Stairway to Heaven: Led Zeppelin's Hero's Journey

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  • @Polyphonic
    @Polyphonic  5 ปีที่แล้ว +523

    Hey guys, thank you so much for your support. The rest of the videos are available now at Nebula. You can start a 7 day free trial to check them out. I'm going to be doing more Nebula original content in the future, as well as posting some videos early there. I'm really excited about this platform so please check it out. If you go to watchnebula.com/polyphonic, you can take a look for yourself.

    • @buccastudios2522
      @buccastudios2522 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      GERAL CERAL

    • @thevfxmancolorizationvfxex4051
      @thevfxmancolorizationvfxex4051 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Does that mean you won't post on TH-cam anymore?

    • @plasmablobfish4455
      @plasmablobfish4455 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@buccastudios2522 Classic lol

    • @Polyphonic
      @Polyphonic  5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      No, I will still be posting new videos to TH-cam every week.

    • @thevfxmancolorizationvfxex4051
      @thevfxmancolorizationvfxex4051 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Polyphonic So what about the other parts? Will they stay at Nebula? Or will you attempt to post them on TH-cam as well?

  • @JamoboBorg
    @JamoboBorg 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1761

    Gotta watch quickly before the copyright monster strikes!

    • @silvashreds4561
      @silvashreds4561 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Jacob Borg VERY TRUE

    • @tooties545
      @tooties545 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      No, this is okay.

    • @carpejkdiem
      @carpejkdiem 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm surprised if that's true because the content matches their own beliefs.

    • @ChrisLawton66
      @ChrisLawton66 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@tooties545 as he explains towards the end of the video, that doesn't matter.

    • @masonharris9166
      @masonharris9166 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@carpejkdiem Not really. Zeppelin always followed Copyright law to the best of their ability with the exception of Dazed and Confused and that was more the Yard Birds mistakes. They made a few mistakes but always fixed them later on.

  • @Iganaka
    @Iganaka 5 ปีที่แล้ว +604

    My dad's favorite band was Led Zepplin. Had all their records, listened to them all the time. He said that when he died, he wanted Stairway To Heaven played at his funeral. October of 2013 he got his wish.
    It's hard to listen to this song, even today. But every time I hear it, I'm back in my childhood home, in the living room where I first remember hearing this song. And he's there. Happy and laughing.
    Led Zepplin holds a special place in my heart, and I'm super glad I stumbled onto your channel. And I'm excited for this little series you're doing.

    • @MJEvermore853
      @MJEvermore853 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Iganaka 77...❤️👍

    • @huss2600
      @huss2600 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      How did he pass away?

    • @scotchike_92
      @scotchike_92 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I feel the same way about Free Bird.

    • @Iganaka
      @Iganaka 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@huss2600 liver issues.

    • @goose5922
      @goose5922 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sad
      The wholesome

  • @karstenroelofs9216
    @karstenroelofs9216 5 ปีที่แล้ว +158

    “There’s a feeling I get when I look to the west” always hits me so hard for some reason. It’s so melancholic yet exiting at the same time, it makes me want to go out and explore the wild and breath in the fresh air while looking over a valley with morning mist and silver sun and wind upon my hair. Such a powerful lyric!

    • @holywine7779
      @holywine7779 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      In the occult the four points of the compass are a big deal. If you watch concert footage of Zep at this time, Jimmy Page always "creates" an incantation space using the bow he played guitar with. Those people were unknowingly taking part in Ceremonial Majick; opening a door for something to pass through. Enjoy it but be aware and protect yourself at the same time. (music industry alum).

    • @whatupinvaders198
      @whatupinvaders198 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That line always reminds me of Luke staring at the two suns on tatoiine

  • @Olivesandeggs
    @Olivesandeggs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    The ‘look to the west’ line always makes me tremble and sometimes cry. It’s such a weird visceral reaction, but as someone raised on Star Wars and desperate to breakout of my comfortable, cushy cage of a life, it always gets me

    • @colleenross8752
      @colleenross8752 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I think of LOTR with that line. Of the Elves (except for Arwen) are looking to the West, to the Sea, to their home of Valinor

  • @PeterTea
    @PeterTea 5 ปีที่แล้ว +628

    A Polyphonic breakdown of Stairway to Heaven? Me: Smash play button with gusto!

  • @ThatOneGuy7550
    @ThatOneGuy7550 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1469

    Led Zeppelin!

  • @grrggrrg4805
    @grrggrrg4805 5 ปีที่แล้ว +255

    This is the definitive guitar song. It transitions from the acoustic intro to the electric rhythm to the legendary guitar solo so perfectly.

    • @bajablast3356
      @bajablast3356 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It is such a simple song, but it sounds so perfect

    • @grrggrrg4805
      @grrggrrg4805 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@bajablast3356 perfect yes. Simple, oh my God no. Listen to the transition between the middle and the solo and try to find the beat. It's a very musically complex song.

    • @bajablast3356
      @bajablast3356 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@grrggrrg4805 I can see what you mean, I meant In terms of sheet music wise and performance

    • @ThinWhiteAxe
      @ThinWhiteAxe 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I'd nominate The Rain Song.

    • @keegan1948
      @keegan1948 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      My student just started learning how to play the guitar 2 months ago. Hes' never heard of this song and I told him no one is a guitarist until they've listened to Stairway to Heaven. He promptly listened to it after class and told me he didn't like it lol

  • @TheFarmanimalfriend
    @TheFarmanimalfriend 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Led Zeppelin is the finest rock band to have ever walked the earth. Thumbs up if you agree.

    • @metalwhore
      @metalwhore 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What abt Pink Floyd….?

  • @maxmatson1578
    @maxmatson1578 5 ปีที่แล้ว +179

    I always saw the song as escaping addiction! the beginning line "she's buying a Stairway to Heaven" is getting a fix, and the line "the Pipers calling you to join him" that's self-destructive addiction, and the line "there's still time to change the road you're on!?" is the Moment of clarity!, and "to be a rock and not to roll" is the conviction of staying sober / clean!

    • @amanismith3690
      @amanismith3690 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      it’s open to be interpreted in so many ways, depending on who you are it’s different and that’s what makes it the greatest rock song ever. gotta love it

    • @maxmatson1578
      @maxmatson1578 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@amanismith3690 in agreement👍

    • @saumyakraj1462
      @saumyakraj1462 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's a wonderful interpretation!

    • @maxmatson1578
      @maxmatson1578 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@saumyakraj1462 Thank You🙏 that song help get me through some dark times👍✌

    • @scottydub5785
      @scottydub5785 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I agree, that's a superb interpretation; I'm not sure it's what Zep had in mind at that point in their lives/career but it's pretty solid

  • @evilbob5270
    @evilbob5270 5 ปีที่แล้ว +364

    Polyphonic presents
    Led Zeppelin's epics
    Part 1: Stairway to Heaven
    Part 1. PART ONE? PART ONE!!! Yes. YES!!! YESSSSSSSS!!!!!!
    Looking forward to this ride...

    • @safetyman4967
      @safetyman4967 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      The rest is on nebula and (dont quote me) only on nebula

    • @masterballs8571
      @masterballs8571 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      You need to pay

    • @safwannizam2932
      @safwannizam2932 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Evil Bob he better do ten years gone that’s such a masterpiece of layering and production

    • @ankitbhandari3354
      @ankitbhandari3354 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      If you find the other parts please let know

  • @juliorn1243
    @juliorn1243 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    In Germany every year the swr1 Hitparade takes place in radio. It's a show that goes on for days and lists the top 1000 best songs of all time (voted by the listernes) and EVERY year stairway to heaven is number one

  • @Axxa3095
    @Axxa3095 5 ปีที่แล้ว +167

    Stairway to heaven was played at my grandma's funeral, so I respect this song greatly

    • @johndeecee
      @johndeecee 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I feel the same way towards my grandma as you do...I am feeling your pain

  • @jacobking2477
    @jacobking2477 5 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Finally, a video about the most iconic rock song.

  • @XxSkydog71xX
    @XxSkydog71xX 5 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Aye Zeppelin has taken me through the ups and downs of my life. They are the real goats🔥🔥

    • @ThinWhiteAxe
      @ThinWhiteAxe 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Well, two of them were Capricorns which represents a constellation of a goat with a fish's tail so, yes, they are goats

  • @brown22sugar25
    @brown22sugar25 5 ปีที่แล้ว +352

    0:27 Could’ve said “and if you listen very hard”

  • @paisleyprincess7996
    @paisleyprincess7996 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Stairway to heaven synopsis: break away from your ordinary life, explore music, let it take you on a journey, let it be your guide, and become better because of it. Love it!

  • @zaameer6104
    @zaameer6104 5 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    I am sure this polyphonic guy was a topper when it came to presentation.

  • @joshmyrs123
    @joshmyrs123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The reason it says "your head is humming and it won't go" is because sometimes people hear a humming sound and some people believe that it is a spirit trying to talk to them , in this case is the piper trying to talk to the lady shown by " in case you don't know, the piper's calling you to join him" some believe that the piper is not an angel from heaven though but I'll let you be the judge off that.

  • @Kennyiaf
    @Kennyiaf 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Man... I have always feel STH is like a heroic poem... and you put them all to words perfectly

  • @TheModernPioneer
    @TheModernPioneer 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Greatest band of all time.

  • @XXAbbott
    @XXAbbott 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This is my favorite song, as Zeppelin is my favorite band. And this song on LSD was one of the most incredible things I've ever felt/experienced. It is a purely indescribably, amazingly, beautiful song.

  • @theprotagonist6057
    @theprotagonist6057 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    the grandfather and pinnacle of all long-form epic rock songs

    • @azranightwielder4449
      @azranightwielder4449 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nah man, that's Close to The Edge

    • @knowyourroleboulevard7119
      @knowyourroleboulevard7119 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The grandfather? So we act like the 60's never existed.

    • @1pcfred
      @1pcfred ปีที่แล้ว

      @@azranightwielder4449 In a Gadda Da Vida!

  • @AndrewHarshy
    @AndrewHarshy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    Jimi Hendrix video and now Led Zeppelin! Let’s go

  • @jacemeldrum5052
    @jacemeldrum5052 5 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    What I find particularly interesting about this song is that, contrary to the allegations that it has hidden demonic messages, it's main theme is quite moral and even noble: you can't buy your way into heaven, no matter how you try to rationalize otherwise, but you can change-it's never to late to choose to be better.

  • @lerotoculteux2139
    @lerotoculteux2139 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    The visuals of this video are frigg'in stunning!

  • @titaramirez378
    @titaramirez378 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My name is Joseph from Lima, Perú but I live in other South American country with my girlfriend.
    I love ROCK, HARD ROCK, METAL and ROCK POP, too.
    Especially, Old School, British bands of 60s to 90s.
    I have watched this fantastic video in real time 20 minutes ago and enjoy it so much.
    I would like to have friends around the world that have my same musical tastes.
    See you soon!
    Long live the Rock !

    • @theego2897
      @theego2897 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same from NYC, North America, brother.

    • @titaramirez378
      @titaramirez378 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@theego2897
      Hey Male, what's up?
      How are you?

    • @theego2897
      @theego2897 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@titaramirez378 good, I was just playing to Led Zeppelin on my drums!

    • @titaramirez378
      @titaramirez378 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@theego2897
      Great !.
      *Zeppelin is in my Favorite Bands Top 5.*

    • @theego2897
      @theego2897 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@titaramirez378 😊👍

  • @andyroo2334
    @andyroo2334 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My mom grew up in the Soviet Union, but as a teenager in the early and mid 80s, she was able to get her hands on foreign music. Stairway to Heaven was her favorite. Kinda like her own heroes journey. Living in a totalitarian state, getting a call (this song and others like it), then coming to America.

  • @avi_s0ncin0
    @avi_s0ncin0 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    The part about Plant's "abstract" writing is exactly what I was thinking about while on a Zepp binge not long ago. Many Progressive bands during that era, for example Genesis wrote some very detailed in- depth, and somewhat comic/odd lyrics.While Zeppelin originally was more bluesy and less refined in their lyrics, I think that their third album is where Plant/Page first start writing about more in-depth meaningful topics, or often Medieval-ish Viking fairy tale style lyrics, much like Genesis. The difference is that Plant wrote much differently that Peter Gabriel, using that abstract style of writing that was unique to him, which really allow listeners to make their own opinions on the meaning of the song.

  • @ИванБыков-н8э
    @ИванБыков-н8э 5 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Stairway to Heaven is literally the greatest song and music piece of all time.

  • @renatols1995
    @renatols1995 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The definitive first song I played on guitar and the reason I took up the guitar and started playing music. I remember we and my very first band covered this song for a charity event for children who weren't used to rock music at all and it was wonderful to see them staring in silence to such epic being covered (even though we were not even average at that time). To this day this song still has a very special place in our soul for us.

  • @JakubbbO
    @JakubbbO 5 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    I have never stopped listening to Stairway to heaven to watch a video on yt before

  • @unfriendlyspoon1964
    @unfriendlyspoon1964 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I go through really bad bouts of depression and when it gets its worst I always find my self listening to zeppelin playlists and this song has always picked me up, I love this breakdown video too

  • @duantorruellas716
    @duantorruellas716 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great job on this , when you pulled out Campbell to explain the hero's journey I knew you were going in. You did justice to this great masterpiece Zeppelin left us. This still is one of my favorite bands for many reasons , so thanks for something very magickal.

  • @danielbridges7260
    @danielbridges7260 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I remember my youth...inhaling a joint and listening to Stairway...the song was so intoxicating it not only drew you in but you became part of the song by singing along .....and yes I thought I could sing..but then so did everyone else who sang along with Stairway

  • @Guacamole42
    @Guacamole42 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    To me, life itself is the hero's journey. You start to live it and when you grow older you get the prizes along the way, knowledge, wisdom, love, understanding. Only if you followed the path that is inside each one of us. This is the biggest test, our defining moment to make us walk this hero path of our life, dare we follow ourselves.

  • @nateanara6126
    @nateanara6126 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One more, the genius of the song lies in the tempo between Jimmy and Bonham just before guitar jamming.... just heavenly yet excellent!!

  • @rogerbetancourt1701
    @rogerbetancourt1701 5 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    How about a whole series on Led Zeppelin? Song ideas: Dazed And Confused, Whole Lotta Love, Since I’ve Been Loving You, When The Levee Breaks, No Quarter, Kashmir, Achilles Last Stand....etc

  • @treylennon4858
    @treylennon4858 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This song gives me chills every time I hear it. By far the best song of all time. Zeppelin forever

  • @subhabera5775
    @subhabera5775 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Best explanation of Stairway to Heaven. Handsdown!

  • @markfetherman6593
    @markfetherman6593 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bloody fabulous! Thanks for mentioning Joseph Campbell and the Hero's Journey.

  • @quackattack357
    @quackattack357 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This is the greatest video ever

  • @DiscreetHobo
    @DiscreetHobo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When Page changes to strummed chords it gives me musical chills every time...

  • @nickkojo
    @nickkojo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You’re videos (editing, writing, style) keep getting better and better, keep up the great work!

  • @leslielousma7913
    @leslielousma7913 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Our son (34) got his first tattoo of Zoso at 18. He had learned to play SWTH on guitar before he was a teen. I love that he still plays the guitar.

  • @CaptainDeadeye_enderzombie_688
    @CaptainDeadeye_enderzombie_688 5 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    It's about damn time you did a video on Stairway

  • @DragonFromAnotherWorld
    @DragonFromAnotherWorld 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The Greatest Band In the History of Time
    *Led* fucking *Zeppelin*

  • @thugaddict
    @thugaddict 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love the use of the snippets from the Madison Square Garden performance.

  • @mikeyrebs8259
    @mikeyrebs8259 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job I'm 57 Zepplin could never get old because each time you listen to their songs, they mean something different what's going on in your Life, Music is almost a lost art sad thing with out music there is nothing, Music is the Universal language Peace out !!~

  • @thelastminuteman7513
    @thelastminuteman7513 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I used to play The Elder Scrolls Oblivion with Stairway on repeat.

  • @adrianlee3497
    @adrianlee3497 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm sure Robert and Jimmy would especially love this video. We are all connected, "when all are one and one is all".

  • @davidghost2913
    @davidghost2913 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That was superb...and well worth watching.Greatest translation of the song.Thank you.🔊🎸👍

  • @hxd3620
    @hxd3620 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I waited my whole life for this vedio and I'm not being dramatic. This is song is out of this world. Led zeppelin stole a song from heaven.

  • @noahsarsam9685
    @noahsarsam9685 5 ปีที่แล้ว +103

    Awesome! Stairway is unmatched! This is a wonderful video... also, could you do a video on Black Sabbath's War Pigs?

  • @tanvirrayhanrifat8118
    @tanvirrayhanrifat8118 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Probably the best video I have ever seen on TH-cam!!

  • @barelyahu7854
    @barelyahu7854 5 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    ACHILLES LAST STAND OMG

    • @Tepekegoat68
      @Tepekegoat68 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Bar Ely IMO Achilles is their best. Potent song. Just epic! 🤘🔥👍

  • @mathiasrain1480
    @mathiasrain1480 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of the most influential and powerful not to mention important songs of all time..also one of my favorites from my favorite band..great job with this video

  • @audio-video-stereo
    @audio-video-stereo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was good. The sonic wave chart of the entire piece was fascinating.

  • @JoshuaBurnellMusic
    @JoshuaBurnellMusic 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great to hear Martin Carthy sneaking in there with Scarborough Fair! He just did a different version on the new Waterson : Carthy album.

  • @PeterTea
    @PeterTea 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    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 the stairway to heaven

  • @OneLove970
    @OneLove970 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I believe Stairway to Heaven is a song about meditation and the journey inside yourself to reach inner peace and harmony. The journey to Spiritual Heaven. The song is a message. A song of hope...

  • @joe.k2982
    @joe.k2982 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great video, i'v always had troubles explaining to people why this song is so good, now I shall be sending them your way.

    • @kozhikkaalan
      @kozhikkaalan 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Who are these peasants who need convincing that this is a legendary song?

  • @stijn4771
    @stijn4771 5 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    Polyphonic: Stairway to Heaven is Led Zeppelin at the height of their powers.
    Me: Analysis of Stairway to Heaven is Polyphonic at the height of his powers

    • @alexroberts9349
      @alexroberts9349 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      As great as stairway is I believe Kashmir and Achilles last stand are Zeppelin at there best.

    • @joaquinlezcano2372
      @joaquinlezcano2372 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@alexroberts9349 no quarter?

    • @alexroberts9349
      @alexroberts9349 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@joaquinlezcano2372 yep.

  • @ericdanialnavarijo3849
    @ericdanialnavarijo3849 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have heard so many interpretations of stairway to heaven but this honestly makes more sence than any other reason and it honestly makes me like the song even more. This song is what made me get started in rock and is my favorite song from led zeppelin!

  • @Worldlierstar77
    @Worldlierstar77 5 ปีที่แล้ว +100

    That Nebula service looks amazing, just kinda a shame I'm too poor for it

    • @benheinz8817
      @benheinz8817 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Unfortunately, I don't think it'll take off beacuse it's a subscription service.

    • @chitownbearsfan34
      @chitownbearsfan34 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Ben Heinz Yep. Why pay for what you can get for free? If they want to be taken seriously, it will have to be free.

    • @total2blue
      @total2blue 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@chitownbearsfan34 - I agree, they should make it free with ads, or optionally subscription without ads.

    • @danevans3333
      @danevans3333 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Unfortunately its why TH-cam will forever hold a monopoly. The free video streaming service idea is terrible as a business. TH-cam took about a decade to start breaking even, just so happened that it had deep pocketed backers to support it. Now we have a broken and crap service that makes watching videos we want difficult that makes it hard to be a content creator to which the only alternatives are ones you have to pay for. There's already netflix and prime and disney plus and etc etc etc etc so how on Earth everyone is going to be able to keep up with all these subscriptions is far beyond me. Welcome to 2019 guys, the internet has become the new cable television, pick which channels you want

    • @Payin_Attention
      @Payin_Attention 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@danevans3333 Correct. Google loses money on TH-cam simply to keep it going as a "free" video streaming service, thereby being able to squash content that goes against their postmodernist politics. So long as TH-cam exists there's no hope for a service like Nebula, even though $5/month is a very fair price. And I can prove i'm correct because BitChute, which is also free and pledges not to censor like TH-cam does, is routinely vilified in the media as "Muh Knot-zeeez." This is to keep anyone who doesn't want to be thought of as a bad person from checking out the site.

  • @aaronmutch1883
    @aaronmutch1883 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve heard this song what seems like thousands of times. I still get chills when jimmy goes ham and bonham let’s loose.

  • @kentstadulis4350
    @kentstadulis4350 5 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    If this video gets taken down for copyright:
    No Stairway. Denied.

  • @neilhansen49
    @neilhansen49 ปีที่แล้ว

    The hero's journey presented fearlessly by Zep is what makes us all look up to them so enthusiastically. Well done video Poly!

  • @TheBissani
    @TheBissani 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Congratulations on your great editing, loved the video!

  • @HacksoreTvPro
    @HacksoreTvPro 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Rainbow's first few albums are also full of medieval music and lyrics. Catch The Rainbow and Temple of the King are my personal favourites!

  • @honeysucklemoon6251
    @honeysucklemoon6251 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Brilliant explanation of this music and the lyrics. I have always felt this while listening - have been transported to Middle Earth. Very Lord of the Rings inspired. I love your analysis.

  • @buddymadog
    @buddymadog 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My favourite song. Truly the best song ever written, it is better than bohemian rhapsody. You can argue. Doesn’t mean you’re right. :)

    • @alternativetentacles1760
      @alternativetentacles1760 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jonathan McCann Innuendo is probably Queen’s best song. Not Bohemian Rhapsody. And as a concept song off Led Zeppelin 4, When the Levee Breaks is better than Stairway to Heaven. Only because they stepped it up with the audio experience. You can hear and feel the narration of the song going underwater at the end. It feels “fifth dimensional.” But yeah the guitar solo in Stairway is one of their best. I still prefer the violin bow guitar solo from Dazed and Confused. They have so many amazing songs. It’s hard to pick. But Stairway never makes it into my top ten Led Zeppelin songs.

  • @EverydayAvenger
    @EverydayAvenger 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Truly, the greatest song of all time. The only modern song worthy of sitting at the table of immortals with beethoven, mozart, paganini... great video!

  • @bherrin67
    @bherrin67 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just joined Nebula so I could see more of your videos. Please keep doing them. Your music analysis is insightful and always makes me think of songs, albums, artists that I have loved in different ways, allowing me to discover more about why I love them. Thanks for all the effort in giving us your work.

  • @louiespade2297
    @louiespade2297 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    And my spirit is crying for leaving

  • @ShaggyDustbin
    @ShaggyDustbin 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video made me cry a little bit, it’s absolutely beautiful and so powerful. Bless the art of music 😭❤️🥹

  • @PetraKann
    @PetraKann 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Did you mention the fact that the tempo increases as the song progresses?
    At the time this song was recorded varying the tempo of a song was rare - especially in mainstream music.
    Stairway to Heaven isn't even Led Zep's best song imo. I have at least 4 Led Zep creations ahead of Stairway to Heaven - frightening isnt it. Great band. There was something special about the musical output from about 1966 to 1976 in the pop genre

  • @thegood9
    @thegood9 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yep, when I was a kid in my bedroom listening to LZ IV on my stereo, before I got jaded by hearing this song a gazillion times over the radio, reading those lyrics and listening to this song transported me to another place, another time. It is unique in how transcendental it is. You nailed it!

  • @franug
    @franug 5 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    OMG this is great and I can’t wait to watch the other two! Achilles Last Stand is amazing!

  • @tranaproductions
    @tranaproductions 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    YES! Finally you make a video about one of my favourite songs by one of the greatest bands ever!

  • @himanshuhingwe7356
    @himanshuhingwe7356 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Polyphonic's take on Led Zeppelin's Stairway to Heaven.
    Can it get anymore epic!

  • @Lasaraz6
    @Lasaraz6 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm studying English Language and Literature. Last year in one of our course we were expected to perform a presentation about Campbell's hero's journey. I thought I should do this song but I gave up the idea at the end. Now I thank you for this video because this song's function needed to be told.

  • @theego2897
    @theego2897 5 ปีที่แล้ว +132

    The Piper is the "Devil".
    He's calling you to join Him.
    There are two paths, towards God (good) or the Devil (evil).
    Even if you're on the path towards the proverbial Devil, as the lyrics describe, there's still time to change the road your on.

    • @moony77
      @moony77 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The Ego NICE analogy✌🏼

    • @theego2897
      @theego2897 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@moony77 thanks, pal

    • @apolloptx
      @apolloptx 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yes, that has been obvious since 1971.

    • @theego2897
      @theego2897 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@apolloptx you don't gotta be sassy, bro. I only wrote that because the guy in the video said that he didn't know what the Piper reference meant.

    • @guitarraenlineamx
      @guitarraenlineamx 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hope so

  • @marcosnanii2567
    @marcosnanii2567 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man, this is a treasure! long life to this channel!

  • @CPD-KD6-3.7
    @CPD-KD6-3.7 5 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    Hey Polyphonic, can you do a breakdown of Piano Man by Billy Joel? That would be great!

  • @gardo135
    @gardo135 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man this channel is a diamond in all the dirt of youtube

  • @rafterrafter5320
    @rafterrafter5320 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    A song like no other; The masterpiece of masterpieces!!!
    PS: I go to sleep to this song every night, honest to God; It just doesn't get old!!!🤔

  • @Luis.Gengibre.
    @Luis.Gengibre. 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm a fan of Brazil. Nebula, like other sites don't have suport for brazilians who wants to watch your two other led zeppelin videos.
    I really love the band, and you channel is the best in music content, please don't give up on TH-cam.

  • @miky8788
    @miky8788 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    zero dislike... great odience! thank you polyMan , i love those videos

  • @TheGhostOfFredZeppelin
    @TheGhostOfFredZeppelin 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I literally listened to this song a few times a couple of hours ago and found new appreciation for it, and then this video shows up.

  • @gracecook5250
    @gracecook5250 5 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    I never clicked so fast haha

    • @jccanizal6410
      @jccanizal6410 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too

    • @jayannakelley9051
      @jayannakelley9051 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Grace Cook - Same 🙋‍♀️ If he isn’t into Zep.. Done!

  • @brendanhickey4955
    @brendanhickey4955 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This song is the best song ever written. I want another epic like this.

  • @itsmequinton
    @itsmequinton 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Untouchable Gods. Best band ever.

  • @castorius52
    @castorius52 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the first time I listened to Stairway to Heaven I already knew there's something special about this song, and this track also the first track that made me fell in love with Led Zeppelin. And now you make an analysis about this song that makes me even more satisfied to listen to. Thank you Polyphonic very cool 👏👏

  • @Stephenguitar93
    @Stephenguitar93 5 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    The lady was always the villain, if you ask me.

    • @papa_pt
      @papa_pt 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      💯

    • @kallolbain2400
      @kallolbain2400 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      exactly, this interpretation surprises me in every sense. I am not sure, but I have some other explanations of this masterpiece

  • @luigisaponara3777
    @luigisaponara3777 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Only a few creators are able to create such a quality content, TH-cam needs more of this

  • @Alex-ln9dn
    @Alex-ln9dn 5 ปีที่แล้ว +440

    Do a vid on Achilles last stand plz
    Edit:Nvm you are haha

    • @mysticbreadstick4491
      @mysticbreadstick4491 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes please

    • @avi_s0ncin0
      @avi_s0ncin0 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      YES!!! I'm pretty sure that song has quite a hero's journey in it, as well as Kashmir!

    • @Alex-ln9dn
      @Alex-ln9dn 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@avi_s0ncin0 without doubt, in my time of dying too, bit of a hidden gem of the zep songs

    • @SamWasHere1977
      @SamWasHere1977 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Alex-ln9dn thats an old gospel song.

    • @zizi1756
      @zizi1756 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ohmygod the drums are insane for that song when live

  • @Megatallica12
    @Megatallica12 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can't tell you how happy it makes me you made this video, it gives a great in depth to what for might as well be for me a great religious hymn.

  • @AaronSaysSKOL
    @AaronSaysSKOL 5 ปีที่แล้ว +141

    *2.4k* *Views* *in* *20* *minutes.*
    When you feel late to the party even though the party only started 20 minutes ago.

    • @brown22sugar25
      @brown22sugar25 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Duolingo Bird si

    • @fenhen
      @fenhen 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      View counts are awful in the short term though. They don’t count properly.

    • @happeloffical4187
      @happeloffical4187 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agis quad agis

  • @mohitmahna91
    @mohitmahna91 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    And this too, is just one of the many interpretatios of the song... Amazing.