The song begins in a slow tempo with acoustic instruments (guitar and recorders) before introducing electric instruments. The song has three sections, each one progressively increasing in tempo and volume.

It is often considered the best rock song and widely regarded by many as the greatest song of all time. It was composed by guitarist Jimmy Page and vocalist Robert Plant for the band's untitled fourth studio album (often called Led Zeppelin IV). 'Stairway to Heaven' is a song by the English rock band Led Zeppelin, released in late 1971.