Led Zeppelin - Stairway to Heaven

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“Stairway to Heaven” is one of the most iconic songs by the British rock band “Led Zeppelin”. It was composed by guitarist Jimmy Page and vocalist Robert Plant for the band's untitled fourth studio album, commonly known as Led Zeppelin IV”, released in 1971. The song is renowned for its epic length, intricate arrangement, and profound lyrics.

“Stairway to Heaven” begins softly with acoustic guitar and gradually builds in intensity, incorporating electric guitar, bass, drums, and eventually orchestral elements. The song features dynamic shifts in tempo and mood, showcasing the band's musical versatility and creativity. Robert Plant's vocals soar alongside Jimmy Page's intricate guitar work, creating a timeless and immersive listening experience.

The lyrics of “Stairway to Heaven” are often interpreted as allegorical, touching on themes of spirituality, enlightenment, and the pursuit of worldly success. The song's enigmatic imagery and evocative storytelling have contributed to its enduring popularity and status as one of the greatest rock songs of all time.

Led Zeppelin - Stairway to Heaven Lyrics

There's a lady who's sure all that glitters is gold
And she's buying a stairway to Heaven

When she gets there she knows, if the stores are all closed
With a word she can get what she came for

Ooh, ooh, and she's buying a stairway to Heaven

There's a sign on the wall, but she wants to be sure
'Cause you know sometimes words have two meanings

In a tree by the brook, there's a songbird who sings
Sometimes all of our thoughts are misgiven

Ooh, it makes me wonder
Ooh, makes me wonder

There's a feeling I get when I look to the West
And my spirit is crying for leaving

In my thoughts I have seen rings of smoke through the trees
And the voices of those who stand looking

Ooh, it makes me wonder
Ooh, really makes me wonder

And it's whispered that soon if we all call the tune
Then the piper will lead us to reason

And a new day will dawn for those who stand long
And the forests will echo with laughter

Oh-oh-oh-oh-whoa

If there's a bustle in your hedgerow, don't be alarmed now
It's just a spring clean for the May queen
Yes, there are two paths you can go by, but in the long run
There's still time to change the road you're on

And it makes me wonder
Ohh, whoa

Your head is humming, and it won't go, in case you don't know
The piper's calling you to join him

Dear lady, can you hear the wind blow? And did you know
Your stairway lies on the whispering wind?

And as we wind on down the road
Our shadows taller than our soul
There walks a lady we all know
Who shines white light and wants to show
How everything still turns to gold
And if you listen very hard
The tune will come to you at last
When all are one, and one is all
To be a rock and not to roll

And she's buying a stairway to Heaven