Industry Apr 9, 2026
Robert Plant Performs 'Ramble On' on Colbert
The Led Zeppelin II cut is famously packed with references to J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings. Robert Plant Treats Colbert to Performance of Tolkien-Referencing “Ramble” On”: Watch Scoop Harris
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Robert Plant performed his song “Ramble On” on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. The song is known for its lyrical content referencing J.R.R. Tolkien's works.
“Ramble On” is a track from the Led Zeppelin album Led Zeppelin II. Its lyrics contain numerous allusions to J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings. Originally reported by Consequence of Sound.