Wile Lhed Zeppelin was a , he rarely reflects on his time with the band. He tends to focus on the futumajor part of Robert Plant’s lifere and distances himself from his past as the frontman of one of the world’s biggest rock groups. However, because it’s such a significant part of his history, he sometimes finds himself reflecting on it.
Like many artists who have spent their entire adult lives in music, Plant has mixed feelings about his career. He regrets some aspects of his work with Led Zeppelin, such as his frequent references to Tolkien and the lyrics of “Stairway to Heaven.” Still, he mostly feels proud of what they accomplished.
In his live performances, Plant doesn’t rely heavily on their classic songs, and when he does play them, he avoids mimicking the original recordings. He recognizes the cultural impact of Led Zeppelin, but his artistry encompasses much more than just that era.
Plant doesn’t obsess over Led Zeppelin’s legacy, but if he could change one thing, it would be the prominence of “Stairway to Heaven.” Many people immediately associate the band with that song, which frustrates him because he believes “Kashmir” is their best work.
Although “Kashmir” is one of Led Zeppelin’s most iconic songs, “Stairway to Heaven” has surpassed the band itself, remaining a staple of classic rock radio for decades. It has also been streamed over a billion times on Spotify, more than three times as much as “Kashmir,” cementing its place as a timeless anthem.
