Good Times Bad Times

Led Zeppelin

About Good Times Bad Times

"Good Times Bad Times" is a song by the English rock band Led Zeppelin, featured as the opening track on their 1969 debut album Led Zeppelin. The song was Led Zeppelin's first single released in the US, where it reached the Billboard Hot 100 chart.


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1969
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In the days of my youth
I was told what it was to be a man
Now I've reached the age
I've tried to do all those things the best I can
No matter how I try
I find my way to do the same old jam

Good times, bad times
You know I had my share
When my woman left home
With a brown eyed man
Well, I still don't seem to care

Sixteen I fell in love
With a girl as sweet as could be
Only took a couple of days
Till she was rid of me
She swore that she would be all mine
And love me till the end
When I whispered in her ear
I lost another friend

Good times, bad times
You know I had my share
When my woman left home
With a brown eyed man
Well, I still don't seem to care

Good times, bad times
You know I had my share
When my woman left home
With a brown eyed man
Well, I still don't seem to care

I know what it means to be alone
I sure do wish I was at home
I don't care what the neighbors say
I'm gonna love you each and every day
You can feel the beat within my heart
Realize, sweet babe, we ain't ever gonna part

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Led Zeppelin

Led Zeppelin were an English rock band active in the late 1960s and throughout the 1970s. Formed as the New Yardbirds in 1968, the band consisted of guitarist Jimmy Page, singer Robert Plant, bassist/keyboardist John Paul Jones, and drummer John Bonham. They are widely considered to be one of the most successful, innovative and influential rock groups in history. more »

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Written by: John Bonham, John Paul Jones, Jimmy Page, Robert Anthony Plant

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10 facts about this song

Recording History
"Good Times Bad Times" was Led Zeppelin's debut single, recorded in 1968 and released as a single in both the U.S.A and U.K. in 1969.
Album Launch
The song is the opening track on their first album, "Led Zeppelin."
Songwriting Credits
"Good Times Bad Times" was credited as being written by all four members of the band - Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, John Paul Jones, and John Bonham.
Drumming Techniques
John Bonham's iconic and innovative drumming techniques employed in the song, like the use of two bass pedals, resulted in a drum sound that was hitherto unheard and would influence many future rock drummers.
Chart Performance
In the U.S.A, the song peaked at No. 80 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Live Performances
"Good Times Bad Times" was rarely played live in its entirety by Led Zeppelin. However, a few seconds of the song's intro were typically played as a teaser during live performances.
Cover Versions
Many artists have covered the song; notable versions include renditions by the band Godsmack and singer songwriter Harry Nilsson.
Recording Location
The song was recorded at the Olympic Studios in London.
Music Structure
Despite being less than three minutes long, the song's unique combination of hard rock, blues, and psychedelic influences was instrumental in setting the template for Led Zeppelin's future musical approach.
Legacy
"Good Times Bad Times" is now widely considered a classic rock anthem and has been featured in numerous "greatest songs" lists over the years.

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