The Most Underrated Led Zeppelin Songs Ever

2025-06-08

Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin

Audio Ink Radio presents its tally of the most underrated Led Zeppelin songs ever, in honor of the band’s music that deserves more attention. – Author: Anne Erickson, Photo from Ken Settle

Led Zeppelin is one of those bands that really doesn’t have a lot of underrated songs, because they’re appreciated for their talent far and wide. Even the lesser-known Led Zeppelin songs tend to get love, because Zeppelin is one of the biggest classic rock bands of all time, and the group’s music is simply part of the fabric of music history and culture.

But, there are certain Zep tracks that do get much more love than others. Of course, one of those is “Stairway to Heaven,” which is really their most recognizable song. “Whole Lotta Love,” “Immigrant Song” and “Kashmir” are a few more that get plenty of attention.

But, what about the few Zeppelin songs that could actually use more love? In honor of the songs from Zeppelin’s catalog that don’t get much airplay, Audio Ink Radio presents its tally of the most underrated Led Zeppelin songs ever. Hopefully you’ll find some new gems in this tally, and if not, at least enjoy the nostalgia.

The Most Underrated Led Zeppelin Songs of All Time

“Four Sticks,” off 1971’s “Led Zeppelin IV”

“Led Zeppelin IV” is widely considered the greatest Led Zeppelin albums of all time. We actually named it our No. 1 Zep album of all time in a recent feature. But, one song that often gets overlooked on here is “Four Sticks,” and there’s no reason this track isn’t one of the band’s best. The song features tricky time signatures and wild rhythms from Jon Bonham, which takes it to a new level. It’s a wild, crazy, intricate rock ‘n’ roll ride, and you’ll want to listen to it on repat. In a sense, this is the perfect song from these classic rock greats and a great introduction to the band.

“The Rover,” off 1975’s “Physical Graffiti”

“Physical Graffiti”, which is now more than 50 years old, is such a fantastic album, and as with all of Zep’s releases, there are no fillers on here. It’s pure hard rock magic from start to finished. But, one track on this album often gets overlooked, and that’s a shame. That song is “The Rover.” This is frankly probably the band’s No. 1 most underrated song. As the story goes, Jimmy Page and Robert Plant co-wrote this song first as an acoustic track and then spent years toying with it. The result is a wild, bluesy-based rock jam that’s infectious. Page’s mighty guitar solo is certainly a highlight.

“Wearing and Tearing,” off 1982’s “Coda”

Looking at some of Led Zeppelin’s later material, “Wearing and Tearing” from 1982’s “Coda” really stands out. This collection brought some of Zep’s most interesting songs, and they’re all pretty eclectic, which makes sense, because Zeppelin decided not to publish these tracks in the 1970s. “Wearing and Tearing” is one of the band’s heavier songs, with big rhythms and galloping beats, and its really showed their affinity for metal. It’s one of the band’s most heavy metal-leaning pieces and deserves more attention.

For more Led Zeppelin fun, check out Audio Ink Radio’s feature on the best album from the band of all time.

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