SO MANY EMOTIONS!!! | Heart - "Stairway to Heaven" Led Zeppelin Kennedy Center Honors" | REACTION

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  • @Triangulum303
    @Triangulum303 Год назад +1119

    Their drummer, John Bonham, died years ago. His son Jason is also a drummer. The story goes: when Zeppelin was notified that they were being honored at the Kennedy Center they contacted Jason to invite him to the awards show. Jason told them that he couldn't attend because he had a prior commitment. The rest of the band was sad that he wouldn't be able to attend. They had no idea that the prior commitment was that Heart had contacted Jason and asked him to stand in as drummer for the performance. That's why Robert stood up in shock when they introduced him at the beginning. He wasn't expecting to see him there, let alone drumming in honor of his late father. Jason even wore his dad's iconic hat for the performance. :)

    • @stebow1977
      @stebow1977 Год назад +63

      That's amazing. I knew the drummer was Johns son but I had no idea the story behind was so poignant. Happy tear... 🤘🤘

    • @benkyle76
      @benkyle76 Год назад +100

      Don’t forget, he’s also playing on his dad’s drum set here as well

    • @Triangulum303
      @Triangulum303 Год назад +24

      @@benkyle76 I didn't know that!

    • @carminavergel3491
      @carminavergel3491 Год назад +37

      It was Robert plant who is Jason's godfather that invited Jason to sit with the band and Jason told plant that he couldn't make it

    • @mikekremposky
      @mikekremposky Год назад +33

      Kinda looks like Jason had a “gotcha” moment with Robert. Certainly surprised

  • @ryanmoen6239
    @ryanmoen6239 Год назад +9

    41 years old… lover of all music. Easily one of the most beautiful renditions EVER.

  • @PeterTea
    @PeterTea Год назад +27

    Legends honoring legends in a room full of legends.

  • @dapeach06
    @dapeach06 8 месяцев назад +164

    I was in the choir for this performance. One of the best moments of my life. Some fun facts:
    * Jason Bonham being on drums was a surprise to EVERYONE. He had told Led Zeppelin that he had a prior commitment and couldn't make it to the ceremony, and Dave Grohl had been on drums for all the rehearsals, including the live dress rehearsal.
    * This broadcast version has footage from both the dress rehearsal and the final performance
    * Nancy Wilson is super nice in person
    * Stephen Colbert came up to me and some other choir members after the show to tell us we did a great job
    * We rehearsed every day for 2 or 3 weeks for this performance.
    * When only the small choir is shown, the full choir is still singing, just behind the curtains

    • @AMXhotrod
      @AMXhotrod 8 месяцев назад +8

      That must have been incredible to be a part of something that epic.

    • @dwleroy
      @dwleroy 8 месяцев назад +9

      Thank you as you are forever in one of the most beautiful live covers of any song. When the choir started I cried.

    • @TheBlaert
      @TheBlaert 8 месяцев назад +4

      @@dwleroy I'll second that. It was nothing short of sensational

    • @tubewatcher155
      @tubewatcher155 8 месяцев назад +3

      Great job to all of you who played a part. I was fortunate enough to have seen the original televised broadcast.

    • @jennifercole6045
      @jennifercole6045 8 месяцев назад +4

      Thank you for sharing!!! The magic shines through in this performance.

  • @donaldbrunner6250
    @donaldbrunner6250 Год назад +37

    The reason Robert Plant teared up was because he was thinking of his best friend John Bonham and seeing his godson playing the same drum kit that his father played as Led Zeppelin's drummer. You need to know the Wilson sisters idolized Led Zeppelin growing up. Did you notice that Jason looked up to the sky as to ask his dad if he approved of the job he did.

  • @petek2832
    @petek2832 Год назад +38

    Whoever did the arrangement for this cover, deserves a Grammy. I mean Ann killed it, but the way they layered in the strings, then the backup singers, then the horns and the choir....OMG, the song just kept getting bigger and bigger. Just amazing.

  • @Lizbethann11
    @Lizbethann11 11 месяцев назад +15

    The fact that you could still hear Ann‘s voice so distinctly with an entire choir singing behind her is iconic

  • @walterbuckhannon3947
    @walterbuckhannon3947 11 месяцев назад +23

    Young lady you wasn't the only person to cry during this video. I am a 61 year old Army Veteran. My birth sign is Cancer. We feel this more strongly than most people. I hate being so sensitive. In my generation a man was supposed to be strong. Your not supposed to cry over things like this. Advice to you my young lady friend. You need not apologize for feeling things so deeply. The music touches you very deeply inside your soul. That in itself is a beautiful thing.

    • @Smyliemyles
      @Smyliemyles 9 месяцев назад +2

      Amen brother!

    • @pammcnary
      @pammcnary Месяц назад +1

      @@walterbuckhannon3947 I’m a Cancer too, and yep…😭

  • @pipeslide05
    @pipeslide05 11 месяцев назад +14

    It warms my heart to see young people (you!) today be so moved and touched by Led Zeppelin.
    I am 62 years old. When I was in High School back in the 70’s , Led Zeppelin meant the entire world to me. Everything.
    They still do.
    When John died we thought the world was ending. Jason was just a small boy then.
    But here we are, decades later, those 3 are still the rock gods of lore, and Jason is a grown man with all the drumming chops passed down from his father.
    Their show from 2012 with Jason drumming is just incredible.

  • @bookem5537
    @bookem5537 Год назад +59

    the Wilson sisters are nothing short of amazing

    • @dogsmusicbookstravelscience
      @dogsmusicbookstravelscience 4 месяца назад

      Yep, they're members of the top tier of greats, and such likeable persons off stage too.

  • @stevekozlowski5963
    @stevekozlowski5963 Год назад +152

    Such an amazing performance, and a great reaction. Ann Wilson was asked in an interview what it was like to perform this in front of Led Zeppelin, and she replied "how do you read the Bible to Jesus?"

    • @gfimadcat
      @gfimadcat Год назад +6

      Very, very carefully...

    • @stantuck3235
      @stantuck3235 Год назад +1

      And with amazing emotion...@@gfimadcat

    • @paulobainz1210
      @paulobainz1210 Год назад +1

      Honestly

    • @baddog4176
      @baddog4176 11 месяцев назад +3

      Priceless answer by Ann Wilson. Thank you for bringing that up.. love your reaction.

    • @DrTomMD
      @DrTomMD 10 месяцев назад +1

      How do you read the Bible to Jesus, indeed🙏🏽

  • @Cadinho93
    @Cadinho93 Год назад +341

    Watching Robert Plant shed tears. Ann Wilson didn't just sing the song, she understood the lyrics he wrote. She felt and lived them.
    Also, let's not overlook Nancy Wilson's beautiful guitar work. The opening riff is gorgeous.

    • @spencerarnold669
      @spencerarnold669 Год назад +5

      I'm not sure he even understands the lyrics he wrote

    • @EsElAlessi
      @EsElAlessi Год назад +6

      and jason bonham playing the drums, the essence of LZ was together once again

    • @ingobordewick6480
      @ingobordewick6480 Год назад

      Robert said, that he got so emotional, because he was thinking of his best friend John Bonham, seeing his son behind his fathers drum kit.

    • @CjSalch
      @CjSalch Год назад

      Robert was crying cause his God Son showed up and came through!

    • @ingobordewick6480
      @ingobordewick6480 Год назад

      No invisible sky daddy there tho. The memories of his friend brought him to tears.@@CjSalch

  • @yourthaiguy
    @yourthaiguy Год назад +110

    Plant went on the record not long after this performance saying when he found out they were covering STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN he cringed because he’s seen it ATTEMPTED by many other artists before and he thought they never did it right until this performance. So much so he went out of his way to tell Ann Wilson that she’s the FIRST one he’s seen who he thought did it justice….. HIGH PRAISE evident by his holding back the tears during the performance ❤❤❤❤

    • @robertserafin-uc3qn
      @robertserafin-uc3qn Год назад +3

      Heart would never do that to Zeppelin, just listen to their version of Rock & Roll live .

    • @robertserafin-uc3qn
      @robertserafin-uc3qn Год назад +4

      That guitarist nailed the solo , you can see it on Jimmy's face .

    • @watcher63034
      @watcher63034 Год назад +2

      Thanks for that. I always wondered how they felt about it.

    • @datubeda
      @datubeda Год назад +6

      ​@@watcher63034 I thought their faces said it all ;)

    • @watcher63034
      @watcher63034 Год назад +2

      @@datubeda I did too but saw many people over the years commenting on how Led Zepplin hated it?? Anyways, its a great thing I think. Especially when the singers come up from the floor and start singing!!

  • @grntbggr126
    @grntbggr126 Год назад +143

    Very, very few artists could have ever pulled out a respectable version of Stairway, being one of rock's greatest compositions. Ann and Nancy Wilson murdered this cover in all the best ways possible, and in front of the remaining 3 members of Led Zeppelin at that.

    • @robertserafin-uc3qn
      @robertserafin-uc3qn Год назад +7

      That guitarist nailed the solo , Jimmy Page was ecstatic over it

  • @Lizzie-h3j
    @Lizzie-h3j 9 месяцев назад +5

    Robert plants 5 year old son died arpumd the time stairway came out amd he said he grew to hate the song until he heard this performance. I've met just by chance and he's the lovilest, warm human being.

  • @robertzimmerman3980
    @robertzimmerman3980 Год назад +4

    Stairway to Heaven is the best rock song EVER !

  • @davidmoore1264
    @davidmoore1264 Год назад +32

    I'm a 57 year old biker. I cry every time I see this reaction video. Outstanding reaction you beautiful soul!

  • @paulocarvalho6480
    @paulocarvalho6480 Год назад +125

    This song is very emotional when sung properly. Watching Robert's face as the song starts, you can see he was judging the performance. Jimmy Page was rocking it whatever the outcome. But when the curtains are lifted and the choir starts, Robert felt like the most accomplished man on Earth. It's no wonder he shed some tears. Don't worry my dear, your facial expressions and trembling in your voice tells us all about how you felt.

  • @albertspillane2831
    @albertspillane2831 Год назад +153

    I've listened to Heart do this song about 30 or 40 times, and each time it brings tears to eyes ,but tears of joy ❤

    • @jr49022
      @jr49022 Год назад +3

      I loved how you teared up every time you saw Robert's face!

  • @gavinblenkinsop6250
    @gavinblenkinsop6250 Год назад +102

    Easily the best cover of a song ever.
    Robert and John Bonham (Bonzo) were best friends and Robert looked after Jason when his dad died.
    Those tears are for a long lost best friend and a sign of how proud Robert was of Jason that night.
    Also when Jason looks up as if to say “how was that Dad?” 😢

    • @davexvs
      @davexvs Год назад +5

      Robert was Jason's Godfather
      it was Robert that broke the tragic death to his mother and Jason
      Jason was wearing his fathers bowler hat
      and playing his dads drum kit
      the group didn't know that Jason would be there
      he told them unfortunately he had another gig that night
      then the show began
      the rest is eternal epic history
      {:- ) PAV UK

    • @beccajoyner
      @beccajoyner Год назад

      So THATS who Bonzo is

  • @sbeavers30721
    @sbeavers30721 Месяц назад +9

    The greatest cover of all time. Period end of sentence

  • @TimothyT230
    @TimothyT230 Год назад +16

    Imagine having Led Zeppelin giving you a standing ovation after you do a cover of their song. It's like you've achieved everything in that moment. Awesome !

  • @mdanam
    @mdanam Год назад +75

    Here are two things about this performance you may not know that will make you appreciate it even more. First Led Zeppelin was the band that inspired heart the most. They got their start as a Led Zeppelin cover band. Secondly when the choir popped up they were all wearing the🎉 same hat that Jason Bonham was wearing. That hat was a direct tribute to his father John Bonham who was the original Led Zeppelin drummer. When you watch it again keep those two things in mind you'll like it even more😊

    • @PD4life
      @PD4life Год назад +1

      Yep, you couldn't miss John's iconic bowler.

  • @gregorysimmers
    @gregorysimmers Год назад +4

    Aileen, you should REALLY watch the FULL VERSION of this!!!! Then watch the full tribute to Zep at the Kennedy Center Honors 2112!!!!

  • @80sbaby64
    @80sbaby64 Год назад +42

    This song is a religious experience. Have seen this countless times and shed tears every. single. time. Masterpiece 🔥

    • @dlemme1234
      @dlemme1234 Год назад +2

      Me too... I'm a grown ass man and I cry every time 😂 . . . 😭

    • @Smyliemyles
      @Smyliemyles 9 месяцев назад

      Amen brothers..... there with you!

  • @rhphotocdn
    @rhphotocdn Год назад +9

    Stairway to Heaven is not an easy song to perform. HEART NAILED IT!!!

  • @Kroww1
    @Kroww1 9 месяцев назад +23

    And don't forget she is 62 performing this.... There is no words to say...

  • @ZombieJesus1987
    @ZombieJesus1987 Год назад +12

    Ann Wilson is one of the greatest rock vocalists of all time. Even at 62 here, she still sounded so powerful.

  • @tonidh69
    @tonidh69 Год назад +13

    Ann was 62 at the time of this performance. Masterpiece tribute

  • @johnterry1852
    @johnterry1852 Год назад +7

    One of the reasons that I love your reactions, is that they are so genuine. Your emotions make us emotional and make us feel the music even more.

  • @RoGueNavy
    @RoGueNavy Год назад +26

    This performance never fails to bring me to tears. Seeing the members of Led Zep being so thoroughly blown away, it just gets me right where I live.

  • @kevinvernon5851
    @kevinvernon5851 Год назад +12

    I'm not ashamed to say this performance has the same effect on me every single time I see it. It's also important to note that the Wilson sisters as did many, adored led Zepplin and tried to emulate their style.

  • @SaltyFrosticles
    @SaltyFrosticles Год назад +63

    The Kennedy Center Honors have some great performances. This is by far my favorite cover/tribute tune.

    • @88pjtink
      @88pjtink Год назад +6

      indeed. there are a great many incredible performances at this event. so many over the years. and they always have the BEST musicians backing everyone up.

  • @mikemiller3069
    @mikemiller3069 Год назад +5

    The other musicians shown at the end of the video (Lenny Kravitz, Jack Black, etc.) each did covers of Led Zeppelin songs at this tribute. I think "Stairway To Heaven" was the last song of the concert honoring Led Zeppelin.

  • @jimreadey4837
    @jimreadey4837 Год назад +7

    I'm a 65-yr.-old guy who cries every time I watch this performance. Your description of all the beauty, love, and respect in the room captures it perfectly. Thanks for giving me another opportunity to cleanse my energy field.

  • @jardennis4nd
    @jardennis4nd 7 месяцев назад +11

    I’m so pleased to see how this music still moves the younger generation. I cried too.

  • @ThatColeGuy
    @ThatColeGuy Год назад +40

    Such a fitting tribute. They put the "Heart" spin on it while keeping it close to the original, all the way down to the guitar solo. And seeing Jadon Bonham rocking the hat like dad and beating those skins was the cherry on top. Another great reaction.

  • @thomashiggins9320
    @thomashiggins9320 Год назад +1

    Heart and Led Zeppelin toured together a few times in the 1970s, so the members of the two bands know each other well.
    Reportedly, Jimmy Page and Robert Plant said Ann and Nancy Wilson partied *hard* . 😁
    The entire Kennedy Center Honors program is worth watching.
    Jack Black served as master of ceremonies, and a bunch of other bands showed up to play Zeppelin songs.
    The Kennedy Center also honored David Letterman, and the following Monday, Letterman had the remaining members of the band on his Late Night show.
    That's worth watching, too, just to see the reaction of Paul Shaffer and the Late Night band when the Hammers of the Gods walked out on stage and took their seats. 😎

    • @billsimpson6136
      @billsimpson6136 Год назад +1

      Heart and Led Zeppelin never toured together. John Paul Jones did produce one of Heart's albums though. Ann and Nance have never toured with Robert, Jimmy, John Paul individually or together as Zep.

    • @sledgehammer6698
      @sledgehammer6698 Год назад

      Heart did tour with Jason Led Zeppelin Experience following this event. Maybe a little bit prior, all I know is they had another singer on line but Jason requested that he perform with Heart. Heart did this with minimal practice for Anne was fighting the flu.

  • @schmeevo1
    @schmeevo1 Год назад +27

    This old man shed a tear also. One of the best live productions to date. You must watch the entire tribute. Jack Black does a touching retrospect and funny opening. Great reaction. Fully Agree with your take on it

  • @servad8360
    @servad8360 Год назад +26

    ICONIC reaction girl.... The ONLY thing that came remotely close to Heart’s performance was YOUR reaction.... This is why we fall in love with these reactions. You are providing a description of how we felt when WE first experienced it. Bless you and continue conveying your soul with us.

    • @servad8360
      @servad8360 Год назад +2

      @AileenSenpai_Are you on Patreon? I’d like to contribute to your cause. Really appreciate your reactions.

  • @gazoontight
    @gazoontight Год назад +3

    When Jimmy, John, and Robert gave the performance a standing ovation, that said it all.

  • @RoryBauer-xu2fj
    @RoryBauer-xu2fj 14 дней назад

    very well said dear. I was a teenager when this song was released. It was the very first song I played on a bass guitar, which led to 45+ years of joy on that bass. I've seen them three times in concert, and it was a heart break when drummer John Bonham died. To see his Son Jason playing the drums here, was also emotional. Please do not apologize for being swept with emotion. To see Robert and Jimmy respond, you cannot help, from my perspective...but cry. I'm getting much older now, and time can be unkind when more and more artists pass away. I often watch you, and appreciate your musical empathy, as its so helpful to enjoy along with you. Thank you for your reactions, they are so dear to me my distant friend. I'm 65 now, and more years behind me, than ahead. One by one I say goodbye to loved ones and the memories that music of my youth bring. Please enjoy this Masterpiece that is the epitome of my station in life, still finding music to express what resonates with me. "Time" by the Alan Parson's Project. music.ruclips.net/video/yiPtOVP-kec/видео.html&si=lYKCIHgg39R2xkkX

  • @TaxmanTV
    @TaxmanTV Год назад +11

    Every time they show the band.. I just tear up so quickly because you can see it in their faces - the nostalgia, the culture, the essence, and the good memories all at once. But it is bittersweet also because it was so long ago when they reigned the rock world. And here they are being honored with a perfect cover song performance. It also reminds everyone of LZ's genius, soul-moving music that new generations still listen to today. Just a glorious moment.

  • @sportscigarscoffee
    @sportscigarscoffee 9 месяцев назад +3

    My dad passed away on 1/5/24. Since then I have been listening to Stairway to Heaven a lot and this version is breathtaking. Seeing Jason Bonham play his dad’s drums while wearing his dad’s hat gets me emotional. Beautiful work by Heart.

  • @Seven50ml
    @Seven50ml Год назад +7

    Standing ovation from Plant and Page. Life goal achieved. Incredible performance

  • @VanTheSpaceman
    @VanTheSpaceman Год назад +6

    I've watched this video of that performance a million times and I cry every time. Ann is an amazing singer and Nancy is an amazing guitarist. Jason killing it on drums. Such an amazing performance.

  • @195511SM
    @195511SM Год назад +3

    A week before this first aired on PBS, I saw Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Experience perform in Reno, NV as a tribute to his father. A giant screen played behind him, showing old home movies of him as a young kid running around a swimming pool, at what appeared to be a BBQ.......with all of the original Led Zeppelin in their prime.

  • @gregoryjamessnayer7271
    @gregoryjamessnayer7271 Год назад +8

    Led Zeppelin has over the years always been one of my favorite bands, as well as Heart. The sisters from the very beginning have been simply magical in their renditions and stage performances.
    I truly love your ENTIRE reaction to this song. I agree 100% with everything you have said in your comments. I, too, am left in tears whenever I revisit this iconic song, which itself a Led Zeppelin masterpiece. Lastly, I would like to add that the reaction of the original members of LZ is absolutely priceless...genuine tears... They could cry with joy.

  • @mikemiller3069
    @mikemiller3069 Год назад +4

    Heart (Ann and Nancy at least) have always been huge Led Zeppelin fans and they have several other Led Zeppelin covers on RUclips. My favorite is their cover of "Battle Of Evermore" but "Going To California" is a close second.

  • @KARENCOGS
    @KARENCOGS Год назад +10

    Having growing up with this song in the 70’s it has so much meaning to me and brings tears to my eyes. But this performance always makes me emotional when I watch it! ❤️❤️

  • @71ernz
    @71ernz Год назад +28

    Also Aileen if you’d like to see the band playing at this age (although this was five yrs later) with Jason on drums, check out The Celebration Day concert from the O2 Arena in 2007, quite simply one of the greatest gigs you’ll ever see, I know you’ve reacted to Kashmir before but the performance of said song at this concert is ICONIC, Jason absolutely kills it on drums, would love to see you react to that, or any other song from that concert, Black Dog, Rock and Roll and No Quarter are my faves from the concert. Again such a beautiful reaction to this performance ❤️❤️

    • @80sbaby64
      @80sbaby64 Год назад +2

      I second this ❤

    • @janfitzgerald3615
      @janfitzgerald3615 Год назад +3

      OMG yes, that performance is incredible! It’s definitely a “must see”!

    • @gfimadcat
      @gfimadcat Год назад +3

      Hell yes, Celebration Day version of Kashmir is absolutely mind-poppingly insane.

  • @sunshynff
    @sunshynff Год назад +4

    I only take the time to tell this story on either my favorite reactors, or on reactors that do this song, and it truly moves them, and you tick both those boxes for me, enjoy.........................
    About 2 years ago, after seeing this performance for the first time, I stumbled on an interview given by Ann in the weeks following this performance. She said she was very humbled by all the compliments her and Nancy received, but was only really worried about what the band, especially Robert, thought. At a dinner following the event, Robert approached her table, said hello to everyone and then Ann. He paused for a moment, kind of staring off into space, then said, I've never liked that song over the years. Ann literally started to tear up, Robert looked down realizing the misunderstanding of his words and said, no no dear, I meant I've always thought it dreadful because It's been covered so many times over the years, and no artist has ever done the song justice....until tonight. He took her hand and kissed it, and said, Bravo my dear, and walked off. Ann said she knew right then she could die a happy women and have no regrets.

    • @billsimpson6136
      @billsimpson6136 Год назад

      This is highly embellished. Ann didn't cry, and Robert didn't kiss her hand. He told her he had grown to hate the song because it was always butchered, "but tonight I liked it. Thank you". That was it -- no crying or hand kissing or other drama. Also Jimmy sought out Nancy and complimented her acoustic playing and told her that intro is one of the most difficult passages to play correctly, especially all alone and under pressure like she was. The Zep guys were very complimentary but no need to embellish it.

    • @sunshynff
      @sunshynff Год назад

      ​@@billsimpson6136 .....Oh, I guess you were there???..... Simpson party, your table is ready, do you mind sitting next to Ann and Nancy Wilson's table, sorry it's all we have available.
      Listen ass hat, I have no idea exactly what was said, if anyone cried, or if anyone's hand was kissed, take it up with Ann!! The interview with Ann was at a radio station, I wanna say Buffalo or maybe Cleveland, and Nancy was not with her, I don't remember what she was promoting, I think it was still Heart's 2012 album "Fanatic", because this interview took place in 2013, a couple months after her performance at the Kennedy Center which was Dec. of 2012. This was in print form in a music industry type publication, where they had printed the transcript of the interview. What I wrote was pretty much WORD FOR WORD what Ann said to the radio DJ interviewing her!! Maybe she left a few parts out after that, maybe she embellished it the first time she told it at the radio station, I have no fucking clue dude, but that's what the lady said, or at least what the transcript said she said.
      Either way she told it, or whatever the exact version of the story is, that apparently is a very big deal for you, what I wrote above, DOES NOT change the crux of the story what soever.....Ann was worried about what Robert thought about her performance, there was a mixup for a quick second and Ann thought he didn't care for it, then he explained what he meant, and complimented her on a job well done, which made Ann very happy, End of story, don't be that douche nozzle, it's not like I'm giving out medical advice or tips on how to fill out your taxes, it's simply an anecdote I read from a beloved music artist. So how bout you ask me next time something like, "hey, where did you hear that from, cause I heard it happed differently", instead of coming at me like some bitch from mean girls just looking to start drama!!

    • @billsimpson6136
      @billsimpson6136 Год назад

      @@sunshynff Actually yes I was.

    • @sunshynff
      @sunshynff Год назад

      @@billsimpson6136....Yes, I'm sure you were, who did you sit next to at the dinner table, Ann or Nancy? Or did ya go stag that night and get to be a big piece of beef in a Heart sandwich?

  • @71ernz
    @71ernz Год назад +41

    Aileen you really need to do the original studio version to get the full impact of this song, quite literally the greatest song ever written. Beautiful reaction to an amazing performance, you know you’ve done a good job when you’re bringing the writer to tears, Robert, Jimmy and John Paul Jones were blown away ❤️❤️❤️

    • @stevenseul361
      @stevenseul361 Год назад +3

      She has

    • @71ernz
      @71ernz Год назад +3

      @@stevenseul361 she’s done the live version not the studio version

    • @stevenseul361
      @stevenseul361 Год назад +2

      @@71ernz you're correct there has been many Stairway reactions lately and I thought she did the one with the lyrics and the graphic to the original version.. sometimes I can't keep them all straight.

  • @jentommyontheroad8089
    @jentommyontheroad8089 Год назад +2

    I cry every time I watch this performance! Love that you felt that emotion as well! For Led Zeppelin’s Celebration Day performance 20 million people entered a lottery for 20,000 tickets! Legendary for a reason!! This was the finale of the Kennedy Center Honors performance and you need to watch the complete show! Epic!!

  • @unholydriver4987
    @unholydriver4987 Год назад +16

    I've been looking forward to this since your first reaction to Heart. I knew you'd fall in love with this magnificent performance.
    There's so much going on here, from Jason Bonham being on drums, to the remaining members being honored and so emotionally invested, to the choirs, to all the luminaries in the audience, and finally, to the brilliance of Anne's vocals.
    It's one of my top 3 live performances.
    I think I'll go back and watch your reaction again, because it's so beautiful to see how much joy it brings you. ❤

  • @nathansellers8454
    @nathansellers8454 Год назад +14

    Aileen, I loved you before but seeing your reaction to this brought tears to my eyes and I love you even more. To see a young soul appreciate and love the music I grew up loving and feeling the music is a beautiful thing

  • @Elezium
    @Elezium Год назад +6

    The Wilson Sisters also had a sideproject at one point, called The Lovemongers, who did an amazing cover of Led Zep's "The Battle Of Evermore" that was also on the OST for the movie Singles (which had a bunch of Seattle/Grunge acts on it)
    Loved watching Robert here, going from kinda serious "how is this going to go?" to smiles and tears - no one quite covers Led Zep like Ann and Nancy do!

  • @rudymorganti7155
    @rudymorganti7155 Год назад

    No words just ❤️❤️❤️❤️. I'm 60 and still get 2 my. Thank you so much. 💯🇮🇹🇧🇪🇪🇺

  • @paulashanks3129
    @paulashanks3129 Год назад +7

    Such an epic performance ❤😊

  • @rbodee
    @rbodee Год назад +1

    The Kennedy Center Honors provide recognition to living individuals who throughout their lifetimes have made significant contributions to American culture. Every year it is in December.
    The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has selected the 46th Honorees for lifetime artistic achievements: actor and comedian Billy Crystal; acclaimed soprano Renée Fleming; British singer-songwriter producer, and member of the Bee Gees, Barry Gibb; rapper, singer, and actress Queen Latifah; and singer Dionne Warwick.

  • @davidjarvie9546
    @davidjarvie9546 Год назад +16

    This is a great tribute, and the Wilson sisters know how to rock.
    Buzzing 🇬🇧👍🎵🎵🎶🎶🎵🎶🎵

  • @jamesmcclung153
    @jamesmcclung153 Год назад +2

    No one covers Zeppelin as well as Heart. I've seen countless reactions to this, but this is my favorite reactions.

  • @vipergtsmre
    @vipergtsmre Год назад +3

    Crazy and F'ing amazing rendition. This song will be alive far after most of us

  • @TheBlaert
    @TheBlaert 8 месяцев назад +1

    This is one of my favourite performances of any song ever. The whole thing is just sensational from start to finish

  • @j0hnn13K
    @j0hnn13K Год назад +8

    Truly a phenomenal honoring tribute to the 3 living legends and the one legend no longer with us.
    And to have the son of that legend who has passed, play the drums in honor of his father, that was so inspiring to me, the bowler hats in honor of John Bonham as well, it's the details that show the true love that was on display during this performance, and everyone could see and feel it.
    Also many big names in that crowd, but Yo-Yo-Ma rocking out to the song never fails to put a smile on my face :)

  • @stevenchenault8526
    @stevenchenault8526 Месяц назад +2

    I’ve seen it 100 times and still feel the same when I watch it!👍👍

  • @ASkepticsPerspective
    @ASkepticsPerspective Год назад +9

    Love your reaction Aileen. I have watched this video DOZEN of times. If I am having a down / bad day I will watch this video because it is so magnificent and lifts my heart. It is the one video where I will smile and cry at the same time. When you cried, I cried. I love the reaction of the remaining members of Led Zeppelin. As you said, they tried to remain stoic, but you could see the emotion coursing through them. Amazing, Fantastic, Magnificent, Magic, Wonderful, Enduring, what other superlative can I use. Oh well, time to get back to marking reflective journals from my students. Thank you the brain break.

  • @bubsmomma
    @bubsmomma 11 месяцев назад

    Ann Wilson was 62. Amazing. Even more amazing is playing a concert on NYE 2023.

  • @Meathos122011
    @Meathos122011 Год назад +12

    You're right on the mark little sister. In great music always we'll do that to the right people at the right time. When you get as emotional as you do at some of these, it just proves how good the music is.

  • @vitorsoares9289
    @vitorsoares9289 Год назад +1

    Girl, I got emotional along with you too, when I watched your video... this is because I'm 63 years old and Led Zepplin have always been my favorite band... I enjoyed them and continue to do so even today today... a big blessing for your comments, and for you personally. Thanks.

  • @scottzappa9314
    @scottzappa9314 Год назад +5

    I'll be darned if I didn't get emotional watching it again, and it's about the 5th time I've watched it. Phenomenal. Bonzo's son, the choir and the orchestra made it a grand slam.

  • @JJ-lw4rh
    @JJ-lw4rh 9 месяцев назад +1

    There is no better performance!!!

  • @albertspillane2831
    @albertspillane2831 Год назад +9

    Tremendous love shown to Led Zeppelin ❤ 🤘🎸🎵

  • @deborahshea-nice4379
    @deborahshea-nice4379 Год назад +1

    Im 66...unfortunately, i never saw led zepplin live...god knows i saw every other band in the 70's...we just took it for granted that if we didnt see them this time we would see them the next time...we could see three bands at winterland in san francisco for 5$...five bands outdoors at the oakland coliseum for 8$...i saw heart at the concord pavilion in the 90's and they rocked the house...you have to realize that female rockers were sparse in those days...these sisters broke that glass ceiling unapologetically and have earned their place on the rock and roll stage...i did get to see Robert plant and alison krauss in lake tahoe last year...they were joy to see...

  • @thomaskellyjr6370
    @thomaskellyjr6370 Год назад +5

    Perfect reaction to one of the most perfect songs ever. ❤

  • @JanetMora-yl6mz
    @JanetMora-yl6mz 4 месяца назад +2

    You're the best reaction to this video. You actually feel the music. Love you and thank you

  • @davesherrard4013
    @davesherrard4013 Год назад +10

    A beautiful reaction, to an amazing rendition.
    Nancy Wilson did a phenomenal performance. The band and choir was fantastic surprise.
    Great video, keep it up 👍

  • @stuartbull9347
    @stuartbull9347 11 месяцев назад +1

    Heart undetstood the assignment ❤❤

  • @James-k8l8d
    @James-k8l8d Год назад +6

    I love watching your reactions of music that I have known as timeless 💝 I grew up in Seattle in the 80's-90's,as a musician I have been blessed with meeting and experiencing even some of the actual concerts that you have reacted to 💝...Thank You for seeing and letting me re-live the experience all over again within your reactions...and
    You Shine and are Beautiful Sweetheart!🔥💞✨💝😘🌹

  • @tywinders7628
    @tywinders7628 Год назад +1

    The perfect singer to cover this iconic song. She is one of the greatest of all time, a true vocal master.

  • @88pjtink
    @88pjtink Год назад +4

    I hate to say I told you so- but, I told you so. This is probably the best cover on youtube. And I see I wasn't the only one urging you to watch this one. I feel like I made you cry. Any song that evokes such emotion did its job, right? Another must-listen (and you should trust me now) is the EAGLES, HOTEL CALIFORNIA 1977. It is also quite magical.

    • @martinkasper197
      @martinkasper197 Год назад +2

      The problem with the Eagles and especially Don Henley is, that they don't like to be on RUclips with someone reacting to one of their songs....🤓

    • @chrisacer6605
      @chrisacer6605 Год назад

      @@martinkasper197 I love a lot of the Eagles' music but they, and especially Henley, are a very arrogant and easy to dislike group. They made some great music, though.

    • @88pjtink
      @88pjtink Год назад

      I have heard that recently. And have seen some of the hotel california videos blocked. But many are still up. And it is seriously ignorant of the band (or the management) to do that. Because these reaction videos just create new fans!@@martinkasper197

  • @cfmm
    @cfmm 19 дней назад

    Aileen, I just love you. I could be your mama at my age, and Led Zeppelin has been such a part of my life. Heart's rendition and the whole spirit of the production - I've cried every time I've watched it, too!
    You are my favourite "reactor" because you are so full of love and light!!! God made you to illuminate... I don't feel down when I watch your reactions. It's like you smile, cry or rock out when I cry smile, cry or rock out! Woman, you are mighty!

  • @andrewlatona9271
    @andrewlatona9271 Год назад +5

    The best cover of any song , by any band , anywhere , and to do it in the context of the awards in front of those 3 legends not to mention surprising them with Jason Bonham on the drums , it was magical

  • @jayman58016
    @jayman58016 Год назад +2

    The absolute boss level of 'remakes'. The Wilson sisters are absolute legends and you could see the guys sitting up there just soaking it in. Gives me chills every single time I hear it

  • @robertlockhart3122
    @robertlockhart3122 Год назад +4

    Ann Wilson is 62 years old in this video. Think about that for a sec. This is legends singing for legends in a room full of legends WHEW

  • @efakter1
    @efakter1 Год назад +1

    Before a Heart got popular, they did Led Zeppelin covers in little clubs in Seattle.
    This performance is probably the one of the most amazing I’ve seen on RUclips yet. It was remarkably amazing.

  • @AudiophileTubes
    @AudiophileTubes Год назад +8

    You're an incredible person, Aileen! Clearly, you have a lot of passion, wisdom, and appreciation of great music, and being deeply 'moved' by the music is always icing on the cake! Thanks for your authentic and expressive music reactions.

  • @gamortie
    @gamortie 4 месяца назад

    10:31 When the guitarist started ripping into the solo, this transcended being a tribute to Zep, and became an anthem to the spirit of Rock

  • @RoryBauer-xu2fj
    @RoryBauer-xu2fj Год назад +3

    Your reaction "Experience" to this video is defined as HONOR. Which is emotional when witnessed. One day, that experience will be yours, towards you...when that special man commits to you in HONOR❤️🙏❤️

  • @pigstergrammy
    @pigstergrammy 11 месяцев назад +1

    I Absolutely LOVE Heart's Cover of this song 💖 I have been Blessed to get to See Heart in concert 3 times now and each time, I was Taken by My Daughters as a Gift 💝 I would Highly Recommend you also Listen to Heart's Cover of "You're The Voice" WOW! Brings ME to Tears Every Time I Hear It! ~Namaste~ GrammyMary

  • @loutsont2985
    @loutsont2985 Год назад +3

    Aileen, I had a hard time trying to keep it dry. It is so beautiful to see people honoured for their work by their peers and so rare these days. Felt like a fairytale. Great reaction.

  • @ingolfbien1190
    @ingolfbien1190 5 месяцев назад +1

    Hello Aileen,
    When I saw your video (Stariway to heaven, Kennedy Center Honors), it was clear to me: I will never forget your smile, your joy and your emotions 🌷.I am an "old rocker" from Germany. So old that I was allowed to see Led Zeppelin "live" in Germany in the 70s. The boys were very close to me!!! Jimmy Page played a guitar solo with a violin bow and John Bonham played a drum solo with his hands, without sticks. Craziness!
    When I say "I love you" to you today, my motivation is your smile and your musical empathy. You are a very nice and great woman. Your video will stay in my memories forever. Warm greetings from Germany, Ingolf aca AROCC 😘🥰😘

  • @brucewatts8447
    @brucewatts8447 Год назад +4

    I have seen this video many times but watching your reaction Aileen has made even more enjoyable. Thank you for sharing this. Peace

  • @davidstephens8543
    @davidstephens8543 6 месяцев назад +1

    They absolutely did it justice. I got to see Led Zeppelin in concert in the 70's. Just amazing. And when the remaining members give you a standing 'O'... yeah, you've done something. Oh, and I love your reaction. The music touches everyone that listens...

  • @ronlackey2689
    @ronlackey2689 9 месяцев назад +4

    I like the way Jimmy Page was nodding his head with the solo as though he was actually playing it

  • @ChrisTallant
    @ChrisTallant Год назад +1

    This one is by far, the best live playing of any cover band Ive heard.. soo much awesomeness on stage..

  • @GoodsEnuff
    @GoodsEnuff Год назад +3

    This is one of the best , more pure , real reactions I’ve ever watched. If this song doesn’t stir up emotion in you , you aren’t human. Beautiful song and a fantastic reaction. Don’t worry I was crying along with you! Ever damned time !! 6’2 250 of sobbing mess. Thank you for an amazing reaction. ❤

  • @jamessugg7061
    @jamessugg7061 Год назад +1

    At 5:20, Robert had a tear!

  • @danielmarshall3102
    @danielmarshall3102 Год назад +2

    I give Heart so much credit for taking on one of those songs you feel no one else should dare touch, it is so iconic. Excellent job and the way it touched the remaining members just put the icing on the cake. Kudos to Jason Bonham for filling in his dad John's (RIP) place on drums killing it all the way. I've seen Jason Bonham's tribute to Zeppelin Band live they are great.

  • @realtealcovers232
    @realtealcovers232 Год назад

    God, every time this video is recommended, I have to stop and watch. This may be one of the best cover songs I've EVER heard. Heart is out of this world talented.