D'Yer Mak'er

Led Zeppelin

About D'Yer Mak'er

"D'yer Mak'er" is a song by the English rock band Led Zeppelin, from their 1973 album Houses of the Holy. The title is a play on the word "Jamaica" when spoken in an English accent.


Year:
1973
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Oh oh oh oh oh oh, 
You don't have to go, oh oh oh oh oh
You don't have to go, oh oh oh oh oh
You don't have to go

Ay ay ay ay ay ay
All those tears I cry, ay ay ay ay
All those tears I cry, oh oh ah ay
Baby please don't go

When I read the letter you wrote me, it made me mad mad mad
When I read the news that it told me, it made me sad sad sad
But I still love you so
I can't let you go
I love you 
Oh, baby I love you

Oh oh oh oh oh oh
Every breath I take, oh oh oh oh
Oh, every move I make
Oh, baby please don't go

Ay ay ay ay ay ay
You hurt me to my soul, oh oh oh oh
You hurt me to my soul oh, oh
Darling please don't go

When I read the letter you sent me, it made me mad mad mad
When I read the news that it brought me, it made me sad sad sad
But I still love you so
And I can't let you go
I love you
Oh, baby I love you, oh

Oh oh oh oh oh oh
You don't have to go, oh oh oh oh
You don't have to go, oh oh oh oh
Oh, baby
Babe, please, please, please, please
Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh, baby
Oh oh, oh I really love you, baby

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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, James Patrick (jimmy) Page, Robert Anthony Plant

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10 facts about this song

Creation
"D'Yer Mak'er" was released by Led Zeppelin in 1973. It was featured on the band's fifth album, "Houses of the Holy".
Title Inspiration
The song's title is derived from an old English joke where one person asks "D'yer make 'er?" (did you make her) and the respondent replies, "No, I didn't even kiss her!" It also phonetically resembles the name of the country Jamaica, reflecting the track's reggae influence.
Music Genre
The song combines elements of reggae and doo-wop genres, showcasing Led Zeppelin's innovative, genre-crossing capabilities. It is one of their few ventures into the reggae style.
Popular Opinion
"D'Yer Mak'er" remains one of Led Zeppelin’s most controversial songs. Some fans love it for its experimental sound, while others dislike it for straying too far from the band's traditional hard rock and blues base.
Album Billboard Ranking
Despite the mixed reactions, "D'Yer Mak'er" was one of the two singles released from the "Houses of the Holy" album and it reached number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Band's Feedback
Although Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham was credited with the song's creation, he reportedly was not fond of it. On the other hand, the band's vocalist Robert Plant defended the song in a 1977 interview, stating that he thought it was remarkable.
Song Length
The song runs at 4 minutes and 22 seconds, making it one of the shortest songs on the "Houses of the Holy" album.
Live Performances
Despite its commercial success, "D'Yer Mak'er" was never performed live in its entirety at Led Zeppelin concerts.
Cover Versions
Several cover versions of the song have been recorded, most famously by jazz musician Herbie Mann and alternative rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Resurgence in Popularity
The song saw a resurgence in popularity in 2007 when it was used in an episode of the popular American TV series, "Entourage".

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