Quick: what is Led Zeppelin’s greatest song of any genré? Some younger readers might respond, “what’s a led zeppelin?” As a reminder, they are the 7th best-selling music artists in history, a rock band that had a legendary run from 1968 through 1980.
Here’s a list of the top nine selling music artists:
- The Beatles
- Michael Jackson
- Elvis Presley
- Elton John
- Queen
- Madonna
- Led Zeppelin
- Rihanna
- Pink Floyd
This series explores the best wedding songs by these artists. To the question posed at the outset, “Stairway to Heaven” stands out as Led Zeppelin’s iconic rock masterpiece. But it’s not a song for your wedding. So, did the rock band perform any good love songs suitable for your wedding reception? That’s a debatable question.
What are you looking for?
Do you have a nostalgic love for this classic rock band?
How about one of their songs, is it especially meaningful to you?
Here’s the deal: they aren’t known for songs that are a good fit for weddings. The songs are long and not particularly danceable. They feature extended guitar solos that are awesome in concert settings, less so for wedding celebrations.
Having said all of that, we like “Thank-You” written by band members Robert Plant and Jimmy Page. The first verse sets the stage for this love song:
“If the sun refused to shine,
I would still be loving you.
If the mountains crumble to the sea,
There will still be you and me.”
The imagery of these lyrics bring to mind a classic Gershwin jazz standard, “Love is Here to Stay,” from the 1930s that featured this line:
“In time the Rockies may crumble,
Gibraltor may tumble,
They’re only made of clay,
But, our love is here to stay.”
Is this a good Led Zeppelin wedding song? Perhaps. Take a listen to “Thank-you” above for a glimpse into the sound that made Led Zeppelin a band for the ages.
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In fact, we’ll recommend songs that are surefire hits for all ages. In other words, we work with you to play the music that packs dance floors and enhance it with decor lighting that creates an atmosphere of fun. Check us out!
