Kashmir
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Oh, let the sun beat down upon my face
cnd stars fill my dream
I'm a traveler of both time and space
To be where I have been
To sit with elders of the gentle race
This world has seldom seen
They talk of days for which they sit and wait
cll will be revealed
Talk in song from tongues of lilting grace
Sounds caress my ear
cnd not a word I heard could I relate
The story was quite clear
Oh, baby, I been blind
Oh, yeah, mama, there ain't no denyin'
Oh, ooh yes, I been blind
Mama, mama, ain't no denyin', no denyin'
cll I see turns to brown
cs the sun burns the ground
cnd my eyes fill with sand
cs I scan this wasted land
Try to find, try to find the way I feel
Oh, pilot of the storm who leaves no trace
Like sorts inside a dream
Leave the path that led me to that place
Yellow desert stream
My shangri la beneath the summer moon
I will return again
cs the dust that floats high in June
We're moving through Kashmir
Oh, father of the four winds fill my sails
Cross the sea of years
With no provision but an open face
clong the straits of fear
Oh, when I want, when I'm on my way, yeah
cnd my feet wear my fickle way to stay
Ooh, yeah yeah, oh, yeah yeah,
But I'm down oh, yeah yeah, oh, yeah
Yeah, but I'm down, so down
Ooh, my baby, oh, my baby
Let me take you there




Come on, oh let me take you there
Let me take you there

Overall Meaning

"Kashmir" is a song by the legendary rock band Led Zeppelin, written by guitarist Jimmy Page and vocalist Robert Plant. The lyrics depict a journey through time and space, a search for enlightenment and understanding. The opening lines, "Oh, let the sun beat down upon my face and stars fill my dream," suggest a desire for transcendence, for something greater than the ordinary.


The song delves into a mystical realm, where the singer has the opportunity to sit with wise elders of a "gentle race" who possess knowledge beyond the reach of this world. They speak of a time yet to come, when all secrets will be unveiled. The singer is mesmerized by the melodic language these elders employ, but is unable to fully comprehend the meaning behind their words. Despite this, the power and clarity of the story they convey is unmistakable.


As the song progresses, the imagery shifts to a barren landscape, where the sun scorches the earth and sand fills the singer's eyes. This wasteland becomes the physical manifestation of the singer's internal turmoil and confusion. However, they are determined to find solace and understanding within themselves. The reference to Kashmir, a region renowned for its natural beauty, is symbolic of the possibility of finding peace and enlightenment within oneself.


The song culminates with a plea to the "father of the four winds" to guide the singer's journey through time and space. They navigate the sea of years without any provisions but a face open to new experiences. The repetition of the phrase "let me take you there" reveals a desire to share this transformative journey with a loved one, inviting them to join in the quest for understanding.


"Kashmir" is more than just a song; it is a poetic exploration of the human longing for knowledge, enlightenment, and connection to something greater than ourselves.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh, let the sun beat down upon my face
I welcome the warmth and brightness of the sun on my face, symbolizing hope and positivity.


cnd stars fill my dream
I aspire for greatness and success, dreaming of a future full of brilliant achievements.


I'm a traveler of both time and space
I am an explorer, venturing through different dimensions and eras, seeking new experiences and knowledge.


To be where I have been
I long to return to the places I have visited, cherishing the memories and experiences I have gained.


To sit with elders of the gentle race
I desire to engage in deep conversations and wisdom-sharing with the wise individuals of peaceful and kind-hearted communities.


This world has seldom seen
Such enlightened and harmonious societies are rare and uncommon in our world.


They talk of days for which they sit and wait
These elders speak of anticipated moments, eagerly waiting for significant events to unfold.


cll will be revealed
Eventually, all mysteries and secrets will be unveiled and made known.


Talk in song from tongues of lilting grace
Their words flow melodiously, conveying profound messages with elegance and charm.


Sounds caress my ear
The captivating sounds of their voices bring comfort and pleasure to my ears.


cnd not a word I heard could I relate
Despite listening attentively, I couldn't fully comprehend or empathize with their message.


The story was quite clear
Yet, the overall narrative or meaning behind their words was unmistakably evident.


Oh, baby, I been blind
I have been ignorant or oblivious to certain truths and realities.


Oh, yeah, mama, there ain't no denyin'
Indeed, I cannot deny or overlook the fact that I have been blind.


Oh, ooh yes, I been blind
Oh yes, it is undeniable that my ignorance has prevailed.


Mama, mama, ain't no denyin', no denyin'
Mother, there is no denying the truth or avoiding the consequences of my blindness.


cll I see turns to brown
Everything I perceive seems to lose its vibrancy and vitality, becoming dull and lifeless.


cs the sun burns the ground
Like the scorching sun parches the earth, my observations leave me feeling parched and unfulfilled.


cnd my eyes fill with sand
Metaphorically, my vision becomes obstructed or clouded, hindering my clarity and understanding.


cs I scan this wasted land
As I survey this desolate and barren territory, I search for meaning and purpose.


Try to find, try to find the way I feel
I endeavor to discover and comprehend my own emotions and sentiments.


Oh, pilot of the storm who leaves no trace
I acknowledge the existence of a mysterious and powerful force that navigates chaos and turmoil, yet remains unnoticed.


Like sorts inside a dream
This unseen guide orchestrates events and influences my journey like characters within a dream.


Leave the path that led me to that place
I depart from the route that brought me to my current position or circumstance.


Yellow desert stream
Metaphorically, my path transforms into a flowing stream within a barren desert, offering new possibilities.


My shangri la beneath the summer moon
I envision a utopian paradise, filled with tranquility and warmth, illuminated by the radiant moon during summer nights.


I will return again
I am determined to revisit this heavenly realm in the future.


cs the dust that floats high in June
Similar to the particles of dust that dance in the air during June, my journey continues and evolves.


We're moving through Kashmir
Our expedition takes us through the enchanting region of Kashmir, with its rich history and captivating landscapes.


Oh, father of the four winds fill my sails
I beseech the guiding force of the four winds, symbolizing different directions and possibilities, to propel me forward.


Cross the sea of years
I traverse the vast ocean of time, navigating through the passage of many years.


With no provision but an open face
I embark on this journey without any predetermined plans or resources, relying solely on my sincere and transparent demeanor.


clong the straits of fear
Within the narrow and intimidating straits of fear, I persist and advance.


Oh, when I want, when I'm on my way, yeah
Whenever I desire or when I'm actively pursuing my goals, yeah.


cnd my feet wear my fickle way to stay
My feet guide me along an unpredictable and ever-changing path, serving as my constant companion.


Ooh, yeah yeah, oh, yeah yeah
Expressing excitement and affirmation.


But I'm down oh, yeah yeah, oh, yeah
Despite feeling discouraged or low, I still retain my determined spirit.


Yeah, but I'm down, so down
Yes, I admit that I am experiencing a deep sense of melancholy and despair.


Ooh, my baby, oh, my baby
Referring affectionately to a loved one, expressing concern or longing.


Let me take you there
Allow me to guide and accompany you on a transformative journey.


Come on, oh let me take you there
Encouraging and inviting someone to join me on this profound adventure.


Let me take you there
Reiterating the desire to lead someone towards enlightenment and discovery.




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@Shekeba79

I didn't think Kashmir could get any better... An Egyptian orchestra, an aged Robert Plant just flowing freely. Best version in my opinion 💜💜

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@DXBAdam

don't forget JIM PAGE The God of Rock Guitar , and John Bonham's son on the drums

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@crystalgillespie1519

First time hearing this version. In awe and in tears. Truly a masterpiece.

@JelaniandKelileCast

I watched this everyday from 1994 until 2007

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