Led Zeppelin The Rain Song Guitar Lesson + Tutorial

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[@Alfie02]

Without question one of the most beautiful songs ever

[@mikedrake9506]

I think it’s better than stairway to heaven!

[@jacobriggs7483]

No question. So is ten years gone

[@michaelmilner6831]

It's weird. I'm 62, and Stairway was a big part of my young life, as is unquestionably iconic. But The Rain Song, gives me chills, everytime I hear it. It's simply exquisite.

[@jacobriggs7483]

@mikedrake9506 it is. So is for your life, no quarter, friends... stairway is great, but radio overplay killed it for alot of us. Don't go into guitar center anywhere, and play stairway.. you will be asked to leave.. lol. It's a great song... just got run into the ground. There are so, so many more zeppelin songs out there that are just... amazing

[@bennemets4471]

That is objectively a factual and irrefutable statement

[@MicMrp]

In 1984 I was in college at Northern Michigan University, and I had an apartment right on the shore of Lake Superior. I remember being awake late at night in the fall and I would listen to this song on repeat (vinyl LP) and stare out over the dark lake. I used to wonder where I would be in 5, 10, 20 years. Here it is 40 years gone by and I just started learning guitar this last summer (2023). Your videos have taken me from zero to hero in 6 months. I never would've thought that 40 years later I would be up late at night, staring out of my window over a dark and rainy Puget Sound ... but this time playing the song note for note on my own acoustic guitar. Your videos have helped me achieve a lifelong dream. Thank you from Seattle!

[@IVANGARCIA-ks4vp]

Six months?

[@MicMrp]

@@IVANGARCIA-ks4vp I forgot to mention, I practice 6 to 8 hours a day, every day (even to 3 am and still into work by 9am). I still mute the occasional string and am a little slow at the changes ... but I can at least play all the way through.

[@garyrochussen3430]

That's a beautiful story! I played this song for the first time in 1980. Forty four years later, I'm actually learning how to play it correctly! Looking out over the mountains in NH. Rock on!

[@ronm3380]

Nice memory of the Rain Song. It is a beautiful song I am learning too. I like all the different parts to it and the challenge. This is a song that stands on its own and is worth mastering however long it takes! I find everyone plays it a little differently so it is good to check out different people who play this. I think even Jimmy Page changed it around and didn't play it the same way every time. Marty helped me with a certain part that others didn't explain as well. Good luck!

[@Mustaine1ify]

​@@MicMrpThat's good going in Six months(it must be a Seattle thing) best of luck to you.👍🏻

[@thesage2226]

In my high school and college years I listened to the rain song every time it rained no matter how many days in a row it would rain. The song never gets old to me. Such a masterpiece.

[@jeffgemm5080]

This is my favorite Zeppelin tune.. absolutely beautiful… Marty.. you nailed it.. thanks for teaching this and thank you for everything you do!

[@MartyMusic]

Thank you kindly!

[@jacobdaniel8239]

Mine too. But it's worthless if you don't fully understand it. Very hard to play in without getting lost.

[@LB-br8hn]

My favorite Zep tune as well!

[@jpwallace100]

This song is why I started playing. In my top ten songs

[@robspring81]

@@jacobdaniel8239 lesson is flawless, probably trying to play beyond your ability … start off very simple

[@andysfishingandflytyingcha2310]

Hi Marty, love this video. I was a London pro guitarist working in West End musicals, tours and sessions until in 2000 a car accident damaged the nerves in my hands so badly that my pro career was over. I could play little bit, then in 2020 I got covid which triggered a terrible disease in me which apart from nearly killing me left me unable to play at all. I was heart broken. Just recently l've managed to nearly come off the vast amounts of morphene that l've been on and have been attempting to try to play again. Recently l watched Page and Plant perform "The Rain Song" acoustically, which was mesmerising. Marty, your video has inspired me so much and has really helped me start playing again which l never thought would be possible. Today l got half way through the song playing it really nicely until the pain got unbearable. I'll carry on until l can play the whole song and do it justice. Then l'm gonna take on Larry Cartons epic intro to Steely Dan's "Don't take me alive". The many bends are making it hard for me even though l've dropped down to 009's! I would have been able to sight read it back in my pro days but sadly no more. Marty, thanks so much for your great videos, you're a great teacher, a lovely player, but more than anything thanks so much for helping me play again, l can't tell you how much it means to me. ❤

[@rickcook2798]

I can relate. I've had 5 trigger finger surgeries the past 6 yrs that have greatly impaired my playing ability; and it sucks. Sounds like you're worse off than me tho, and I feel for you.

[@andysfishingandflytyingcha2310]

@Scaryfakevirus Really? I contracted Covid in March 2020 before anyone had even heard of the vaccination let alone had one. They were rolled out here in the UK after l got out of hospital so your comment is totally without merit.

[@DavidWrayMusic]

I feel for you man, I'm a touring player and that's my worst fear.I wish you all the luck and love getting your finders back to creating music.As an aside, I was looking for a Rainsong guitar review and came across this. This guy is a nice teacher, puts it across in simple terms!

[@andysfishingandflytyingcha2310]

​@@scaryfakevirus Funny that, as l got Covid before one single dose of the vaccine had been given to anyone, back in March 2020. Before it had even been produced.

[@andysfishingandflytyingcha2310]

@scaryfakevirus Funny that, as l caught Covid back in March 2020 before the vacine had even been put into production let alone being injected into anyone on the planet.

[@jellysmile7680]

I’ve been waiting so long for this, I’m about to cry

[@johnsanderson256]

Man you just started a fire that burned out years ago. My late father in law was dying and I was the only one other than his wife that knew.. I geuss he could since that I knew his health was worsening and he clued me in that he had cancer and only a few months left. He also ask me not to tell his daughter or son. That was a hard request to keep but I did as he asked. I made sure to take my wife to see him as often as possible. He had one other request and this one I couldn't give to him. He give me his Jurassic blue telecaster and told me learn rain song and play it at his funeral. I lost his guitar to a pawn shop...one of my biggest regrets in life to this day. I vowed to never play again. This was about ten plus years ago. well I was gifted an Ibenez acustic plug in from an old friend...he wouldn't listen to me or take no for an answer. it's been rough trying to get the want to play again untill now. Thank you so much for this. I can't tell you just how to hankfull I am for you.

[@fergxson1650]

So happy you brought yourself back man

[@martiddin9]

I have lost both my father and my brother to suicide (4 years apart). music saved my life. never stop playing. it's the solution to many things.

[@jasonamagallanes2723]

Just got goosebumps reading this brother… sending you a big hug 🫂 Let’s learn this beautiful tune together

[@chipmanky]

I lost my dad this January. I’m 22. He died from being prescribed an illegal drug from a doctor. I’m learning a song to play for his celebration of life. That’s why I’m here.

[@Ahmedplayguitar]

Music is the medicine for simple people

[@connormccutchen2720]

Loving the acoustic Led Zeppelin ones, keep it up.

[@uelisgold]

This guy needs to be protected at all costs my friends....Best Christmas gift ever, thank you so much Marty!

[@joeterritophotography8429]

I never dreamed that I would ever be able to play this but because of the way you have broken it down my dream is coming true. It's a beautiful song! Thank you for helping me learn to play this masterpiece Marty!

[@HernanZitoZin]

same here

[@stevenorcutt2099]

I tried for years trying to learn this in standard tuning....the open tuning makes this beautiful song possible❤

[@tew7484]

This is incredible. I’m sort of a beginner and thought there was zero chance I could play this but I started today and have gotten down half the intro! Thank you so so much playing this is my dream

[@aarienti5977]

MOST BEAUTIFUL SONG EVER

[@wostertoth707]

Whatever you say about page and copyright this song was one of his most creative works. Page is dare I say overlooked as an acoustic guitarist, Great great song and tutorial

[@paulgordon6949]

You're right, although zeppelin took more than just a little inspiration from the blues masters of old, there's no denying that they were a great creative force in their own right. This song has always been one of my favourites, and yeah, page did several fantastic acoustic numbers. It's just that their heavier blues rock sound that they are known for and that everyone knows so well often overshadows some lesser known gems such as this. Of course the fans know. Awesome song, but I'm still very much a beginner and the thought of tackling this song is a little intimidating to me at this point in time, so I'm gonna go back to something a little simpler before I come back to this beauty. But I will be back, and I'm gonna love being able to bust this out!

[@SteamAllchill]

How do u set that katana so clean?

[@jerrywilson4371]

Preaching to the choir Woster. Jimmy is the man. Even on acoustic he is the ballsiest player ever. Always pushing.

[@MartyMusic]

the katana was not used in this video

[@stevenorcutt2099]

​@@paulgordon6949 try it standard tuning first then come back to this and you will be very delighted😂

[@dianakesl1814]

Love the way Marty slows down the teaching when needed for more difficult parts in the song. Saves having to go back over and over to learn a part. Remember the old days pissing everybody off playing the record over and over to learn a part, lol. My GF was about ready to move out. Had to invest in some headphones. (Rusty)

[@calebemerson8940]

Masterpiece. Little left of Heaven

[@09nec]

Two zeppelin song in one week. Perfect

[@johnmolokach_staff-southga3529]

This is one of the few songs I have seen Marty struggle (a bit) with. Shows how much of a genius and master Jimmy Page was when composing this tune. There are SO MANY chord variations thrown into this and so well arranged. Well done sir. Definitely a stretch for many who are learning! A challenge for sure for my students (and for me)!

[@brigand73]

I love your tutorials - your style is on point. You have some really great Zeppelin covers. My wishlist is you add bookmarks/timestamps (whatever called) per verse or some other logical marker.

[@devoteeftb]

Yes, Led Zeppelin rocks

[@andrewgrubbs759]

This song is so beautiful. Thanks Marty for the Lesson!!!!

[@dustinmcfarland2441]

Glad you're still going strong Marty. You were one of the first people I ever saw on KZbin teaching songs. This was well.. a lot of years ago! Thanks for all your contributions.

[@hawleybrowder4083]

Perfect for a rainy SoCal day!!

[@matthewoconnell114]

Marty, this is one of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard and certainly one of the most I’ve ever played. You did a great job (as usual!) in breaking this down. Thank you so much!!!

[@simonmacfadyen6734]

Marty I’ve been waiting for this for years. Thank you

[@edupsi2001]

Simply the most beautiful song ever. Thanks, Marty. Thanks, Jimmy.

[@Noah-lo9we]

Gonna need a part 2 tutorial for this on how to hold in all the tears while playing

[@mikec6947]

Great guitar piece, Marty. I'll be chewing on this one for a while (I'm only up to the 22::00 mark), but I'm determined to get this one down on paper and ingrained in the fingers. Thanks. Love your channel.

[@tzsteve33]

Well done Marty, brilliant lesson on a classic song, clear and easy to follow instructions, great job , many thanks 👍🏻

[@goldMarie6]

Yeap 🎸

[@choochoochooseyou]

Marty, awesome lesson. Can't wait to sit down and try it.

[@scottyvernon8471]

Hey Marty, thanks for all the years of song lessons, gear talk, etc. Scotty V

[@mikeecottle]

Marty you have such a great method of teaching - particularly for a player like me picking up the guitar again after many years.

[@okpluto]

Marty, you're a legend for doing this number. Such a beautiful one. Thanks man. Would love to also see 'Ten Years Gone' from you as well if possible.

[@Fnortner01]

Tried to play this years ago by ear, standard tuning. It was always ok but wrong, I gave it up years ago. Standard tuning wasn't making it. Then I ran into this lesson this morning. Thank you for finally helping me get this beautiful song down. Big thumbs up.

[@diffbreak2366]

Ditto for me with the standard tuning many years ago, worked it out by ear. Then realized that it was in an alternate tuning. Attempted to learn it the correct way from Shut up and play tutorial but gave up as it was pain turning the guitar just for a song so have reverted to my own take starting at Bm. Having said that, the song in the original tuning by Page is sublime experience.

[@MartyMusic]

Rock on!

[@Relaxandlearnguitar]

Yes! One of my favorites. Thanks so much for this. Off my favorite Zeppelin album too!

[@MartyMusic]

Mine too!

[@Ross17033]

Marty, man, hats off. This has been a favourite of mine for decades and you nail it. As always, excellent tutorial. Thank you!

[@lifeitshort]

your an Awesome Musician -- and Teacher Thank you once again my Friend

[@dkbsoulman]

After many years of wanting to tackle this song, I finally decided today is the day. Thanks to your awesome step-by-step lesson it's happening! Getting the proper tuning, of course, was everything. Suddenly, this beautifully complicated song is possible for me. Thanks so much!

[@alekbak6033]

Man i live this song.

[@kevingardner6778]

I haven't played this great tune in years... So, I would like to express my gratitude for guiding me to re-learn it. As always, your true professional manner has helped me accomplish this in short order. Thanks, bud...rock on.

[@seandog]

marty you read my mind! just the other day i was hoping you’d do a lesson on this beautiful song!

[@spackel22]

Holy moly! Marty you outdid yourself on this one. One of your best ever! Thank you for sharing your talent once again.

[@danielmoskowitz3060]

Just wanted to say great lesson. Also, its kinda nice seeing that even the teacher struggles a little to make these chord transitions. Man, Jimmy page was a beast. I've played a bastardized version of this song for years with standard tuning that I learned by ear. Was never aware of the alternate tuning until now. Sounds sooooo much better and slighlty easier to play too. Thanks again for what you do.

[@jwilko4070]

Marty you got it with this one l was amazed at your leval of talent very nice guitar playing so relaxing after a hard day

[@fedtardgames9647]

this song is Led Zeppelin's most beautiful in my opinion.

[@geoffreywyliejr44]

Definatly ties with 1 or 2 others id say

[@Wooblidoo]

I've been excited about this one thanks Marty!

[@normannoriega9557]

Wow Marty absolutely sounds beautiful. Thank you sir

[@MartyMusic]

Thank you kindly!

[@legerdemain5]

Hey Marty, when you did the pre teaser video for this the other day this song i almost shrit a brick.. Thanks have been working on it and I thank you!

[@jameslittler4151]

Superb. My favourite song. I’m only a month in from getting my first guitar though, so will save this video for another year (or five). Thanks!

[@luka3450]

The fastest way to improve is actually learning hard songs at the start.

[@GaryGividen]

Marty a trick I figured out is that if I use ring and pinky at the very beginning I can make the shape on the 5th and 4th freat right before the (stretch) a lot faster. Just thought that might help someone out. Love your videos man. I'm so grateful for your lessons

[@auralprods]

The most beautiful song.

[@randomallen7093]

Man... nice tutorial. Always loved this song.

[@nicospencer9483]

I sometimes actually learn songs from these videos I mostly come here to see you play you are very good at guitar

[@karensayshi8970]

This is my favorite zeppelin song! Thanks for the lesson

[@dougsmith8430]

👏🏻 👏🏻👏🏻. AWESOME! Such a Beautiful Song! Outstanding lesson! Thank you Marty!

[@kadsl123]

Absolute favorite Zeppelin track of all time. Thanks for the vid!

[@dougcolafella9384]

I’ve wanted to learn this song since I was in high school. I’m 52 and nailed it thanks to you! Keep up the good work Marty!!

[@No_Trace_pk]

Marty is a very good teacher and provides the most accurate tabs. But to I see him play with this fineness and feel is heart warming. Loved it. ❤

[@sasuun96]

Thanks for this lesson, Marty. This song is one of my favorites (not only from Zeppelin)

[@jaketylerh]

I’ve been practicing this song for a couple of weeks now and I’m slowly getting the hang of it. I can’t thank you enough for your tutorials. Love the vids Marty!

[@maxronald1]

I love this song! Thanks, Marty! We love you!

[@hummelmarty]

From one Marty to another - THANK YOU! It looks to me like you spent a lot of time putting this lesson together, and I will enjoy learning how to play it!

[@MCGaar]

I was just trying to learn this yesterday. I swear Marty has a sixth sense!

[@zoocru67]

Thanks so much Marty!! Glad I have extra guitars laying around to tune to these exotic tunings. Definitely first world problems.

[@kevinwsmith2021]

Excellent tutorial Marty thank you!! I've already got my fingers screaming working the intro out!! Love It!

[@TheKeitharoon]

Love this song and that’s the way by zeppelin

[@davidgibson4259]

Marty..Love your lessons..I am a fan and customer.Who can forget the timeless lyrics in The Rain Song such as "You are the sunlight in my groin"😁😁Thanks for helping us !

[@datGuy0309]

That definitely sounds like a Robert Plant lyric, but I think it’s actually growin’, not groin. All of the lyrics online say that (which I will concede, I’m always skeptical of those. They tend to be wrong all the time, but I think they’re right here), and on a few live versions I listened too it sounds more clearly like growin’. Growing also makes more sense lyrically, as the lyrics before reference springtime of love, symbolizing love is growing.

[@davidgibson4259]

@@datGuy0309 😁

[@rcranky64]

Marty, I’m halfway through learning this you’re an awesome teacher so gets a little harder as you go through it but it’s so worth it cause it’s such a beautiful song. I just can’t figure that tuning out. I don’t know how to make the guitar do that.

[@walthobs2606]

This is a great lesson. You nailed the chords. Some of the phrasing is a little different with the F shape slide down is sustained and the tough stretch you are doing is not needed. Live and on album he plays three strings per down strum so you can easily slide down and not do that pointer stretch.

[@greghowell6915]

We'll done Marty! Beautiful!

[@dannyfisher6681]

Busy but had to tune in quickly to hear you play it Marty! Well done man. Flawless.

[@paulneale]

Fantastic lesson Marty. Love that tune and your lessons.

[@cymro6537]

Probably my favourite Led Zepp song👍

[@theonlywaytogta6665]

Thanks for teaching us the beautiful songs we all love, Marty!

[@dlcyh2000]

I started playing in 2010. I learned quite a bit from ol Marty here. As I progressed, I still bought a few vids of his to study, bought some stuff from him, and moved on. The thing is that whenever I get stuck...guess who I come back to? That's right, good old, Marty. All I can tell the viewers that are learning is that He is always the guy to go to if you are ever stuck. The question remains...why did I stray?

[@jacobriggs7483]

Jimmy page said anyone can fret a note. Its in the timing of uour picking that makes it come alive. N you did it perfect. Hard song, much respect my brother

[@AutismRocksOfficial]

Marty bringin' the rain! Jazz Hands!

[@PhilMarer]

Hi, Marty ! I love this song and really appreciate the way you perform and teach it !

[@Bluest_Berry]

Beautiful song! Thanks for the tutorial.

[@MostSimple]

Marty is the goat!

[@Palm_Mute]

I’m digging the new style, Grey tones all around.

[@brandonanderson2066]

Badass song. Dude I dig this lesson!

[@CarvedTop]

Yes! I was hoping you would add this song to your list of excellent tutorials. Thanks Marty😎

[@jcburger733]

Hey Marty, thank you for the very comprehensive Led Zeppelin's Rain Song guitar lesson. Greatly appreciated!!!! Love that song!!

[@MartyMusic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Arizona_Stonah]

@@MartyMusic just moved to San Diego…where you playing? Lol

[@lifetimes2983]

Pagey's fingerprints all through this awesomely gorgeous composition. Great sectional instruction for us mortals. Time to learn this.... Great and patient present Marty !

[@kurtmackenzie7349]

I've wanted to learn this forever and finally did, thanks!

[@jladams61]

It's about time you made this video! I've literally been waiting for it because this song is perfect and you, in my most humblest of opinions, are the best teacher on the web. Now, to learn, to learn. Interested in doing a tutorial for Achilles Last Stand? 😳

[@ThePresidentduff]

Learning this song is part of my new years resolutions. Incredible song. Great job dude.

[@ellfel6122]

Marty, thank you for all your excellent teaching. Best song ever!

[@TheWallProductions17]

MARTYYY my man, after seeing your short playing this song I was praying youd publish a lesson. Thank you and happy holidays!

[@andyt9505]

Marty you are a Star THANKS Great content as usual

[@GeoffreyPerpich]

Always wanted to learn this jam. Thanks, Marty!!!

[@ronburlingame549]

You teach this song so easily I love it thank you for making easier to learn and one of the most amazing song ever with the the different tuning

[@MartyMusic]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@Dr.CoCoL1na]

Love the Lesson MY guy! Always thought this was Beatles growing up....grew up a violinist in a classical household, but played percussion in Marching band and Concert Band and had a great friend who didn't make Highschool Concert Band obsessed with Led Zeppelin...and the best set player out of the 4 of us in middle school......heard a cover of this song on piano, bass, and drums and was like no way.....didnt even know the name of the song cuZ my ears hear more the melodys and bass...Thanks for an awesome lesson about 11:30 thru the vid...love it so far....what a dreamy song....🤣🍕

[@matthewsuess682]

MARTY IS THE MAN.

[@artistgirl1489]

My favorite guitar teacher, I love this song 😊

[@twinpeaks5564]

Dude, THANK YOU!!!! I have been itching to learn to play this since you posted your short.

[@kevintaylor6015]

Thank you so much for this. I never thought I could play this song so I never tried. Now I’m well on my way to playing it.

[@MalucaXXI]

Awesome Marty, this song sounds like a dream. Thanks for sharing your passion for the guitar. At first I thought it was just for the "rockish" guys, but I was wrong! The guitar is a beautiful instrument, very enjoyable and peaceful. Great lesson as always, thank you very much!!

[@tims6824]

Marty you made this incredibly learnable. Thanks!

[@surferrosacommunications4623]

Thanks Marty, you’ve got such a brilliant repertoire and your tutorials are so well put together. I’m loving playing this !

[@dalehockin]

Great playing Marty, almost thought it was 12 string for a sec!