This song is a masterpiece. The brilliant vocal, all those fantastic layered guitar parts, the super cool bass lines, and the pulsating groove throughout. Easily one of their best songs and I hope Jay comes to appreciate it more in the future.
A masterpiece it is not. It's very average, simple, simple chords, very straightforward. I'm not saying it's bad. It definitely sounded good on the album when I used to listen to it alongside the other songs. But it's definitely not one of their best.
As a Lord of the Rings fan from way back….this song felt personal to those few of us who had read the stories….I know that makes me ancient but there was a time when a lot of people had not read them until this song made them search the books out…..FRODO LIVES
I used to have way too many hard back books, I donated most to the Humane Society for fund raising yard sales, but I kept The Hobbit and the trilogy, total masterpieces of literature. Most of my books are now on Kindle, sure saves space and I can carry a library in my pocket. I first read them in the very early 70's. I like the Zep's Misty Mountain shout out to The Hobbit also :) Brilliant song writing.
Absolutely, though ha ha once I became really familiar with the novel I wondered "What the hell is Robert talking about?!" It makes almost no sense, from a strictly Tolkien perspective.
I isolated just the bass and all I can say is WOW. I’m glad I was fortunate enough to have seen them twice. I’ll never forget that night. What a sojourn. Peace
Yeah, Zep liked to dabble in LotR references in their earlier days. Speaking of, I'd love to see y'all do one of Ann and Nancy Wilson's covers of "Battle of Evermore" sometime. I'm partial to the Lovemongers version, but they're all good.
Led Zeppelin has a few different sounds, and everybody has favorites and not-so-favorites. Like some prefer the bluesy ones and others prefer the acoustic ones. This is one of the songs, BTW, that reference "The Lord of the Rings." Which is funny for a rock song. Kinda nerdy. But if you guys haven't seen "The Lord of the Rings," you can always cover it on your movie channel. It's fantasy, but a top quality trilogy based on a famous story. And while it isn't an allegory, the story is based upon the author's real experiences as a soldier in WW1, coupled with his work as a historian and linguist, studying the oldest works of English and Nordic writing. So it's fantasy, but rooted in some ways in reality, and in very old storytelling.
Actually, back in the late 60's, hippies were getting into books like Lord of the Rings, Zeppelin had quite a few songs with LOTR & fantasy fiction references (The Battle of Evermore, Stairway To Heaven, even a live version of Bron-Y-Aur Stomp where Plant calls out the name of his dog (Strider) at the end). T. Rex was loaded with LOTR & fantasy stuff, as well as Syd Barrett-era Pink Floyd, Black Sabbath's "The Wizard", much of Dio's music, lot of prog rock bands, Rush (Rivendell), many Iron Maiden songs can be (and probably have been) used for school book reports. Metal & rock band members are huge nerds, despite whatever they might be wearing.
Ooh, @@estoy1001, you weren't supposed to tell them! Everybody thought we were cool rockers who just happened to know a lot about LOTR. If the girls figure out we're just nerds in 3/4 sleeve concert shirts, they'll never talk to us again. You remember what it was like, trying to get girls to play D&D with us back in the 80's? It'll be just like that! Not cool dude.
@@chrisblack1119 you know what else wasn't cool? Trying to get through University in the 80s as a nerdy rocker with a blow-wave and a love of tattoos... You think I was taken seriously in Psych 1? Good times 😏
This is one of the most listened to Zepplin songs. Listen to it again. The guitar work is perfect. Jimmy plays acoustic and electric. The bass line is also epic.
Oh hell yeah. One of my favorite LZ songs, probably because it references Lord of the Rings (Mordor, Gollum). "The Ocean" is another of my faves. (And...wow. This makes an even dozen Led Zepp songs you've done!)
Led Zep started as a blues band. If you dig you can hear their pre-rock music. When you hear Ramble On or When the Levee Breaks you definitely hear the blues influence.
I get a lot more of a folk influence from Ramble On than a blues influence. When the Levee Breaks is a clear hommage to the blues which is no suprise considering it's a cover of Memphis Minnie song.
This is a very intricate song; from the pattering percussion to the layers of acoustic and electric guitars to the bass that keeps popping in your face while still being beautifully melodic. There's nothing wrong with liking what you like, however, I hope you give it another chance because any band could be a one-trick pony, however Zep was diverse in their style.
This song has my most favorite bass performances by my favorite bassist John Paul Jones..... The Mighty Led Zeppelin was easily the biggest influence in my life.... I'm a 67 year old ex-musician who is addicted to reaction videos...lol... Thumbs up for this reaction, totally enjoyed it!
You guys should react to more Led Zeppelin… "Babe I'm Gonna Leave You", "You Shook Me", "I Can't Quit You Baby", "How Many More Times", "The Lemon Song", "Thank You", "In My Time of Dying", "Ten Years Gone", "Achilles Last Stand", "Tea for One", "In the Evening" 🎸🤘
When Zep II came out the band I was in at the time learned this tune --- one of the most satisfying bass lines I ever covered. And we actually had a vocalist and guitarist that could cover their parts!
The ULTIMATE Zeppelin song to react to is Fool in the rain. The changes in tempo, vocals, and the DRUMS!!! ITS AN ABSOULTE MUST!!! You can thank me later.
You spelled “In My Time of Dying” wrong. Love “Fool In The Rain”, but it being a pretty straightforward samba, I don’t think it really showcases Led Zep’s amazing powerhouse flex or much innovation.. though it is a truly great song. It was indeed more radio friendly, but often the more rocking tunes don’t get that industry push for a pop hit.
One of the absolute best Zeppelin songs. I get chills every time I listen to it. The bass, the guitar, the drums, and Plant's vocals just combine to make this song amazing.
This IS absolutely one their most popular songs. The combo of layered guitars and vocals with the iconic baseline and genius drumming makes this one of their masterpieces.
Has anyone else been mystified by that bass line for 50 years? It lifts me up takes me away, and makes me wonder how such a beautiful simple melody can exist.
If you want a perfect example of how drums, bass and guitar can work together to form a masterpiece, this is it. And JPJ drives this song, they are all surfing on his wave.
When I first really got into Led Zeppelin all my favorite songs were the hard songs. As I discovered more of their catalog I began to appreciate the talent and their ability to cross genres. Now some of my favorite songs are their softer tunes because you really get into the masterpiece that is this band. But don't get me wrong the hard Rock'in tunes are still amazing
I just love to hear Amber say “y’all”. 😊 Y’all both have a gift for doing what you say-for making people smile with the sharing of your excellent musical finds!!
I’ve listened to this song since it first came out (I’m 66 now), and I still cannot believe the brilliance of John-Paul Jones on bass. While LZ has 3 stars (Plant/Page/Bonham), Jones pulls the whole song together. Amazing. Simply Amazing.
This song is quintessential Zepplin. Bonham’s drum work absolutely illustrates what a monster drummer he was. John Paul Jones bass playing is also stellar. It deserves another listen to be certain !
One part of Zeppelins greatness is the huge variety of music they make, every time different and exploring so many different sounds. I personally feel joy with every song.
Two things that like about this reaction. Jays honest opinion about the song (because you two usually love every song) and that you didn’t pause the song 10 seconds before it ended like you usually do. You talked about the drums and Roberts vocals but you missed John Paul Jones’ bass carrying the song. That’s what truly makes this an awesome song.
Someone might have mentioned this already, but this song is about the story of the Hobbit/Lord Of The Rings, The girl he has to find is the 'Ring' and Gollum's name is even mentioned in the song.
Love this song. One of my favorite's along with The Immigrant song. This song soozes you into a trance it's so beautifully written until they really rev it up. Then you're awaken into a masterpiece to the end. Try listening to this again Jordan. Buckets of Maple Syrup love from Canada ❤️❤️ 🇨🇦 🇨🇦
Love the sound so 70’s ! The layering of the vocals and instruments as they called it back in the day! One of my favorite Led Zeppelin song!!😀🫶🇺🇸🎸🙏SMILE
Ramble On was my theme song in Graduate School when I left my wife. It describes what I was feeling and is so mournful and so Zeppplin. Note: The pedal Steel passage is gorgeous, yet Page never played it again. He felt he couldn't play it well!!??? Unbelievable. and shame in my book. .
Robert Plant and Alison Krauss have made many records together. Just recently heard them doing a 'Tiny Desk (Home) concert' from NPR. Absolutely some of the best music I've ever heard. You guys would love it!
I still remember in 1970 listening to this and Robert sings "In the darkest depths of Mordor" and the 8-track would click to the next channel. Still hear that.
That’s interesting. Zeppelin is my favorite band and this is one of their bests. The story is about a guy from Middle Earth from the Lord of the Rings books. More suggestions (and if you already did some of these I apologize for missing or not remembering them) “Achilles Last Stand.” It’s both hard and beautiful. Every thing is A-game in this song, everything from John Bonham, who seriously plays circles around Jimmy Page in this-I am exxadurating (how the heck is that spelled?!) of course, that’s how the song was meant to be, it’s just that it really showcases John’s skills as a drummer. I mean there was Keith Moon, him and like two other guys on Earth that could do that stuff back then. Also, you should check out “Heartbreaker,” oh and Amber might enjoy “Moby Dick,” because it’s an instrumental and John really shines in that one too. “What is and What Should Never Be” is just a bleeping awesome song that rings true to the Zeppelin sound. I know you probably think “Stairway to Heaven” was their prettiest ballad and it might be, but if you haven’t, check out “Thank You.” It’s a real treasure and I believe it’s John Paul Jones that plays the harpsichord in that one. Could be wrong though. “The Lemon Song” and “Custard Pie” are brilliant dirty blues hard rockin’ songs that just taste so true and authentic to Zeppelin…I think you’ll like them. They are unrestrained and horny! Lol. For something a little different you can check out “Bron-Y-Aur Stomp” or “The Battle of Evermore.” “No Quarter” is a little different too, but very powerful. “The Crunge” is another one I get a kick out of. Other good ones are “Trampled Underfoot,” “Ten Years Gone,” “Down by the Seaside,” “The Wonton Song,” “Sick Again,” “Celebration Day,” “The Rain Song,” “Misty Mountain Hop,” “In the Evening,” “Fool in the Rain” and “Hot Dog.”
There's some songs that aren't for everybody, but Ramble On falls into the category of perfect songs. It's like Michaelangelo is painting your living room for free, and you want fire him.
I love the Lord of the Rings references in this, and other songs. Peter Jackson should have invited them to the premiere of Fellowship of the Ring not to perform, but to enjoy the show.
Please react to more Jim Croce “Operator (that’s not the way it feels)” more John Denver “Take Me Home, Country Roads”, more America “Ventura Highway” and more Simon and Garfunkel “America”
Glad you were honest Rob. The thing with Led Zeppelin is, it gets better the more you listen to them. They are the greatest because of the fact they were able to go soft and hard and left and right and do it better than anyone. Keep listening to zeppelin and you won’t regret it, ever.
@@leefriedman9882 I was out of the country then, lot's of catching up still to do 🤣 For more harmonica, give "Bring it on home", very bluesy, but still rocks.
Led Zepplin always great. Need to check out live performance at 1973 Madison Square Garden Stairway to Heaven and some duets with Allison Krauss with whom he’s made 2 albums
Listening to individual songs from LZ2 will leave you disjointed with the experience. The Album is meant to be heard from beginning to end, it really matters what came before, and what comes after. Like many Masterpiece Compilations from that time, it's a complete experience. When the Musicians are giving you 9 Masterpieces, you listen in order. This isn't some top 40 Pop Band, or One Hit Wonder, with 1 or 2 songs that are catchy, this is LED ZEPPELIN, each song is there by design, in order, meant to capture your entire attention. Aside from headphones, if you listen to this on a Vintage Yamaha system, or others from the time, with 4 high quality speakers turned up to 8, "the neighbors won't mind" or who cares, you will find this is an experience like you have not experienced before. in 1974 when I was 12 I was blessed having an older brother with such a high end system, WOW, WOW, WOW!!!! Disclaimer: Of course if you play music loud, in a populated area, you might end up going to jail, or have your house raided, or both, so proceed with caution. Times have changed!
I agree with the speaker analogy. Got a couple 12 inch mid 70's JBL-L100's myself. Headphones are nice sometimes, but it's definitely not the same experience as blasting it through some big ass, quality speakers. 👍😁
@@CondescendingOaf Absolutely, the Music has to have space for the bass. I don't want a little baby hammer, I want a 30 pound sledgehammer. This album was designed for just that.
One of the best albums ever recorded- it really needs to be heard start to finish. Everything on it is incredible, so many things that became staples in heavy rock.
Please react to Led Zeppelin's live 1973 performance of "Stairway to Heaven" at Madison Square Garden. It's the best and Jimmy Page's solo is so amazing. Even though it starts out slow, it speeds up and I think Jay will love Jimmy's amazing guitar solo. He plays a double neck guitar!
Rob Squad Reactions, Led Zeppelin, reminds me when I had this babysitting job and was left with this woman's children for 3 days my mother thought I runaway from home but I could not leave these small children and I listen to Led Zepplin marathoning music all 3 days I think I heard every song they recorded it was summer in the late 1970's Come to find out the woman who had hire me to babysit went to Las Vegas got drunk forgot what time it was I really thought something awful happened to her, I was only 17 years of age when this happen but I was very caution about babysitting after that. Thanks for the recording I believe it rough to pick a favorite Led Zepplin song they are all so great.
The thing about Led Zeppelin is; they ain't one THING. There's way too much there to ever " fit " in any musical box. The band that more than others, spans the spectrum of " what is Rock. "
I have always loved this song! I've been a Zep fan since 1970 something. I think Rick Beato broke this one down in a RUclips video, check it out. You will appreciate it more. Also, listen to it in the Autumn, when leaves are falling all around.
Imagine if you will, a spring day and you two, alone, are headed somewhere fun that's an hour or two away. The windows are down, the wind is cooling but not colde. Pop in the head phones and crank this puppy up. You'll love the feeling!
@@hawkeyegeorge I think they only reacted to the cover performance by Heart's tribute to Led Zeppelin but not to LZ's. They should react to their 1973 live performance of "Stairway to Heaven" at Madison Square Garden - that one is so great!
Back in the day, you could catch that panning listening on speakers. And back in the day, speaker technology was nowhere near where is is today. Of course, listening on even half-way adequate headphones gets you to where you can hear the little nuances like Bonham's off-beat beats and Page's exquisite guitar work hidden behind the out-front shredding track... Love the way it starts out smooth, light and silky, then BAM! What the...? Oh, that's right, it IS Led Zeppelin. I could see Amber getting right into the deeper places in the groove - know what you are feeling, girl. This is one of my favourites.
Robert Plant purity of voice dig his solo work on the song "The Sea of Love" finest vocals some would argue ever. Try that. The video is funny as well.
That bass line is simply legendary and showcases the incredible talents of JPJ, who is so often the one people seem to ignore when compared to the other three members of this brilliant band.
I like this song a lot but it has never been a favorite of mine. Led Zeppelin have so many great songs so I am with J on this one. Good song and I love the LOTR reference but not my favorite either. Peace!
The verse with Gollum and the evil one is the greatest verse in rock history. Don't care what your disagreement is. Greatest vocal verse in the history of rock music. :)
This is the song that really made me appreciate the bass guitar. John Paul Jones is an amazing musician, playing bass guitar, guitar piano, keyboards, organ, and mandolin. He still has a three neck acoustic guitar with a six string neck, twelve string neck and a mandolin neck, which has eight strings. Both Robert Plant and Jimmy Page have both said in interviews that he is the best MUSICIAN in the band. John Paul Jones was THE most sought after session musician in London before joining The New Yardbirds, which is what Led Zeppelin was call before they settled on thwir name.
I'm guessing neither one of you have watched or read The Lord Of The Rings? If you haven't, you could react to the movies and you would understand this song better in the process.
What I love about Led Zeppelin is that they were true artists without compromise, which is why they’re revered as they are today… so I’m sure they would respect you not feeling that song but that dislike would change nothing about what they did. To tell a quick story, Ramble On is one of the deeper cuts from their second album. Led Zeppelin II really cemented their place as a top act on the rock scene, including mega-mega-hits like Whole Lotta Love and Heartbreaker. Of course, the record label saw that and told Zeppelin that their next album should contain nothing but songs like those two hits… best for the profit margin, right? Zep said, “Sure…”, went back into the studio and produced Led Zeppelin III with a couple of legit bangers and a lot of really big departures from stuff like Heartbreaker too. Seething ballads like Since I’ve Been Loving You, way out there tracks like Gallows Pole and deep cut personal faves for me like That’s the Way. And guess what? It did fantastically well too, showing that the fans wanted what Zep wanted to make… thus paving the way for them to create Led Zeppelin IV, one of the greatest albums of all time. They stayed true to their vision, and were rewarded for it… and that’s why they’ll always be one of my Holy Trinity of Rock (along with Yes and Rush). ☺️
BOO!!!! "Ramble On" is one of my all time FAVORITES!!! From the acoustic guitar, the amazing bass line (JPJ!!!) running throughout, Bonham's tasty and tastefully done drums and of course...Robert Plant's amazing vocals!!! Come on the high notes during the line "Gollum and the EEEEVILLL One crept up and slipped away with her..." Effin' Brilliant! Getting to see it performed live will always be one of the most amazing things I've ever experienced!
The best thing about Zepplin is that they are not a one dimensional band. They can be mellow and hard in the same song. They add elements of Indian, American folk and rockabilly at times. It’s a deep rabbit hole, you just scratched the surface.
This song is a masterpiece. The brilliant vocal, all those fantastic layered guitar parts, the super cool bass lines, and the pulsating groove throughout. Easily one of their best songs and I hope Jay comes to appreciate it more in the future.
I love Zeppelin but this isn't one of my favorites either. Not a masterpiece. I'm with Jordan.
Hey Rob you wouldn't be by any chance the Canadian that once resided here in West Aussie ? Sorry mate if not.
A masterpiece it is not. It's very average, simple, simple chords, very straightforward. I'm not saying it's bad. It definitely sounded good on the album when I used to listen to it alongside the other songs. But it's definitely not one of their best.
I love Zepplin, and I know this isn't their most intricate or elaborate song, but for whatever reason it's always been my favorite.
@@paulkazakoff9231 Nope, not me.
As a Lord of the Rings fan from way back….this song felt personal to those few of us who had read the stories….I know that makes me ancient but there was a time when a lot of people had not read them until this song made them search the books out…..FRODO LIVES
Yeah, everyone I knew was reading them in 73. I read them a couple years later.
Frodo lives was on every wall everywhere I went😎
I read them in 76 and many times since.
I used to have way too many hard back books, I donated most to the Humane Society for fund raising yard sales, but I kept The Hobbit and the trilogy, total masterpieces of literature. Most of my books are now on Kindle, sure saves space and I can carry a library in my pocket. I first read them in the very early 70's. I like the Zep's Misty Mountain shout out to The Hobbit also :) Brilliant song writing.
Absolutely, though ha ha once I became really familiar with the novel I wondered "What the hell is Robert talking about?!" It makes almost no sense, from a strictly Tolkien perspective.
The bass line that John Paul Jones lays down is awesome, so underrated due to playing with the other superstars in this band
I agree that JPJ often gets overlooked by many. Always been one of my favorite bassist!
Not overlooked by the hardcore fans though.
I isolated just the bass and all I can say is WOW. I’m glad I was fortunate enough to have seen them twice. I’ll never forget that night. What a sojourn. Peace
He's not only a great bassist but organist and chelio player.
Led Zep has only sold 300 million LPS No Biggie lol
This is one of their top tier songs. The bass line is the secret to this one. Jonesy lays a great ladder for the rest of the band to climb.
Somewhere on YT you can listen to JPJ's isolated bass, which is cool.
I agree! The bass line is out of this world on "Ramble On."
@@kevinmcfarlane2752 This is the bass line that got me interested in bass guitar.
@@kevinmcfarlane2752 thanks for the tip.
the Bass in this song is legendary
Thank you, finally my favourite Led Zeppelin song. It was also an homage to J.R.R. Tolkien’s lord of the rings.
Mine too!!🤘🔥
Yes, specifically Mordor and Gollum were references to Lord of the Rings - great books and movies!
Yes! They need to watch the Lord of the Rings Trilogy and this is one of the reasons I love this song!
@@nwliving8132 i think they mentioned the misty mountains in a another song .
Yeah, Zep liked to dabble in LotR references in their earlier days.
Speaking of, I'd love to see y'all do one of Ann and Nancy Wilson's covers of "Battle of Evermore" sometime. I'm partial to the Lovemongers version, but they're all good.
One of John Bohham's most incredible beats. So MUCH going on with those drums. Go back and listen to them. Then kneel in awe of the master.
GOAT
For me the bass and drums highlight the song.
Fun Fact: All the parts during the verses where the drums are "muted", Bonham is actually playing the beat on his drum throne... *So inventive!!!*
I would not go that far. THAT BELONGS to Jesus Christ The Real master
the bass steals the show
Led Zeppelin has a few different sounds, and everybody has favorites and not-so-favorites. Like some prefer the bluesy ones and others prefer the acoustic ones. This is one of the songs, BTW, that reference "The Lord of the Rings." Which is funny for a rock song. Kinda nerdy. But if you guys haven't seen "The Lord of the Rings," you can always cover it on your movie channel. It's fantasy, but a top quality trilogy based on a famous story. And while it isn't an allegory, the story is based upon the author's real experiences as a soldier in WW1, coupled with his work as a historian and linguist, studying the oldest works of English and Nordic writing. So it's fantasy, but rooted in some ways in reality, and in very old storytelling.
Actually, back in the late 60's, hippies were getting into books like Lord of the Rings, Zeppelin had quite a few songs with LOTR & fantasy fiction references (The Battle of Evermore, Stairway To Heaven, even a live version of Bron-Y-Aur Stomp where Plant calls out the name of his dog (Strider) at the end).
T. Rex was loaded with LOTR & fantasy stuff, as well as Syd Barrett-era Pink Floyd, Black Sabbath's "The Wizard", much of Dio's music, lot of prog rock bands, Rush (Rivendell), many Iron Maiden songs can be (and probably have been) used for school book reports.
Metal & rock band members are huge nerds, despite whatever they might be wearing.
Ooh, @@estoy1001, you weren't supposed to tell them! Everybody thought we were cool rockers who just happened to know a lot about LOTR. If the girls figure out we're just nerds in 3/4 sleeve concert shirts, they'll never talk to us again. You remember what it was like, trying to get girls to play D&D with us back in the 80's? It'll be just like that! Not cool dude.
Agreed, and The Bible as well influenced his writing also, not to mention his friendship and compatition with C.S. Lewis.
@@michaelmacdermott6340 Completely agree!
@@chrisblack1119 you know what else wasn't cool? Trying to get through University in the 80s as a nerdy rocker with a blow-wave and a love of tattoos... You think I was taken seriously in Psych 1? Good times 😏
This is one of the most listened to Zepplin songs. Listen to it again.
The guitar work is perfect. Jimmy plays acoustic and electric. The bass line is also epic.
Oh hell yeah. One of my favorite LZ songs, probably because it references Lord of the Rings (Mordor, Gollum). "The Ocean" is another of my faves. (And...wow. This makes an even dozen Led Zepp songs you've done!)
Yup. One of several!
Led Zep started as a blues band. If you dig you can hear their pre-rock music. When you hear Ramble On or When the Levee Breaks you definitely hear the blues influence.
I get a lot more of a folk influence from Ramble On than a blues influence. When the Levee Breaks is a clear hommage to the blues which is no suprise considering it's a cover of Memphis Minnie song.
I think JPJ shines through this one … several others too but often overlooked by the other 3. Another great choice.
No doubt about it. JPJ also shined on "In Through The Out Door" as he sorta became leader of the band with Page in a heroin stupor at the time.
@@Colstonewall one of my faves is the Church-y/Bass “Since I’ve Been Loving You”.
A MASTERPIECE. Just a simple effin' masterpiece.
Honesty appreciated Rob. This happens to be one of my favorites. This band is so talented it should almost be illegal! Great reaction guys, TY.
I agree. It seems most reaction channels try to like something so as not offend anyone. So glad for the honesty. Call'm as they are.
This is a very intricate song; from the pattering percussion to the layers of acoustic and electric guitars to the bass that keeps popping in your face while still being beautifully melodic. There's nothing wrong with liking what you like, however, I hope you give it another chance because any band could be a one-trick pony, however Zep was diverse in their style.
My absolute favorite Zeppelin song. The structure, the melody, the vocals and guitar are amazing. Love it.
This song has my most favorite bass performances by my favorite bassist John Paul Jones..... The Mighty Led Zeppelin was easily the biggest influence in my life.... I'm a 67 year old ex-musician who is addicted to reaction videos...lol... Thumbs up for this reaction, totally enjoyed it!
You guys should react to more Led Zeppelin…
"Babe I'm Gonna Leave You", "You Shook Me", "I Can't Quit You Baby", "How Many More Times", "The Lemon Song", "Thank You", "In My Time of Dying", "Ten Years Gone", "Achilles Last Stand", "Tea for One", "In the Evening"
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The live in studio. ( babe im gona leave you ) black and whiye footage. Is awesome.
Basically, they are fools if they don't react to every LZ song :-)
@@fewwiggle ( i approve this message) lol
The drum and bass playing in this song are tremendous, one of my favorites
When Zep II came out the band I was in at the time learned this tune --- one of the most satisfying bass lines I ever covered. And we actually had a vocalist and guitarist that could cover their parts!
The ULTIMATE Zeppelin song to react to is Fool in the rain. The changes in tempo, vocals, and the DRUMS!!! ITS AN ABSOULTE MUST!!! You can thank me later.
One of Bonham's finest moments. I didn't fully realize its brilliance until hearing the isolated drum track.
The story in the lyrics of that song also have some good humor in them. I laughed when I heard the last verse the first time.
I Love Fool In The Rain! Not the typical Zep song, but a great one at that. Amazing drums.
Also has my favourite studio Page solo.
You spelled “In My Time of Dying” wrong.
Love “Fool In The Rain”, but it being a pretty straightforward samba, I don’t think it really showcases Led Zep’s amazing powerhouse flex or much innovation.. though it is a truly great song. It was indeed more radio friendly, but often the more rocking tunes don’t get that industry push for a pop hit.
One of the absolute best Zeppelin songs. I get chills every time I listen to it. The bass, the guitar, the drums, and Plant's vocals just combine to make this song amazing.
I love this song. I love the tempo & intensity changes, I love the mix of acoustic and electric.
Definitely one of my favorite Zeppelin tunes, especially the bass guitar.
46 years old and literally my favorite zeppelin song.
It's on Zep 2 it's from 69 I think, 70 latest. Which is 53-54 yrs...
This is masterful use of dynamics. One of the best rock songs ever.
This IS absolutely one their most popular songs. The combo of layered guitars and vocals with the iconic baseline and genius drumming makes this one of their masterpieces.
Love this band!! My favorite song by them!!🤘🔥
Has anyone else been mystified by that bass line for 50 years? It lifts me up takes me away, and makes me wonder how such a beautiful simple melody can exist.
Zep II is one of the greatest albums ever made. JPJ really shines here on the bass. And Plant's vocal is outstanding
Totally driven by John Paul Jones’ amazing bass line. This is by far my favorite LZ song.
The bass in this song though!! OMG! Great job Johnny!
I've heard it said JPJ gets overlooked, but when I listen to his Bass on this song, everything else gets overlooked.
If you want a perfect example of how drums, bass and guitar can work together to form a masterpiece, this is it. And JPJ drives this song, they are all surfing on his wave.
My teenage youth is flashing before my eyes. Classic Zep...untouchable.
When I first really got into Led Zeppelin all my favorite songs were the hard songs. As I discovered more of their catalog I began to appreciate the talent and their ability to cross genres. Now some of my favorite songs are their softer tunes because you really get into the masterpiece that is this band. But don't get me wrong the hard Rock'in tunes are still amazing
Ramble On is in my top 5 Zepp songs. It always puts me in a better place when I listen to it.
I just love to hear Amber say “y’all”. 😊 Y’all both have a gift for doing what you say-for making people smile with the sharing of your excellent musical finds!!
I’ve listened to this song since it first came out (I’m 66 now), and I still cannot believe the brilliance of John-Paul Jones on bass.
While LZ has 3 stars (Plant/Page/Bonham), Jones pulls the whole song together.
Amazing.
Simply Amazing.
Jones def does NOT get enough credit IMHO.
This song is quintessential Zepplin. Bonham’s drum work absolutely illustrates what a monster drummer he was. John Paul Jones bass playing is also stellar. It deserves another listen to be certain !
This song leans into the soft before laying into the powerful. That's the beauty of this song !
One part of Zeppelins greatness is the huge variety of music they make, every time different and exploring so many different sounds. I personally feel joy with every song.
Two things that like about this reaction. Jays honest opinion about the song (because you two usually love every song) and that you didn’t pause the song 10 seconds before it ended like you usually do.
You talked about the drums and Roberts vocals but you missed John Paul Jones’ bass carrying the song. That’s what truly makes this an awesome song.
Someone might have mentioned this already, but this song is about the story of the Hobbit/Lord Of The Rings, The girl he has to find is the 'Ring' and Gollum's name is even mentioned in the song.
This is the song that made me fall in love with Zeppelin.
Best "Lord of the Rings" inspired song ever! "Gollum and the Evil one, crept up and slipped away with her"!
Love this song. One of my favorite's along with The Immigrant song.
This song soozes you into a trance it's so beautifully written until they really rev it up. Then you're awaken into a masterpiece to the end. Try listening to this again Jordan.
Buckets of Maple Syrup love from Canada ❤️❤️ 🇨🇦 🇨🇦
You guys need to do more Zeppelin. Believe me, I've been listening for over fifty years, and I discover something new each time.
This one is at the top of the list for millions of Zeppelin fans
Love the sound so 70’s ! The layering of the vocals and instruments as they called it back in the day! One of my favorite Led Zeppelin song!!😀🫶🇺🇸🎸🙏SMILE
Ramble On was my theme song in Graduate School when I left my wife. It describes what I was feeling and is so mournful and so Zeppplin. Note: The pedal Steel passage is gorgeous, yet Page never played it again. He felt he couldn't play it well!!??? Unbelievable. and shame in my book. .
Robert Plant and Alison Krauss have made many records together. Just recently heard them doing a 'Tiny Desk (Home) concert' from NPR. Absolutely some of the best music I've ever heard. You guys would love it!
I still remember in 1970 listening to this and Robert sings "In the darkest depths of Mordor" and the 8-track would click to the next channel. Still hear that.
Not much to say. Always been a Zep fan and loved this tune.
This is one of my favourite Zeppelin songs, and that's quite an achievement given how many good songs they have.
John Paul Jones is one of the best bass players ever. This is one of his best lines. Unforgettable!
“Over The Hills And Far Away” will give you the mellow and the HELLO!!!
That’s interesting. Zeppelin is my favorite band and this is one of their bests. The story is about a guy from Middle Earth from the Lord of the Rings books.
More suggestions (and if you already did some of these I apologize for missing or not remembering them) “Achilles Last Stand.” It’s both hard and beautiful. Every thing is A-game in this song, everything from John Bonham, who seriously plays circles around Jimmy Page in this-I am exxadurating (how the heck is that spelled?!) of course, that’s how the song was meant to be, it’s just that it really showcases John’s skills as a drummer. I mean there was Keith Moon, him and like two other guys on Earth that could do that stuff back then.
Also, you should check out “Heartbreaker,” oh and Amber might enjoy “Moby Dick,” because it’s an instrumental and John really shines in that one too. “What is and What Should Never Be” is just a bleeping awesome song that rings true to the Zeppelin sound. I know you probably think “Stairway to Heaven” was their prettiest ballad and it might be, but if you haven’t, check out “Thank You.” It’s a real treasure and I believe it’s John Paul Jones that plays the harpsichord in that one. Could be wrong though.
“The Lemon Song” and “Custard Pie” are brilliant dirty blues hard rockin’ songs that just taste so true and authentic to Zeppelin…I think you’ll like them. They are unrestrained and horny! Lol.
For something a little different you can check out “Bron-Y-Aur Stomp” or “The Battle of Evermore.” “No Quarter” is a little different too, but very powerful. “The Crunge” is another one I get a kick out of.
Other good ones are “Trampled Underfoot,” “Ten Years Gone,” “Down by the Seaside,” “The Wonton Song,” “Sick Again,” “Celebration Day,” “The Rain Song,” “Misty Mountain Hop,” “In the Evening,” “Fool in the Rain” and “Hot Dog.”
Great review, no exaggeration! (Your version is good, tho'!)
This is one of my all time favorite songs period. Every band member in top form. Very complex in its deceptive simplicity.
I used to play this really loudly in my car while in HS. That ticking beat always made it seem like I was on the verge of blowing out the speakers.
Jay/Amber, you'll love their "Living Loving Maid" and "Rock and Roll" !!! Great bands evolve J!
@@KL-gn9kb thanks. they should be played together though :) Heartbreaker/Living Loving Maid
This is one of my favorite Led Zepplin songs.
There's some songs that aren't for everybody, but Ramble On falls into the category of perfect songs. It's like Michaelangelo is painting your living room for free, and you want fire him.
One of my favorite Zep songs. It's a very good example of being able to hear the genius of all 4 band members very clearly.
I love the Lord of the Rings references in this, and other songs. Peter Jackson should have invited them to the premiere of Fellowship of the Ring not to perform, but to enjoy the show.
It will grow on you, JAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYYY, the more you hear it, the better it sounds.
Please react to more Jim Croce “Operator (that’s not the way it feels)” more John Denver “Take Me Home, Country Roads”, more America “Ventura Highway” and more Simon and Garfunkel “America”
I agree with each selection!
Glad you were honest Rob. The thing with Led Zeppelin is, it gets better the more you listen to them. They are the greatest because of the fact they were able to go soft and hard and left and right and do it better than anyone. Keep listening to zeppelin and you won’t regret it, ever.
Y'all should do "When the Levee Breaks". Amber will love the drums and it should rock enough for Jay .
I think they already did. They loved it (although it’s probably my least favorite Zep song😬).
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@@leefriedman9882 I was out of the country then, lot's of catching up still to do 🤣
For more harmonica, give "Bring it on home", very bluesy, but still rocks.
@@LarryG335 Sonny Boy Williamson (II)'s original version, of "Bring it on Home", is a must hear!
Led Zeppelin "No Quarter"...Nuff Said.
Led Zepplin always great. Need to check out live performance at 1973 Madison Square Garden Stairway to Heaven and some duets with Allison Krauss with whom he’s made 2 albums
The great songs from Led Zeppelin to react to are endless.
Listening to individual songs from LZ2 will leave you disjointed with the experience. The Album is meant to be heard from beginning to end, it really matters what came before,
and what comes after. Like many Masterpiece Compilations from that time, it's a complete experience. When the Musicians are giving you 9 Masterpieces, you listen in order.
This isn't some top 40 Pop Band, or One Hit Wonder, with 1 or 2 songs that are catchy, this is LED ZEPPELIN, each song is there by design, in order, meant to capture your entire attention.
Aside from headphones, if you listen to this on a Vintage Yamaha system, or others from the time, with 4 high quality speakers turned up to 8, "the neighbors won't mind" or who cares,
you will find this is an experience like you have not experienced before. in 1974 when I was 12 I was blessed having an older brother with such a high end system, WOW, WOW, WOW!!!!
Disclaimer: Of course if you play music loud, in a populated area, you might end up going to jail, or have your house raided, or both, so proceed with caution. Times have changed!
I agree with the speaker analogy. Got a couple 12 inch mid 70's JBL-L100's myself. Headphones are nice sometimes, but it's definitely not the same experience as blasting it through some big ass, quality speakers. 👍😁
@@CondescendingOaf Absolutely, the Music has to have space for the bass. I don't want a little baby hammer, I want a 30 pound sledgehammer. This album was designed for just that.
@@michaelyork4554 Hammer of the Gods.
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@@CondescendingOaf I was gong to, but I decided to let you do it. 👍😎
I THINK YOU MEAN TURNED UP TO 11 A LA SPINAL TAP LOL!
One of the best albums ever recorded- it really needs to be heard start to finish. Everything on it is incredible, so many things that became staples in heavy rock.
Please react to Led Zeppelin's live 1973 performance of "Stairway to Heaven" at Madison Square Garden. It's the best and Jimmy Page's solo is so amazing. Even though it starts out slow, it speeds up and I think Jay will love Jimmy's amazing guitar solo. He plays a double neck guitar!
Definitely one of their all-time great songs. I've played it live and it feels so good, and that bass line is killer.
“The Rover” and “The Wonton song” are at the top on my Zep list!!! Amber will Love the drums on Wonton, and J will love both ✌️ 🔥
The Rover! 👍
The Wonton Song? Oh yeah, now I remember. That's the song they wrote about Chinese dumplings.
Rob Squad Reactions, Led Zeppelin, reminds me when I had this babysitting job and was left with this woman's children for 3 days my mother thought I runaway from home but I could not leave these small children and I listen to Led Zepplin marathoning music all 3 days I think I heard every song they recorded it was summer in the late 1970's Come to find out the woman who had hire me to babysit went to Las Vegas got drunk forgot what time it was I really thought something awful happened to her, I was only 17 years of age when this happen but I was very caution about babysitting after that.
Thanks for the recording I believe it rough to pick a favorite Led Zepplin song they are all so great.
The thing about Led Zeppelin is; they ain't one THING.
There's way too much there to ever " fit " in any musical box.
The band that more than others, spans the spectrum of " what is Rock. "
JOHN Paul Jones is so overlooked as a bass and keyboard player...top 5 all time.
I have always loved this song! I've been a Zep fan since 1970 something. I think Rick Beato broke this one down in a RUclips video, check it out. You will appreciate it more. Also, listen to it in the Autumn, when leaves are falling all around.
Yes, Beato does a great job!
Imagine if you will, a spring day and you two, alone, are headed somewhere fun that's an hour or two away. The windows are down, the wind is cooling but not colde. Pop in the head phones and crank this puppy up. You'll love the feeling!
STAIRWAY to HEAVEN should be your next song from them
I believe they've already done that one
@@hawkeyegeorge I think they only reacted to the cover performance by Heart's tribute to Led Zeppelin but not to LZ's. They should react to their 1973 live performance of "Stairway to Heaven" at Madison Square Garden - that one is so great!
@@alamc200 now that you say that, I believe you're right. That was a great version though!!
@@hawkeyegeorge they did Heart’s version not Led Zeppelin’s version.
"Thank You." Has a similar feel...
...another classic....
Please do " In the Light" by Led Zeppelin.
I wore that album out!
I was just thinking the song. But Im down for the whole album.
Back in the day, you could catch that panning listening on speakers. And back in the day, speaker technology was nowhere near where is is today. Of course, listening on even half-way adequate headphones gets you to where you can hear the little nuances like Bonham's off-beat beats and Page's exquisite guitar work hidden behind the out-front shredding track... Love the way it starts out smooth, light and silky, then BAM! What the...? Oh, that's right, it IS Led Zeppelin.
I could see Amber getting right into the deeper places in the groove - know what you are feeling, girl. This is one of my favourites.
💗🤍💙 You know this song is about the "Lord of the Rings"
This is, hands down, my favorite Zep song. I had all their albums but this one is my favorite...
Robert Plant purity of voice dig his solo work on the song "The Sea of Love" finest vocals some would argue ever. Try that. The video is funny as well.
That bass line is simply legendary and showcases the incredible talents of JPJ, who is so often the one people seem to ignore when compared to the other three members of this brilliant band.
I like this song a lot but it has never been a favorite of mine. Led Zeppelin have so many great songs so I am with J on this one. Good song and I love the LOTR reference but not my favorite either. Peace!
One of my fave Zeppelin songs. So many good memories.
The verse with Gollum and the evil one is the greatest verse in rock history. Don't care what your disagreement is. Greatest vocal verse in the history of rock music. :)
Yeah, you're right. I just googled greatest verse in rock history and that came up.
@@skiptowne5724 There you go. Straight facts Jack. ;)
Smeagol agrees
Too bad Robert Plant could never sound that good outside the studio....
@@skiptowne5724 Well done, you just pwned the OP...lol
The 70's what a time to be a teenager. Wore my Zeppelin t-shirt to high school. ❤
Did you catch the Lord of the Ring references?
This is the song that really made me appreciate the bass guitar.
John Paul Jones is an amazing musician, playing bass guitar, guitar piano, keyboards, organ, and mandolin. He still has a three neck acoustic guitar with a six string neck, twelve string neck and a mandolin neck, which has eight strings.
Both Robert Plant and Jimmy Page have both said in interviews that he is the best MUSICIAN in the band. John Paul Jones was THE most sought after session musician in London before joining The New Yardbirds, which is what Led Zeppelin was call before they settled on thwir name.
I'm guessing neither one of you have watched or read The Lord Of The Rings? If you haven't, you could react to the movies and you would understand this song better in the process.
It’s like from the Anglo Saxon period of Literature, specifically “Beowulf.”
What I love about Led Zeppelin is that they were true artists without compromise, which is why they’re revered as they are today… so I’m sure they would respect you not feeling that song but that dislike would change nothing about what they did. To tell a quick story, Ramble On is one of the deeper cuts from their second album. Led Zeppelin II really cemented their place as a top act on the rock scene, including mega-mega-hits like Whole Lotta Love and Heartbreaker.
Of course, the record label saw that and told Zeppelin that their next album should contain nothing but songs like those two hits… best for the profit margin, right? Zep said, “Sure…”, went back into the studio and produced Led Zeppelin III with a couple of legit bangers and a lot of really big departures from stuff like Heartbreaker too. Seething ballads like Since I’ve Been Loving You, way out there tracks like Gallows Pole and deep cut personal faves for me like That’s the Way. And guess what? It did fantastically well too, showing that the fans wanted what Zep wanted to make… thus paving the way for them to create Led Zeppelin IV, one of the greatest albums of all time.
They stayed true to their vision, and were rewarded for it… and that’s why they’ll always be one of my Holy Trinity of Rock (along with Yes and Rush). ☺️
BOO!!!! "Ramble On" is one of my all time FAVORITES!!! From the acoustic guitar, the amazing bass line (JPJ!!!) running throughout, Bonham's tasty and tastefully done drums and of course...Robert Plant's amazing vocals!!! Come on the high notes during the line "Gollum and the EEEEVILLL One crept up and slipped away with her..." Effin' Brilliant! Getting to see it performed live will always be one of the most amazing things I've ever experienced!
One of my favorite Zeppllin songs...one of the greatest bands of all time!
The best thing about Zepplin is that they are not a one dimensional band. They can be mellow and hard in the same song. They add elements of Indian, American folk and rockabilly at times. It’s a deep rabbit hole, you just scratched the surface.
Of all their songs this one is my favourite, such atmosphere!