No Quarter

Led Zeppelin

About No Quarter

"No Quarter" is a song by Led Zeppelin that appears on their 1973 album Houses of the Holy. It was written by John Paul Jones, Jimmy Page and Robert Plant. The song became a centerpiece at all Led Zeppelin concerts thereafter, until their final tour. It appears in both the film versions and both live album versions of The Song Remains the Same, released in 1976 and expanded in 2007. It appeared once more in 1994 on Page and Plant's reunion album as the title track. It also appears on Led Zeppelin's 2012 live album Celebration Day, which documented their 2007 reunion performance at the O2 Arena in London. It was re-released on the deluxe edition of Houses of the Holy. 


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2012
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Close the door, put out the light
No, they won't be home tonight
The snow falls hard and don't you know?
The winds of Thor are blowing cold

They're wearing steel that's bright and true
They carry news that must get through, oh
They choose the path where no-one goes
They hold no quarter
They hold no quarter, oh

Walking side-by-side with death
The devil mocks their every step, ooh
The snow drives back the foot that's slow
The dogs of doom are howling more

They carry news that must get through
To build a dream for me and you, oh, oh, oh
They choose the path where no one goes
They hold no quarter
They ask no quarter

They hold no quarter
They ask no quarter
Yeah
Without quarter, quarter, yeah (without quarter)
Without quarter, quarter, quarter
Taking no quarter
Oh, oh, oh (hear the dogs of doom) (no, never quarter)
I hear the dogs of doom are howling more

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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 Paul Jones, Jimmy Page, Robert Plant

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11 facts about this song

Creation
"No Quarter" is a song by English rock band Led Zeppelin from their 1973 album "Houses of the Holy". It was written by John Paul Jones, Jimmy Page, and Robert Plant.
Instrumentation
The song highlights the talent of Jones on keyboards, with a memorable mellotron introduction and a haunting moog synthesizer in the middle solo. Electric piano and Harpsichord were also used.
Live Performances
"No Quarter" often reached up to 20 minutes when played live, becoming a showcase for improvisation by the band members. It was also considered a centerpiece of their live performances.
Song Meanings
The title "No Quarter" is derived from the military practice of showing no mercy to a vanquished opponent and can be interpreted several ways, including the futility of war.
Reception
Critics appreciated the song's distinctive, dark quality. It is often regarded as one of Led Zeppelin's finest works.
Recording
The song was recorded in 1972 at Island Studios in London. The recording was slowed to bring it to its finished form, giving it a slightly "muddy" and eerie quality, which contribute to the track's dark, ethereal feel.
Alterations
The original version does not feature any guitar solo, but in the live versions, Page included extended improvisational guitar solos, making each concert performance unique.
Album Release
"No Quarter" appears on the 1973 Led Zeppelin album "Houses of the Holy". This comprehensive album helped the band to reach new heights, securing the spot of #1 on the charts in the UK and the USA.
Accolades
In 2010, "No Quarter" was ranked number 39 on VH1's 100 Greatest Hard Rock Songs.
Cover Versions
Despite its complex arrangements, "No Quarter" was covered by various artists including Crowbar and Tool. The song's menacing vibe has also influenced many rock and metal bands.
Other Releases
The song was used prominently by Page and Plant for their No Quarter: Jimmy Page and Robert Plant Unleaded project in 1994.

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