Ten Years Gone
Led Zeppelin
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Then as it was, then again it will be And though the course may change sometimes Rivers always reach the sea Blind stars of fortune, each have several rays On the wings of maybe, down in birds of prey Kind of makes me feel sometimes, didn't have to grow But as the eagle leaves the nest, it's got so far to go Changes fill my time, baby, that's alright with me In the midst I think of you, and how it used to be Did you ever really need somebody And really need 'em bad Did you ever really want somebody The best love you ever had Do you ever remember me, baby Did it feel so good 'Cause it was just the first time And you knew you would Through the eyes an' I sparkle Senses growing keen Taste your love along the way See your feathers preen Kind of makes makes me feel sometimes Didn't have to grow We are eagles of one nest The nest is in our soul Vixen in my dreams, with great surprise to me Never thought I'd see your face The way it used to be Oh darlin', oh darlin' I'm never gonna leave you I never gonna leave Holdin' on, ten years gone Ten years gone, holdin' on, ten years gone Ten years gone, holdin' on
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Written by: JIMMY PAGE, ROBERT PLANT
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Release Information"Ten Years Gone" is a song from Led Zeppelin's 1975 double album "Physical Graffiti".
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Song CompositionThe song is known for its layered guitar parts and complex production. It includes about six guitar tracks by Jimmy Page, enriching its melodic texture.
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Inspiration"Ten Years Gone" was reportedly inspired by a love interest of Jimmy Page's who, a decade earlier, had made him choose between his music career and her.
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Robert Plant's PerceptionIn later interviews, band vocalist Robert Plant referred to "Ten Years Gone" as one of his favorite Led Zeppelin songs.
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Live PerformancesDue to the layered guitar parts, the song was initially difficult to perform live. However, it became part of Led Zeppelin’s live setpieces from 1977 through 1979.
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Solo PerformanceIn his solo tours, Jimmy Page performed this song, bringing in extra musicians to play the many guitar parts included in the track.
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MeaningThe song has often been interpreted as a reflection on lost love and time, expressed through its poignant lyrics.
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Vintage GuitarJimmy Page reportedly used his Gibson Les Paul for some of the guitar tracks in this song.
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Fusion of Styles"Ten Years Gone" showcases the band’s fusion of rock, soul and funk sounds, all assembled in the same song.
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Fan FavoriteDespite not being released as a single, the song has enjoyed enduring popularity among Led Zeppelin fans and remains one of their most beloved tracks.
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Notable ReviewsMusic critic Ted Nugent praised "Ten Years Gone" in his review for the "Physical Graffiti" album, highlighting the song as a standout track.
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Cover VersionsArtists such as Jeff Buckley, Stone Temple Pilots have covered "Ten Years Gone" in homage to Led Zeppelin.
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