Industry Jun 22, 2026

Beatles' Comment Inspired Led Zeppelin Ballad

“Seven minutes of exquisite heartache” – quite unlike anything else the band created

Originally published by MusicRadar
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Beatles' Comment Inspired Led Zeppelin Ballad

A casual remark from a former Beatle regarding Led Zeppelin's perceived lack of ballads sparked the creation of one of the band's most iconic songs. George Harrison reportedly told John Bonham that the band should record ballads, prompting a response from a Led Zeppelin member who vowed to create one. Originally reported by MusicRadar.