Communication Breakdown

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About Communication Breakdown

"Communication Breakdown" is a song by the English rock band Led Zeppelin, from their 1969 debut album Led Zeppelin. It was released as the B-side of "Good Times Bad Times", the group's first single in the US. A promotional video was released, with the group miming to the recording; it is included on the Led Zeppelin DVD (2003).


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Hey  girl  stop what you're doin'!
Hey  girl  you'll drive me to ruin.
I don't know what it is that I like about you
But I like it a lot.
Won't you let me hold you
Let me feel your lovin' charms.

Communication breakdown
It's always the same
I'm having a nervous breakdown
Drive me insane!

Hey  girl  I got something I think you ought to know.
Hey  babe  I want to tell you that I love you so.
I want to hold you in my arms, yeah!
I'm never gonna let you go,
'Cause I like your charms.

Communication breakdown
It's always the same
I'm having a nervous breakdown
Drive me insane!

Communication breakdown
It's always the same
I'm having a nervous breakdown
Drive me insane!

(Communication breakdown)I want you to love me all night
(Communication breakdown)I want you to love me
(Communication breakdown)I want you to love...yeah! I want you to love!

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Led Zeppelin

Led Zeppelin were an English rock band active in the late 1960s and throughout the 1970s. Formed as the New Yardbirds in 1968, the band consisted of guitarist Jimmy Page, singer Robert Plant, bassist/keyboardist John Paul Jones, and drummer John Bonham. They are widely considered to be one of the most successful, innovative and influential rock groups in history. more »

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Written by: John Bonham, John Paul Jones, Jimmy Page

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9 facts about this song

Song Basic Details
"Communication Breakdown" is a song by the English rock band Led Zeppelin from their debut studio album "Led Zeppelin", released in 1969.
Songwriting Credits
It was credited to all four members of the band, meaning Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, John Paul Jones, and John Bonham all collaborated on the song.
Historical Significance
"Communication Breakdown" is recognized as one of the first heavy metal songs. It holds a significant place in the development of hard rock and heavy metal music.
Inspiration
Jimmy Page reportedly drew inspiration from Eddie Cochran's "Nervous Breakdown" for creating the riff for this song.
Live Performances
Led Zeppelin frequently performed "Communication Breakdown" at their concerts – it was a regular part of their set-list from 1968 to 1970. It was often drawn out into an extended jam, including improvised sections or segments from other songs.
Release and Success
Although it was not released as a single in the UK, in the US it was released as the B-side of "Good Times Bad Times", which reached number 80 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Song's Duration
"Communication Breakdown" is one of Led Zeppelin's shortest songs, with a runtime of only 2 minutes and 30 seconds.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by multiple other artists, including Iron Maiden, Testament, Good Rats, and more.
Music Video
A promotional video was made for the song, which was largely composed of edited footage taken from the group's 1969 appearance on Swedish television.

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