That's an obtuse statement. The creativity in The Rain Song surpasses even that of Stairway. It's in an unusual open tuning, and Page had to figure out all those parts accordingly. Stairway is in standard tuning thus easier to "put things together. The flow of The Rain Song from it's opening chords to the finger-picked outro is simply that of genius.
Led Zeppelin to me is my dad. When I hear Led Zeppelin, I feel my dad beside me. I can't imagine anything making me feel so close to him. I still have my father, I'm only 25, he's turning 56 this year. I know a day will come that I will either cling to these songs in rememberance, or be absolutely unable to listen to them at all. Only time will tell, but for now, I will simply enioy. I love you dad.
Dude, the fact that you not only thought about what you wrote, but actually wrote it out in a public space represents the strong closeness you have with your father. I am 1 year younger than your father and grew up with the same music. I hope that my son, who is 8, feels the same towards me as you do your father when he is 25. Your father has done well. Cheers to him! I'm happy for you both.
I am the exact same way, my best memories with my father was dancing around in my living room when I was a little kid with my father watching the song remains the same CD every week. His favorite band is zeppelin and he understands the beauty in their music as do I.
I am 57 and have 2 teenage boys. This is such a great tribute to your dad. He has successfully raised a loving son and now you share his love of music. There could be no greater gift for a father, unless perhaps you learned to play Rain Song on the guitar as well as the gentleman in this video and play it for your dad when he is feeling beat down.
It also might just be the most ridiculous thing I've ever stumbled upon. How is anyone on Earth this talented at guitar? Jesus, Mary, and Joseph.... what a talent.
In my opinion one of the most beautiful acoustic melodies ever written. Also one of my favorite Led Zeppelin songs. You have a lot of talent and taste for sure.
Yes, and this is not an easy tune to play properly,this guy nailed it but he's an accomplished guitarist/musician,this is not for beginners but that's stating the obvious I think
I posted a critical comment when I was stupid and immature (a long time ago). I just wanted to say what a brilliant musician you are. Your musical intuition is excellent. The little flourishes you add always complement the melody of the original song. Your interpretations are head and shoulders above most guitarists on RUclips.
10 years old and it never gets old, a hairs breath away from a million views and every single view is pure self indulgence by the listener, Bellissimo !!
This is the video i watched a thousand times that made me pick up the guitar again after not touching one for over 20 years !! I been playing every day since and today is 4 years
That is so fantastic to hear, John. I went in deep last year and researched acoustic/electric guitars for months; till I opted for an Alvarez Master Series. It's changed my life. It was worth every penny. And for me, it was a lot of pennies indeed. This video is a total inspiration. Actually brought me to tears today. It's been up for a decade and a half...and today was the first time I saw it/listened. What a gem amongst gems this man is. This rendition does Mr. Page proud.
Hey troubleclef, im just visiting old videos that helped me when I was learning to play guitar. Here I am 6 years later, and your video is still nice to watch and listen.
Haha, I was here in 2009 and this song was out of my league. Here I am again 4 years later. Giving it a go. This song embodies everything I love about music. The ability to emit emotion through sound. Perfect for a cold rainy day like today.
I still remember the day this album came out - Houses Of The Holy and I ran out to buy my favorite bands new album. I brought it home and put it on my Dads turn table and cranked it up to hear Song Remains The Same for the first time, I knew they had done it again and here I am 56 still loving them 41 years later although I have been listening to them about 45 years, I was in the 8th grade but know kids were different in those days. I had a deep appreciation for Led Zeppelin. If you weren't alive at the time when Zeppelin and so many other bands of that era were in their prime I don't know if you can truly appreciate it because it was much more than the music, it was a time and a era that only happened when it happened and I'm just thankful I was there. Not to talk down to anyone that wasn't but if you were there then you know what I'm talking about and yes even at 14 years old I was lucky enough to go on later to see Zeppelin twice. Then Page and plant, then just Plant and then The Firm which was awesome and I was in the front row. Concerts then were magical and stony as hell! again, if you were there you know what I mean. Great cover! You brought back a lot of memories for me and inspired me to play this song myself. It must feel good to know people are still watching and enjoying your video ten years later after you posted it. Thank you.
This is truly one of the most genius songs ever written by the hand of man. And this particular man, plays it with such feeling and perfect technique; I can loop it for hours and still want more.
This has been my favorite song to play ever since I first learned it about 20 years ago. There's something about it that just relaxes and makes me feel content.
I'm from Detroit (blow the reveille)! Here I am, returning years later. We all dream of being the BEST at something. You have created the BEST tribute ever! Don't believe me? Just read the comments. Somewhere. Sometime; Jimmy Page watched this and smiled. - Dave B.
5:19 I felt the coldness of my winter I never thought it would ever go I cursed the gloom that set upon us, 'pon us, 'pon us, 'pon us But I know that I love you so Oh, but I know That I love you so
These are the seasons of emotion And like the wind, they rise in fall This is the wonder of devotion I see the torch We all must hold This is the mystery of the quotient, quotient Upon us all, upon us all a little rain must fall...
This cover alone makes me feel like I’m in a pure white and never ending place and it’s just this guitar cover playing and as soon as the video ends I come back to reality
I don’t think I’d say he plays better than Jimmy Page. In my experience the expression “comparison is the thief of joy” -Roosevelt holds true. I would try to appreciate both of these guys for their great talent, and I’d even venture to say that the gentleman in the video would never think he’s better than Page and maybe even vice versa; I think they would respect each other’s talents. That’s just my two cents, I think this cover is beautiful.
Amidst the chaos and turmoil, when the world appears to be ablaze and disarrayed, this melodious composition never fails to transport me to a tranquil state of mind. ❤
Lady Dorleac; LoL; one of my first thoughts, just halfway through maybe the first few lines, were, "ooh, this gentleman could play me to sleep *any* day! Then, upon becoming more and more speechless - as he played on and on - and as my inner ears were being sucked out of my head by the incredible sound that my eyes were trying to reconcile to this man's adept fingering ... I felt foolishly ashamed at my first thought up there. But, between you and me? Mmm; I'd still adore that. What a virtuoso ... a master.
My father introduced me to this melody. Thanks to you when I was a young boy, i've learned how to play this song with this marvelous arrangement. Recently I've played to my dad, he's on his last days... It's one of his favourite songs ever. Thanks for this incomparable interpretation, my father rejoiced to hear it by my hands.
Pretty sure this dude is one of the main reasons I ever took guitar seriously in the first place in high school-particularly this video hit me hard and his Martha My Dear cover. 12 years later and im still at it :) Glad to see this spring up on my recommendations again ❤️
I'm probably responsible for about 200 views. It NEVER gets old. Ive been a Zeppelin fan since hearing them in '75. Your work here is flawless and I hope it will become an inspiration to a few more musical generations. Well done!
Well, you moved me. Inspired me, made me smile, I shook my head in adoration and as you wrapped up the end I put my hands together and said aloud..... bravo... bravo ! Thank you for that
I've been developing this song for awhile now. I, too, use the G-Suss-4 tuning. I am able to sing along with it. I can sing 'in tune'. But, my voice doesn't have a very good natural tonality. I thought I was pretty good on the guitar part. But, you're WAY ahead of me! You are the standard I hope to someday achieve. Songs like this are proof that songwriters in the modern era are right up there with the ancient masters. Great Job!! I will reach your level eventually. Thank you for the BENCHMARK!
Daaaaaaaaaang. I just cannot put into words how much I admire your commitment to reviving the emotions of Page's playing. Excellent technical precision, and it's wonderful to just see a video where the comments are (for the most part) actually devoid of toxicity and meaningless flaming. Lovely work sir. :)
I've been watching Mr. Clef for so long. He plays Jonesy's, Parts Bonham Parts, Pages Parts and Plants parts...I've been playing this song for 20 years, nobody can play it like Mr. Clef! Thanks for the video
You are simply amazing man. I watched a lot of your vids but this is by far the most beautiful one you do. The finger work is as spellbinding as the song.
@troubleclef ....You have been an unsung guitar hero of mine for a few years now. I do a few of your versions of tunes live and people love it. Yellow brick road, 3 by Steve Hackett and more. Thanks man. True craftsman.
Second that, including "Three by Hackett"...I'll check out "YBR"...revisiting this beautiful piece for the umpteenth time after forwarding the link to a friend (who replied "Amazing..."). And I'll be back again and again, because this version is better than Zep's. (Dodging the lightning bolt).
Geez, the more I listen to this rendition the more I realize how much of a masterpiece it is ~ I'm following you dude... lol. By that, I mean that I'm playing this the same way. I like Jun's version live version on the SG double-neck also... but all the little nuances and connecting notes in this version are awesome. Makes it so much more fun to play. I can just hear Robert singing .. which is more than I can say for most of the other versions on YT ~ the ability to silence the guitar and then project it.. this is what I've been talking about to a "certain" YT "compilation" guitarist who is NOT understanding this concept... regardless of what P.O.S he is playing on... good stuff... good shit.
It's a privilege to watch a Master Craftsman perform his studied trade...... looked so easy and natural, and those crystal clear notes are by no means easy.... Outstanding !!!
Matters not the facial expression... not in a RUclips video, unless you wanna be a comedian. This man has managed to grab the essence of this piece, which, trust me, is rare. Most guys learn the tuning (if they're lucky) and then just go through the motions.. NOT "E" motions, just motions. This man is obviously engrossed in the song and I can't help but wonder if he might just be reliving some days from the past in his mind, when he was younger, wilder... and possibly at a Led Zeppelin concert. No complaints or criticisms here, and I too play this song.. much the same way. "Variations on a theme" he could have pulled this off any way he wanted to and you would have known as a musician that he understood Jimmy Page. Everyone is entitled to their opinions and this is of course, the internet, but this man, had he been thrown into a Led Zep contest with "Rain Song" as the point of focus.. would more likely have won. Good job buddy. I doubt this man even reads his comments. He knows how he plays. He doesn't even need feedback (no pun intended)
After listening to this brilliant version for ten years, I finally got around to downloading the audio. I ran it through Logic Pro, eq’d it a touch and added some hall reverb. It sounds like you’re playing Madison Square Gardens, and you should be sir. Thank you.
Oh, man; Tim Stevens; how I would love to hear your re-mastered recording of this. I'm sure it would be an unforgettable experience; evoking at least one tear. Some of the most breathtaking ones are ... and this gentleman and his talent are just that. Unforgettable.
monkeylogique Wish you the best, my friend. When I was a teen, I intended to go to your country, Canada... but my life gone another ways... wo we are. Congrats
Awesome cover. Just want to point out to those who are saying this is better than Jimmy himself, what makes Jimmy the greatest musician ever is his ability to write a song like this. Truly amazing!!!
Covid 19 brought me here, after hearing another cover of this tune. Impressive cover, have listened twice and each time can imagine Jimmy page’s voice. Thanks for the listen.
This is a video that me and my friends come back to whenever we're having a really nice time. Can't believe it's been more than 10 years listening to this piece and still can't get enough
What Jimmy calls, "the Spanish bit" at the very end always makes my heart flutter. You are absolutely amazing. I pray you're still around and killin' it.
This song, not Stairway To Heaven, is Page's greatest composition.
You wouldn't ever say that if Stairway wasn't mainstream.
That's an obtuse statement. The creativity in The Rain Song surpasses even that of Stairway. It's in an unusual open tuning, and Page had to figure out all those parts accordingly. Stairway is in standard tuning thus easier to "put things together. The flow of The Rain Song from it's opening chords to the finger-picked outro is simply that of genius.
Agreed
Ten years gone...
My favorite Zeppelin song...well said.
Excellent cover by Steven Spielberg.
Derek Jimenez best hilarious comment I've ever read lol
It's one of his nephews, Barney Spielberg
Derek Jimenez lmao
fucking lol
LOLZ!
Led Zeppelin to me is my dad. When I hear Led Zeppelin, I feel my dad beside me. I can't imagine anything making me feel so close to him. I still have my father, I'm only 25, he's turning 56 this year. I know a day will come that I will either cling to these songs in rememberance, or be absolutely unable to listen to them at all. Only time will tell, but for now, I will simply enioy. I love you dad.
Dude, the fact that you not only thought about what you wrote, but actually wrote it out in a public space represents the strong closeness you have with your father. I am 1 year younger than your father and grew up with the same music. I hope that my son, who is 8, feels the same towards me as you do your father when he is 25. Your father has done well. Cheers to him! I'm happy for you both.
@@JaymzZeppelin lol classic!!!!
I am the exact same way, my best memories with my father was dancing around in my living room when I was a little kid with my father watching the song remains the same CD every week. His favorite band is zeppelin and he understands the beauty in their music as do I.
That was a very thoughtful sentiment...it sounds as though your Father is a very impressive fellow...hold that connection...
I am 57 and have 2 teenage boys. This is such a great tribute to your dad. He has successfully raised a loving son and now you share his love of music. There could be no greater gift for a father, unless perhaps you learned to play Rain Song on the guitar as well as the gentleman in this video and play it for your dad when he is feeling beat down.
After years, I come back to watch this video.
Me too, I was young then
That has to be the best cover of this song I have ever heard.
I agree!
Yep. Exquisite arrangement. Near-flawless performance.
No doubt.
It also might just be the most ridiculous thing I've ever stumbled upon. How is anyone on Earth this talented at guitar? Jesus, Mary, and Joseph.... what a talent.
gordon macaraeg yep. Spot on
I first watched this 10 or more years ago. I still come back now and then to witness the magic.
Me too. This is the best cover by far
Totes
SNAP!
Just impeccable! One of the best !
me too
My wife walked down the aisle to your rendition. Thank you.
Vode Exactly the same as the studio version.
That is a collosal compliment to Mr Clef and there mustn't have been a dry eye at the gathering.
That's as fine a compliment as anyone could ask for.
Great choice. Moving cover.
Great idea. Almost worth getting married again for.
In my opinion one of the most beautiful acoustic melodies ever written. Also one of my favorite Led Zeppelin songs. You have a lot of talent and taste for sure.
I agree
It really is .
My all time favorite for life. Guitar Genius!
Yes, and this is not an easy tune to play properly,this guy nailed it but he's an accomplished guitarist/musician,this is not for beginners but that's stating the obvious I think
@@MrBoreray just wondering...can you nail this song?? I'm going to start here today.
Some people say life is all about the little details.. and man.. you nailed it.
Of the hundreds of thousands of RUclips videos I’ve seen in the last 13 years or so this is still one of my top 10.
I posted a critical comment when I was stupid and immature (a long time ago). I just wanted to say what a brilliant musician you are. Your musical intuition is excellent. The little flourishes you add always complement the melody of the original song. Your interpretations are head and shoulders above most guitarists on RUclips.
Anothersatellite I have done that
Takes a big person to own up to it. We have all done it. Dont sweat it
Wow. Never thought id see the day. A mature person in a youtube comment section
Good on you...showed Character...hell even Im proud of your apology and I dont even know what your original comment was
What was the comment?
Of course he added the f**king bass line! Troubleclef never disappoints
Best cover of the best song by the best band ever. Incredible
Gregster360 I agree with the best band ever, but I could never just pinpoint one song as the best. Amazing song though.
This song and Ten Years Gone are Jimmy
Page masterpieces that are never mentioned. Great job👍🎸🎸🎸
Absolutely. Two of my favourites as well. Though choosing my favourite Zep song is like choosing my favourite time to breathe
I wish you were my upstairs neighbor...
Same here
The best I can have
10 years old and it never gets old, a hairs breath away from a million views and every single view is pure self indulgence by the listener, Bellissimo !!
It's a race to one million between this and "Love of my life". Which one will win?
Hopefully this one wins!
Brilliant how the bass lines are incorporated into the guitar structure of the song. I think Jimmy page would be impressed by this rendition.
I wouldn't doubt Page has seen this video.
I was thinking the exact same thing when I saw this.
This is the video i watched a thousand times that made me pick up the guitar again after not touching one for over 20 years !! I been playing every day since and today is 4 years
That is so fantastic to hear, John. I went in deep last year and researched acoustic/electric guitars for months; till I opted for an Alvarez Master Series. It's changed my life. It was worth every penny. And for me, it was a lot of pennies indeed. This video is a total inspiration. Actually brought me to tears today. It's been up for a decade and a half...and today was the first time I saw it/listened. What a gem amongst gems this man is. This rendition does Mr. Page proud.
By the way, your awesome comment earned you a sub. :)
@@TruthWiz thanks so much just subbed back 😁👋👋
The greatest I've ever seen on RUclips.
that's what i'm saying to myself since he delivered that cover... can't stop listening to that.... he is a master.
Hey troubleclef, im just visiting old videos that helped me when I was learning to play guitar. Here I am 6 years later, and your video is still nice to watch and listen.
Haha, I was here in 2009 and this song was out of my league. Here I am again 4 years later. Giving it a go. This song embodies everything I love about music. The ability to emit emotion through sound. Perfect for a cold rainy day like today.
I still remember the day this album came out - Houses Of The Holy and I ran out to buy my favorite bands new album. I brought it home and put it on my Dads turn table and cranked it up to hear Song Remains The Same for the first time, I knew they had done it again and here I am 56 still loving them 41 years later although I have been listening to them about 45 years, I was in the 8th grade but know kids were different in those days. I had a deep appreciation for Led Zeppelin. If you weren't alive at the time when Zeppelin and so many other bands of that era were in their prime I don't know if you can truly appreciate it because it was much more than the music, it was a time and a era that only happened when it happened and I'm just thankful I was there. Not to talk down to anyone that wasn't but if you were there then you know what I'm talking about and yes even at 14 years old I was lucky enough to go on later to see Zeppelin twice. Then Page and plant, then just Plant and then The Firm which was awesome and I was in the front row. Concerts then were magical and stony as hell! again, if you were there you know what I mean. Great cover! You brought back a lot of memories for me and inspired me to play this song myself. It must feel good to know people are still watching and enjoying your video ten years later after you posted it. Thank you.
I also ran to the record shop that very same day......happy daze.
Wow man. You got all of the really nice nuances.
"WHOE" Blew me away 😄🤘
This is truly one of the most genius songs ever written by the hand of man. And this particular man, plays it with such feeling and perfect technique; I can loop it for hours and still want more.
"Generous"?
@@davidhughes4448 Thank you for the heads up. Fixed it.
@@TruthWiz These things happen.
Sounds like a whole band is performing there. Absolutely perfect.
This has been my favorite song to play ever since I first learned it about 20 years ago. There's something about it that just relaxes and makes me feel content.
I'm from Detroit (blow the reveille)!
Here I am, returning years later.
We all dream of being the BEST at something.
You have created the BEST tribute ever!
Don't believe me? Just read the comments.
Somewhere. Sometime;
Jimmy Page watched this and smiled.
- Dave B.
Agreed.
Best tribute of all time!
Who's gonna do a tribute to THIS GUY?
5:19 I felt the coldness of my winter
I never thought it would ever go
I cursed the gloom that set upon us, 'pon us, 'pon us, 'pon us
But I know that I love you so
Oh, but I know
That I love you so
I came to your comment precisely at that point. Wow!!!
@@jimmiecisco
You two get a room!
These are the seasons of emotion
And like the wind, they rise in fall
This is the wonder of devotion
I see the torch
We all must hold
This is the mystery of the quotient, quotient
Upon us all, upon us all a little rain must fall...
This cover alone makes me feel like I’m in a pure white and never ending place and it’s just this guitar cover playing and as soon as the video ends I come back to reality
With almost a million views.... I'll bet someone has told Page about this; Jimmy himself has probably seen this video.
Hopefully he has it would be a shame if he hasn't
Honestly, dis guy here he plays a whole lotta better than Mr Page, all due respect eh...
Ratboy2004 are you from Canada
@@Ratboy2004 Page was playing it with a band and vocals, not as a more complex stand-alone instrumental.
I don’t think I’d say he plays better than Jimmy Page. In my experience the expression “comparison is the thief of joy” -Roosevelt holds true. I would try to appreciate both of these guys for their great talent, and I’d even venture to say that the gentleman in the video would never think he’s better than Page and maybe even vice versa; I think they would respect each other’s talents. That’s just my two cents, I think this cover is beautiful.
Amidst the chaos and turmoil, when the world appears to be ablaze and disarrayed, this melodious composition never fails to transport me to a tranquil state of mind. ❤
Thank You for sharing that. A gift…
This touched my soul. No words.
you have brought a smile to the faces of 1,308,026 people, how good is that
In everyone's life some rain must fall, but your cover of this song is the rainbow in the sky after the rain. Well done.
And off to dreamland I go to the relaxing sounds of this beautiful work of art...
Lady Dorleac; LoL; one of my first thoughts, just halfway through maybe the first few lines, were, "ooh, this gentleman could play me to sleep *any* day! Then, upon becoming more and more speechless - as he played on and on - and as my inner ears were being sucked out of my head by the incredible sound that my eyes were trying to reconcile to this man's adept fingering ... I felt foolishly ashamed at my first thought up there. But, between you and me? Mmm; I'd still adore that. What a virtuoso ... a master.
i can't even imagine creating this. it has so much depth
My father introduced me to this melody. Thanks to you when I was a young boy, i've learned how to play this song with this marvelous arrangement. Recently I've played to my dad, he's on his last days... It's one of his favourite songs ever. Thanks for this incomparable interpretation, my father rejoiced to hear it by my hands.
Pretty sure this dude is one of the main reasons I ever took guitar seriously in the first place in high school-particularly this video hit me hard and his Martha My Dear cover. 12 years later and im still at it :) Glad to see this spring up on my recommendations again ❤️
Wow.
Gets better every time I hear this.
This is pure magic. Thank God it's preserved on RUclips and thank you for sharing your gift with us, troubleclef.
this has been on youtube since 07 i can't believe I've just now found it. brilliant playing sir
Hope you are well Tony. Thank you for the years of total enjoyment.
This is by far the best rendition of "The Rain Song" I've ever heard, aside from Jimmy Page himself. And I know what I'm talking about.
I'm probably responsible for about 200 views. It NEVER gets old. Ive been a Zeppelin fan since hearing them in '75. Your work here is flawless and I hope it will become an inspiration to a few more musical generations. Well done!
Who are the low lives that didn't like this absolutely incredible cover? Nice job Troubleclef.
Well, you moved me. Inspired me, made me smile, I shook my head in adoration and as you wrapped up the end I put my hands together and said aloud..... bravo... bravo ! Thank you for that
I've been developing this song for awhile now. I, too, use the G-Suss-4 tuning. I am able to sing along with it. I can sing 'in tune'. But, my voice doesn't have a very good natural tonality. I thought I was pretty good on the guitar part. But, you're WAY ahead of me! You are the standard I hope to someday achieve. Songs like this are proof that songwriters in the modern era are right up there with the ancient masters. Great Job!! I will reach your level eventually. Thank you for the BENCHMARK!
Keep plugging!
Yea, sure you will. lol
the synergy between the bass picking, strums, and treble picking, is uncanny. this is the level of guitar mastery everyone should strive to achieve.
one of my favorite versions of the song. I keep revisiting every once in a while :) . Thanks maestro
So peaceful. I never get tired of listening to this version. Masterpiece
I agree 100%
Idk why the algorithm gave me this 14 years after being uploaded, but I'm glad it did
You and 1.3 million others!
Daaaaaaaaaang. I just cannot put into words how much I admire your commitment to reviving the emotions of Page's playing. Excellent technical precision, and it's wonderful to just see a video where the comments are (for the most part) actually devoid of toxicity and meaningless flaming. Lovely work sir. :)
Very nice. I've been working on this in standard tuning but yours is exceptional. I will learn in altered tuning too.
Excellent cover, one of Pages best compositions, this is what separated him from his contemporaries, his acoustic playing is beyond reproach....
The best cover I have heard - brilliant!
この人上手すぎる。
ジミー・ペイジあっての事だけど、とんでもない曲だと思う。最後まで考えたジミー・ペイジが偉い。
I'm crying, because it is too beautiful
10 Years and counting, this remains the best cover of The Rain Song on RUclips. May the song remain the same in years to come. Well done, sir!
Still as awesome as it was when I first saw it six years ago.
Haha he gets crazy at 05:06! And plays it perfectly.
I've been watching Mr. Clef for so long. He plays Jonesy's, Parts Bonham Parts, Pages Parts and Plants parts...I've been playing this song for 20 years, nobody can play it like Mr. Clef! Thanks for the video
You are simply amazing man. I watched a lot of your vids but this is by far the most beautiful one you do. The finger work is as spellbinding as the song.
Still the greatest cover in 2023
this is the best cover of the rain song ever
@troubleclef ....You have been an unsung guitar hero of mine for a few years now. I do a few of your versions of tunes live and people love it. Yellow brick road, 3 by Steve Hackett and more. Thanks man. True craftsman.
+Doc G thanks, Doc. Yeah, that 'yellow brick' does go over well live.
Second that, including "Three by Hackett"...I'll check out "YBR"...revisiting this beautiful piece for the umpteenth time after forwarding the link to a friend (who replied "Amazing..."). And I'll be back again and again, because this version is better than Zep's. (Dodging the lightning bolt).
that ending...you are a talented man
"Just a little Rain". Sends me RIGHT Back! Thank you!
Geez, the more I listen to this rendition the more I realize how much of a masterpiece it is ~ I'm following you dude... lol. By that, I mean that I'm playing this the same way. I like Jun's version live version on the SG double-neck also... but all the little nuances and connecting notes in this version are awesome. Makes it so much more fun to play. I can just hear Robert singing .. which is more than I can say for most of the other versions on YT ~ the ability to silence the guitar and then project it.. this is what I've been talking about to a "certain" YT "compilation" guitarist who is NOT understanding this concept... regardless of what P.O.S he is playing on... good stuff... good shit.
Obviously a Genius, outstanding !!
It's a privilege to watch a Master Craftsman perform his
studied trade...... looked so easy and natural, and those crystal clear notes are by no means easy....
Outstanding !!!
Matters not the facial expression... not in a RUclips video, unless you wanna be a comedian. This man has managed to grab the essence of this piece, which, trust me, is rare. Most guys learn the tuning (if they're lucky) and then just go through the motions.. NOT "E" motions, just motions. This man is obviously engrossed in the song and I can't help but wonder if he might just be reliving some days from the past in his mind, when he was younger, wilder... and possibly at a Led Zeppelin concert. No complaints or criticisms here, and I too play this song.. much the same way. "Variations on a theme" he could have pulled this off any way he wanted to and you would have known as a musician that he understood Jimmy Page. Everyone is entitled to their opinions and this is of course, the internet, but this man, had he been thrown into a Led Zep contest with "Rain Song" as the point of focus.. would more likely have won. Good job buddy. I doubt this man even reads his comments. He knows how he plays. He doesn't even need feedback (no pun intended)
That was fucking masterful. beautiful. flawless.
Nice to come back and visit and listen to your beautiful rendition. Thank you for sharing your talent and touching interpretations of wonderful music.
effen amazing, great sound too!
After listening to this brilliant version for ten years, I finally got around to downloading the audio. I ran it through Logic Pro, eq’d it a touch and added some hall reverb. It sounds like you’re playing Madison Square Gardens, and you should be sir. Thank you.
Oh, man; Tim Stevens; how I would love to hear your re-mastered recording of this. I'm sure it would be an unforgettable experience; evoking at least one tear. Some of the most breathtaking ones are ... and this gentleman and his talent are just that. Unforgettable.
cmeride79 Send me a message and I’ll send it to you :)
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When you realized that the last time this man posted a video was 5 years ago and he might never know how much we appreciate him.
Very nice. Congrats from Brazil.
Nobody gives a shit where you're from. We're all trapped on earth together.
xXFraudXx All you need is love... and to be loved... better let somebody loves you before too late...
Antonio Alberto Gati Mietto rsrsrs... típico de brasileiro... abraços, amigo.
monkeylogique Wish you the best, my friend. When I was a teen, I intended to go to your country, Canada... but my life gone another ways... wo we are. Congrats
You guys are fuckin gay.
Better than Jimmy’s version 😂 outstanding man!!
Awesome cover. Just want to point out to those who are saying this is better than Jimmy himself, what makes Jimmy the greatest musician ever is his ability to write a song like this. Truly amazing!!!
Top drawer dude. It's a difficult piece.
Covid 19 brought me here, after hearing another cover of this tune. Impressive cover, have listened twice and each time can imagine Jimmy page’s voice. Thanks for the listen.
You mean Robert Plant, but that's cool.
Lol, right you are, JP was the guitar master
This is fantastic! Arguably the best Zep song
I wonder how many years of dedication and practice it must have taken to achieve this level of command over the instrument!
We get it, you sold your soul to be this good.
Best response ever
This is a video that me and my friends come back to whenever we're having a really nice time. Can't believe it's been more than 10 years listening to this piece and still can't get enough
rumor has it that this is jimmy page himself
Fluid and nuanced, clear and clean. Beautifully done. Tuning?
Fuggin EXCELLENT ... 4 years later and the piece STILL moves me ..
FUCKING AMAZING!
WOW.....!
What Jimmy calls, "the Spanish bit" at the very end always makes my heart flutter. You are absolutely amazing. I pray you're still around and killin' it.
GREAT!!! who the F****** press the dont like button?
Sounds as good as Jimmy Page!
R John Mitchell I'd say better.
Jesus Christ Well Jesus said it.
+X Hawks AMEN!!!
Sorry. But actually better
What makes a great performance... a great performance?! When the artist completely and utterly captures the spirit of the song and brings it alive!
who the fuck gave this a thumbs down?
+MarioLoco03 I know right?
+MarioLoco03 I feel your pain man! Probably some fuck looking for an AC/DC riff!! Ahahaha! LOL!!! Cheerio!
I didn't know Steve Jobs played the guitar
Dude is that the best you can contribute? Pitiful!
It’s actually steven spielburg
I'm here again. Several years have passed but still no one one youtube did it better than this man. Amazing performance of genius thing.
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Alternate tuning for this one-----above my pay grade.
One of the most beautiful covers of one of the most beautiful songs. Church!
Amazing acoustic performance. ❤️