Where does Freebird rank on the rock charts? That was some serious jamming going on!!!?

Answer 1

It was not a huge hit when it was first released. That's because it was too long to get airplay on AM stations and editing it down to the three-minute format that was common at the time would have ruined the song. Instead, it became popular on album-oriented FM stations where there were no such limits. In those days, radio stations weren't automated like they often are today and one way I could tell that the DJ probably was taking a bathroom break was if that song was put on and played in its entirety.

Answer 2

Usually rock radio stations will have an 'end of year' countdown where they play all the most requested songs of the year in order. The top 3 vary from year to year. But they are always:

Stairway To Heaven - Led Zepp
Freebird - Skynyrd
Hotel California - The Eagles

Usually Stairway wins the top spot with the other 2 flip flopping each year.

And Freebird is THE best song to listen to in a truck!!! It just jams so much better than in a car.

Answer 3

It is considered the greatest jam in rock history! Even today no matter what band is playing, you still hear calls for Freebird at final encore time. I was lucky enough to see the original band four times before the plane crash - including a couple of the concerts they show in "Freebird- The Movie".

Answer 4

I signed a petition once to have our National Anthem changed to "Freebird".

Answer 5

that song is an all-time rock classic. at almost ANY rock show, people start shouting "FREEBIRD!!!!" cuz they wanna hear the band play the 9-min masterpiece.

Answer 6

In the top 10! great song!

Answer 7

It is the absolute best guitar solo in the entire history of rock. I don't care what anyone says, it's the best.

Answer 8

pretty high i would say, always have it on (loud) in the car for a motorway drive!!!!