"Stairway to Heaven" by Led Zeppelin is an iconic rock anthem that unfolds like a musical journey. Released in 1971, the song showcases the band's musical prowess and lyrical depth.
Beginning with a gentle acoustic guitar intro, it gradually builds in intensity, blending Robert Plant's soulful vocals with Jimmy Page's intricate guitar work. The lyrics, penned by Plant, explore spiritual themes and existential questions, creating a poetic narrative.
As the song progresses, it transforms from a serene ballad into a powerful rock crescendo, complete with soaring guitar solos and dynamic instrumentation.
"Stairway to Heaven" is celebrated for its timeless appeal, earning a place as one of the greatest rock compositions of all time. Its enigmatic lyrics and musical craftsmanship continue to captivate listeners, ensuring its enduring legacy in the annals of rock history.
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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
Oh oh oh oh 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 misgiving
Ooh, it makes me wonder
Ooh, it 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 standing looking
Ooh, it makes me wonder
Ooh, it 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
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
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
