drums as well as mirroring perfectly Bonzo's drum fills. Then he would join Paige on those classic riffs, but there was variation. At various times he would really attack those strings adding a percussive part to underpin Page's guitar. Then he would play these little improvised runs, but the genius here was he chose his notes, he kept it simple, clean, and he didn't interfere with what Page or Plant were doing as a more busy a bassist might have. Jones would also play just in front of the beat, pushing the music along or a hair's breath behind that beat. A bit like Keith Richards does for the Stones. Playing behind the beat gives the music swing and a kind of primal funkiness. As the concert progressed John Paul switched to keyboards eerie electric piano for ‘No quarter’ melotron, and organ for ‘Stairway to Heaven’, and a killer organ solo on ‘Thank you’, all the while playing tourist base pedals beneath those keyboards. I left the venue that night in awe of the man.” Many experts say that John Paul Jones, as a musician, was the greatest genius of them all, and I don't mean just his bandmates. It appears to me, that the more of a musician you are, the more you appreciate his colossal talent and contribution to Rock and to music as a whole. My friend, what are the chances of something like this to ever happen again? Four absolute geniuses in the prime of their lives and energy, to meet each other, joining their colossal talents in an unparalleled bond and build, from scratch, a band like Led Zeppelin? I cannot possibly put into words the amount of joy and sheer happiness these four gentlemen have brought into my life. How can one ever repay such a thing, is a question I often ask myself… I have lived long enough to witness innumerous extremely talented musicians and bands, with impeccable technique and artistry, but Rock/Music delivered with heart and soul like Led Zeppelin I am yet to see. As a fan, I feel grateful and blessed to have come across the “Led Zeppelin experience”. To share it, I believe, is not only a duty but an obligation. Every human has the right to know Led Zeppelin, the Gods of Rock.
I think anyone who enjoys rock music can appreciate Led Zep, but I think it’s really difficult to convey the feelings it evoked when it was just hitting the airwaves. There was a lot of social unrest, much of it triggered by an unpopular war and the civil rights movement. Led and others were producing good music, but they were also challenging the status quo with clever and occasionally risqué (but not obscene) lyrics wrapped in thunder. I haven’t seen anything quite like that since then although great music is still being produced.
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Whats funny is. I saw a video of David draiman of disturbed, alongside Denis Rodman. With Metal Skool ( now Steel Panther) singing this song
There's no band like Led Zeppelin! Check out Dazed and Confused, Over the hills and far away, and kashmir if you like that.
Led Zeppelin - Dazed And Confused (Official Audio) / Led Zeppelin
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Led Zeppelin - Over the Hills and Far Away (Official Audio) / Led Zeppelin
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Kashmir (Remaster) / Led Zeppelin - Topic
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You were too busy listening to NSYNC to hear some good music. JK always love
I suggest you react to "Hurt" by Johnny Cash. It is more in line with the message you want to address with your channel.
@@alexanderwalter4595 That and the Nine Inch Nails version.
Just so you know, "backdoor man" is an idiom in blues music that describes infidelity, i.e. when the husband leaves the house through the front door, the other man sneaks in through the back door to be with the cheating wife.
Correct
Yes
It means something totally different to the last couple of generations unfortunately.
...although once he gets in the backdoor, what happens after that is up to your own preferences...
Yeah I'm convinced that this was a double entendre from the start..It doesn't take too much to find out about their shenanigans back in the day..These boys were wild AF..@@estoy1001
You're 100% correct... there isn't any music like this now. It was a glorious time to see these bands live and I'm glad I was born when I was.
Impossible to overstate how daring and unique this was for the times. Groundbreaking stuff.
British ex soldier here, much respect for your channel and the good work you do. I suffer from PTSD and music like this helps me keep it together, keep up the good work.
PTSD here too since 1990. The music never stopped. It was there for me before I was reintroduced to the world at age 19 and the song has remained the same after that trauma. One thing that never changed inside me was the love for great music. 😊❤
Thank you for your service. You make the world a better place and deserve the respect for that.
The 'triangle' sound is John Bonham hitting his drum cymbal. Really the whole song is about sex rather than love. The word 'love' here is a euphemism. A 'backdoor man' is a man who arrives at and leaves by the backdoor of his mistress to avoid being seen by the husband or neighbours. This song contains traditional blues themes rather than being the personal views of the band.
On the contrary as for the back door man and LZ. If you look at the titles of albums "In Through The Out Door" suggests what most people first think about the Back Door!
@@OddBall1958 On the other hand there's the "Open my front door, hear my back door slam" line from the song Since I Been Loving You. But hey, there's gonna be a lot of kids in Oklahoma soon thinking adulting is against the Ten Commandments, so, you know, interpretation.
@OddBall1958: I’m curious if you’ve ever heard or seen quoted any member of LZ confirm your takes on the two phrases you mentioned. I doubt it. @heliotropezzz333 is definitely correct with his description of what is meant by “Backdoor man”-the surreptitious exiting of a cheating wife’s lover. As for “In Through the Out Door,” this is the explanation available on Wikipedia:
The album was named by the group to describe its struggles after the death of Robert Plant's son Karac in 1977,[5] and the taxation exile the band took from the UK. The exile resulted in the band being unable to tour on British soil for more than two years, and trying to get back into the public mind was therefore like "trying to get in through the 'out' door."
I disagree on 1 point ... it's a Me-phemism not a Euphemism ... because it's about the singer's needs, not the recipient's needs, even though he says "Woman, you need-eh, LOVE !!!", he really means he wants to give it to her. 🤣😂🤣😂🤣
@@StevesFunhouse Oh yes, very witty and perceptive, though I hope you know what a euphemism really means, a word or phrase used to replace another that might make people feel uncomfortable. Another example is 'passed on' instead of 'died'.
As someone who spent three decades deeply immersed in music, sometimes I wish I was in your shoes. Hearing so many fantastic sounds for the first time? Priceless!
BTW, "backdoor man" has traditionally meant a side piece, an illicit lover who enters and exits through the backdoor of your house to avoid being seen.
A tender love song from arguably the most popular rock band out of Britian since the Beatles. "The Lemon Song" is even more heart warming.
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Hey Amanda! Thanks for another great video! That sound you loved was a Les Paul guitar being played with a Chello bow.
It's how we sounded back then....musically, and rawness. We have evolved and grown, but the historical context has value. This mix of blues and heavy rock blew our minds.....Welcome to our world.
Amanda, welcome to the the enlightened group who now know Led Zeppelin, the greatest rock band of all time. They are a rabbit hole you really need to explore, you will not be disappointed.
Another great band from the late 60's.
Led Zeppelin had a wide array of music that ran the gamut from rock, blues, funk, reggae, folk, and even country. One of their songs is not representative of the catalogue, but no matter what genre of music they explore, they (almost) always sound like Led Zeppelin.
For a complete 180, check out their song The Battle of Evermore.
**Best Band EVER!!!** to me They are the MOST precious **Gift** to this planet They always out me in a **Trance** like an out of body experience which is a bit different than how you felt of being in a **FeverDream** but ha i did **Luv** that phrase to describe how it made YOU feel **Fantastical Reaction** to **MyBelovedOtherWorldlyGeniusLedZeppelin** very Awesome **Thank YOU**
I am 68, to hear you say you were separated from music makes me kind of sad, I am a music lover, it is the energy of my soul, happy you found it, the joy it will bring you. I have been listening to this for 50 years and it will never get old, which is something I wish we all could say.
You really need to see them LIVE!! Nothing like them! I was a teen in the 70s...best time of my life!! Greatest bands...this one being the best...best cars etc!!
Hardcore Led Zeppelin fan here, I suggest reacting to the studio versions of each song that you react to, since it will be your first time hearing them. A lot of fans will tell you to listen to live versions but LZ played their songs differently every time they performed live so literally every performance is just not the same as the album versions but the live ones are still magical in their own way.
I recommend checking out - Over The Hills And Far Away, Since I've Been Loving You, Dazed And Confused, Babe I'm Gonna Leave You, Heartbreaker, Bring It On Home, Kashmir
I worked to help people in the community for 30 yrs.
My tips.
Do exercise, (walking is no prep))
Adopt a regime
Get a hobby and do it.
Listen to more Led Zeppelin.
Get out of the house.
Phone people, mix.
Write it down so its staring at you .
Love from the wet Pennine hills.
Mike.
When i was struggling against depression, i put on Paint It Black by the Rolling Stones in the car and i found myself singing at the top of voice on the motorway - it felt like the the first time i had genuinely smiled for ages 👍
Absolutely, music make the brain feel good, (unless its ??? ) . Have a great evening.
Regards, Mike.
That sound you heard that sounds like a racecar speeding by is Jimmy Page that's the guitarist he's using a slide on his guitar strings! And that's not a triangle you hear that's John Bonham who's the drummer playing on the bell part of his ride cymbals
Amanda, I'm diggin the "rock on" facial expressions and head/neck movement. You are a bad ass and I am so grateful that I found your channel and being a part of the family and patreon. I am beyond grateful that you have saved my life! Love you lady!
This is the music that I grew up with and that I still listen to. I can be from that generation but still be accepting of many of the more modern sensibilities' of today.
For a person who has been through some legit, deep darkness... It's beyond beautiful to see you smile and rock out to a great song.
You have life in your eyes, you have meaning in your words now
You beat your problem
I'm a male, just so you know
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Fist bump sister, you made it through it
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No they dont make em like this anymore,im so glad we have recordings.you should have seen them live!😊
Thanks for doing this reaction. I was surprised to see you reacting to a Led Zeppelin song. You brought up some interesting way of looking at some of the lyrics that I had not considered. Thank you.
Want to have your mind blown, watch the live version from the Albert Hall in 1971 (its on youtube). FYI - The instrumental piece in the middle of the song is the band trying to sound like an orgasm feels.
It was the Bell of the Cymbals and the Sound is the Lead Guitar, running the Pick down the Neck of it,
& a theramin was thrown in for good measure to double the orgasm sounds.
This album came out when I was in 9th grade and I played the vinyl ‘til the grooves wore out (at full volume). Led Zeppelin and Catcher In The Rye got me through high school and I still love this band.
Love your take on this Amanda! The spirit of your reaction seems EXACTLY right!!!🤸
Well Amanda it's not exactly mental health song but thanks for going back in time with me to share a little bit of my memory thx you 😊 Ryan Barron
Energy and exuberance with just plain fun. Turn down the mind and go with the sonic bombast.
Hey Amanda thank you, your music review's help my week😘😘❤️❤️😎😎👍
Led Zeppelin's music still gets me "whole lotta love"❤😏! I am 48 young man😊 from Serbia 🇷🇸, and i love your reaction!💓💓💓 If you didn't hear "Stairway To Heaven", that is, in my opinion, the best rock ballad in history!
I don’t always think this is the best introductory song, though it is a great song. They do many genres of music. I think a great introductory song is You Shook Me, there’s 3 solos keyboard harmonica & guitar, & amazing drums & vocals. Robert Plant lead singer & harmonica* Jimmy Page lead guitar band founder producer mixer etc.* John Paul Jones bass guitar keyboard mandolin etc.* John Bonham on drums. Every song the do is amazing, studio & lives, I hope you checkout much more Led Zeppelin. Thanks for your reaction.
Aww, that smile :) thanks being here
are these guys really good? no- they are the best of the best!
These four geniuses - each of them is a genius in their field! and all together they are the best band...... of all time! the best band ever!!! and think: it's 1973
Their first album can be described entirely as tortured soul music. Except the last one and that's about a man with 11 kids who's very happy about it.
Thank you for sharing this with us. The whrrrr sound is made by scraping the guitar pick along a coiled string and adding special effects like echo, reverb, and distortion. I'm 71 and grew up in the 50's, 60's, and was in college in the early 70's. It was a time of peace, love, and the greatest variety of music, but it was also a time of violence, war, and hatred. There was folk music such as Peter, Paul, and Mary; Bob Dylan, and Arlo Guthrie. There was the Moody Blues who were the first to combine orchestral music with Rock and Roll. We also had the Beatles, the Stones, the Animals, and the Doors. The Seekers might get overlooked as well as the Troggs with Wild Thing. Enjoy the journey.
Never knew Led Zeppelin could be so deep! David Draiman of Disturbed covered this song and he was so freakin amazing at it. Especially when he did it with Lizzie Hale of Halestorm. Thank you for these videos that you post as they inspire me to keep fighting every day
This song screams of freedom. ❤️❤️
I was lucky enough to see them in concert in the early 70s. It was a show.
The triangle sounding sound you're hearing is when John Bohnam is hitting the "bell" of his ride cymbal. When you look at cymbals on a drumset, in the center of each cymbal, you see how there's a slightly raised up part in the middle? That's the bell.
Thanks!!!!!
This is amazing! Always was and always will be.😊❤
The "triangle" sound is a ride cymbal when hit towards the centre (or if you're using a heavy ride you can also do it at the edge) . The other sound you kept asking about is just the guitar, hence why they kept showing Jimmy every time that happened.
I’m in my 60s now. I grew up with this band and I was a back door man. It doesn’t mean necessarily that you’re doing the back door of a woman just means when daddy goes to work come in the back door to service his wife, but if she wants, the back door service and you help her out so not what you think it’s just about sex. I mean this is a 70s girl it was free a whole lot of it and a whole lot of sex since the song title whole Lotta love baby.
The drive of this sound makes me feel the visceral sensations of a large male lion stalking along. I think the quadraped walking rhythm is primal and hard wired in mammals.
That sound may be a cello bow being dragged across guitar strings. That's what I see in the video. Backdoor man meant side guy back then. Thanks for being there for us lonely old people.
Back door man is the guy sneaking through the back door while the husband is a work.
The "bizarre sound" was made by drawing a cello bow across the guitar strings.
The whirr sound was pulling a violin bow over guitar strings.
Raw, visceral with no excuses and so groovy. Freedom of expression.
The "whirrr" is an electric guitar played with a violin bow.
Jimmy Page on guitar are usually the Led Zeppelin sounds effects.
Page was a London session guitar player on various early to mid 60s hits of different genres (even on the theme song for 007’s Goldfinger [1964] with Shirley Bassey and the John Barry Orchestra) before committing to rock in the latter Yardbirds and then what became Led Zeppelin.
Read where he said his session guitarist days were invaluable for his latter career in rock and all that
experimentation you can see happen with latter rock guitarists as well. Of course the rest of the band weren’t slouches either…
The guitar player for Pink Floyd is David Gilmour. The song ComfortablyNumb is from the 70s. Now fast forward to 2016, David is 70 in this live video and many say this is his masterpiece. Please enjoy, David Gilmour Comfortably Numb live at Pompei 2016. Amazing.....
They were fantastic live. I recommend "Since I've been Loving You" from their 1973 Madison Square Garden concert...it's amazing!
There is a genre known as Progressive Rock. One of the foremost practitioners of that style is the band Yes. Roundabout from the album Fragile in 1971 is a good place to start. A real eye opener and theirs is some of the most positive music I ever encountered. The Deluxe Edition sounds great
That sound effect is Jimmy's guitar, most likely, muted with the board, but could be done in concert by "swelling" the sound. By striking the strings at higher volume, then quickly diffusing the volume knob, you can make the sound cut off.
The "sex break" in the song is a Led Zeppelin trademark. Lots of abstract sound with violin bows on the guitar, a theremin, or guitar foot pedals adding echo, delay, and reverb, as well as triangle, gong, congos, bongos, and chimes, the musical vocabulary in this band is extensive.
Love your reactions. Keep up the good work. And also, keep in mind that the music, for the most part, is a product of the time. Just ten years or so before this song was released, popular music was bubble gum and sock hops. And ten years after, disco was settling in. Ten years later, it was grunge. Good songs, though, will always rise above, and we hear them through modern ears and sometimes, limited filters.
Three instruments, guitar, bass, drums. That’s it, all it takes to make music. That effect is the guitar you liked.
PS: Take time out from the web and give this entire album a good listen! You will not be sorry!!!
JUST FYI- this isn't live, just clips. I only mnetion it because you asked about the lack of crowd reaction.
Lucky for you and us you get to experience this music now. It is all out there. 50 years ago when I was in my youth I was care free and let this music just roll. Enjoy now. We will re experience it while you discover
Thanks for the Led Zeppelin ❤
FM Radio was new for Music in the 60's the Song in 1969 wasn't censored surprisingly,
So much more talent than today. Four guys spent a few weeks in an off grid cottage in Wales and produce something like their fourth album. Compare that to today with teams of producers and writers in exotic locations and still can’t hold a light to that.
LMAO...Honey, I hope your humor is intentional and ironic....Hahahahaaa...
LOVE the Easter Pastel colors...
You would have 'Loved' the Zeppelin after parties...
You would have been a BIG hit....Meow!!!!
I was waiting for your reaction to "back door, man." Your mind went to the gutter!! I laughed when you giggled.
Led Zeppelin has a lot of sexual innuendos in their songs.
Keep up the great work, Amanda.
You have to admit that is probably the most romantic love song to come out of the 60's and 70's.
Nope, I will never ever admit that!
The sound you are asking if it's a triangle, is the very top of the ride cymbal coming from the drummer!
21 Aug 71 I was 19 when I saw them at the LA Forum🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸
It’s the boyfriend going out the back door, when the husband is coming in the front. The GOATS! 😎🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Tapping the "Bell" of the symbol, the thick bell at the most inner part of the symbol.
Great reaction, Amanda! Zeppelin is a very influential band on the music that came after. I enjoyed their sound when they first appeared and still enjoy it today. Robert Plant is still performing and currently on tour wth Alison Krauss.
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If you're on a mental health journey (as I am...bipolar with a few suicide attempts under my belt), I can't emphasize the importance of music enough to bring you joyful respite from despair. It's actually a strategy of my existence to crank up music I love, and dance (badly) all around my house. As to Led Zeppelin, you won't find a more talented and unique rock and roll group. I grew up listening to them, and can say that I love every song they've ever recorded.
Great information! ;]
The "fever dream" effect is Jimmy Page playing the guitar with a bow. Next up: Time by Pink Floyd!
FANTASTIC!!!!
Upon returning from the Congo in 66, my older by 4 yrs twin bros were culture-shocked by the USA to which we returned. Parents were missionaries and pharmacist.
1st bro became hippy, drug addict at 14 and od' at 16. 2nd bro, his twin, held on 9 yrs and hung himself outside my bedroom after I had told him how a friend of his did it. Bathrobe belt. Bill did it exactly same about 8 hrs later. Much guilt on me.
During 1st bro's battle w drugs, peedough nxt door neighbor treated me crimes against nature. Sx abused 3rd grade...
I'm 62 now and suffered severe PTSD for 4 decades which morphed into cPTSD within the last 7 yrs. Got my Dr. in RX, yet 9 yrs ago at 53 I had bilateral retina failure and lost my career and was forced into retirement. Life altering.
(cPTSD denotes a continuum of traumas from an early age; cascade of maturation was disrupted. ALL of my friends either od'd or suicided, one car wreck..7 dudes...i was held up 3x w guns and knife(credible life threats) and these are just the high points, so to speak.
I lived in a black hole of despair, anguish, unrelenting anx, prayed for death, agoraphobia, self-loathing, self-isolation, directed w malice the shunning of all loved ones.
2 yrs ago, June 3, 2022, I was healed in this chair in which I sit right now. Jesus spoke to me, I have been a Christian since 10 by knowledge and confession at 16. He said 'John, give it all to me. I want it. You have held on to the sx abuse as an excuse for your aberrant behaviors. You've given it to me 100x, but let the abuse go "
(Started drinking at 12, drugs at 15...and became a pharmacist lol. Tripped 200x and done drugs you've never heard of. Smoked pot from 13 til 58..gave me mild centri-lobar emphysema ...it was my coping mech.
I told Him , "ok."
No fireworks, no rainbiws, no butterflies. Next a.m., I went outside and actually made it off my porch, astonished, I looked up and the world was in color! I weighed nothing anymore! I used to spontaneously cry...even in Walmart...I cried at that moment tears of pure joy.
It. Was . All .Gone.
No meds, no alcohol, no THC, no anxiety, no nightmares, no flashbacks.. Zero symptoms for 2 yrs 1 month and 5 days.
I. Am. Alive.
I had no idea people lived like this!!!
Joy indescribable. I did nothing...except trust and had faith in Jesus Christ. Strength through weakness.
The Truth WILL set one free.
Read Psalm 40:1-5...that's me.
Start with the Book of John. Trust me. Pray for wisdom and discernment and approach w an open heart and mind.
Praying for you. 😊
John
(Dr's always poo pooed me off. Tried meds. Nada. Dr's know little, believe me, esp psych docs. They are problem-riddwn on the average.)
The Great Physician healed me.
I was raised Christian, have read the Bible cover to cover and have prayed as devotely as I could many many times. My lack of faith isn't rebellion; it's based on my life experiences and logic. However, I am so happy that you found something that brings you comfort and allowed you to heal, even if it's different than my own path
That " Triangle " sound your hearing is the bell of the symbols on the drum kit.
great tune.....FANTASTIC band
I'm going to give you every inch of my love
Pure poetry
Not a triangle, he's hitting the inner 'dome' of one of the cymbals, which gives it that 'clank' sound (instead of the usual 'crash' sound when you hit a cymbal on the edge, which is how a cymbal is usually played).
If Robert Plant is saying shake for me, girl, before he says I wanna be your back door man you should know he’s talking about. Howlin Wolf had something else in mind.
Humble pie "Black Coffee". you'll love it
Since I’ve been loving you live MSG a must
bless ya young lady cool shit shine on
Great intro to one of the hard and heavy rock fathers.
Love your fresh and honest reaction.
Jimmy Page was an new sounds creator with his guitars. In this case he used an a violin arch.
Check any song from his best live performance i Madison Square Garden and enjoy all of LED ZEP hits it's gonna blow your mind.and see how great talented musicians they are.
Stairway to Heaven , Whole lotta love.
Since i've been loving your ( first concert day with images from the audience ).
Black Dog.
Rock ' n Roll.
Ocean. etc ...
Keep on rocking beauty ❤
Greetings from Barcelona.
Excuse my english
We were all stoned on the old skool weed and songs lasting 10 minutes or more fit the vibe. We also didnt need blatant lyrics. Nuance was cool.
Miss Amanda, I Really Loved your Reaction & So Glad you Enjoyed It.🫶🤗You are an Old Soul like me.☮😎✌The Song is Pure-Sex & Bluesy-Rock!"😁👌The song's guitar riff by Jimmy Page was voted the greatest of all tlime by listeners of BBC Radio 2 in a 2014 poll. I will give you the Backstory & History of the Song: The Racy Lyrics were Culled-Directly from the Blues, in particular from Willie Dixon's "You Need Love," recorded by Muddy Waters in 1962; originally uncredited to Dixon, a lawsuit in 1985 was settled with a Led Zepplin payment directly to Dixon and credit on subsequent releases. The songwriting credits on this track have been convoluted over the years. The four band members were listed as the writers on the original recording, and later, Willie Dixon was added as part of his settlement. But the ASCAP record shows this, which is often reprinted: John Bonham, John Paul Jones, Pete Moore, Jimmy Page, & Sharon Plant.
Well it's not poetry per se, but he gets his point across quite effectively, Letting the girl know that he's Yearning, and "Ready to Give Her All of His Love"- *Every Inch His Love!*😁Robert Plant got a lot less swarthy and much more spiritual when he became a solo artist, but there is a big exception: His 1990 song "Big Love" is filled with the same kind of audacious phallic innuendo as "Whole Lotta Love." The Line, "Shake for me Girl, I Wanna be your Back Door Man" is an Obvious reference to the "Back Door Man" of a common Blues Cliché & Trope (Again, Popularized in a Willie Dixon song). This guy enters and leaves through the back door to avoid detection, as the lady is using him to cheat on her boyfriend or husband. (This Adds an "illicit sexy edge" to the Storyline.)
There are so Many Similarities to Bluesman Muddy Water's 'You Need Love' too...The [Outro] Lyrics of "Way down inside" Woman by Robert Plant also references wayback to Marie Dixon, Bluesman Willie Dixon's wife who "Always Insisted that the song's is specially about Her." One of the more intriguing sections of this song comes at the 4-minute mark, where the distant voice of Robert Plant sings each line ("Way down inside... Woman... You Need... Love") before his full-throated vocal comes in. This is known as "Backward Echo," and one of the first uses of the technique, but it really Happened by Accident, just one of Life's "Happy little Accidents."😊
Led Zeppelin used this as the basis for a medley they performed in their later shows. They had lots of songs by then, so they used the medley to play snippets of their popular songs they did not want to play all the way through. They incorporated various blues songs in these medleys as well, notably "Boogie Chillen" by John Lee Hooker, which was often followed by what they called "Boogie Woogie, by Unknown," and "Let's Have A Party" by Wanda Jackson. They would put this in when Robert Plant would yell, "Way Down INSIDE!"
A Different take of Plant's vocal bled-over to his master vocal track, so when Page and engineer Eddie Kramer originally mixed the song, they couldn't get rid of it. So They did what most creative professionals do with a Mistake: "they accentuated it to make it sound intentional, adding reverb to it so Plant sounded like he was foreshadowing his lines from afar."
So Plant's Lyrics are in Fact based on a 1962 Muddy Waters song written by Willie Dixon called "You Need Love," where Waters sings:
I ain't foolin', you need schoolin'
Baby, you know you need coolin'
Woman, way down inside
(Led Zepplin reached an agreement with Willie Dixon, who used the settlement money to set up a program providing instruments for schools.)
The 1966 Small Faces song "You Need Loving" also coped from Dixon's song, and those lyrics are more similar to what Plant used. In that one, Steve Marriott sings:
I ain't foolin', woman you need coolin'
I'm gonna send you, right back to schoolin'
Way down inside your heart, woman
You need lovin'
Yes this is as straightforward lyric as it gets. It has almost nothing to do with love or relationships, but it does describe the "ups and downs" of passions
Hey I just started watching your videos and I like your take on depression and your reaction videos, what you do for people's mental health is important and I appreciate you. You should listen to one more light by linkin Park if you get a chance it was one of Chester Benningtons last recordings before he took his life and you can tell by the lyrics and the way he sings. Thank you
Consider LZ's most famous song, "Stairway to Heaven." I especially like the live version from Madison Square Garden, 1973. Also, for a performance that'll make you smile and bounce try Dire Straits, "Sultans of Swing," Alchemy Live.
Well you found the greatest band of all time.
I just like watching led zep reaction videos for the look on ladies faces when they see Robert Plant
"And if I say to you tomorrow "
The 60s and 70s were a great time for music, but I was only 5 when this came out so missed out on a lot! It was the late 70s by the time I was a teenager and really into current music. My favourite musical era remains the "long 70s", the 15 years from 1968 to 1982.
This is clearly a song about sex rather than love, but that doesn't mean you can't use it for inspiration around love! Led Zep were among the 'proto-X' bands who were pioneering new genres of rock music in the late 60s, like Black Sabbath and King Crimson. I have a bit of trouble listening to them now because of things I've learned about Jimmy Page, but there's no denying they are phenomenal musicians. I've seen Robert Plant live a few times, always entertaining.
I was involved in a traumatic incident just before New Year which means 2024 has been hard (I'd already been diagnosed with depression before it happened, but it definitely didn't help). However, since giving my evidence in court last month, my mood has been lifting. I have been crying loads, to all sorts of music - and it's definitely "good crying", getting things out of my system. I am almost the opposite to you when it comes to music, for decades I thought almost all modern music was rubbish compared to my era; but now I keep discovering bands I love that didn't exist back then - Nightwish, The Warning, VoicePlay, Home Free, Blackbriar, to name a few. We can both continue our musical journeys and keep on growing! All the best.
I am so happy that you have had the space to be able to process some of the trauma and move forward and I'm glad music has been there to help you along.
the sound that intrigued you was Jimmy Page (guitar player) sliding a cello bow across his guitar strings. BTW...back door man is exactly what you thought.
Led Zeppelin
“Jimmy Page
“Jimmy Page’s guitar playing truly came to life during his electrifying live performances.
He was known for his improvisational skills, captivating audiences with his technical prowess and emotional delivery. His stage presence combined with his intricate guitar work made for unforgettable experiences. The energy and intensity he brought to the stage remain
unmatched to this day. The influence and legacy of Jimmy Page cannot be overstated. His style and techniques have been emulated by countless musicians and his impact on the development of rock music is immeasurable. Even today many guitarists strive to capture the essence of his playing and incorporate his techniques into their own. Jimmy Page’s legacy as the greatest guitarist of all time rests on his unparalleled musical versatility, remarkable songwriting and arrangement skills, innovative techniques, captivating live performances and enduring influence on the world of music. His contributions to rock guitar playing have left an indelible mark on the genre, making him a true icon and inspiration for generations of musicians to come.”
Robert Plant
“In the pantheon of Rock and Roll greats one name stands tall; a beacon of raw energy, unparalleled showmanship and vocal prowess:
Robert Plant.
While debates about the greatest in any field are always fraught with subjectivity, a compelling case can be made for Plant’s ascension to this distinguished title. Here's why:
-Distinctive voice and range - From the first note Robert Plant's voice is unmistakable.
He possesses a unique tenor that can oscillate between gentle whispers and powerful roars in a matter of moments. Songs like ‘Stairway to Heaven’ and ‘Since I’ve been loving you’ demonstrate his ability to transition from delicate to explosive with ease.
His expansive range combined with his emotional delivery allows him to convey a wide spectrum of feeling front man charisma.
Part of what made Led Zeppelin such a legendary act was Plant's ability to captivate an audience. With his flowing golden locks, bare chest and magnetic stage presence, he epitomized the very essence of Rock and Roll.
All this has cemented many of Zeppelin’s tracks as staples in the annals of Rock history.
While the title of greatest is subjective, Robert Plant's contributions to Rock music are monumental. He is more than just a singer. He's an artist, a performer and a musical visionary. His voice has etched emotions into the souls of listeners for decades, and for many, myself included, he is without a doubt, the greatest Rock singer of all time.”
John Bonham
“ ‘Bonzo’, with his incredible talent and passion for drums, quickly rose to become one of the most influential drummers in history. His drumming style was characterized by its raw power, thunderous beats and extraordinary technique.
He had an uncanny ability to infuse emotion and soul into his playing, making every drum fill and rhythm a work of art. But what made Bonham's drumming truly unique was his unmatched physicality behind the kit. Bonham's drumming power was a force to be reckoned with. His hard-hitting approach to the drums, coupled with his immense strength created a sound that reverberated through stadiums and left audiences in awe.
One of the key aspects that set Bonham apart was his use of dynamics. He had an incredible control over his playing, seamlessly transitioning soft, delicate beats, and explosive earth-shattering drum fills. This dynamic range added a layer of depth and complexity to Led Zeppelin's music, creating a sonic experience like no other.
It's worth noting that Bonham's drumming power wasn't just about playing loud and fast. He had an innate sense of groove and timing, which allowed him to lock in with his bandmates, Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, and John Paul Jones, forming the backbone of Led Zeppelin's sound. His ability to lay down solid rhythms while adding his unique flair was truly extraordinary.
“John's drumming on ‘Achilles last stand’ was ferocious. It was a ferocious number, I seem to remember. It's a complicated part, it takes a lot of technique to keep going and to sound fresh.”
John Paul Jones
“There's a Track on presence called ‘In your life’ and also ‘Achilles last Stand ‘ that really exemplifies how he could move like a tide within a track and create so much excitement.’ “
Robert Plant
Whether it was the pulsating rhythm of ‘Black dog’, or the infectious groove of ‘Kashmir”, his drumming added a dimension of depth and soul to every Led Zeppelin song.
Bonham's solid rhythms provided the framework upon which the band's intricate compositions could flourish. His drumming was the heartbeat of Led Zeppelin, driving the songs forward with an undeniable energy and intensity. And while maintaining this foundation he was also known for infusing his drumming with unique and innovative elements.
Bonham's ability to add his own flair and creativity to each song was truly remarkable. From his intricate drum fills to his dynamic improvisations during live performances he elevated the music to new heights. His drum solos such as the legendary ‘Moby Dick’, showcased his technical prowess and unleashed his raw power in a captivating display.
Beyond his technical skill, Bonham's drumming had a primal energy that connected directly with the emotions of the listeners. His thunderous beats and primal rhythms resonated on a visceral level, igniting a fire within the hearts of fans all around the world. It was this emotional connection that, perhaps most of all, truly set him apart as a drummer and a musician.
Tragically, John Bonham's life was cut short on September 25, 1980, but his impact on the world of drumming and music as a whole will forever be felt.
His unmatched genius, drumming power, and contribution to Led Zeppelin's legacy, cemented his place as one of the greatest drummers and musicians in Rock history.
A True legend who continues to inspire generations of musicians and music lovers alike throughout the world.”
John Paul Jones
“The first time I saw Led Zeppelin was in 1973. They came straight out and into Rock and Roll. ‘Bang, I hit you, right between the eyes!’
John Bonham was living up to his reputation as Rock's most powerful drummer, Jimmy Page was duck walking across the stage firing out these incendiary guitar lines, and Robert Plant, let's be honest, probably didn't require any amplification at all on that colossal voice. Stage left was John Paul Jones playing bass, slightly in the background almost like he didn't belong there. I started to focus, to zone in on his playing, and it dawned on me how huge his contribution was to this powerhouse of a band. At times he would be holding down the rhythm, seemingly locked into Bonham's snare and bass drums as well as mirroring perfectly Bonzo's drum fills. Then he would join Paige on those classic riffs, but there was variation.
At various times he would really attack those strings adding a percussive part to underpin Page's guitar. Then he would play these little improvised runs, but the genius here was he chose his notes, he kept it simple, clean, and he didn't interfere with what Page or Plant were doing as a more busy a bassist might have. Jones would also play just in front of the beat, pushing the music along or a hair's breath behind that beat. A bit like Keith Richards does for the Stones. Playing behind the beat gives the music swing and a kind of primal funkiness. As the concert progressed John Paul switched to keyboards eerie electric piano for ‘No quarter’ melotron, and organ for ‘Stairway to Heaven’, and a killer organ solo on ‘Thank you’, all the while playing tourist base pedals beneath those keyboards. I left the venue that night in awe of the man.”
Many experts say that John Paul Jones, as a musician, was the greatest genius of them all, and I don't mean just his bandmates. It appears to me, that the more of a musician you are, the more you appreciate his colossal talent and contribution to Rock and to music as a whole.
My friend, what are the chances of something like this to ever happen again?
Four absolute geniuses in the prime of their lives and energy, to meet each other, joining their colossal talents in an unparalleled bond and build, from scratch, a band like Led Zeppelin?
I cannot possibly put into words the amount of joy and sheer happiness these four gentlemen have brought into my life. How can one ever repay such a thing, is a question I often ask myself…
I have lived long enough to witness innumerous extremely talented musicians and bands, with impeccable technique and artistry, but Rock/Music delivered with heart and soul like Led Zeppelin I am yet to see.
As a fan, I feel grateful and blessed to have come across the “Led Zeppelin experience”.
To share it, I believe, is not only a duty but an obligation. Every human has the right to know Led Zeppelin, the Gods of Rock.
You’ve just got to listen to Going to California live…quite beautiful
ROCK ON AMANDA 😅😊
I think anyone who enjoys rock music can appreciate Led Zep, but I think it’s really difficult to convey the feelings it evoked when it was just hitting the airwaves. There was a lot of social unrest, much of it triggered by an unpopular war and the civil rights movement. Led and others were producing good music, but they were also challenging the status quo with clever and occasionally risqué (but not obscene) lyrics wrapped in thunder. I haven’t seen anything quite like that since then although great music is still being produced.