# In 1971, Jimmy Page made one of the most famous solos in rock history. He still claims he can do better

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/in-1971-jimmy-page-made-one-of-the-most-famous-solos-in-rock-history-he-still-claims-he-can-do-better/
- Published: 2026-11-05T16:00:00+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-05T16:39:15+00:00
- Original publisher: Far Out
- Original article: https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/1971-jimmy-page-made-most-famous-solos-in-rock-history/
- Topics: Music

## Key points

- Page says “Stairway to Heaven” is not his best solo.
- He prefers other performances but will not name a favourite.
- “Ten Years Gone” and live versions of “Since I’ve Been Loving You” are cited.

## Summary

Jimmy Page has said the guitar solo in Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway to Heaven” is not his best, despite its reputation as one of rock’s most celebrated solos. His comments reflect his view that the band’s music offered many standout performances and that a song’s lasting public affection does not settle which solo he prefers.

The 1971 track builds towards Page’s solo, which he recorded largely in the moment, with some overdubs added later. He points to other work, including the layered guitar arrangement on “Ten Years Gone” and changing live performances of “Since I’ve Been Loving You”, as examples of playing he values; he declined to name a personal favourite.

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