Good Times Bad Times
Led Zeppelin
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In the days of my youth I was told what it means to be a man Now I've reached that age I've tried to do all those things the best I can No matter how I try I find my way to the same old jam Good times, bad times You know I've had my share When my woman left home With a brown-eyed man Well, I still don't seem to care Sixteen I fell in love With a girl as sweet as could be It only took a couple of days 'Til she was rid of me She swore that she would be all mine And love me 'til the end But when I whispered in her ear I lost another friend Good times, bad times You know I've had my share When my woman left home With a brown eyed man Well, I still don't seem to care Good times, bad times You know I've had my share When my woman left home With a brown eyed man But, I still don't seem to care I know what it means to be alone I sure do wish I was at home I don't care what the neighbors say I'm gonna love you each and every day You can feel the beat within my heart Realize, sweet babe, we ain't ever gonna part
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Written by: John Bonham, John Paul Jones, Jimmy Page, Robert Anthony Plant
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10 facts about this song
Recording History"Good Times Bad Times" was Led Zeppelin's debut single, recorded in 1968 and released as a single in both the U.S.A and U.K. in 1969.
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Album LaunchThe song is the opening track on their first album, "Led Zeppelin."
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Songwriting Credits"Good Times Bad Times" was credited as being written by all four members of the band - Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, John Paul Jones, and John Bonham.
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Drumming TechniquesJohn Bonham's iconic and innovative drumming techniques employed in the song, like the use of two bass pedals, resulted in a drum sound that was hitherto unheard and would influence many future rock drummers.
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Chart PerformanceIn the U.S.A, the song peaked at No. 80 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Live Performances"Good Times Bad Times" was rarely played live in its entirety by Led Zeppelin. However, a few seconds of the song's intro were typically played as a teaser during live performances.
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Cover VersionsMany artists have covered the song; notable versions include renditions by the band Godsmack and singer songwriter Harry Nilsson.
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Recording LocationThe song was recorded at the Olympic Studios in London.
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Music StructureDespite being less than three minutes long, the song's unique combination of hard rock, blues, and psychedelic influences was instrumental in setting the template for Led Zeppelin's future musical approach.
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Legacy"Good Times Bad Times" is now widely considered a classic rock anthem and has been featured in numerous "greatest songs" lists over the years.
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