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LED ZEPPELIN ‘Going to California’ EXPLAINED – A Song About Escaping It All?

 
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What’s the real meaning behind Led Zeppelin’s gentle acoustic ballad “Going to California”? Far from the band’s typical hard rock, this track showcases a softer, more introspective side of Robert Plant and Jimmy Page.

Inspired by dreams of escape, the West Coast, and maybe even a famous female singer-songwriter, this song hides heartbreak, hope, and disillusionment beneath its peaceful sound.

🌊 Who was the mysterious woman behind the lyrics?
🎶 Why did Zeppelin go full folk for this track?
🌄 Is “Going to California” really a metaphor for starting over?

Watch now as we unpack the story, emotions, and myths behind one of Led Zeppelin’s most beautiful songs.

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